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With Trafalgar Square to the south, Piccadilly Circus to the west, China Town to the north and Covent Garden to the east, Leicester Square is right in the thick of The West End. It is the beating heart of British cinema, with all the major European premieres happening there - you'll often see crowds of fans, expectantly awaiting the arrival of the stars outside one of the state-of-the-art cinemas which line the square. Bronze casts of actors' hand imprints also remind you of the film star glamour associated with Leicester Square - Tom Cruise, Bruce Willis, Sylvester Stallone and Sir Ian McKellen are just some of the A-listers who've contributed. In the middle of the square is a small garden area with plenty of benches which are overlooked by statues of Shakespeare, Hogarth, Charlie Chaplin and 'the founder of scientific surgery', John Hunter, whose collection of 10,500 anatomical specimens were kept in his house on the square. Our own LondonTown.com London Information Centre is located next to the John Hunter gate. It's not a bad spot for a rest or to eat a packed lunch - although if you have time, nearby St James's Park is far better.Leicester Square events
Skyfall PremiereSkyfall PremiereFor the third time, Daniel Craig is back at what everyone loves him for most; Bond, James Bond. With the production suspended in 2010, this Bond movie as been long awaited, however fans now have a date to look forward to; the Skyfall world premiere will be on October 26th 2012 in Leicester Square. With the title announced, the script is yet to be p26th October 2012Friday 26th October 2012
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For the third time, Daniel Craig is back at what everyone loves him for most; Bond, James Bond. With the production suspended in 2010, this Bond movie as been long awaited, however fans now have a date to look forward to; the Skyfall world premiere will be on October 26th 2012 in Leicester Square. With the title announced, the script is yet to be p... More about this event
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Leicester Square, WC2H | 2 minutes from Leicester Square
Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London’s regular film premieres - the Radisson Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: mahogany-panelled ...More
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Coventry Street, W1D | 2 minutes from Leicester Square
The main attraction of this traditional Victorian hotel is that it has many of London's famous landmarks, including Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, within minutes’ walking ...More
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Whitcomb Street, WC2H | 3 minutes from Leicester Square
Set in between Trafalgar and Leicester Squares and right next to the National Portrait Gallery, the Thistle Trafalgar Square is a modern hotel set in a ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Soho, London WC2H | At Leicester Square
Taking in Oxford Street, Regent Street and Bond Street, Soho, Theatreland, Chinatown, Covent Garden and Leicester Square, The West End really does have it ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Soho, London W1D | 3 minutes from Leicester Square
Soho, the set of streets and alleyways between Oxford Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, Charing Cross Road and Regent Street is one of the most cosmopolitan parts of ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Central London, Westminster, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Leicester Square
Lord Nelson, Britain's greatest military hero, and the mighty lions that surround him, pay testament to the position of Trafalgar Square at the heart of the ...More
Sights and Attractions near Leicester Square
London > Attractions > Sightseeing Tours
Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
The sight of lost and lonely tourists wandering around Leicester Square is already a distant memory. LondonTown.com's London Information Centre, Leicester Square, is situated directly on ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
St Martin's Place, WC2H | 3 minutes from Leicester Square
The National Portrait Gallery houses portraits of significant figures from the late 15th century to the present day. This isn't the place to come for serious ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Leicester Square
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 23rd January - 4th February 2012
Noel Coward Theatre, St Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from Leicester Square
Frank Skinner and Friends is a series of nights hosted by (you've guessed it) Frank Skinner featuring comedy, cabaret and music all on one bill at ...More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: 25th January - 4th February 2012
Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street, W1D | 6 minutes from Leicester Square
The Canadian songwriter-producer plays comedic alt-pop with electronica and hip hop leanings....More
London > Events > Kids Events Dates: Saturday 4th February 2012 at 11am and 4pm
Royal Institution of Great Britain, 21 Albemarle Street, W1S | 12 minutes from Leicester Square
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London > Entertainment > Cinemas
7 Leicester Place, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
Having achieved almost cult status, this reasonably-priced, independent cinema in the heart of Leicester Square is not quite the true hidden gem it once was. ...More
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
Storm Nightclub, 28a Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
Playing across multiple venues across London seven days a week and 52 weeks a year - do they really put on shows on Christmas Day? - ...More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
24-26 Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
One of London's biggest cinemas, the Odeon Leicester Square regularly plays host to premieres and awards ceremonies as well as screening the biggest of the week's ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42-44 Gerrard Street, Soho, London W1D | 2 minutes from Leicester Square
In the heart of China Town, this shop offers everything you ever needed to cook authentic Chinese food. The look and the smell is authentic, and ...More
London > Shopping > Art and Design
6 Cecil Court, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Leicester Square
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ...More
Restaurants near Leicester Square
London > Restaurants > Chinese restaurants
3 Leicester Street, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
Chinatown’s best dim sum restaurant, (although outdone by the Royal China in Bayswater) this large, well run establishment is an excellent choice for more adventurous diners. ...More
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
1 Leicester Street, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
Fergus Henderson is renowned for bringing simple British cooking back into vogue and following a bakery and two restaurants in the East end, has opened a ...More
London > Restaurants > Chinese restaurants
15 Lisle Street, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Leicester Square
This smart, classy restaurant in the middle of Chinatown has been running since the early 1980s and enjoys a reputation for consistently high standards. There always ...More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 11 minutes from Leicester Square
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 > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 13 minutes from Leicester Square
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 > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 13 minutes from Leicester Square
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
Leisure near Leicester Square
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
21 Stacey Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 6 minutes from Leicester Square
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 > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Leicester Square
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 > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from Leicester Square
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Nightlife near Leicester Square
London > Nightlife > Bars
29 Romilly Street, Soho, London W1D | 3 minutes from Leicester Square
Celebrate in style at this elegant yet wholly unpretentious Baroque champagne bar in the heart of Soho. Dimly-lit, effortlessly elegant and with gleaming Mahogany surfaces, Kettner's ...More
Meeting venue hire near Leicester Square
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Suffolk Place, St James's, London SW1Y | 4 minutes from Leicester Square
A hip designer hotel by Tim and Kit Kemp in a grand building on the prestigious Haymarket, the broad boulevard street making for an impressive entrance. ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
45 St. Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Leicester Square
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
68 Dean Street, Soho, London W1D | 4 minutes from Leicester Square
This stylish private house in Soho is suitable for photo shoots, meetings, press events, filming and for a limited range of social events such as dinners ...More
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What's On Today Near Leicester Square We Are One Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th February 2012 Sound Nightclub At Leicester Square ...More We Are One Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th February 2012 One At Leicester Square DJs Krisis and DJ Flex spin house, mash-ups, electro, dance anthems, party hits, R&B, hip hop and commercial dance....More Saturdays at Metra Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th February 2012 Metra At Leicester Square The resident DJs supply funky house and R&B....More ![]() Stewart Lee - Carpet Remnant World Theatre | Until 10th February 2012 Leicester Square Theatre 1 minutes walk from Leicester Square Stewart Lee will be setting up camp at Leicester Square Theatre this autumn; adding a hint of sarcasm and dry ...More Fabulous Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th February 2012 Ku Bar 1 minutes walk from Leicester Square DJP and Toumo Foxx spin pop, chart and R&B....More Saturdays at Yates's Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th February 2012 Yates's 2 minutes walk from Leicester Square Resident DJs play house, dance, chart, R&B and hip hop....More Wam Bam Club Theatre | On 4th February 2012 Cafe de Paris 2 minutes walk from Leicester Square Host Lady Alex, the Buff Boys and the Cabaret Rouge chorus welcome you to a fun-filled evening of burlesque fun, ...More Raven Beats Crow, Tim Wells, Wayne Holloway-Smith, Kirsten Irving Concerts | On 4th February 2012 Westminster Reference Library 2 minutes walk from Leicester Square The London-based four-piece plays electropop from its EP Dark Matters. Plus poetry readings....More Piccadilly Comedy Club Comedy | On 4th February 2012 The Comedy Pub 3 minutes walk from Leicester Square Observational humour from Hal Cruttenden, plus Chris Martin and Matthew Crosby....More
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