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Leicester Square

Pedestrianised entertainment hub with cinemas, theatres, and a central park.

Strand, St James & Mayfair
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About

Leicester Square is a pedestrianised square in London's West End and centre of the entertainment district. Built in 1670, it hosts major cinemas including Odeon Luxe and Empire Leicester Square, used for film premieres. The square has a central park with statues, a fountain of William Shakespeare, and hosts events including Chinese New Year celebrations.

Things to do here

Attend film premieres at major cinemasVisit cult film screenings at the Prince Charles CinemaSee statues and Shakespeare fountain in the central parkAttend Chinese New Year events

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Getting there

Stations
Leicester Square · 2 min walk
NorthernPiccadilly
Piccadilly Circus · 3 min walk
BakerlooPiccadilly
Charing Cross · 5 min walk
BakerlooNorthern
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