Open Topped Bus Collection

The Elephant and Castle, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Piccadilly Circus - The Hub of the Universe: The Centre of the World, 1900, (1933). The busy thoroughfare in Westminster, London, with horse-drawn traffic

Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon, New York City, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon. New York City

The Express Bus, 1900, (1933). Creator: Unknown
The " Express" Bus, 1900, (1933). Open-top horse-drawn bus outside Ye Olde Swiss Cottage public house in north London

The Knifeboard Bus, 1900, (1933). Creator: A Moull
The Knifeboard Bus, 1900, (1933). Passengers on a London open-top horse-drawn bus, so-called because the seat on the top along which the passengers sat back to back...similar to the boards on which

A Traffic Block in 1900 - A scene outside the Mansion House, (1933). Creator: Unknown
A Traffic Block in 1900 - A scene outside the Mansion House, (1933). Horse-drawn buses and a policeman in the City of London. From " The Pageant of the Century". [Odhams Press Ltd, 1933]

The Ritz on the Site of the Hotels of Many Generations, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
The Ritz on the Site of the Hotels of Many Generations, c1935. Open-topped buses outside the Ritz Hotel on Piccadilly, central London

Upper Part off Regent Street, The Paradise of Londons Shoppers, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Upper Part off Regent Street, The Paradise of Londons Shoppers, c1935. Open-topped buses in the famous shopping street, looking towards All Souls Church, Langham Place

The Gaiety Theatre, Strand, London, 1907. The Gaiety Theatre was a West End theatre in the City of Westminster, located on Aldwych at the eastern end of the Strand

Getting on a bus in Ludgate Hill, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

The Elephant and Castle during the time of the horse-tram, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

The Horse Guards, Old Guard House of Whitehall Palace, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Ellis
The Horse Guards, Old Guard House of Whitehall Palace, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

London Bridge rush hour, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

A horse-drawn bus, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

A flock of sheep on the Strand, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Motor tours to Dartmoor by the Grey Torpedo Cars, early 20th century. Artist: Pyne
Motor tours to Dartmoor by the Grey Torpedo Cars, early 20th century

Holborn, London, 1917. Artist: Kingsway
Holborn, London, 1917

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"Exploring the World on Open Topped Buses: A Journey through Time" Step back in time to the bustling streets of London, 1926-1927, as you hop aboard an open topped bus at The Elephant and Castle. Feel the wind in your hair as you embark on a thrilling adventure through the city's vibrant neighborhoods. Traveling further into history, we arrive at Piccadilly Circus - The Hub of the Universe: The Centre of the World in 1900. Witness this iconic landmark come alive with its dazzling lights and energetic atmosphere. Fast forward to 1933, where Dorothea Lange captures a snapshot of traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street in New York City during a summer afternoon. Marvel at the hustle and bustle that defines this metropolis. Discover more about early transportation with glimpses into bygone eras such as The Express Bus from 1900 (1933) or The Knifeboard Bus also from that same year. These unique vehicles offer a glimpse into how people moved around cities decades ago. As we delve deeper into London's rich history, witness scenes like A Traffic Block in 1900 outside Mansion House or Ludgate Hill in 1926-1927 where passengers eagerly board buses for their daily commute. Experience nostalgia as we visit The Elephant and Castle during the time of horse-trams, transporting us back to simpler times. Venturing beyond public transport, let's explore famous landmarks like The Horse Guards - Old Guard House of Whitehall Palace captured beautifully by artist Ellis in London during our journey through time. Immerse yourself further into historical snapshots including c1935 images showcasing Donald McLeish's depiction of The Ritz on the Site of Hotels of Many Generations and an upper part off Regent Street – truly Londons Shopper’s Paradise. Last but not least, take a moment to appreciate cultural gems like Gaiety Theatre in Strand, London from 1907.