Covent Garden Area Guide
A locals' guide to Covent Garden
Where do Covent Garden locals go?
TKTS
One of the best kept secrets in London apparently. The TKTS booth sits in the middle of Leicester Square and is the official ticket reseller for all of London's West End shows. Left over seats are passed to TKTS a few days before each show and sold at a phenomenal discount - sometimes more than half price!Read more
Did you know?
"In 1954, 2 Carlton Gardens held a meeting between MI6 and CIA to agree to build a tunnel beneath the Berlin Wall to intercept telephone calls. Sadly the double agent George Blake, who was at the meeting, told the Russians immediately after and the whole idea was a disaster!"
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What locals say about Covent Garden
“You can never get bored in Covent Garden. There is something for everyone - museums, retail therapy, fantastic restaurants and a wonderful selection of theatres. Not forgetting to mention the buzzing atmosphere, no matter what time you're there. ”
Domenique
Activities near Covent Garden
Souled Out Party Band
Souled Out Party Band are back by popular demand. The 9 piece live band performs a tribute to the past Soul & Disco days with hits 'Build Me Up Butter Cup', 'Love Train', 'Long Train Running', 'Hard To Handle', 'Young Hearts Run Free' and many more.Read more
Thames Cruise: Westminster to Tower of London
Visit the grand Westminster Abbey. Experience the iconic Ferris wheel called the London Eye. Explore the stunning Tower Bridge. Thames River boat trip (single or round, choose directly in the ticket selector). Climate-controlled cruise. The captain's live audio, delivering fascinating historical insights, while you stay connected with multi-lingual commentary via onboard wifi. Free for children aged 5 and under and schedule. Meeting point: Westminster Pier. Boat trip duration: 35 minutes (please arrive 15-30 minutes prior to departure). Places you’ll see: Westminster Abbey London Eye ferris wheel Tower Bridge andmore! All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs. Black Friday.hidden-word { display: none; }Read more
Wednesday Comedy Night - Special Recording
Over 1000. 5 Star reviews on Google, TripAdvisor and DesignMyNight.. Previous shows have included comedians seen on Taskmaster, Live at the Apollo, and Netflix. When: Wednesday, September 17th. Where: Spice of Life, Soho. Two minutes from Leicister Square station. Admission: Unreserved seating. (Arrive early for the best seats). Cost:. 10. We have AirconRead more
Arcade Nights @ NQ64 Soho
Arcade Night at NQ64 every Thursday Grab your ticket now for our Arcade Nights at NQ64 Soho! Each ticket includes 5 tokens for games on arrival, and student drink prices all night long from £3.50! Over 50 arcade games to choose from in this underground Arcade bar If you're a group or looking for a private booking - send Olivia an email and we can plan the perfect night out for you!Read more
Six
Musical comedy show featuring Henry VIII's six wives finally telling their side of the story through music and accompanied by a six piece band.Read more
Liane Carroll
Award-winning jazz singer/pianist in concert.
Candlelight: Coldplay vs Ed Sheeran
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before.
About Covent Garden
Covent Garden is a district in London, England, located on the eastern fringes of the West End, between St. Martin's Lane and Drury Lane. The area is mainly associated with the former fruit and vegetable market located in the central square which is now a popular shopping and tourist site, and the Royal Opera House, which is also known as "Covent Garden". The area is divided by the main thoroughfare of Long Acre; north of which is mainly given over to independent shops centred on Neal's Yard and Seven Dials, while the south contains the central square with its street performers, and most of the elegant buildings, theatres and entertainment facilities, including the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and the London Transport Museum.
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