{"id":46474,"date":"2026-08-01T18:45:40","date_gmt":"2026-08-01T18:45:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/piccadilly-circus-in-london-is-it-worth-a-visit\/"},"modified":"2026-08-02T12:56:11","modified_gmt":"2026-08-02T12:56:11","slug":"piccadilly-circus-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/piccadilly-circus-london\/","title":{"rendered":"Piccadilly Circus in London: Is It Worth a Visit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"46474\" class=\"elementor elementor-46474 elementor-46346\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d121930 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d121930\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26cece2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"26cece2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"365\">Piccadilly Circus is one of London&#8217;s most famous squares and is located in the heart of the lively West End. The square is best known for its large digital advertising screens and the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, whose statue is often referred to as the Eros Fountain. Every year, millions of visitors come to this iconic location, but is it really worth a visit?<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"665\">Piccadilly Circus is much more than just a tourist attraction. It is an important traffic junction where famous streets such as Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, and Coventry Street meet. This makes it not only a popular meeting place but also an ideal starting point for exploring central London.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"1042\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Around the square, you&#8217;ll find plenty of shops, restaurants, theaters, and cinemas. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/sights-of-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Well-known attractions<\/a> such as Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Regent Street are also just a few minutes&#8217; walk away. In this article, you&#8217;ll discover what makes Piccadilly Circus so special, what there is to see and do, and whether it&#8217;s truly worth visiting during your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/visiting-london-best-travel-tips-for-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">city trip to London<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-069a2b6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"069a2b6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55b1b50 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"55b1b50\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Is So Special About Piccadilly Circus?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af5bcfe e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"af5bcfe\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76e2820 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76e2820\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"c9f84e14-2ec4-436c-996b-731ce7e547d0\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">Piccadilly Circus has been one of London&#8217;s most famous landmarks for over 200 years. Since its opening in 1819, the square has been the vibrant heart of the West End, where shopping, entertainment, and nightlife come together. Thanks to its central location and lively atmosphere, thousands of Londoners and tourists gather here every day.<\/div><div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-5\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"><section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-5\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-5\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-turn=\"assistant\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"84432e93-b789-44df-9318-b30641451ad5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"><p data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"666\">Many people compare Piccadilly Circus to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/visiting-times-square-new-york\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Times Square<\/a> in New York. This is because of the large digital advertising screens that light up the square day and night. However, Piccadilly Circus has a character of its own. The combination of historic buildings, theaters, and modern advertising makes it a unique place in London.<\/p><p data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"1029\">The square was designed by the famous architect John Nash. His design created a connection between Carlton House and Regent&#8217;s Park and laid the foundation for the Piccadilly Circus we know today. The remarkable Criterion Theatre, which is largely located below street level, is also a striking feature of the square and a fine example of Victorian architecture.<\/p><p data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1297\">In the center of the square stands the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain. At the top of the fountain is a winged statue that many visitors refer to as the Eros Fountain. In reality, the statue represents Anteros, the twin brother of Eros and the symbol of selfless love.<\/p><p data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1521\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">An interesting fact is the British expression, <strong>&#8220;It&#8217;s like Piccadilly Circus.&#8221;<\/strong> It is used to describe a place that is extremely busy and lively. The expression perfectly captures the atmosphere you can expect in the square.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c2faa59 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c2faa59\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-81c85fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"81c85fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Is It Called Piccadilly Circus?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c23029 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1c23029\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df35057 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"df35057\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"146\">The name Piccadilly Circus has nothing to do with a circus. Both <strong>Piccadilly<\/strong> and <strong>Circus<\/strong> refer to the history of this famous location in London.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"609\">The name <strong>Piccadilly<\/strong> dates back to the 17th century. Around 1600, tailor Robert Baker made a fortune selling <em data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"270\">piccadills<\/em>, stiff lace collars that were popular among the English elite at the time. With the money he earned, he purchased a piece of land in this area around 1612 and built a large mansion there. The people of London soon began calling the house <strong>Piccadilly Hall<\/strong>. Eventually, the street also adopted this name, which was later given to the square.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The word <strong>Circus<\/strong> comes from Latin and means a circular open space. When architect John Nash designed the square in 1819, it was indeed circular in shape and served as an important traffic junction. After the construction of Shaftesbury Avenue in 1886, the shape of the square changed, but the historic name <strong>Piccadilly Circus<\/strong> has remained ever since.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e8997ed e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e8997ed\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd71130 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fd71130\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Is Piccadilly Circus Worth a Visit?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2747965 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2747965\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb4c28c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bb4c28c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"356\"><strong>Absolutely<\/strong>. Even if you only have ten to fifteen minutes, I think Piccadilly Circus is well worth a visit. The combination of the giant advertising screens, the lively atmosphere, and its central location makes it one of London&#8217;s most recognizable landmarks. Especially if you&#8217;re visiting the city for the first time, a short stop here shouldn&#8217;t be missed.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"689\">I\u2019ve been visiting London regularly for more than fifteen years, and during almost every city trip I take a walk through Piccadilly Circus. Not because I spend hours there, but because it\u2019s the perfect starting point for exploring the West End. From here, you can easily walk to Regent Street, Soho, Chinatown, or Leicester Square.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"1018\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">My advice is not to see Piccadilly Circus as a standalone attraction, but as the vibrant heart of this part of London. Take a moment to soak up the atmosphere, snap a few photos, and then continue exploring the surrounding streets and attractions. It\u2019s this combination that makes a visit to Piccadilly Circus truly worthwhile.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0792c55 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0792c55\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-020b854 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"020b854\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Can You Do In and Around Piccadilly Circus?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7f93f3d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7f93f3d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc354ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dc354ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"242\">There is much more to see in and around Piccadilly Circus than just the famous illuminated advertising screens. The area is one of the liveliest parts of London and is packed with shops, theaters, charming streets, and well-known attractions.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"420\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">During my city trips to London, I\u2019ve explored this neighborhood many times. That\u2019s why I\u2019ve put together a list of the best attractions in and around Piccadilly Circus for you.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a71f006 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a71f006\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-864b4de elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"864b4de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Admire the Piccadilly Lights<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b3929a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7b3929a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c4a25b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9c4a25b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46465\" alt=\"Piccadilly Lights in london\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Lights-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbfa74c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"cbfa74c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99c93c9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"99c93c9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"353\">The <strong>Piccadilly Lights<\/strong> are without a doubt the most iconic feature of Piccadilly Circus. The enormous digital screens illuminate the square day and night and immediately catch the attention of passersby. In the evening especially, the bright colors and moving images create an impressive atmosphere that reminds many visitors of Times Square in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/visiting-new-york-best-travel-tips-for-new-york\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"904\">I\u2019ve been visiting both London and New York regularly for many years. Although this comparison is often made, I think the two places each have their own unique character. Times Square is much larger and more spectacular, with dozens of massive screens towering between the skyscrapers. Piccadilly Circus, on the other hand, is more compact and, despite its modern LED screens, has retained its distinctly British character. The historic buildings and the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain give the square an atmosphere you simply won\u2019t find in New York.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1139\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">It\u2019s this combination of modern advertising and classic architecture that makes the Piccadilly Lights so special. If possible, take some time to experience the atmosphere in the evening, when this iconic location is at its very best.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f7f3bb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8f7f3bb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37570ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"37570ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">See the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eec0f52 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"eec0f52\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b01bf7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3b01bf7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46466\" alt=\"Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain in London\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shaftesbury-Memorial-Fountain-in-Londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b8787c0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b8787c0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c65544 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8c65544\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"387\">In the center of Piccadilly Circus stands the<strong> Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain<\/strong>, one of London&#8217;s most famous monuments. Many visitors know it as the <strong>Eros Fountain<\/strong>, but the winged statue on top actually represents <strong>Anteros<\/strong>, the Greek god of requited love. Nevertheless, the nickname <em data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"292\">Eros Fountain<\/em> has become so widely used over the years that almost everyone still refers to it by that name.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"702\">What many people don&#8217;t know is that when it was unveiled in 1893, the statue became the world&#8217;s first major public monument to be cast entirely in aluminum. At the time, aluminum was a rare and valuable material. Sculptor Sir Alfred Gilbert deliberately chose it because of its light weight and distinctive shine.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"1048\">The fountain was built as a tribute to <strong>Anthony Ashley Cooper<\/strong>, the seventh Earl of Shaftesbury. This British politician and philanthropist devoted himself in the nineteenth century to improving living and working conditions. He played an important role in social reforms and in protecting children who were forced to work under harsh conditions.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1326\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Today, the fountain is much more than a historic monument. It is one of London&#8217;s most popular meeting places and a regular stop for visitors exploring Piccadilly Circus. Be sure to take a moment to admire the monument up close before continuing your walk through the West End.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c69415c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c69415c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07ca740 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"07ca740\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Walk Along Regent Street<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-793381c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"793381c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-024cc8d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"024cc8d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46467\" alt=\"Regent Street in london\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Regent-Street-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e724f49 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e724f49\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b51bd61 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b51bd61\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"360\">From Piccadilly Circus, you can easily walk onto Regent Street, one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/shopping-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">London&#8217;s most famous shopping streets<\/a>. Regent Street was built in the early 19th century and is often regarded as the world&#8217;s first purpose-built shopping street. It connects Piccadilly Circus with Oxford Circus and is known for its elegant fa\u00e7ades, wide boulevard, and upscale atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"670\">Along Regent Street, you&#8217;ll find flagship stores of many well-known international brands. Even if you&#8217;re not planning to shop, it&#8217;s well worth taking a stroll down the street. The combination of historic architecture and modern retail makes Regent Street one of the most beautiful shopping streets in London.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"1065\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Visiting London in December? Then don&#8217;t miss the famous <strong>The Spirit of Christmas lights<\/strong>. Every year, hundreds of illuminated angels are suspended above the street, transforming Regent Street into one of the city&#8217;s most beautiful Christmas destinations. I&#8217;ve taken several Christmas lights tours in London myself, and I can tell you that Regent Street is always one of the absolute highlights.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7376397 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7376397\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f16b59 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"0f16b59\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/christmas-lights-tour-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Also read: Christmas Lights Tour in London: Is It Worth It?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c812200 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c812200\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d31b753 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d31b753\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Explore the West End<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2eecc05 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2eecc05\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0f933f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b0f933f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46468\" alt=\"West End in London\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/West-End-in-Londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62acd45 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"62acd45\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e684eee elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e684eee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"296\">Piccadilly Circus is located in the heart of the <strong>West End<\/strong>, London&#8217;s most famous entertainment district. This area is renowned worldwide for its theaters, musicals, and vibrant atmosphere. Together with Broadway in New York, the West End is considered one of the world&#8217;s leading theater districts.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"605\">At the heart of the West End, also known as <strong>Theatreland<\/strong>, you&#8217;ll find dozens of historic theaters within walking distance of one another. Here, you can enjoy award-winning musicals, impressive plays, and other major productions. Many shows premiere in London before going on to achieve international success.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"821\">Most of the theaters date back to the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Their beautiful fa\u00e7ades and richly decorated interiors alone make them worth visiting, even if you&#8217;re not usually interested in musicals or plays.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1222\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Personally, I think the West End is at its best in the evening. As the theaters open and the lights come on, the entire district takes on a special atmosphere. The historic theater buildings, illuminated streets, and the Piccadilly Lights create a vibrant setting that is best experienced on foot. That&#8217;s why I almost always take another walk through the West End after dark whenever I visit London.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c46f7e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8c46f7e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8071253 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8071253\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Visit Soho and Chinatown<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f2aa5fb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f2aa5fb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ea6519 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2ea6519\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46469\" alt=\"Chinatown in london\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Chinatown-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b908ed e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9b908ed\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba57b7b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ba57b7b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"154\">Just a few minutes&#8217; walk from Piccadilly Circus are <strong>Soho<\/strong> and <strong>Chinatown<\/strong>, two very different neighborhoods that you can easily explore during the same walk.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"498\">You&#8217;ll recognize Chinatown immediately by its traditional Chinese gateways, hundreds of red lanterns, and numerous Asian restaurants. Here, you can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine, dim sum, bubble tea, and many other Asian specialties. Although the neighborhood is relatively compact, it feels like stepping into a completely different world.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"821\">Soho, on the other hand, has a very different atmosphere. This lively neighborhood is known for its cozy pubs, restaurants, theaters, jazz clubs, and independent shops. During the day, Soho is a popular place for shopping or lunch, while in the evening it transforms into one of London&#8217;s most vibrant nightlife districts.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1435\">I&#8217;ve been visiting both London and New York regularly for many years, and I&#8217;m often asked how Soho and Chinatown compare to their well-known counterparts in Manhattan. Although they share the same names, the atmosphere is completely different. Chinatown in New York is much larger and feels more like a residential neighborhood, while London&#8217;s Chinatown is best known for its restaurants and charming illuminated streets. Soho also has a character of its own. Whereas <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citiestotravel.com\/en\/visiting-soho-new-york\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SoHo in New York <\/a>has become primarily an upscale shopping district, Soho in London is all about entertainment, theaters, and a lively nightlife.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1687\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Because Soho and Chinatown are located right next to Piccadilly Circus, I highly recommend visiting both neighborhoods during your trip. Within just a few minutes, you can walk from the busy square into two areas, each with its own unique atmosphere.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8bc1ec5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8bc1ec5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0296c7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f0296c7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">See a Performance at the Criterion Theatre<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2be097 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a2be097\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90cc37d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"90cc37d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46470\" alt=\"Criterion Theatre in London\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Criterion-Theatre-in-Londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8da26a2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8da26a2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6fbf0d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b6fbf0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"330\">Located directly on Piccadilly Circus, the <strong>Criterion Theatre<\/strong> is one of the most distinctive theaters in London&#8217;s West End. Since opening in 1874, it has been known for its intimate atmosphere and unique location. With just 588 seats, you&#8217;re always close to the stage, making musicals, plays, and comedies feel even more immersive.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"691\">What makes the Criterion Theatre truly unique is that it is located almost entirely below street level. Even the Dress Circle is underground. As soon as you descend the grand staircase, you leave the bustle of Piccadilly Circus behind and step into a beautiful Victorian theater with elegant ceilings, richly decorated details, and a warm, classic atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"948\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Thanks to its central location, it&#8217;s easy to combine a performance with a walk through Piccadilly Circus, dinner in Soho, or a visit to Leicester Square. If you&#8217;re looking for an authentic West End experience, the Criterion Theatre is an excellent choice.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bccf795 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"bccf795\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3eda530 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3eda530\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Walk to Leicester Square<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6ebf86 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d6ebf86\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db39d69 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"db39d69\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46471\" alt=\"Leicester Square in london\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leicester-Square-in-londen-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e0d2e5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e0d2e5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-419cbe5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"419cbe5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"390\">Less than a five-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus is <strong>Leicester Square<\/strong>, one of London&#8217;s most famous squares. This pedestrianized square is the city&#8217;s cinematic heart and is known worldwide for the major movie premieres that regularly take place here. At cinemas such as the Odeon Luxe, red carpets are often rolled out for new film releases, with famous actors and directors in attendance.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"663\">As you stroll through the square, you&#8217;ll come across several bronze statues of iconic movie characters, including Harry Potter, Mary Poppins, and Batman. You&#8217;ll also find the enormous M&amp;M&#8217;s Store and the LEGO Store, both of which are popular with families and movie fans.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"880\">Planning to see a West End musical during your city trip? Leicester Square is also home to the official <strong>TKTS booth<\/strong>, where you can often buy discounted tickets for a variety of musicals on the day of the performance.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1081\">I always use the free <strong>TKTS app<\/strong> first. It lets me see immediately which shows are available and how much discount is being offered. That way, I know in advance whether it&#8217;s worth walking to the booth.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1313\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>My tip<\/strong>: If you want to see a popular musical that often sells out quickly, join the queue about an hour before the TKTS booth opens. This gives you a better chance of getting tickets for the most sought-after West End productions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35f1402 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"35f1402\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fb2c28 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2fb2c28\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Where Is Piccadilly Circus Located?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-029495a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"029495a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1eb5b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e1eb5b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"222\">Piccadilly Circus is located in the heart of London, in the <strong>City of Westminster<\/strong>. Thanks to its central location, it is one of the city&#8217;s most important transport hubs and an ideal starting point for exploring the West End.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"458\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">From Piccadilly Circus, you can walk to famous attractions such as Leicester Square, Soho, Chinatown, Regent Street, and Trafalgar Square within just a few minutes. Covent Garden and Buckingham Palace are also within walking distance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc73e98 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dc73e98\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14682ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"14682ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=Piccadilly%20Circus&#038;t=m&#038;z=14&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Piccadilly Circus\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Piccadilly Circus\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8922f0f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8922f0f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39b02a6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"39b02a6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How Do You Get to Piccadilly Circus?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e44835 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9e44835\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eaba574 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"eaba574\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?fit=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-46472\" alt=\"Piccadilly Circus Underground Station\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?resize=1536%2C859&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?resize=2048%2C1145&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.citiestotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Piccadilly-Circus-Underground-Station-scaled.webp?w=2280&amp;ssl=1 2280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-924cf16 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"924cf16\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7f29b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b7f29b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The fastest and easiest way to get to <strong>Piccadilly Circus<\/strong> is by using the London Underground, also known as <strong>the Tube<\/strong>. <strong>Piccadilly Circus Underground Station<\/strong> is located directly beneath the square, so as soon as you step off the train, you&#8217;ll find yourself in the heart of central London.<\/p>\n<p>The Piccadilly Line is the most convenient option if you&#8217;re traveling from Heathrow Airport, King&#8217;s Cross St. Pancras, or Covent Garden. If you&#8217;re coming from Waterloo, Paddington, or London Victoria, the <strong>Bakerloo Line<\/strong> is often the fastest route, sometimes with a short transfer at Green Park.<\/p>\n<p>You can also get off at L<strong>eicester Square Underground Station<\/strong>. From there, it&#8217;s about a seven-minute walk to Piccadilly Circus. This is a convenient alternative if you&#8217;re traveling on the Northern Line.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re staying in central London, there&#8217;s a good chance you can easily reach Piccadilly Circus on foot. From Soho, Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Regent Street, and Trafalgar Square, it&#8217;s only a short walk to the square.<\/p>\n<p>You don&#8217;t need to buy a ticket in advance to use the London Underground. Simply pay contactlessly with your bank card, credit card, or smartphone. Just tap your payment method when entering and exiting the station, and the correct fare will be calculated automatically.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9dda487 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9dda487\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b69f474 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b69f474\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Is Piccadilly Circus Safe?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1379b86 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1379b86\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd51013 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fd51013\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"253\">Yes, <strong>Piccadilly Circus is generally a safe place to visit<\/strong>. The square is busy day and night and is well lit and monitored by CCTV. Violent incidents are rare. However, like many other popular tourist attractions, it is a well-known area for pickpockets.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"629\">Be sure to keep a close eye on your personal belongings, especially when taking photos or getting distracted by the crowds. Store your phone and wallet securely, and avoid taking your smartphone out unnecessarily in busy areas. In recent years, there have been several reported cases in London of thieves on bicycles or e-bikes snatching phones directly from people&#8217;s hands.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"962\">You&#8217;ll often come across street performers around the square. Most of them add to the lively atmosphere, but some performers or street vendors may pressure you into giving them money. There are also people who offer supposedly free bracelets or small souvenirs and then ask for payment afterward. It&#8217;s best not to engage with them.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1242\">The inexpensive souvenir shops and so-called <strong>candy shops<\/strong> around Piccadilly Circus don&#8217;t always have the best reputation either. They are locally known for charging high prices and selling products of mediocre quality. It&#8217;s a good idea to compare prices before making a purchase.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1612\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Personally, I&#8217;ve never felt unsafe during my visits to Piccadilly Circus, whether during the day or in the evening. The constant crowds, good lighting, and large number of people on the streets make the area feel lively even late at night. Still, it&#8217;s important to stay alert, just as you would in any major city, and stick to busy, well-lit streets whenever possible.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbfd2da e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"bbfd2da\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b40fc5c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b40fc5c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">When Is the Best Time to Visit Piccadilly Circus?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-307055c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"307055c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a243420 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a243420\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-34\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-34\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-34\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-70\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"95d1c413-b996-49cc-ad11-c06abc5a057b\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"305\">You can visit <strong>Piccadilly Circus<\/strong> at any time of the day, but the best time depends on what you want to experience. If you want to see the famous advertising screens at their very best, visit after sunset. If you&#8217;re hoping to take great photos without large crowds, it&#8217;s best to arrive early in the morning.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"327\"><strong data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"327\">Best Time of Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"618\"><strong data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"341\">Evening:<\/strong> The evening is without a doubt the best time to visit Piccadilly Circus. Once it gets dark, the Piccadilly Lights come to life and give the square a unique atmosphere. Street performers, theatergoers, and the vibrant nightlife also make an evening stroll especially enjoyable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"845\"><strong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"638\">Early morning:<\/strong> If you want to photograph the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain or the square without hundreds of tourists in the background, visit between <strong>7:00 AM and 9:00 AM<\/strong>. At that time, the area is still relatively quiet.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1076\"><strong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"861\">Afternoon:<\/strong> Between <strong>12:00 PM and 6:00 PM<\/strong>, Piccadilly Circus is at its busiest. Shoppers, tourists, and commuters fill the square, making it very crowded. If you prefer to avoid large crowds, it&#8217;s best to visit at another time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1103\"><strong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1103\">Best Days of the Week<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1438\">From <strong>Monday to Thursday<\/strong>, Piccadilly Circus is usually a little quieter than at the weekend. On <strong>Fridays and Saturdays<\/strong>, the atmosphere becomes even livelier as more people head into the city for a night out. Personally, I really enjoy visiting on Friday evenings, but if you prefer a quieter experience, a weekday is the better choice.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1455\"><strong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1455\">Best Season<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1873\">Piccadilly Circus is worth visiting all year round, but from <strong>November through<\/strong> January is, in my opinion, the most beautiful time to go. Regent Street and Oxford Street are beautifully decorated with festive lights, and the Christmas atmosphere makes central London even more special. In addition, it gets dark earlier during the winter months, so the Piccadilly Lights are already shining brightly by late afternoon.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"2068\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Spring, from <strong>March through May<\/strong>, is also an excellent time to visit Piccadilly Circus. The temperatures are often pleasant, and it&#8217;s generally less crowded than during the summer holiday season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e16ac41 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e16ac41\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1810d7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d1810d7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Practical Tips for Visiting Piccadilly Circus<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e9bd16 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8e9bd16\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3be0b97 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3be0b97\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-36\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-36\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7fdb987a-d47b-4bb7-b721-bd0569e64713-36\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-74\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"1e0cf5c9-305d-47fa-8209-d86ab897dff1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\">Practical Tips for Visiting Piccadilly Circus<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"158\">To help you make the most of your visit to Piccadilly Circus, I&#8217;ve put together a few practical tips below.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"211\"><strong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"211\">1. Avoid the Restaurants Directly on the Square<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"524\">The restaurants located directly on Piccadilly Circus have an excellent location, but they are often more expensive and the quality isn&#8217;t always the best. Instead, walk a few minutes toward Soho or Chinatown. There, you&#8217;ll usually find a wider selection, better value for money, and a more enjoyable atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"579\"><strong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"579\">2. Keep in Mind That There Are Few Public Toilets<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"801\">There are very few free public toilets around Piccadilly Circus. If you need to use the restroom, you can often find facilities in large stores such as <strong>Lillywhites<\/strong> or in a caf\u00e9 or restaurant where you purchase something.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"838\"><strong data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"838\">3. Avoid the Busiest Rush Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"1184\">Although Piccadilly Circus is lively throughout the day, the Underground station can become extremely busy during the morning and evening rush hours. Between approximately <strong>8:00 AM and 9:30 AM<\/strong>, and again from <strong>5:00 PM to 6:30 PM<\/strong>, many commuters pass through the station. If you can avoid these times, your visit will usually be much more relaxed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1221\"><strong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1221\">4. Visit Waterstones Piccadilly<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1507\">Just a few minutes&#8217; walk from Piccadilly Circus is <strong>Waterstones Piccadilly<\/strong>, the largest bookstore in Europe. The beautiful Art Deco interior alone makes it worth a visit. Be sure to stop by the bar on the top floor as well, where you can enjoy lovely views over the rooftops of London.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1556\"><strong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1556\">5. Check the Weather Forecast Before You Go<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1832\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The weather in London can change quickly. Even if the forecast looks good, it&#8217;s a good idea to bring a lightweight rain jacket or a small umbrella. That way, you can continue enjoying your walk around Piccadilly Circus and the surrounding neighborhoods without any problems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"text-center\"><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd46996 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"bd46996\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e3ed6e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0e3ed6e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions About Piccadilly Circus<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-823cd19 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"823cd19\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2febfec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2febfec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"j9m0jw\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"43\"><span role=\"text\">Is Piccadilly Circus Free to Visit?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"230\">Yes, Piccadilly Circus is a public square and can be visited free of charge. You only pay for any expenses at restaurants, theaters, shops, or other attractions in the surrounding area.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1c5j81m\" data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"288\"><span role=\"text\">How Long Do You Need to Visit Piccadilly Circus?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"482\">For the square itself, 15 to 30 minutes is usually enough. If you also want to explore nearby attractions such as Regent Street, Soho, Chinatown, or Leicester Square, allow two to three hours.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1ogdvj7\" data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"535\"><span role=\"text\">Which Tube Lines Stop at Piccadilly Circus?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"775\">Piccadilly Circus Underground Station is served by the Piccadilly Line and the Bakerloo Line. The station entrance is located directly beneath the square, so you&#8217;ll find yourself in the heart of central London as soon as you step outside.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1bv22h7\" data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"820\"><span role=\"text\">Why Is Piccadilly Circus So Famous?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"1064\">Piccadilly Circus is world-famous for its giant digital advertising screens, the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, and its central location in the West End. For more than two hundred years, it has been one of London&#8217;s most iconic meeting places.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1uj9r03\" data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1125\"><span role=\"text\">Is Piccadilly Circus Worth Visiting in the Evening?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1348\">Yes, many visitors consider the evening to be the best time to visit. Once it gets dark, the Piccadilly Lights come to life, while the theaters, restaurants, and street performers create a lively and welcoming atmosphere.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"qwf2c0\" data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1415\"><span role=\"text\">Is Piccadilly Circus a Good Place to Visit with Children?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1844\">Yes, Piccadilly Circus is also a great place to visit with children. The giant digital advertising screens, street performers, and lively atmosphere are especially popular with younger visitors. The LEGO Store, the M&amp;M&#8217;s Store, and Leicester Square are also just a few minutes&#8217; walk away. Keep in mind that the square is often very busy, so it&#8217;s important to stay together, especially in the evening and during school holidays.<\/p><h3 data-section-id=\"1beu7ha\" data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1911\"><span role=\"text\">Can You Combine Piccadilly Circus with Other Attractions?<\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2161\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Absolutely. Thanks to its central location, Piccadilly Circus is an ideal starting point for exploring central London. 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