Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Located at the junction of five busy streets, this famous London landmark blazes with neon displays, which serve as a colorful backdrop to a bronze fountain topped by a figure of a winged archer.
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The area
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Neighbourhood: St. James's
Perennially fashionable since the days of Henry VIII, the aristocratic “Clubland” of St James's is a premier destination for high end craft and bespoke design. Here you’ll lose count of the Royal Warrants (which indicate that the Royal Family patronizes the establishment) seen in shop front windows, even during a short stroll to bordering Green Park or St James’s Park. With the brightly lit and constantly buzzing junction of Piccadilly Circus at its northeast corner and none of Central London too far away, this is an surprisingly central and accessible part of town, especially given its prosperous demeanor.
How to get there
- Piccadilly Circus • 1 min walk
- Leicester Square • 6 min walk
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4.0
5,928 reviews
Excellent
2,473
Very good
2,225
Average
954
Poor
202
Terrible
75
Hannelore H
United Kingdom245 contributions
Sep 2022
Truly iconic landmark, just as vivid and engaging in real life as it was seen in all the films. Historic yet modern.
Written 23 May 2023
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Belle-Noel
Croydon, UK1,654 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
A great area with a mix of different shops, cafes and restaurants.
From here one can easily reach the main parts of London by foot like Leicester Square, Covent Garden and everywhere else in between.
From here one can easily reach the main parts of London by foot like Leicester Square, Covent Garden and everywhere else in between.
Written 4 May 2023
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Ben S
17 contributions
Apr 2023
Confusing expensive shopping area this is where misery meets reality with expensive shops made for the middle class.
Written 24 April 2023
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Menekag
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam1,348 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
If you like people watching this place is fabulous. Always packed and buzzing with people and definitely something to do if visiting for the first time. There are a few stores around including Lilly white which I like and a big boots! There was a Starbucks but I couldn’t find it on this visit.
Written 25 February 2023
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TravelingSoccerLoon
Saint Paul, MN2,789 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Best experienced at night when the advertising boards are aglow. Lively spot in central London in the heart of the city near the Theatre District, Leicester Square and Soho. It is essentially a pedestrianized traffic circle and watching the lights, people and the red double decker buses streaming in and out is really fascinating. In the center is the much photographed fountain and Eros statue.
Written 6 February 2023
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Steve B
4 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
Not a Circus. Didn’t see 1 juggler or any clowns. Billy Smart Will be turning in his grave. Stood looking up for a trapeze artist , but no joy
Written 30 January 2023
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Kobus
Sasolburg, South Africa173 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
The busiest corner in London. Lots of attractions nearby and easy access from the underground. The Fortnum and Mason shop a must visit.
Written 13 January 2023
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Darren D
Texas752 contributions
Dec 2022
Exploring Piccadilly Circus and then walking to the Christmas festival in Leicester Square was a great walk. Between the two is the entrance to Chinatown. The Christmas lights, cold weather, and large crowds made it an exciting place to be.
Written 26 December 2022
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Jo K
Worcester, UK6,576 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
It’s just bonkers with people but such a good vibe in London. So beautiful with the Xmas 🎄 lights on. Hop on a bus 🚌 if you can, great views
Written 9 December 2022
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Gesha
London, UK37 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
A beautiful place to visit especially now that the Christmas lights are on
It’s magical so beautiful one of the best places I have been
It’s like a fairly tale
It’s magical so beautiful one of the best places I have been
It’s like a fairly tale
Written 26 November 2022
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Hi! I’m planning to use the public transport from Heathrow airport to Piccadilly station. Can someone tell me how long the escalators will be at these two locations? Super long escalators scare the hell out of me though I’m okay with most airport escalators.
Hi! I’m planning to use the public transport from Heathrow airport to Piccadilly station. Can someone tell me how long the escalators will be at these two locations? Super long escalators scare the hell out of me though I’m okay with most airport escalators.
Amy C
London, UK348 contributions
Is got disabled loos
joseph francis m
London, UK128 contributions
not public but restaurants and bars have facilities
Tube from British museum to Piccadilly Circus
Ellie Blake
London, UK5 contributions
You can get the Piccadilly line from Piccadilly Circus to Russell Square station. It's four stops and should take you roughly 15mins.
Maps09284016066
4 contributions
Best fun hotel close to picadilly circus
Ellie Blake
London, UK5 contributions
Le Meridien Piccadilly is a beautiful hotel very close to Piccadilly Circus! There is also the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire hotel or Victory House hotel, both located in the heart of Leicester Square only seconds away from Piccadilly Circus
Είναι κοντά η οξφορντ στρητ?
Katerina S
Athens, Greece21 contributions
Περπατώντας θέλεις περίπου ένα τέταρτο. Με το μετρό θέλεις περίπου 7 λεπτά ή πάρε δυόροφο λεωφορείο, κανένα δεκάλεπτο λίγο-πολύ ανάλογα την κίνηση.
Reginealb
Springfield, IL54 contributions
Best restaurants
barcaranger
Andorra la Vella, Andorra1,954 contributions
If you think Pizza is one of the best places in central London I suggest you broaden your horizons. I would head for Chinatown ....very close
Shing N
5 contributions
Does Piccadilly Circus station has escalators from Bakerloo Line platform to Piccadilly Line platform?
I am coming from Embankment station and would like to change train at Piccadilly Line to Heathrow Airport, and I have a luggage with me.
Does the Piccadilly Circus station morning crowd at 7.30am too crazy to move around with luggage?
Abids21
London, UK73 contributions
There are no lifts at Piccadilly Circus station, just escalators and about 40 steps up in total from train platform to ticket hall and street level.
If you are travelling from Heathrow, take the Piccadilly line to Green Park, where there is an escalator from the train platform to the ticket hall and a lift from the ticket hall to street level.
MONICAA483
Rome, Italy11 contributions
Buongiorno, ho una curiosità: nella settimana dopo l'Epifania ci sono ancora gli addobbi natalizi?
Monty675
Venice, Italy89 contributions
Non lo so mi spiace
PICCADILLY CIRCUS (London) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Piccadilly Circus
- Piccadilly Circus is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking Piccadilly Circus tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 141 Piccadilly Circus tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Piccadilly Circus:
- Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London (From S$37.70)
- Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise (From S$69.40)
- London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open top bus (From S$49.70)
- Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour in London (From S$27.41)
- English Afternoon Tea Bus with Panoramic Tour of London– Upper Deck (From S$101.10)
- Hotels near Piccadilly Circus:
- (0.03 km) Cosy 2-bed flat in the heart of SoHo!
- (0.04 km) Soulful Central London Apartment (Piccadilly Circus) - Best View in London!
- (0.13 km) Hotel Café Royal
- (0.14 km) Ham Yard Hotel
- (0.19 km) Thistle Piccadilly Hotel
- Restaurants near Piccadilly Circus:
- (0.03 km) Hard Rock Cafe London Picadilly Circus
- (0.05 km) Pizza Hut
- (0.05 km) Cicchetti
- (0.05 km) Simit Sarayi
- (0.06 km) Creams And Crumbs
- Attractions near Piccadilly Circus:
- (0.01 km) Criterion Theatre
- (0.01 km) Historic Pub Tours
- (0.01 km) Statue of Eros (Anteros)
- (0.01 km) Karl Marx The Walking Tour
- (0.02 km) Statue Of James II