W1G Area Guide
A locals' guide to W1G
Where do W1G locals go?
Bó Drake
Bó Drake has a relaxed, Soho vibe serving a fantastic selection of small plates and sharing dishes of modern Asian cuisine. The impressive cocktails alone are a reason to go. Look out for their seasonally themed drinks available during Bó Drake Late every Friday and Saturday night too!Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
marylebone,
fitzrovia,
soho,
bloomsbury,
mayfair,
euston,
regents park,
west end,
holborn,
and covent garden
Did you know?
"Opened in 1921, Veeraswamy is Britain's first Indian restaurant and was situated on Regent Street. Mahatma Gandhi was known to have eaten here."
The handsome architecture around Regent's Park enhances the prestige of the area.
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Charles Cutting
It is the tranquil spots in London like Paddington Street Gardens that really make me stop and appreciate the city.
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Charles Cutting
Watching the sun set from this penthouse apartment in Marylebone really takes your breath away...
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Tania Smith
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What locals say about W1G
Activities near W1G
Mr Fogg's Murder Mystery
Gift this experience to your loved ones! Click here to check out our gift card. Immerse yourself in the luxurious Mayfair residence of Phileas J. Fogg. Help your host to solve a dark and baffling mystery. Interrogate the 3 suspects and piece together clues. Keep your wits about you as the suspects ply you with Mr Fogg's delicious cocktails (2 included with every ticket)! Please note:tickets bought under separate bookings may be seated at different tables depending on capacity on the day of the event. Cocktails included in the ticket price are from a select menu. Any additional cocktails from the wider menu will be added to the total bill on the day. Please see your Fever confirmation email for all essential post-purchase information The Story: It’s the year 1873 and Mr Phileas Fogg returns from his globe-trotting adventure, eager to claim his prize at the Reform Club. However, his triumph is overshadowed by the discovery of his friend John Sullivan's lifeless body within the Club's confines. With suspicion hanging heavy in the air, the question arises: which of Fogg's fellow Reform Club members could be capable of such a crime? As teams form to unravel the mystery, aided by Inspector Fix, time becomes their greatest adversary. Will they uncover the truth before the last cocktail is served, or will the killer remain hidden in the shadows of London's elite?Read more
Oliver!
Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, Oliver!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, will open in London at the end of the year.Oliver! will begin performances at Gielgud Theatre on Saturday 14 December 2024. The cast includes Simon Lipkin (Guys and Dolls, Avenue Q) as Fagin, Shanay Holmes (Miss Saigon, The Bodyguard) as Nancy, Aaron Sidwell (Henry VI, Wicked) as Bill Sikes, Billy Jenkins (Les Misérables, BBC’s Dodger) as the Artful Dodger and Philip Franks (The Rocky Horror Show, Witness for the Prosecution) as Mr Brownlow. With a sensational score, including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more, the Olivier, Tony and Oscar-winning masterpiece vividly brings to life Dickens’ ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more. ACCESS PERFORMANCES Audio described: Sat 26 April 2025, 2:30pmRead more
Sherlock Holmes London Outdoor Exploration Game
London, 1901. The Queen is gone, the city mourns—but darker forces stir in the shadows. Renowned figures are vanishing, and only one person can help: you. Step into the role of a clairvoyant detective to uncover the truth behind Arthur Conan Doyle's disappearance. Follow a haunting trail of clues through the streets of London, guided by the Questo app, as you unlock mysteries hiding between the living and the dead. Get your tickets for Sherlock Holmes London Outdoor Exploration Game in London now!Read more
Aljaž & Janette: A Night to Remember
A Night to Remember - The brand-new show from Strictly favourites Aljaž Škorjanec & Janette Manrara! It will be a night of unforgettable dancing, great music and plenty of laughter! Aljaž and Janette have graced UK stages across the country for over 6 years, always delivering great shows with spectacular jaw dropping dances that have left audiences wanting more. A Night to Remember is finally here. It promises to deliver an even greater dancing experience than ever before. Aljaž & Janette return with their very own live big band, fronted by boogie woogie legend Tom Seals, and a terrific ensemble cast of dancers and singers. This show capitalises on Aljaž's hugely popular return to Strictly Come Dancing, whilst his wife Janette continues to shine, hosting It Takes Two and BBC’s Morning live. It will be an opportunity to see them take to the dancefloor performing stunning routines to music from the Great American songbook right up to modern day classics. Please join your favourite couple once again for a night of first-class family entertainment in a truly magical Night to Remember!Read more
Cameo Sessions
An incredible night of live music, at the exclusive Karma Sanctum Soho in the Cinema Room/Bar Showcasing some of the best unsigned artists in the UK Hosted by SEB CollectiveRead more
Sister Ray Davies + Guests
Mixing a shoegaze sheen with fuzzy guitars, folk music, and a concept all about a religious outpost in the Northeast of England, Alabama's Sister Ray Davies are touring the UK. Come see the Sonic Cathedral signed outfit in April Presented by Super Friendz. This is an 14+ eventRead more
Christopher Macarthur-Boyd: Howling At The Moon
One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Howling At The Moon is Christopher MacArthur-Boyd's new show of nocturnal stand-up about neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy. Host of the Here Comes The Guillotine podcast alongside Frankie Boyle and Susie McCabe, star of the comedy specials Oh No and Scary Times, and host of the BBC New Comedy Award and star of Scotland Stands Up, with appearances on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, Christopher has previously opened for comedians such as Kevin Bridges, Shane Gillis, Kerry Godliman, Jason Manford and David Cross.Read more
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