Leicester Square: The Heartbeat of London's Entertainment

Getting There

• Underground

  If you are near an Underground station, take the Tube to Leicester Square station, which is located on the Piccadilly Line (the dark blue line). Depending on your starting location, you may need to change lines at a major interchange station such as King's Cross St. Pancras or Piccadilly Circus. Once you arrive at Leicester Square station, use the exit signposted for Leicester Square, and you will find yourself in the heart of the square.

• Bus

  You can also reach Leicester Square by taking a bus. Look for bus stops nearby and check the route numbers 14, 19, 38, or 176, which all stop near Leicester Square. Board the bus and enjoy the ride; you will get off at the Leicester Square stop. After disembarking, follow the signs towards Leicester Square, and you will see the square ahead.

• Walking

  If you are in the vicinity of Covent Garden or Trafalgar Square, you can easily walk to Leicester Square. From Covent Garden, head southwest on Long Acre, then turn left onto Cranbourn Street, which will lead you directly to Leicester Square. If you are coming from Trafalgar Square, walk down Whitehall towards the Strand, then turn left onto the Strand and continue until you reach the Leicester Square area.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  For a more comfortable option, you can hail a taxi or book a rideshare service like Uber. Just provide the driver with the destination 'Leicester Square, London WC2H 7LU'. The driver will take you directly to the square. Remember that traffic can be heavy in central London, so plan accordingly.