Leicester Square London
Leicester Square in London is one of the most popular destinations for nightlife entertainment. Favoured place to meet, it was originally designed in the mid 17th century and got its name from the Earl of Leicester.
The Leicester Square is home to major London cinemas including Odeon and Empire. It is also a place where many celebrities walk the red carpet at the new movie premieres. It's like a little Hollywood - don't be surprised if you'll be stopped and asked to model or offered your portrait painted.
The Swiss Centre with its Glockenspiel clock is a focal point in the London Leicester Square, springing to life every 15 mins. During the summer months, the square hosts a fun fair which adds to the general liveliness.
In the middle of the Square there is a small park. On the pavement are inscribed the distances in miles to countries of the former British Empire.
If you want to get the best deals on West End shows, you should visit the ticket offices at Leicester Square in London. You can get tickets half price and note that tickets are only sold for performances on the same day and you may have to queue for a few minutes.
Visiting the London Leicester Square:
Address: Westminster, London, WC2H 7BP
Nearest Underground Stations:
Leicester Square Tube (2 minutes)
Piccadilly Circus Tube (4 minutes)
Nearest Hotel : Mercure London Kensington Hotel - This modern central London hotel is located close to exclusive knightsbridge and Kensington High Street shopping and very popular London museums and galleries. With a tube station close by and easy access by road and rail from London Heathrow and London Gatwick, this London hotel combines country charm with amenities such as Air Conditioning, On-Demand Movies and CD's and WiFi.
What's on at Leicester Square London :
The Leicester Square is home to major London cinemas including Odeon and Empire. It is also a place where many celebrities walk the red carpet at the new movie premieres. It's like a little Hollywood - don't be surprised if you'll be stopped and asked to model or offered your portrait painted.
The Swiss Centre with its Glockenspiel clock is a focal point in the London Leicester Square, springing to life every 15 mins. During the summer months, the square hosts a fun fair which adds to the general liveliness.
In the middle of the Square there is a small park. On the pavement are inscribed the distances in miles to countries of the former British Empire.
If you want to get the best deals on West End shows, you should visit the ticket offices at Leicester Square in London. You can get tickets half price and note that tickets are only sold for performances on the same day and you may have to queue for a few minutes.
Visiting the London Leicester Square:
Address: Westminster, London, WC2H 7BP
Nearest Underground Stations:
Leicester Square Tube (2 minutes)
Piccadilly Circus Tube (4 minutes)
Nearest Hotel : Mercure London Kensington Hotel - This modern central London hotel is located close to exclusive knightsbridge and Kensington High Street shopping and very popular London museums and galleries. With a tube station close by and easy access by road and rail from London Heathrow and London Gatwick, this London hotel combines country charm with amenities such as Air Conditioning, On-Demand Movies and CD's and WiFi.
What's on at Leicester Square London :
St Patrick's Day 2011 in London
13th - 20th Mar '11
Join the Irish festivities going on across central London at coveted venues such as Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square and Covent Garden: St Patricks Day 2011 in London.
13th - 20th Mar '11
Join the Irish festivities going on across central London at coveted venues such as Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square and Covent Garden: St Patricks Day 2011 in London.
The UK Wedding Show '12
