Covent Garden
Ultimate Guide to Covent Garden
There’s something for everyone in London’s Covent Garden, whether you’re looking to shop, see a show or just stroll around a stunning part of London! Have a look at Footprints guide of the best things to do in Covent Garden…
Covent Garden Apple Market
Top of our list of the best things to do in Covent Garden is the famous Covent Garden Apple Market. Set in a glorious indoor market space, the market has something for everyone. It has stalls selling upmarket gelato, coffee, flowers, fruits and vegetables, jewellery, crafts and gifts. We recommend checking the market out around Christmas to really get a real festive vibe. If you’re feeling extra naughty then grab a hot chocolate made from melted chocolate and enjoy the music from the local buskers who gather around the market!
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Sun 12:00 – 18:00, Mon – Fri 10:00 – 20:00, Sat 09:00 – 20:00
Getting Here By Tube
Covent Garden (Piccadilly Line)
Getting Here By Bus
14, 19, 38
Getting Here By Car
Q Park Covent Garden (020 8068 8628), 34-35 Bedfordbury, London WC2N 4DU
Royal Opera House
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Opera House
Next on our list of the best things to do in Covent Garden is the Royal Opera House. Built in 1732, this well-known theater is the home to the Royal Ballet and Royal Opera, which regularly features world famous stars and performances throughout the year. It’s one of the most beautiful buildings in London, with a world renowned restaurant serving high quality fare.
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See website for show times
Getting Here By Tube
Covent Garden Station
Getting Here By Bus
14, 19, 38
Getting Here By Car
Q Park Covent Garden (020 8068 8628), 34-35 Bedfordbury, London WC2N 4DU
Neal’s Yard
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Seven Dials, Covent Garden, London, London WC2H, England
Gorgeous Courtyard
Next on our list of the best things to do in Covent Garden is Neal’s Yard. Once home to the Monty Python Headquarters, Neal’s yard is a stunning courtyard with gorgeous cafes and restaurants, perfect on a sunny day. It’s also perfect for your Instagram page, with vibrant colours and quirky features! We recommend grabbing an amazing slice of pizza at homeslice and then getting a coffee at St John Cafe. Delicious!
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24hours
Getting Here By Tube
Covent Garden Station
Getting Here By Bus
14, 19, 38
Getting Here By Car
Q Park Covent Garden (020 8068 8628), 34-35 Bedfordbury, London WC2N 4DU
Kanada-Ya
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64 St. Giles High Street, London WC2H 8LE, England
Delicious Ramen
Last but not least on our list of the best things to do in Covent Garden in Kanada-Ya Ramen Bar. If you’ve never tried ramen – a thick japanese soup with noodles and toppings – then this is definitely the place to go. Those in the know say this is the best ramen in London. Definitely worth a visit!
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Mon-Sun 11am-9pm
Getting Here By Tube
Covent Garden (Picadilly Line)
Getting Here By Bus
14, 19, 38
Getting Here By Car
Q Park Covent Garden (020 8068 8628), 34-35 Bedfordbury, London WC2N 4DU
London Transport Museum
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Covent Garden Piazza, 39 Wellington Street, London, WC2E 7BB.
Delicious Ramen
Last but not least on our list of the best things to do in Covent Garden is The London Transport Museum. Home to all things transport, set in the heart of Covent Garden. A spectacular collection of Vintage red buses, early tube trains, underground posters and transport signs. Apparently we’ve been doing the same miserable commute since 1860! Absolutely fascinating and gives you a real sense of how London evolved over the years.
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Opening Hours: 10am-6pm
Getting Here By Tube
Covent Garden (Picadilly Line)
Getting Here By Bus
14, 19, 38
Getting Here By Car
Q Park Covent Garden (020 8068 8628), 34-35 Bedfordbury, London WC2N 4DU
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