Some travel blogs will tell you that Russell Square is also nearby. Technically, yes. It’s a ten-minute stroll. But here’s the catch: Russell Square station is on the Piccadilly line, and it sits at the bottom of a very deep escalator. We’re talking “commune with your inner mole” deep. The ride feels like falling into the Earth’s core, and when you emerge, you’ll be slightly dizzy and questioning your life choices.
Is it worth it? Only if you want to walk through the beautiful Russell Square Gardens first. Otherwise, stick with Tottenham Court Road. Your calves will thank you.
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Here’s the kicker: the British Museum actually has its own Tube station built into its basement. No, I’m kidding. But wouldn’t that be epic? Actually, there was a station called “British Museum” on the now-defunct Central line branch. It closed in 1933. Yes, 1933—that’s nine years before the Rosetta Stone even arrived. Wait, that’s wrong. The stone arrived in 1802. But my point is: you missed it by nearly a century. Sorry.
The old station is now a hidden tunnel used for storage. I like to imagine they keep spare mummies and broken statues down there. The real surprise? The station was originally called “New Oxford Street” before being renamed. Because London loves confusing tourists.
London Tube Map With Elizabeth Line at Pamela Allis blog
