Covent Garden

About

A lively piazza with street performers, shops, and seasonal celebrations

Why go

• Feels like magic, really, the way the past and present collide so seamlessly
• Always captivated by the energy here
• The air feels alive with the music of street performers

Must try

• Watch street performers
• Explore the Apple Market
• Browse upmarket stalls with crafts, fashion, and gifts
• See the Ballet in Bloom floral display
• See suspended sculptures by Pauline Loctin

Pro tips

• Free outdoor cinema screenings
• Watch Wimbledon live on the Big Screen
• West End LIVE performances broadcast to the Piazza
• Post-dinner walk through the piazza
• Visit during Christmas for decorations

Good to know

• Watch out for pickpockets
• Performers will ask for money if you video
• Market stalls have a lot of cheap tat

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (123497 reviews)

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