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Leicester Square (/ ˈ l ɛ s t ər / ⓘ LEST-ər) is a pedestrianised square in the West End of London, England. It was laid out in 1670 as Leicester Fields, which was named after the recently built Leicester House, itself named after Robert Sidney, 2nd Earl of Leicester.
Leicester Square is a hub of entertainment and culture in the heart of London. Find out the best things to do, see and eat in and around this iconic square, from West End plays to Chinatown, from Eros Statue to Piccadilly Circus.
- Her Majesty’s Theatre Bask in the lavish décor of Her Majesty’s Theatre. The site of Her Majesty’s Theatre has hosted productions since 1705. The current theatre was opened in 1897 and visitors are treated to lavish architecture and interior décor.
- Leicester Square Gardens Find a famous statue in Leicester Square Gardens. Surrounded by trees, Leicester Square Gardens in the centre of Leicester Square.
- Trafalgar Square Stand in the famous Trafalgar Square. Surrounded by historic buildings, everyone has heard of this public square. There are four plinths for statues in the corners of the square.
- Japan Centre Shop and dine at the Japan Centre. In London since 1976, the Japan Centre flagship store has been on Panton Street since 2017. The traditional ‘depachika’ (the Japanese word for a basement food hall) has specialist food rooms, all set around open kitchens and a central dine-in courtyard.
Whether it's film, theatre, food or family favourites, Leicester Square exists to excite your senses. Located in the heart of London's West End, the square is within easy walking distance from Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Soho and Covent Garden.
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Newton to Shakespeare. Global icon, cultural hub, entertainment epicentre. Leicester Square exists to entertain.
Jul 22, 2023 · Leicester Square is a vibrant hub of cinemas, theatres, casinos, restaurants and more in the West End. Discover the film statues, Chinatown, Japan Centre and how to get cheap theatre tickets in this guide.
Leicester Square is in the centre of London’s West End and is always a busy place for people visiting London. The square is filled with street performers, bars, clubs, casinos and restaurants as well as plenty of cultural things to do.
