Covent Garden
Things to do in Covent Garden, Greater London
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Covent Garden is the part of London that manages to be a market, a theatre district and a dining destination all within a few streets. At its centre sits the old market building, surrounded by cobbled piazzas that fill with street performers, shoppers and pre-theatre crowds. It is compact and walkable, which makes it an easy base for exploring the West End without needing to move far for food, shows or a bit of people-watching.
Accommodation here tends to put you right in the middle of it all. The Radisson Blu Hotel London Mercer Street is a solid option for anyone wanting to stay within easy reach of the theatres and market rather than commuting in from elsewhere. Given how much there is packed into a small area, staying locally means late nights out don't involve a long journey home.
Theatre is the obvious draw. Matilda The Musical, Disney's The Lion King and Dear Evan Hansen The Musical are among the big shows running nearby, and a night at one of them is a natural centrepiece for a visit. Families travelling with younger children have The Peter Rabbit™ Easter Adventure to look forward to as well, making Covent Garden one of the few London districts that genuinely caters to both grown-up nights out and family days.
Beyond the shows, the area rewards wandering. The market itself is worth a slow lap for its shops and stalls, and the surrounding streets are full of small corners to duck into between performances or shopping trips.
Where to stay in Covent Garden(1)
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The Z Hotel Covent Garden
31-32 Bedford Street, London
The Z Hotel Strand
415 Strand, London
Covent Garden by Excel Apartments
36a Wellington Street, London
NoMad London
28 Bow Street,, London
The Resident Covent Garden
51 Bedford Street, London
The Strand Palace
372 The Strand, London
Z Hotel Trafalgar
53 Chandos Place, London
Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity Covent Garden
11 Adam Street, London
Things to Do in Covent Garden(4)
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Where to Eat in Covent Garden(222)
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Eating out is where Covent Garden really shows its range, with well over two hundred restaurants packed into the district. You can find quick, casual options like Wagamama Covent Garden or Wahaca Covent Garden for something fast before a show, or settle in longer at places like Violas, VyTA Restaurant, or Vasinikó Pizzeria. WA Cafe Covent Garden suits a slower coffee break between browsing, while Wolfox Savoy adds another option for those staying near the Strand. With this many places within a short walk of each other, it is easy to build an entire day here around eating alone.
Attractions Near Covent Garden
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Huntfun London Covent Garden
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London Transport Museum
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Camping in Covent Garden
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Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Crystal Palace Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Abbey Wood Experience Freedom Glamping
⭐ 4.7 · from £98/night
Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Theobalds Park
⭐ 4.4
Home Farm Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Aldenham Country Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £22/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Covent Garden
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On The Thames
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,246
Gascony Getaway
2 bed · sleeps 6
River Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4
The Cwm View
1 bed · sleeps 4
The Bean Flat
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,376
The Woodford Retreat
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,416
Twicken Townhouse
4 bed · sleeps 9
The Coppice
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £957
Common questions about Covent Garden
Where can I stay in Covent Garden?
We list 1 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Covent Garden.
What is there to do in Covent Garden?
We list 4 attractions and things to do in and around Covent Garden.
Where can I eat in Covent Garden?
We list 222 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Covent Garden.
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