Piccadilly Theatre

The Piccadilly Theatre in the West End of London stands within the bounds of the City of Westminster. Constructed in the late 1920s, its simple form contrasts beautifully with the elegant Art Deco interior. The surrounding area is awash with theatregoers and tourists heading to see a show, watch a movie or enjoy a spot of lunch at one of the many restaurants lining the streets. This area is alive and vibrant, with hotels near Piccadilly Theatre offering the weary traveller the perfect place to recoup after a busy day exploring this vibrant city.

Nearby Attractions

This is the West End, the theatre district of London, with many great shows to choose from. If you’ve got your theatre tickets booked, there’s so much more on offer. A short stroll will bring you to Soho with its slightly bohemian atmosphere. Quirky restaurants, cosy pubs, lively bars and sex shops co-exist in this cosmopolitan part of town, where you can party 24 hours a day. There are also plenty of independent shops to explore, with bargains waiting to be discovered. Chinatown is positioned just south of Soho, with its brilliant colours, tantalising smells and plethora of restaurants offering all kinds of exotic treats.

Leicester Square is at the very heart of the West End and remains the hub of British Cinema. With many European Premieres airing here, there are often crowds of hopeful onlookers waiting to catch a glimpse of the stars as they tread the red carpet.

When it comes to shopping, you can’t beat Bond Street for its designer labels or Oxford Street for its bargains, both of which are within easy reach. Covent Garden, with a variety of interesting shops and market stalls, street entertainers and cosy cafés is a fascinating place to take a stroll.

Arts and Culture

Standing guard over Trafalgar Square is Nelson’s Column, created to commemorate the victory of the Battle of Trafalgar and Nelson’s part in it. Behind this impressive structure stands the Neo-Classical columns and portico of the National Gallery, which exhibits some of the finest examples of European Art created between 1260 and 1900. Monet, Van Gogh and Botticelli all have their place here. With a collection of over 2,300 paintings on display, you could lose yourself for hours in this extraordinary place.

The National Portrait Gallery commemorates British history from as early as the 15th century to the present day with the aid of portraiture. Some of the most famous people of our times are recorded here for posterity, from Henry VIII to 21st-century show biz stars.