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monnet (horaires, plan, arrêts, correspondances).

Ouverte en 2013, la ligne A du Tramway de Tours traverse Tours de Nord en Sud (jusqu’à Joué-lès-Tours) en passant notamment par le centre-ville. Elle permet de relier Vaucanson (Tours Nord) au Lycée Jean Monnet (à Joué-lès-Tours) en proposant 29 arrêts répartis sur un trajet de 15 kilomètres qu’elle parcourt en une durée totale de 45 minutes environ.

Horaires du Tramway A de Tours

Premier et dernier départ, Tramway A : Horaires complets ici... - Direction Lycée Jean Monnet : 4h41 (5h39 le dimanche) / 23h41 (23h39 le samedi - 23h38 le dimanche) - Direction Vaucanson : 5h38 (5h37 le samedi - 6h35 le dimanche) / 0h30 (0h28 le samedi - 0h27 le dimanche)

Le Tramway A circule tous les jours de la semaine, y compris le dimanche et les jours fériés (sauf le 1er mai). Passages du Tramway A toutes les...  : en semaine  : 6 à 8 minutes la journée et 10 à 30 minutes le soir et tôt le matin, le samedi  : 7 à 30 minutes et le dimanche  : 15 à 30 minutes

Voir le plan du Tramway A de Tours...

Arrêts, itinéraire et correspondances du Tramway A à Tours : Vaucanson <=> Lycée Jean Monnet

Informations pratiques adresse, horaires, numéro de téléphone, liens..., d'autres articles sur transports à tours (tramway, bus, voiture).

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En moyenne, chaque jour 160 000 voyages sont réalisés par les métropolitains sur le réseau de transport en commun Fil Bleu.

Que ce soit pour leurs déplacements professionnels ou pour leurs loisirs, les voyageurs peuvent emprunter une ligne de tramway, une ligne de bus à haut niveau de service, 33 lignes de bus et 11 services de transport à la demande Résabus.

Où s’abonner ? Où acheter ses titres de transport ?

Agence commerciale Fil Bleu 9 rue Michelet à Tours - 02 47 66 70 70 Ouverte du lundi au vendredi de 7h30 à 19h, le samedi de 10h à 17h.

Vous pouvez acheter vos titres de transports :

• aux distributeurs de titres sur les stations tramway,
• à l’agence commerciale Fil Bleu,
• dans les points de vente répertoriés par Fil Bleu
• à bord des bus

>> Le site internet de Fil Bleu

Comment utiliser le réseau ?

• se munir d’un titre de transport, le valider à bord des véhicules
• ne jeter pas votre titre, il est rechargeable !
• Votre titre est valable pendant 1 heure sur le réseau (correspondances comprises)

>> Plus d'informations sur les tarifs

Fil Blanc, le service réseau de transport à la demande

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REMI, Le réseau de transports inter-urbain

Le réseau des transports inter-urbains et scolaires, géré par la Région Centre-Val de Loire s'appelle REMI (Réseau de Mobilité Interurbaine). Les cars REMI sont stationnés à la Halte Routière située face à la gare de Tours.

Agence Rémi – Transdev Touraine (pour les questions relatives aux abonnements et à la tarification) 26 rue Charles Gille – 37000 Tours Horaires : du lundi au vendredi de 10h00 à 12h30 et de 13h30 à 17h00

Gare routière de TOURS (pour les questions relatives aux horaires, itinéraires, …) 9 place du Général Leclerc – 37000 Tours Horaires : du lundi au vendredi de 07h00 à 19h00 / le samedi de 07h00 à 18h30

Les parkings-relais

Pour les non abonnés Fil Bleu, le tarif est de 4,10€ + 10 cts (par personne) donnant droit à l’accès sur le réseau Fil bleu (Bus + Tram) toute la journée (pour 1 à 4 occupants dans le véhicule).

Pour les abonnés, l’accès est gratuit.

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Fil Bleu (Tours)

Fil bleu (tours) a tram plan de la ligne - vaucanson.

Fil Bleu (Tours) A tram Horaires de ligne et arrêts (mis à jour)

La ligne A de tram (Vaucanson) a 29 stations au départ de Lycée Jean Monnet et se termine à Vaucanson.

Choisissez l'un des stations de la ligne A de tram ci-dessous pour voir les horaires en temps réel actualisés ainsi que leur localisation sur une carte.

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Direction: Vaucanson (29 arrêts)

Lycée jean monnet, bulle d'o, joué hôtel de ville, pont volant, l'heure tranquille, fac 2 lions, suzanne valadon, palais sports, gare de tours (station 2), jean jaurès, porte de loire, place choiseul, charles barrier, trois rivières, faq de la ligne a, a quelle heure la ligne a de tram démarre son service.

A tram est en service à partir de 00:01 les mardi, mercredi, jeudi, vendredi, samedi.

A quelle heure la ligne A de tram arrête son service?

A tram est en service jusqu’à 23:39 les lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi, vendredi.

A quelle heure la ligne A de tram arrive?

A quelle heure arrive la ligne Vaucanson Tram ? Consultez les horaires d'arrivée en direct pour les arrivées en temps réel et horaires completsVaucanson Tram autour de vous.

Y a-t-il A tram station à proximité?

Cliquez-ici pour voir A tram station à proximité.

Horaires de service de la ligne A de tram

A tram ligneest est service tous les jours. Les heures de service régulières sont:00:01 - 23:39

Fil Bleu (Tours) tram Alertes Trafic

Voir toute l'info pour la ligne A (from Lycée Jean Monnet), inclus l'info en temps réel, tram retards, changement d'itinéraire, d'arrets et autres. Recevez un plan en temps réel A (Vaucanson) et suivez le tram en mouvement sur le plan. Télécharger toute l'info pour Fil Bleu (Tours) maintenant.

A ligne tram tarif

Les tarifs de Fil Bleu (Tours) A (Vaucanson) peuvent varier en fonction de plusieurs facteurs. Pour plus d'info pour les tarifs de Fil Bleu (Tours) vérifiez sur l'appli Moovit ou le site officiel de Fil Bleu (Tours).

A (Fil Bleu (Tours))

Le premier arrêt de la ligne A de tram est Lycée Jean Monnet et le dernier arrêt est Vaucanson. La ligne A (Vaucanson) est en service pendant les tous les jours. Informations supplémentaires: La ligne A a 29 stations et la durée totale du trajet est d'environ 48 minutes.

Prêt à partir? Découvrez pourquoi plus de 1.5 millions d'utilisateurs font confiance à Moovit en tant que meilleure application de transport en commun. Moovit vous propose les itinéraires suggérés de Fil Bleu (Tours), le temps réel du tram, des itinéraires en direct, des plans de trajet de ligne à Tours et vous aide à trouver la stations de la ligne A de tram la plus proche. Pas de connexion internet? Téléchargez une carte PDF hors connexion et les horaires de tram de la ligne A de tram pour vous aider à planifier votre voyage.

Ligne A à proximité

Traceur Temps réel Tram A

Suivez la line A (Vaucanson)sur un plan en temps réel et suivez sa position lors de son déplacement entre les stations. Utilisez Moovit pour suivre la ligne tram A suivi Fil Bleu (Tours) tram appli de suivi et ne ratez plus jamais votre tram.

Utilisez l'appli pour un itinéraire de Fil Bleu (Tours)ou un planificateur d'itineraire Tram ou Bus pour planifier votre trajet à Tours. Le planificateur d'itineraire donne des trajets mis à jours pour Fil Bleu (Tours) et tout tram, incluant la A, à Tours

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• A - Lycee J. Monnet

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Actualités de la ligne 2 de tram et BHNS de Tours

Le tracé des projets

Découvrez les aménagements des futures lignes 2 et BHNS

Ligne B : les points qui posent encore problème

Boulevard Béranger : que dit vraiment le rapport qui menace la 2e ligne de tram ?

Le tram-train, une solution de mobilité pour des centaines de milliers de Tourangeaux

Une deuxième ligne de tram pour Tours Métropole à l’horizon 2028.

Pourquoi une nouvelle ligne ?

Après le succès de la ligne A inaugurée en 2013, Tours Métropole prévoit d’agrandir son réseau avec un nouvel axe ouest-sud à l’horizon 2028. Il reprendra en partie l’itinéraire du bus à haut niveau de service « 2 Tempo », une offre aujourd’hui saturée. De plus, il permettra à de nouveaux quartiers de bénéficier d’un moyen de transport rapide et propre. Sa construction n’entraînera pas la création de nouvelles infrastructures. A titre d’exemple, le Centre de Maintenance a déjà été dimensionné pour accueillir un parc roulant plus important. Le coût global est estimé à 570 millions d’euros. 42 000 voyageurs sont attendus quotidiennement.

Des déplacements facilités

A l’occasion du conseil métropolitain du 30 septembre 2017, les élus se sont exprimés en faveur d’un ambitieux projet qui reliera le quartier de la Papoterie à Chambray-lès-Tours au Prieuré de Saint-Cosme de La Riche. Cette nouvelle ligne de tramway desservira le parc de Grandmont, le quartier de la Bergeonnerie, des Fontaines et le centre-ville de Tours via le boulevard Jean Royer avant de s’engager dans 2 nouveaux espaces urbains : les casernes Beaumont-Chauveau et l’écoquartier du Plessis-Botanique. Les 2 sites majeurs du Centre Hospitalier Régional Universitaire (CHRU) que sont Bretonneau et Trousseau seront ainsi reliés.

La desserte du centre-ville de Tours

En 2018, les citoyens ont pu s’exprimer sur le projet dans le cadre de la  concertation publique  organisée par Tours Métropole. A l’issue de cette première étape, la traversée du centre-ville de Tours par le boulevard Béranger a été retenue. Des analyses racinaires menées en 2021 et 2022 ont mis en lumière des risques importants pour la survie des platanes du mail central. Par conséquent, un nouvel itinéraire empruntant le boulevard Jean Royer a été décidé par les élus métropolitains en juin 2022 .  La part belle sera donnée au végétal. L’objectif est d’améliorer le milieu de vie tout en répondant aux enjeux environnementaux.

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Cette carte interactive vous permet de visualiser les différentes propositions de tracé actuellement étudiées.

Vous y retrouvez plusieurs éléments :

– Les 2 terminus  officialisés par le conseil métropolitain (Papoterie et Bords de Loire)

– Les 4 parkings-relais  existants ou projetés

– L’emplacement des 2 hôpitaux  (Trousseau et Bretonneau)

En partant du quartier de la Papoterie à Chambray-lès-Tours, la ligne B desservira l’hôpital Trousseau, le parc de Grandmont, le quartier de la Bergeonnerie et des Fontaines.

Après cela, elle s’engagera dans l’avenue de Grammont pour ensuite entrer dans le coeur de la ville de Tours en tronc commun avec la ligne A entre les stations « Verdun » et « Liberté ». Le tramway empruntera le boulevard Jean Royer et le quartier des casernes ainsi que la ZAC du Plessis-Botanique.

Il poursuivra son chemin jusqu’à la route de Saint-Genouph en tournant devant l’hôtel de ville de La Riche. Afin de favoriser l’intermodalité, les 2 terminus seront situés à proximité du périphérique.

Quartier des Fontaines

Cet espace urbain construit au cours des années 1970 occupe une position particulière dans la ville de Tours.

La ligne B permettra de le désenclaver en empruntant l’avenue Mozart et Stendhal pour ensuite rejoindre le parking-relais du Centre Aquatique du Lac.

Les casernes Beaumont-Chauveau

Eco-quartier du plessis botanique.

Située à quelques pas du Jardin Botanique et de l’hôpital Bretonneau, cette Zone d’Aménagement Concerté (ZAC) prévoit à terme d’accueillir plus de 1000 logements et un groupe scolaire. Elle sera traversée par la deuxième ligne.

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Universal is shaking things up to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of its iconic Hollywood Studio Tour.

Chief among the attractions is the return of original red and white candy-striped Glamor Trams. While Universal now runs all-electric vehicles , guests will have the opportunity to get a look at some of the classic cars and take a photo in front of an original, fully restored 1964 vintage Glamor Tram.

Among the biggest changes is that the Earthquake—The Big One attraction, inaugurated in 1989, has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation leveraging contemporary technology and aesthetics.

Additionally, at Courthouse Square, where scenes from the  Back to the Future  movies were filmed, guests will see an original time machine picture car on display plus the Doc Brown character roaming the area. There will also be a behemoth dimensional tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur display.

Finally, Tour veterans will get to revisit the vintage 1976 Runaway Train.

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The famed Universal Studios Hollywood backlot tram tour will be going back in time to mark the attraction’s 60th anniversary beginning later this month, including a chance for people to step off the tram and wander onto a movie set and snap photos with some iconic props.

“The Studio Tour paved the way for the development of Universal Studios Hollywood and celebrating its 60-year milestone pays homage to its indelible impact,” Scott Strobl, executive vice president and general manager of Universal Studios Hollywood, said in a statement. “The Studio Tour is a crown jewel in our theme park portfolio and a beloved attraction for millions of guests. We are thrilled and honored to share our enthusiasm for its historic relevance with guests both new to the experience as well as those who have journeyed with us along the way.”

The celebration will be held from April 26 through Aug. 11, marking the anniversary of an attraction that began in 1964 and has been experienced by an estimated 200 million people over the years.

The park will harken back to its original “Glamor Trams,” which were colored red and white and featured ruffled awnings as they carried visitors through the backlot. Visitors on the anniversary tours will get the chance to disembark from the tram and step onto “a legendary movie set where an original, fully restored 1964 vintage Glamor Tram awaits,” according to the park.

The disembarkment area will also include a King Kong backdrop and the park’s original hanging “Jaws” shark.

Also included on the tour will be a revamped version of its “Earthquake — The Big One” attraction, which officials said has “undergone a top-to-bottom renovation and will debut anew with contemporary technology and aesthetics.”

The tour will also pass by the Courthouse Square — best known for its appearances in the “Back to the Future” films. An original time machine picture car will be on display in the area for photos, along with a Doc Brown character.

Also back on display will be a Tyrannosaurus Rex display originally used in promotion of the film “Jurassic World.”

In partnership with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, the park will also have on display a scaled-model replica of the Hollywood Sign nestled on a hillside for photos.

More information on the anniversary attractions — and accompanying food and merchandise offerings — is available online at www.universalstudioshollywood.com .

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Universal Studios Hollywood Celebrates 60th Anniversary in Style With Revamped Studio Tour

The iconic backstage attraction has been redesigned for a special limited experience.

The Big Picture

• The return of Glamor Trams on Universal's Studio Tour offers a blend of Hollywood nostalgia and direct access to movie sets for an authentic experience.
• New photo opportunities include a giant King Kong backdrop, a hanging Jaws shark, and a replica of the Hollywood Sign.
• Renovations to attractions like the Earthquake—The Big One, Runaway Train, and the Jurassic Park dinosaur display promise an immersive experience for visitors.

As Universal Studios Hollywood approaches its momentous 60-year milestone, the iconic theme park is set to reissue its famous red and white candy-striped Glamor Trams , inviting visitors to celebrate in style from April 26 through August 11 . The landmark anniversary promises an unparalleled fusion of new and nostalgic enhancements that will captivate guests and immerse them in the magic of filmmaking like never before.

The return of the iconic Glamor Trams is a nod to the park's storied past, offering guests a unique blend of Hollywood nostalgia and behind-the-scenes access. For the first time, visitors will have the chance to step off the tram and directly onto a legendary movie set. This exceptional experience is highlighted by an original, fully restored 1964 vintage Glamor Tram, providing an authentic slice of Hollywood history.

In celebration of such a special anniversary, Universal Studios Hollywood is also introducing several new photo opportunities that are sure to delight film enthusiasts and Instagrammers alike. Guests can strike a pose against a giant King Kong backdrop, stand beneath the park's original hanging Jaws shark, and marvel at the first-ever original replica of the Hollywood Sign, erected on the backlot in honor of the sign's centennial. These unique settings offer the perfect backdrop for capturing memories that will last a lifetime.

What Attractions Are Changing?

"Earthquake— The Big One ," a classic attraction that simulates an 8.3 magnitude quake, has been reimagined with cutting-edge technology and aesthetics. The renovation promises to deliver a more immersive and realistic experience, making it feel as if the ground beneath your feet is truly shaking.

The nostalgia continues with the return of the Runaway Train , complete with warning bells and sirens, and a new, colossal Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur display adjacent to a paddock of wild dinosaurs. These additions, alongside the behemoth dimensional dinosaur display, promise to transport guests straight into the thrilling world of Jurassic Park .

Fans of the Back to the Future series will be delighted to find Courthouse Square transformed into a nostalgic haven of Hill Valley reborn. An original DeLorean time machine will be on display, and guests might even encounter the beloved Doc Brown character roaming the area. The immersive experience offers a rare opportunity to step into the shoes of Marty McFly and relive the magic of the movies.

Universal Studios Hollywood's 60th-anniversary celebration promises to be an unforgettable journey through the heart of Hollywood's filmmaking history. With the return of the Glamor Trams, newly enhanced attractions, and immersive movie set experiences, visitors of all ages are in for a treat. Mark your calendars for April 26 through August 11 and prepare to step into a world where movie magic comes to life. Grab your park tickets below.

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Universal Studios Hollywood Celebrates 60th Anniversary of Studio Tour With New and Classic Experiences

The celebration will happen between April 26 and August 11

Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Backlot Studio Tour with a dedicated program from April 26 through August 11, 2024. As part of the celebration the trams will receive a makeover that pays homage to the original iconic red-and-white Glamor Trams. Over the span of 60 years, Universal Studios Hollywood has been visited by over 200 million guests worldwide and remains the crown jewel of the Universal Studios Hollywood experience.

According to the official press release “the centerpiece of the Studio Tour 60th anniversary celebration will treat guests to the unique opportunity to step off the tram and onto a legendary movie set where an original, fully restored 1964 vintage Glamor Tram awaits. The area will provide additional memorable photo opportunities and social media posts, including a giant ‘King Kong’ backdrop and the theme park’s original hanging ‘Jaws’ shark.”

Additionally, the Earthquake – The Big One attraction, which debuted as part of the Studio Tour in 1989, has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation and will debut with contemporary technology and aesthetics.

It’s unclear if the dancing cars that were once a part of the experience and went away with the Fast and Furious – Supercharged portion of the tour will return. There’s been a big black tarp over them for years and we hope they’re doing okay. (The Kuka robotic arm technology that brought the dancing cars to life also power another attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.)

Other features include a visit to Courthouse Square, where scenes from the “Back to the Future” movies have been filmed (along with everything from “To Kill a Mockingbird” to “Gremlins” to “The Monster Squad”), complete with an original time machine picture car and Doc Brown himself (just like how you glimpse that rascally Norman Bates by the “Psycho” house).

According to the official release, as the tram cars “navigates around the historic backlot, additional surprises from a time long gone will make a cameo appearance, including the temporary return of the 1976 Runaway Train as warning bells and sirens alarm from its stationary location. Moments of nostalgia will also be featured aboard the tram’s monitors showing clips of former Studio Tour attractions as they once appeared on the tour.”

There will also be a new dinosaur from “Jurassic World” on the tour. “This giant, growling creature, bearing a large bite of sharp teeth, will be located adjacent to a locked paddock of wild dinosaurs that can be heard screeching and clamoring to escape,” according to the official release.

Universal Studios has also partnered with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the Hollywood Sign Trust and “is debuting the first-ever original replica of the Sign to be situated along the studio backlot, adjacent to the tram step off moment. This large-scale reproduction was meticulously crafted from the Sign’s historic records to faithfully recreate this iconic landmark and bring it to visiting Studio Tour guests, where it will be nestled for several years along the hillside. The original Hollywood Sign towers at 45 feet; this official replica will stand tall at 10 feet to complement the landscape.”

There will also be ”a selection of specially created, highly themed food and beverages, curated by the theme park’s Executive Chef Julia Thrash, along with themed merchandise and memorabilia.” You can also buy a special dining package, which allows you “ to choose six eligible menu items: a choice of two entrees, plus a choice of four snacks, sides, desserts or beverages at participating restaurants or food carts. Select in-park venues and food carts are excluded, and the Dining Pass is valid only on the day of purchase.”

Additionally, the food cart on the upper lot will be turned into a Glamor Tram and serve up a selection of treats tied into the celebration, including the Glam Tram Cookie, Film Reel Cookie Sandwich, Giant 60th Pretzel, 60th Celebration Cookies and Banana Breath Popcorn, a reference to the old Kong encounter on the tour and his infamous banana breath. The popcorn bucket (below) is a must.

“The Studio Tour paved the way for the development of Universal Studios Hollywood and celebrating its 60-year milestone pays homage to its indelible impact,” said Scott Strobl, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Universal Studios Hollywood, in an official statement. “The Studio Tour is a crown jewel in our theme park portfolio and a beloved attraction for millions of guests. We are thrilled and honored to share our enthusiasm for its historic relevance with guests both new to the experience as well as those who have journeyed with us along the way.”

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In Rick's books of Italy, under "Getting There", he says to see the Last Supper, to take the metro or tram#16, but doesn't mention private cars. We will have a rental van, full of all our travel gear. Is there a safe place to park legally near the Last Supper Location (Church of Santa Maria della Grazie).

This may be the first time we've had this question here, and you may have guessed that there's a reason why Rick doesn't cover how to get there by car. I doubt that anyone here has driven a car, let alone a van, in downtown Milan. * * * ¶ Hopefully, you've previously driven a large vehicle into the center of a big Italian city, in which case you'll already know that you'll want to be cautious about getting the van into the typical Italian urban parking structure (often underground) that are designed for small cars - turning radiuses and narrow confined areas that blindside those not expectingthis. * * * ¶ If all else fails, you may want to research whether it's possible to park a vehicle that size in a train or metro station - same warning about confined spaces given above. Cadorna train station is just one you could check out, as it's in the general area. * * * Now about your "rental van full of our travel gear" question: Most people here have been lucky, when they've had to leave their things in the car. But there are no guarantees. ¶ What some travelers do, who want to see the Last Supper, is (just a thought) they make Milan either their first or last stop, and they do one overnight in Milan and try for a time slot such that they can leave their baggage in the hotel.

There is an underground parking roughly at 300m walking from the Cenacolo. Fares are like € 2,60 for the first 2 hours then € 1,50 for following hours.

Yes, on Google Earth I saw that parking structure (referred to in 2nd post). But the question Robert really needs answered is whether he can get a large car the size of a van into, and out of, that structure. Unless someone here claims they have personal experience parking in a car park structure in that part of Milan, then Robert is going to be left wondering whether he can get the van into and out of the structure. I've been in urban parking structures in Italy where I could barely get a SMALL vehicle into and out of it, let alone something as wide as a van. The problem can arise in 3 places in the more confined car park structures there: the parking stall itself, the turns to to to different levels, and especially the turns and lanes at the exit. The situation is often aggravated by having impatient locals' cars behind you, wondering what the problem is - while you're wondering if you're going to scrape the van on a wall or other car, while you're thinking about whether you should have paid extra for the zero CDW deductible.

We faced this same dilemma in 1985 when we were traveling in a camper throughout Italy. Our solution? We parked outside the city and took the subway in to view the Last Supper. Worked great for us. :)

Linda just offered a good suggestion to address Kent's #1 concern, tight spaces in a parking garage. But there is still the issue of the van "full of travel gear", possibly in open view.

Hey All, Thanks for all your ideas and opinions. We fly into the airport that morning and pick up the van. The first day of 3 weeks in Italy, so I don't want to start out losing all our gear. That would be a disaster, if it happened on the first day. The link below shows a picture of the van. http://www.carpages.co.uk/fiat/fiat-fleet-world-honours-24-05-05.asp I rather like parking outside the city and all four of us taking the metro. The more immediate problem is that the website shows no openings for that day/time. Other sources say essentially, "Ignore the website, call this phone number for up-to-date status. Cancellations don't show up on the website. Must wait till Monday to call. Thanks again for your helpful responses. Gratefully, The OP

Robert: Have you previously driven in Italian cities like Milan?

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Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates 60th anniversary with retro Studio Tour

U niversal Studios Hollywood will take visitors on a time-traveling tour aboard retro red-and-white candy-striped Glamor Trams to see a scaled replica of the famed Hollywood sign, an updated version of the Earthquake attraction and the return of the Runaway Train.

Universal Studios Hollywood will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Studio Tour from April 26 through Aug. 11 with a host of throwback memories, foods and souvenirs.

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The Studio Tour has been taking tourists around the Universal backlot since 1964 for a first-hand look at Hollywood movie making in action. Back then, the tour was two hours. Today, it’s been trimmed to about an hour.

This spring and summer, Studio Tour tram riders will be able to take a nostalgic trip through six decades of Universal theme park history.

Among the highlights will be a 10-foot-tall scale replica of the original 45-foot-tall Hollywood sign. The replica sign will be nestled into a hillside next to the tram station — where it will stay for several years.

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The 1989 Earthquake attraction that simulates a 8.3 magnitude temblor has undergone an extensive renovation to add updated technology and thematic aesthetics.

The 1976 Runaway Train attraction will return to the Studio Tour complete with warning bells and siren alarms.

A trio of terrifying studio props will include a growling Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaur, a massive King Kong photo op backdrop and the theme park’s original hanging Jaws shark.

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A Doc Brown character will tinker with the DeLorean time machine car from the Back to the Future film franchise in Courthouse Square.

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Even the retro Glamor Tram will play a starring role in the Studio Tour anniversary celebration — with fans able to hop off the tram for a photo op with an original, fully restored 1964 vintage tram.

Universal is in the midst of converting its current fleet of 21 diesel-hydraulic engines to electric trams.

Throughout the theme park, retro-themed food and drinks will be available at Hollywood & Dine, Mel’s Diner and the Studio Scoops ice-cream parlor as part of the 60th anniversary event.

The City Snack Shop outdoor food cart will be transformed into a Glamor Tram serving Banana Breath Popcorn and other treats.

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I took the tour again recently, because I had been told that it had improved since my last visit.

The result?  Yes, it is improved.

They addressed all of my earlier complaints about the  tour guides:

• I had complained that it was sometimes hard to hear them speak, so they now pass out individual headphones that allow guests to easily hear the guide under all conditions.
• I had noted that it was strictly a walking tour, and that all that walking could be a bit tiring for some members of the group.  So now they shuttle guests around in golf carts that hold about six people each - making for small, intimate tour groups, and making it easy for the less hardy to easily traverse the lot.
• I had also complained that the tour guides' training seemed lacking, when it came to knowing the history of the studio.  But if the guide on my latest tour was typical, they have solved that problem as well.  Our guide, Travis, seemed well-versed on both the history and current activities of the studio, as well as being personable & professional.  He couldn't have done a much better job, given the natural limitations of the tour.  They have also outfitted the guides with iPads, which allow them to show guests photos and short videos illustrating the subjects under discussion.

And unless I'm imagining it, the studio lot itself (or at least its southern edge, around the Paseo) seems to look better, more gentrified, than on my previous trips - almost resembling a college campus in spots.

All in all, those are some nice improvements, and make for a much better tour than what I experienced in my earlier visits to the studio.

However, what they couldn't fix are the problems inherent to the Paramount lot itself.

Don't get me wrong, Paramount Studios is one of the most historic studio lots in town (and in fact, the only major studio still officially inside the Hollywood borders).  They made the very first movie to win an Academy Award ("Wings"), and on this lot they have shot such classics as  "The Godfather", "Forrest Gump", "Titanic", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", "Going My Way", "Sunset Blvd", "Breakfast at Tiffany's", "King Kong", "Braveheart", "Grease" and the "Star Trek" series, to name just a few.

But what it lacks is a traditional big back lot, full of permanent standing outdoor sets.  This was a staple of the major studios back in the Golden Age, filled with faux residential neighborhoods, jungles, mock railroads, Western towns, and Paris streets.  These big back lots were always the most colorful and interesting aspects of any movie studio, at least from the standpoint of a visitor.  MGM had a huge back lot, before they tore it down in the '70s.  Warner Bros. still has theirs.  As does Universal, of course.

To the average tour guest, all sound stages look more or less the same: distinguished only by the large numbers painted on their sides.  When they're in use, they are usually off-limits to tours.  When they are not in use, they are usually empty or filled with folded flats and lighting equipment.  So the guides are mostly limited to driving past these faceless barns, and telling us the history of each one, with tour guests catching an occasional glimpse of their dark, mostly empty interiors through the occasional open door.

( I noticed that they have added plaques to the outside of each sound stage, listing the notable movies & TV shows made inside.  That's great, except that the tour tram usually doesn't get close enough, or stop long enough for guests to read them. )

I realize that they can't, in practical terms, let the guests watch while movies are being made.  But they could (and should) show us more of the behind-the-scenes process.  Guests need to see things like the costume department, the prop houses, the recording studios, the dressing rooms, the mini-factories where they build the sets - and it sure wouldn't hurt to show guests at least one movie camera somewhere along the tour.

In short, they keep guests on the outside far too often, looking at exterior walls passing by, and listening to the guide's spiel.  Granted, the general buzz of the studio (its streets cluttered with white production trailers, and buzzing with the bikes and golf carts used to get around the lot) can be interesting in its own right, but a little of that goes a long way.

During my most recent tour, we only went inside twice: once to step into a tiny, empty, corner space in the New York set (that was once used for filming a scene from "Breakfast at Tiffany's"), and a second time to visit the empty set of "The Doctors" (a daytime TV talk show that I honestly never heard of).

Still, the tour is indeed better than it used to be, and I have to give them high marks for making an effort. And it remains superior to the Sony studio tour , which is just downright boring.  However, it still doesn't measure up to the Warner Bros. tour , with its huge back lot and more comprehensive tour.

But there are legitimate reasons why someone might opt for the Paramount tour.

As the photo on the left shows, Paramount is the only major studio where you have a view of the Hollywood Sign from inside the lot. OK, let's get into the details of what you'll see:

The Paramount tour takes a full two hours, and barely scratches the surface of the numerous buildings and sound stages that make up the 65-acre studio.

When he does, your first stop will be the Paramount gift shop, where they will give you some time to wander around the small store (where they no doubt hope you will spend your money on one of their t-shirts or coffee mugs, all bearing the familiar Paramount mountain logo).  You can also get a cup of coffee here, and relax for a moment under an umbrella at a patio table just outside.

They will then head east along the south edge of the studio lot, along the Paseo, the tiled walkway that runs parallel to Melrose, inside the studio.  On the right (south) edge of this broad walkway is a small strip of lawn, called Marathon Park, that is often also used for filming (due to its convenient location and relatively low cost), and the guide will tell you about a few of those productions.

Then it is on to the iconic Bronson gate (the one featured in "Sunset Blvd", "The Artist", and many other films), where you'll be given the chance to pose for photos near that famous arch.  (It is indeed a very photogenic spot.)

This brief history lecture (visually aided by the guide's iPad) seems to replace the short film about Paramount that used to be shown to tour guests before the start of the tour.  That's a mixed blessing, since its hard for a single person, no matter how talented, to compete with a professionally-made documentary film featuring the highlights of the studio's 100-year history.

Back outside on the Paseo, you'll be shown the original bench from "Forrest Gump", and regaled with stories about how Tom Hanks showed up one day to sit on the bench and pass out chocolates to passersby.

Then it's back on the tram, and through the Bronson gate into the actual working studio.

From here on in, the tours are somewhat played by ear.

As an example, on my visit, the guide ran into an unexpected problem.  While taking us to see the New York set (usually the highlight of the tour), he found his way blocked by a giant white tent, erected for some special event (you can rent the New York set for just such events, if you have the $10,000 a day it costs).  As a result, we ended up having to take a roundabout route and ended up seeing only a small section of the large New York set (portions of which mimic several East Coast cities).

We got out and were allowed to step inside the empty shell of a small storefront that our guide told us was used as the interior for Alex's boutique, called "Xela" on the TV sitcom "Happy Endings".  Since I never watched the show, that didn't mean much to me.

We were shown clips (via the guide's iPad) of a scene shot there from "Breakfast at Tiffany's".

We were also shown a very small alleyway just outside with fake bricks, and with fake sewers that could be rigged to emit steam, to add to that east coast ambiance.

Along the way, there was a lot of talk of the current TV shows filming on the lot: "NCIS", "Glee" "Happy Endings" and "Rizzoli & Isles".  There are also a lot of Nickelodeon kid shows filming at the studio, with names like "Big Time Rush" and "Marvin Marvin", which didn't ring a bell with most of the adults on this tour.

Tourists always hope to see a celebrity on a tour like this, but that is always a longshot chance.

We also saw a number of little kids spill out of a bus, and were told they were the cast of an upcoming Nickelodeon show called "Haunted Hathaways".  But since the show hasn't aired yet, that didn't mean much.

Likewise, our guide later pointed out a tween girl in a colorful dress, and identified her as Ryan Newman, an up-&-coming star (according to our guide) appearing with Tony Danza on his latest sitcom, "See Dad Run".

But, as expected, the better-known stars of "NCIS", "Glee" or even "Happy Endings" were nowhere in sight.

Finally, we headed to the southwest corner of the Paramount lot, which used to be RKO Studios, and later DesiLu (before Paramount absorbed it).

Our guide showed us Lucy Park (and an adjacent childcare center built by Lucille Ball for her employees).

We took a look at (the exterior) of Stage 21, where RKO filmed the original "King Kong", and then it was back to the studio cafe (seen on "Glee" as "Breadsticks"), where we disembarked and dispersed (after more encouragement to spend money in the studio gift shop).

The bottom line?  The studio tour is better than it used to be, and well worth the time, when you're in Hollywood.  But it could still be better.  And the historic Paramount lot, while it has a lot to offer, isn't the ideal movie studio for a tour.

Parking : Parking is available across the street from the famous Bronson gate, in a paid lot at the corner of Bronson & Melrose. (The cost for parking was a flat $10.00 on my last visit.)

Admission Price : $53 for the two-hour guided tour. (No one under age 10 is allowed on the tour.) Advance reservations are required (at 323-956-1777, or online at www.paramountstudiotour.com ).

(They also offer a special  4 1/2 hour VIP tour, once per week – on weekday mornings at 9:30 AM, and weekday afternoons at 1 PM. The cost is $178, and reservations are necessary .)

 [ Prices are current as of December 2014.]

You enter through the new double-arch Paramount gate on Melrose, just west of the older Bronson gate. There is a pedestrian walkway on the right (east) side of this entrance. Stop at the booth there.

Hours : Guided tours of the studio are given every day (except some holidays), every half hour from 9:30 AM to 2 PM.  (Weekend schedule may vary.) The tours last two hours.

[For more information on this subject, you can access Paramount's official website at: http://www.paramount.com .]