Guide to... Covent Garden
Covent Garden has lots of things to do and is well worth visiting. It has some of London's best restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, hotels, cinemas, shops, and things to do. So many things to do that you might need some help making a plan. Well we are ready to help.
Covent Garden has a convenient tube station and plenty of parking so it is easy to get to and there is no excuse not to visit.
Our recommendations both in the guide below and in the articles from our London blog include the best places to eat from cheap to flashy; breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. If you are looking for the best cafes, or restaurants, we have our top picks. Covent Garden boasts great restaurants serving great Indian, Italian, French, Thai, and Mexican food. We have our choices for meat lovers, vegetarians, and pizza fans.
We also made some picks for everything from places for cocktails (like the best rooftop bars); to pubs to watch some sport and catch-up with friends at; to info about where to stay (budget accommodation like hostels, to romantic five star hotels).
If you are a shopaholic we have some recommendations and top tips for shopping at places like the Apple store too.
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One Aldwych Hotel
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The Savoy Hotel
The Savoy, a Fairmont-managed five star hotel, is one of the most celebrated of London landmarks, proudly standing on...Read more
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Home to: Beauty & Fitness (at The Savoy Hotel), Savoy Tea (at The Savoy Hotel), Melba (at The Savoy Hotel), Kaspar's Seafood Bar & Grill (at The Savoy Hotel), American Bar (at The Savoy Hotel), Thames Foyer (at The Savoy Hotel), Beaufort Bar (at The Savoy Hotel), Simpsons in the Strand (at The Savoy Hotel) and Savoy Grill (at The Savoy Hotel)

J.Sheekey
Tucked away on St Martin’s Court between Covent Garden and Leicester Square, J Sheekey is an iconic London restaurant...Read more
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Rosewood London
Guests arrive at Rosewood London through an archway that opens into a grand Edwardian courtyard, in a little oasis of...Read more
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Home to: GQ Bar (at Rosewood London)

Courtauld Institute Gallery
The Courtauld Institute of Art is the world’s leading centre for the study of the history and conservation of art and...Read more
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The Ivy (West Street)
The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since its foundation in 1917. The...Read more
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Home to: The Club (at The Ivy)

The DelaunayTop Pick
The Delaunay offers an extensive à la carte menu throughout the day, seven days a week, inspired by the grand cafés...Read more
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Rules Restaurant
Traditional English food, specialising in classic game cookery, oysters, pies and puddings. Pictures, menus, wine...Read more
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St Martin's Lane Hotel
Located by Covent Garden. Description of rooms and facilities with visual tour. Location details and enquiry form.Read more
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Hawksmoor Seven Dials
"The best steak I have eaten in this country. If it was a person, you'd want to put a big smacker on its lips,...Read more
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Terroirs
A vibrant wine bar in central London, serving drinks with energy and food with respect.Read more
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Dehesa
Dehesa is a charcuterie and tapas bar inspired by the cuisine of Spain and Italy. Dehesa opened in January 2008 and...Read more
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Opera Tavern
Opera Tavern is a beautiful two-storey bar and restaurant in the heart of central London’s theatre land. Located on...Read more
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Savoy Grill (at The Savoy Hotel)
Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay is without doubt one of London’s most legendary restaurants, frequented by celebrated...Read more
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Simpsons in the Strand (at The Savoy Hotel)
One of London's oldest and most famous restaurants, Simpson's in the Strand delivers an experience that honours its...Read more
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Part of The Savoy Hotel

Mon Plaisir
Mon Plaisir is London’s oldest French Restaurant and has been family owned for over fifty years. Established by the...Read more
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Amba Hotel Charing Cross
Make the most of your stay, whether you're stopping over on business or in london to discover what makes this great...Read more
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Belgo (Centraal)
By far one of the largest restaurants in London boasting a huge 12,000 square foot and seating up to 420 diners at...Read more
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Gordon's Wine Bar
Gordon’s Wine Bar is thought to be the oldest wine bar in London having been established in 1890. The bar is very...Read more
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The Strand Palace Hotel
The Strand Palace Hotel is a luxurious 4-star hotel conveniently located near the centre of London. Local tourist...Read more
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Home to: The Lounge Bar (at The Strand Palace Hotel) and The Gin Palace

Royal Opera HouseTop Pick
The Royal Opera, under the direction of Antonio Pappano, is one of the world’s leading opera companies. Based in the...Read more

Hilton London Waldorf Hotel
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The Barbary
The Barbary is situated in the iconic Neal’s Yard in Covent Garden. The restaurant takes inspiration from the Barbary...Read more
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Joe Allen Restaurant
Named after its first owner and creator, Joe Allen London opened in 1977 and is the mirror image of the original New...Read more
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Flesh & Buns
Flesh & Buns was the first restaurant in London dedicated to steamed buns and Japanese drinking food. ...Read more
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Rock & Sole Plaice
Established in 1871, Rock & Sole Plaice is popular with locals and tourists. Our locally sourced, sustainable,...Read more
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Sagar (Covent Garden)
Our chefs are from Udupi, a small town in the coastal region of the Western Ghats, about 60km from Bangalore in...Read more
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Cafe Pacifico
Cafe Pacifico opened in 1982 as the first restaurant of its kind in london. Pacifico is a place with an athmosphere...Read more
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Theatre Royal (Drury Lane)
Since 1663 the Theatre Royal Drury Lane has provided entertainment for the masses and has been visited by every...Read more
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Barrafina (Adelaide Street)
Barrafina is an authentic Spanish tapas bar owned and operated by restaurateurs Sam & Eddie Hart. There are three...Read more
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Barrafina (Drury Lane)
Barrafina is an authentic Spanish tapas bar owned and operated by restaurateurs Sam & Eddie Hart. There are...Read more
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Homeslice Pizza (Neal's Yard)
Homeslice started life in 2011 with a hand-built wood fired oven serving slices at street food markets across east...Read more
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Polpo (Soho)
POLPO is a bàcaro. This is a Venetian word to describe a humble restaurant serving simple food and good, young...Read more
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The Ivy Market Grill (Covent Garden)
The Ivy Market Grill brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy on West Street to a relaxed yet sophisticated all-day...Read more
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Sarastro
Enter a world of drama, passion and excitement where exuberant colour, glittering display and joyous music meet...Read more
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Souk Medina
When looking for something different to eat for lunch and dinner, Souk is the place for you. This is because not only...Read more
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Hubbard & Bell (at The Hoxton Holborn Hotel)
Hubbard & Bell is a cafe, bar and grill in Holborn, Central London, open from early morning until late at...Read more
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Leggero
LEGGERO in Italian means light. A destination for all; a casual dining room located in the very heart of vibrant...Read more
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Belgo (Holborn)
Located on the edge of Covent Garden, and a 5 minute walk from High Holborn Tube, Belgo Holborn is situated in what...Read more
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Cafe Murano (Covent Garden)
Angela Hartnett’s Northern Italian restaurant in the heart of both St James’s and Covent Garden. Our restaurants are...Read more
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Indigo Restaurant
Showcasing innovative food, courtesy of Executive Chef Dominic Teague, the Indigo menu incorporates the finest...Read more
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Sticks N Sushi (Covent Garden)
Centrally located in Covent Garden, the heart of Theatre land, our restaurant has the main entrance on Henrietta St,...Read more
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Wild Food Cafe
The Wild Food Cafe Kitchen, under the experienced guidance of raw-food pioneer and executive chef Joel Gazdar is...Read more
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Browns (Covent Garden)
Lively, vibrant, eclectic Covent Garden is in the heart of the West End, surrounded by theatres, galleries, shops and...Read more
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Mamie's
MAMIE’S was opened in 2016 by Aymeric Peurois, its founder and director. MAMIE’S is a true Breton crêperie located...Read more
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The Lemon Tree
Welcome to the gorgeous Lemon Tree pub in Covent Garden. Offering delicious authentic Thai cuisine, a great selection...Read more
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The Royal Trafalgar
Just the hotel you need, whatever your reason for visiting London. The Royal Trafalgar Square Hotel is located on a...Read more
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Augustus Harris
Augustus Harris is a wine bar and coffee shop inspired by the bàcari of Venice. We are open from midday serving...Read more
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Nando's (Chandos Place)
Minha casa é sua casa – our home is your home – where you’ll always enjoy a warm welcome. All Nando’s restaurants...Read more
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Snog Frozen Yogurt (Covent Garden)
Snog is a delicious premium frozen yogurt. It lacks fat, shuns sugar and has hardly any calories. Served with fresh...Read more
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Boulevard Brasserie
A classic French brasserie in the heart of Covent Garden’s Opera Quarter. Set just 50 yards back from the Piazza,...Read more
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Cafe Mode
Less than 5 mins from Covent Garden, Cafe Mode is the perfect Italian restaurant for a spot of breakfast, lunch or...Read more
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Christopher's
Originally opened in 1991 in the heart of Covent Garden, Christopher’s has established itself as one of London’s...Read more
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Primrose Bakery (Covent Garden)
Famous cupcake bakery in London offering an assortment of cupcakes, layer cakes, biscuits, and slices as well as...Read more
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Garden)

Donmar Warehouse
Led by Artistic Director Josie Rourke and Executive Producer Kate Pakenham, the Donmar is an intimate 251-seat,...Read more

Experimental Cocktail Club
A great place for great cocktails.Read more

St Paul's Church
Affectionately known as The Actors' Church, St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden was completed in 1633 and was the first...Read more

The Groucho Club
The Groucho Club is a private members club open to men and women formed in 1985. Dreamt up by a group of publishers...Read more
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All Bar One (Henrietta Street)
All Bar One Henrietta Street is a stylish city bar where you can catch up with friends, unwind after work or simply...Read more
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Ambassadors Theatre
The Ambassadors Theatre, one of the smallest West End Theatres, was designed by W G R Sprague, with the intention of...Read more
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Be At One (Covent Garden)
With our team of highly-skilled bartenders, this tiny bar belies it's size by having the biggest party atmosphere in...Read more
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Bella Italia (Wellington Street)
We’re open every day for lunch and dinner, plus weekends for breakfast with a menu full of tasty Italian dishes made...Read more
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Bill's (Wellington Street)
Part of the Lyceum Theatre building in Covent Garden, Bill’s Wellington Street restaurant is perfect for pre and...Read more
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Bodean's BBQ (Catherine Street)
Back in 2002 Andre Blais had a dream – to bring the taste, the style, the soul of his beloved Kansas City barbecue to...Read more
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Cafe Rouge (Kingsway)
Just a stone's throw away from the heart of London in bustling Holborn, Café Rouge Kingsway is a large airy bistro...Read more
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Cafe Rouge (Wellington Street)
Café Rouge was launched in Richmond, London, in 1989 by Karen Jones and Roger Myers, foodies on a mission to recreate...Read more
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Champagne + Fromage
Shop and bistro, Champagne + Fromage brings rustic fare and fizz to London, served the French way. Our Bistro offers...Read more
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Chicken Shop
A short walk from Holborn Underground, Chicken Shop serves rotisserie chickens that are marinated overnight, steamed...Read more
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Cicchetti (Wellington Street)
Set in sophisticated yet relaxing interiors using light colours alongside huge expanses of light grey Italian marble,...Read more
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Côte Brasserie (St Martin's Lane)
Côte Restaurants are a privately owned group of restaurants who deliver affordable freshly made French cuisine with...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for Côte Brasserie (St Martin's Lane)

Eat (Kingsway)
At EAT. we’ve been creating, making and serving our own great tasting seasonal recipes for over 20 years. We now have...Read more
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Foundation Bar
Welcome to the underground playground in the heart of Covent Garden. Foundation Bar offers the quirkiest cocktails...Read more
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Halfway To Heaven
LGBT Bar situated between Charing Cross Station and Trafalgar Square. Upstairs is a traditional warm, friendly pub...Read more
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Lobby Bar (One Aldwych Hotel)
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by The Sunday Telegraph, The Lobby Bar offers serious cocktails and...Read more
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Lyceum Tavern
The Lyceum is a decent enough pub, especially given its touristy location, with the usual cheap-but-decent Sam...Read more
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Mabel's Bar & Kitchen
Welcome to Mabel’s, kitchen, cocktails and class, we’ve got it all. Mabel’s is a modern, classy venue located away...Read more
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McDonald's (Charing Cross Road)
McDonald's is the world's largest chain of quick service restaurants, serving tens of millions of customers daily...Read more
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McDonald's (St Martins Lane)
McDonald's is the world's largest chain of quick service restaurants, serving tens of millions of customers daily...Read more
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Nags Head
Welcome to The Nags Head Covent Garden, an iconic London pub with a fabulous room for private hire. We’re open from...Read more
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On the Bab (Covent Garden)
On the Bab is a Korean street food restaurant and takeaway.We offer a place for casual dining where typical...Read more
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Parkers
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Pizza Express (St Martin's Lane)
Our PizzaExpress restaurants serve up tasty Italian pizzas, pastas, salads and delicious desserts which you can...Read more
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Pod Food
Back in 2005 fresh, healthy food-to-go was hard to come by. Inspired by the fast, fresh food offerings emerging in...Read more
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Pret A Manger (St Martin's Lane)
At Pret shops on high streets and sidewalks all around the world, more than 350 wonderful teams are hard at work....Read more
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Round Table
In the 18th century, the neighbourhood of St Martin's Lane, where the Round Table sit, was the resort of ‘horse and...Read more
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Stringfellows (Covent Garden)
Peter Stringfellow’s "Stringfellows" in Covent Garden has been at the top of the London nightlife scene for over...Read more
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T.G.I. Fridays (Bedford Street)
So along with mouth watering food and tempting drinks, we bring fun, friendliness and an extra large helping of good...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for T.G.I. Fridays (Bedford Street)

T.G.I. Fridays (Leicester Square)
What did New York need in the swinging 60s? A cocktail bar that delivered. And that’s exactly what we gave her when...Read more
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The Beer House
Before Charing Cross Station was built, there was a village named Charing. People met there to drink on their...Read more
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The Club (at The Ivy)
The Club at The Ivy opened in September 2008, spanning three floors above The Ivy restaurant. The entrance is...Read more
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Part of The Ivy (West Street)

The Hercules Pillars
The Hercules Pillars is a charming traditional English pub that can be found minutes away from Holborn Station. This...Read more
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The Marquis
The Marquis The Marquis’ history is as colourful as the people who drink here. The name The Marquis is rooted in...Read more
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The Princess Of Wales
You will find The Princess Of Wales in Charing Cross London within a short stroll of Embankment, Charing Cross Tube...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Princess Of Wales

The Salisbury
We've been providing the best British pub food and drink to the people of our great cities for over two...Read more
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Food Hygiene Ratings for The Salisbury

The Ship & Shovell
The Ship & Shovell (that’s Shovell, not shovel!) is London’s only pub in two parts. The unique building is split over...Read more
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The Wellington
Our pub dates from 1903 and is well known for featuring an attractive neo-gothic exterior. We retain many lovely...Read more
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The White Hart
The Old Bailey archives reveal this corner to be the first and oldest licensed premise in London, dating back to...Read more
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The White Lion
You will find The White Lion in Covent Garden London within a short stroll of Covent Garden Tube, Long Acre and...Read more
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Wagamama (Kingsway)
‘kaizen’, meaning ‘good change’ is the philosophy that sits right at our heart. it shapes every dish we create, and...Read more
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Wasabi Sushi & Bento (Kingsway)
The Wasabi story began in 2003 when we opened our first branch in Embankment, London. Kim, a fresh food market...Read more
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Vaudeville Theatre
The current building is the third theatre to be built on this prominent Strand site. The first theatre, which had a...Read more

Stanley Gibbons
Stanley Gibbons Ltd is the world's longest-established rare stamp merchant, supplying stamps, publications, advice...Read more

The Lounge Bar (at The Strand Palace Hotel)
The Lounge Bar is a generous, relaxed space at the very heart of the hotel. It’s perfect for informal meetings,...Read more
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Part of The Strand Palace Hotel

Adelphi Theatre
Having celebrated its bicentenary in 2006 the current Adelphi Theatre is actually the fourth venue on this site in...Read more

Savoy Theatre
The Savoy Theatre opened on 10th October 1881, on the site of the old Savoy Palace in London. The theatre was built...Read more


Somerset House
Arts centre with gallery and Courtauld GalleryRead more
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Pepe Italian Street Food
High quality Italian ingredients freshly cooked and prepared daily on our premises. The attention to the authenticity...Read more
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Carphone Warehouse (The Strand)
Carphone Website store located on The Strand.Read more


Marconi Lounge
Our chic, atmospheric lobby bar has many faces as the day evolves. By day, the bar serves artisanal coffee, aromatic...Read more
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Home to: Marconi Lounge

Prezzo (St Martin's Lane)
Conveniently positioned close to Trafalgar Square and several prestigious theatres and within easy walking distance...Read more
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Cambridge Theatre
The Cambridge Theatre is one of the youngest and most attractive theatres in the West End, having opened in 1930 with...Read more

The Houses of Parliament (The Palace of Westminster)
The Houses of Parliament, also referred to as the Palace of Westminster, are home to the House of Commons and the...Read more

Courtauld Gallery
Part of the University of London, located in Somerset House, features Old Masters and Impressionist paintingsRead more

Chinese Tapas House
Chinese fast food at its finest, pop to Chinese Tapas House for a tasty, quick light bite. Best for: Street foodRead more

Good Friend
Good Friend Chicken brings Taiwanese night-market food to the heart of Chinatown. And it’s sooooooo good. Best for:...Read more

Library and Museum of Freemasonry
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Covent Garden has some great pubs which is no surprise as it is such a great area of London to meet in. Particularly if you like traditional pubs you are spoiled for choice as Covent Garden has some of the oldest and most traditional pubs to be found anywhere in London.
There are lots of pubs that serve Sunday lunch and traditional British pub grub too so if you are looking for a reasonably priced place to eat and drink one of the best gastro pubs in Covent Garden is well worth considering as a destination.
For a list of Covent Garden pubs you can view our Covent Garden pub guide (https://forbidden.london/london-guide/covent-garden/pubs) we have also recently created a blog post about our top picks for the best pubs in Covent Garden (https://forbidden.london/london-blog/best-pubs-covent-garden).
Covent Garden Piazza is always open, but the shops usually operate between 10am and 8pm Monday to Saturday and on Sunday from around 11am to 6pm. The Apple Market is open from 10am until 6pm and the East Colonnade Market is open from 10:30am until 7pm.
There is Pay & Display parking on the streets off the Piazza - Henrietta Street, Southampton Street and Tavistock Street. There is also an NCP car park on Drury Lane.
You can view a list of shops in Covent Garden, including information about offers, by viewing our Covent Garden shopping guide (https://forbidden.london/london-guide/covent-garden/shopping-in-style#businesses)
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