Transport: A good network of buses cover the city; this is the main form of
public transport. Buses are given exclusive use of certain lanes
within the city, and as a result, the services are fairly
free-flowing. Exact change is required, so buying a One-Ticket pass
is a convenient option. This allows unlimited travel in and around
the city. Different bus companies provide services along similar
routes, and tickets are not interchangeable. Night buses come into
operation after midnight; they offer an economical way of getting
home after a night out. There are no internal rail services. Black
taxis are easily hailed in the street and there are numerous taxi
ranks, but rates are a bit expensive. Rental cars can be useful for
touring the country, but driving around Edinburgh's one-way, narrow
streets can be confusing, and parking is difficult. Edinburgh is
compact, and its pretty views and large number of parks make
walking a lovely way to see the city. Keep in mind, though, that
Edinburgh has a fair share of steep hills, which can also make
cycling challenging.
