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Tourist Trap: Trapped on a Bus in Traffic

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Updated by Mariajoy

on Aug 16, 2006

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Get off and walk!

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Do people really enjoy these sightseeing buses? I did one years ago.... I hated it.... I kept wanting to get off and go and have a proper look at the sights. I suppose if you are not up to long treks through the city then they are ok - but otherwise - walk! You will see so much more!

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At Least Do This: If you have to do the bus sightseeing thing - at least have some idea prior to the tour of what you are looking at. I get the impression the guide says "take a photo..........NOW!" and everyone does - without really knowing much about the sight they are seeing.
Alternative: There is a tour bus company who allow passengers to hop on and off at lots of different stops - this seems like a good idea.

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ChrisnJan Tue Apr 1, 2008 14:23 UTC Great tip Maria!! I had expected Nunhead to have disappeared altogether by now, it was virtually consumed by the flora and fauna when I was last there, not long after the fire actually (nothing to do with me though!).	HORSCHECK Mon Feb 18, 2008 15:15 UTC Fabulous restaurant updates here, but honestly speaking I don't remember a loooooooong walk before we popped into Strada. winkygrin
jo104 Tue Feb 12, 2008 14:00 UTC Some nice new eating places :-)	alucas Sun Feb 3, 2008 23:45 UTC You've put so much work into this page - so many useful links. There are many places hear that I've heard about, but never been to. Another Spurs fan then ! 319

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