The exhibitions explore the link between transport and the growth of modern London, its culture and society since 1800. The collection contains a wealth of heritage vehicles, posters, artworks, photographs, film and video footage, engineering drawings, uniforms, station signs and tickets.

It also show how Harry Beck developed the design for the iconic map for the underground that has been in use since 1933 and whose format has been adopted by all major transport operators. 

Highlights include the iconic red London Routemaster bus, the world's first Underground steam train and the 'padded cell' - one of the first electric locomotive Underground trains dating back to 1890.

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To get there from the Americana; take the Bakerloo Line southbound from Baker Street to Charing Cross. When you exit from the station Covent Garden is signposted from there.