London area of Covent Garden guide
What to do and where to stay in London's Covent Garden neighbourhood
Covent Garden gained its name when the Convent of St Peter opened a market in its garden more than 8,000 years ago, and it has remained dedicated to shopping ever since, though the focus now is on gifts, luxuries and fashion, rather than fruits and flowers. The Covent Garden Piazza, London’s most attractive covered market, sells novelty items, Neal Street specialises in shoes, while Seven Dials and Floral Street offer dozens of fashionable boutiques. There are a number of theatres in the area, including the stupendous Royal Opera House, and the West End’s trendiest venue, The Donmar Warehouse, so staying in one of the area's fashionable hotels is great for strolling into Theatreland and then sampling the abundant restaurants, bars and pubs that keep buzzing late into the night.
See our recommended nearby Covent Garden Hotels, Events, Entertainment, Sights and Attractions, Shopping, Restaurants, Pubs, Nightlife, Leisure, Education, and Meeting Venues.
Covent Garden Hotels
in or near Covent Garden
Strand Palace Hotel London
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
372 Strand, WC2R
This West End Art Deco hotel right on the Strand and next to Covent Garden is in a fantastic location for accessing central London and theatreland. ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
372 Strand, WC2R
This West End Art Deco hotel right on the Strand and next to Covent Garden is in a fantastic location for accessing central London and theatreland. ... More
The Waldorf Hilton
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel
Aldwych, WC2B4DD
Positioned between the City’s Square Mile and the thriving West End, this grand, Edwardian Hilton hotel welcomes guests with a patisserie and champagne bar in the ... More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel
Aldwych, WC2B4DD
Positioned between the City’s Square Mile and the thriving West End, this grand, Edwardian Hilton hotel welcomes guests with a patisserie and champagne bar in the ... More
Charing Cross
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
The Strand, WC2N
This famous Grade II listed Victorian railway hotel has been totally refurbished, from the bars and restaurants to all 239 rooms, providing every modern convenience whilst ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel
The Strand, WC2N
This famous Grade II listed Victorian railway hotel has been totally refurbished, from the bars and restaurants to all 239 rooms, providing every modern convenience whilst ... More
Covent Garden Events
in or near Covent Garden
Molenaer And The Harmony Of Love In Dutch Genre Painting: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions
National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, London WC2N
Belle Smith discusses the theme of the paintings.... More
London > Events > Exhibitions
National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, London WC2N
Belle Smith discusses the theme of the paintings.... More
Sophie Mather And Hester Crombie
London > Events > Concerts
St James's Church Piccadilly, 197 Piccadilly, Covent Garden, London W1J
The violinist and piansist perform Elgar's Sonata... More
London > Events > Concerts
St James's Church Piccadilly, 197 Piccadilly, Covent Garden, London W1J
The violinist and piansist perform Elgar's Sonata... More
Simon Callow: Dickens In My View: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions
National Theatre: Cottesloe Theatre, South Bank, Covent Garden, London SE1
The actor discusses the author's work.... More
London > Events > Exhibitions
National Theatre: Cottesloe Theatre, South Bank, Covent Garden, London SE1
The actor discusses the author's work.... More
Covent Garden Entertainment
in or near Covent Garden
Vaudeville Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Originally designed by CJ Phipps and first opened on 16th April 1870 with the comedy 'For Love or Money', the current Vaudeville Theatre is the third ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Originally designed by CJ Phipps and first opened on 16th April 1870 with the comedy 'For Love or Money', the current Vaudeville Theatre is the third ... More
Aldwych Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD
With the Waldorf Hotel sandwiched inbetween them, the Aldwych and Strand theatres were originally built to work as a pair. The Aldwych is probably most noted for ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD
With the Waldorf Hotel sandwiched inbetween them, the Aldwych and Strand theatres were originally built to work as a pair. The Aldwych is probably most noted for ... More
Novello Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ... More
Covent Garden Sights and Attractions
The best museums, galleries, attractions in or near Covent Garden
London Transport Museum
London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ... More
London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ... More
London Transport Museum
London > Attractions > Museums
39 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ... More
London > Attractions > Museums
39 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
After a two-year, £22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ... More
St Paul's Covent Garden
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. ... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. ... More
Covent Garden Shopping
The best shops and markets in or near London's Covent Garden
Penhaligon's
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ... More
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ... More
Primrose Bakery
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
If cupcakes are you cup of tea then head to the Covent Garden outlet of Primrose Bakery, a family owned enterprise which makes the most scrumptious ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
If cupcakes are you cup of tea then head to the Covent Garden outlet of Primrose Bakery, a family owned enterprise which makes the most scrumptious ... More
Godiva
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
17 The Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Belgium's finest export, the first Godiva was opened in Brussels approximately 75 years ago by master chocolatier Joseph Draps and named after the legendary Lady Godiva. ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
17 The Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Belgium's finest export, the first Godiva was opened in Brussels approximately 75 years ago by master chocolatier Joseph Draps and named after the legendary Lady Godiva. ... More
Covent Garden Restaurants
What are the best dining options in or near Covent Garden London?
Wagamama
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
1 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Taking inspiration from Japanese ramman-noodle bars, Wagamama is the ultimate in high-quality, fast food. Huge bowls of steaming, soupy noodles, chicken dumplings with a chilli-soy dipping ... More
London > Restaurants > South East Asian restaurants
1 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Taking inspiration from Japanese ramman-noodle bars, Wagamama is the ultimate in high-quality, fast food. Huge bowls of steaming, soupy noodles, chicken dumplings with a chilli-soy dipping ... More
Joe Allen
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
13 Exeter Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Like The Ivy, Joe Allen is a restaurant that defies criticism. It has been a theatreland favourite since the times when dishes like Chilli Con Carne, ... More
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
13 Exeter Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Like The Ivy, Joe Allen is a restaurant that defies criticism. It has been a theatreland favourite since the times when dishes like Chilli Con Carne, ... More
Caffe Nero
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
10 Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Nero is probably the best of the Capital’s coffee shop chains. Offers a wide range of authentic Italian coffee in a pleasant relaxed environment. Snacks include ... More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
10 Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Nero is probably the best of the Capital’s coffee shop chains. Offers a wide range of authentic Italian coffee in a pleasant relaxed environment. Snacks include ... More
Covent Garden Pubs
The best pubs in or near London Covent Garden.
The Marquess of Anglesey
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Gastropub ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Gastropub ... More
Lamb & Flag
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ... More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ... More
Covent Garden Nightlife
Covent Garden clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
The Lobby Bar at One Aldwych
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ... More
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ... More
Lowlander Beer Cafe
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2B
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ... More
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2B
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ... More
Gordon's Wine Bar
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ... More
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ... More
Covent Garden Leisure
Covent Garden gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
The Sanctuary
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ... More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ... More
Phoenix Garden
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
21 Stacey Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H
In the shadow of both Centrepoint and St Giles-in-the-Fields Church, hidden from most tourists and residents alike, lies this beautiful West End garden. Originally a car ... More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
21 Stacey Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H
In the shadow of both Centrepoint and St Giles-in-the-Fields Church, hidden from most tourists and residents alike, lies this beautiful West End garden. Originally a car ... More
The Jubilee Hall, Covent Garden
London > Leisure > Fitness
35 Jubilee Market, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Fitness Club with Football pitchs... More
London > Leisure > Fitness
35 Jubilee Market, Covent Garden, Covent Garden, London WC2E
Fitness Club with Football pitchs... More
Covent Garden Education
in or near Covent Garden
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ... More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ... More
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ... More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ... More
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English [Out There!]
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, Covent Garden, London WC1A
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ... More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, Covent Garden, London WC1A
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ... More
Covent Garden Meeting Venues
Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course in or near Covent Garden.
Royal Society Of Arts
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N
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London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N
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Silver Fleet - Woods River Cruises
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames.... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames.... More
Somerset House
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ... More
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