Alternatives such as the buses, trams and trolleys are not as attractive perhaps but can help to fill in the odd gap or shortfall of the metro system by covering some smaller, more obscure destinations. Taxis are a convenient but expensive option; while driving is not something that comes highly recommended. Metro: on a par with the Paris metro, London underground and New York subway systems in terms of efficiency, Moscow’s metro has been providing speedy transportation across the city since its opening in 1935. With over 200kms of track at its disposal, it’s no surprise that it serves around 8 million passengers per day. Bus: buses are operated by both the public and private sector; however, neither provides especially efficient services. In light of this and the heavy volumes of traffic in the city centre making bus travel slow, it’s inadvisable to take the bus unless there are no other options available. Tickets for government buses can be bought in books of 10 from kiosks, while private buses often have conductors onboard. Tram or trolley: both of these forms of transportation operate limited routes and services, and have a tendency to get very crowded during peak times. They are however, useful for getting around the city centre, especially if you are sightseeing. Tickets are transferable between the bus, tram and trolley services and can be bought in books from participating kiosks. Taxi: visitors should be sure to use official taxis that are recognisable by their chequered door designs marked with a visible ‘T’ for taxi. Cabs operate on a metered fare basis and visitors should be wary of accepting rides from any driver who refuses to use the meter or claims it is out of order. | 
