In collaboration with Hotels.com, I have prepared a London neighbourhood guide, focusing on Covent Garden this time.
Covent Garden is located in West London and is known for the market piazza, theatre and entertainment area. Tourists and locals are hanging out around during the day time and nighttime to enjoy what the London centre can offer. Home to many fashion stores, boutiques, Apple Market, Royal Opera House and museums. The Covent Garden district is divided by the main Long Acre street, Neal’s Yard and Seven Dials and the Piazza itself. Did you know that Covent Garden is the only district in London to have a license for street performers and entertainers? Hence that’s why you will see many usual and unusual performers around here.
How to get here?
The Covent Garden is served by the Picadilly line. Moreover, if you are around Charring cross or Leicester, is it about 10 minute walk to get to Covent Garden? In fact, the shortest tube journey is from Leicester Square to Covent Garden. Taking an account the time getting into the tube and up, it may be even faster to take a walk. Alternatively, Covent Garden is surrounded by numerous buses.
What to do and see?
1. Covent Garden Market and Apple MarketOnce home to the world-famous fruit and vegetable market, Covent Garden continues the vision by offering the audience with unique handmade crafts, independent and franchise shops, pop-ups and more. 2. Neal’s YardColourful hideaway from busy streets. Neal’s Yard is known for bold-coloured houses, Neal’s Yard Remedies and a cute courtyard for dining and drinks. 
3. St. Paul’s churchParish church located just on Covent Garden piazza is designed in 1631 by Inigo Jones. The church got the nickname “the actor’s church” by a long association with a theatre community.4. Freemason’s hallFreemason’s hall is the headquarters of the United Grand Lodge of England and the Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of England, up until now it has preserved classic Art Deco style. Parts of the building are now open to the public and events. 
5. Royal Opera HouseA major opera house showcasing majestic performing arts is a home for The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet. 6. London Transport MuseumExplore the London Transport Museum for the transport heritage of Britain’s capital. The museum covers all kinds of London Transport, including Transport for London (TfL) which was established in 200. This museum is a parent institution, they have another branch in Acton. 
7. Watch theatre playsWithin easy walkable distance from Covent Garden, you’ll find yourself surrounded by many theatres where they play worldwide known plays to smaller ones. This area is a huge theatre and entertainment district. To fully experience London, you should get to see a play! The best way to get the best deals, check numerous sites for comparisons, such as Ticket Master, Time Out or its official websites. 8. The Neal’s Yard Water ClockJust around the corner of Neal’s Yard, look up and don’t miss the water clock. Running hour by hour, as the water rose in a tank, the green man will water the flowers, making them rise. And occasionally, drop the water down for passengers passing by. 
9. The secret comedy clubLooking for more things to do? How about spending a night laughing out at a secret comedy club? Every evening there is someone showcasing, so book your seats early, because tickets are for free. 10. London film museumHidden away from the piazza, but not far away, there is a London film museum. Opened in 2008, but moved to the Covent Graden location in 2012, the museum is dedicated to the British film industry.
Where to shop?
Covent Garden is a hotspot for shopping unique, mid-range or luxury products, ranging from fashion, beauty, lifestyle, stationery or gifts. Don’t limit yourself to walking around the main streets, only, try to turn to side streets, as on every corner there is a unique something to explore! 1. St. Martin’s Courtyard2. Long Acre3. Covent Garden Piazza4. Seven Dials5. Bluebird concept store 6. The florist at Petersham nurseries7. Benjamin pollock’s toyshop8. Galeria Melisa9. Whittard tea shop and cafe10. kikki.k 
Shop my favourites from Covent Garden
Where to go for a drink and eat?
1. Abuelo coffee shopA small cozy coffee shop for a quick break. 2. Le Garrick restaurantClassic French restaurant. 3. Laduree 4. Pierre Herme 5. Canela cafe Portuguese cafe bar for speciality cheese, dining and wine. 
6. Royal opera house rooftop cafe 7. AvobarNewly opened all-avo casual dining, perfect for breakfast and brunches. 8. Champagne + framageLove wine and cheese? 9. FarmstandHealthy, fast dining spot. 10. By ChloePlant-based fast-food eatery from US. 
11. Abeno TooJapanese cuisine restaurant. 12. La gocciaBar and a restaurant located in Petersham Nurseries, specialised in Italian cuisine.13. L’Atelier De Joel Robuchon3 floor luxury French restaurant with a terrace. 14. Bathazar boulangerieArtisan modern European brasserie. 15. Shake shackAmerican fast-casual burger place.
Where to stay?
Whether you are looking for an old-school English hotel, a modern place or an aparthotel, check hotels near Covent Garden for a central and pleasant stay, easily walkable to anywhere. Within short walking distance from Covent Garden, you can get to Leicester Square, Picadilly Circus, Trafalgar or Oxford Street. 
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* The spending money was gifted by Hotels.com, but all views are my own
