50 Phrases for Giving and Asking for Directions in English (A2-B1-B2)

Feb 13, 2024

50 Phrases for Giving and Asking for Directions in English

  1. Turn left/right at the intersection.
  2. Proceed straight ahead.
  3. Take the first/second/third/etc. street on the left/right.
  4. Continue along this road until you reach...
  5. Make a U-turn at the next opportunity.
  6. Cross the bridge/overpass.
  7. Follow the signs for [destination].
  8. Head towards [landmark/building].
  9. Walk/drive past the park.
  10. Go through the roundabout/traffic circle.
  11. Take the exit on the right/left.
  12. Stay on the main road for [distance/time].
  13. Stop at the traffic lights/stop sign.
  14. Look for the big statue/monument.
  15. Take the pedestrian/crosswalk to cross the street.
  16. Watch out for the junction/turning.
  17. It's on your left/right-hand side.
  18. Go up/down the stairs.
  19. It's just around the corner.
  20. You're almost there!
  21. Head in the direction of the city center.
  22. Pass by the supermarket/gas station.
  23. Go straight through the roundabout.
  24. Make a slight left/right turn.
  25. Take the elevator to the second floor.
  26. Keep going until you see the traffic light.
  27. Turn onto the side street.
  28. Go along the riverbank.
  29. Take a left/right onto the highway.
  30. Walk/drive past the library.
  31. Follow the path/trail to the top of the hill.
  32. Make your way towards the town square.
  33. Go straight past the church.
  34. Turn around and go back the way you came.
  35. Head towards the bus station/train station.
  36. Keep an eye out for the street sign.
  37. It's just a short distance away.
  38. Take a detour if necessary.
  39. Circle around the block.
  40. Pass by the sports stadium.
  41. Make sure to stay in the left/right lane.
  42. Take the off-ramp.
  43. Keep following the signs for [destination].
  44. It's on the opposite side of the street.
  45. Go through the gate/entrance.
  46. Walk/drive along the waterfront.
  47. Take the pedestrian tunnel/underpass.
  48. It's in the heart of downtown.
  49. Continue until you see the landmark.
  50. Hang a left / right

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