Covent Garden Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

London which includes markets, heritage elements and signage
St. Paul\'s Church featuring a garden as well as an individual male
Royal Opera House featuring modern architecture and interior views
Royal Opera House featuring street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people
Covent Garden Market showing street scenes as well as a small group of people
Lose yourself in the maze of boutiques and bars or pull up a chair and watch the numerous street performers work their magic in this entertaining district.

This cosmopolitan district started life as the commercial centrepiece of the west end. Once a bustling fruit market way back in the 17th Century, Covent Garden is now a thriving area of London, full of life and soul. The energy of this place is palpable. From escapologists to mime artists, visitors will enjoy the entertainment on offer in “The Garden”.

Covent Garden had plenty going on for the food enthusiasts and anyone wanting to soak up the authentic café culture. From Belgian chocolates to French pastries to Spanish paella, this bubbly district oozes flavour and panache. Sample the succulent sticky Thai rice or the delicious North African curries for a more adventurous taste. The main square is lined with historic bars and pubs, offering visitors a wide variety of European speciality ales and drinks.

Aside from the bars and chic restaurants, Covent Garden has its own unique character. The Seven Dials area has quirky cafés and a relaxed atmosphere. For a more upbeat experience, Long Acre offers a whole host of shops ranging from the local boutiques to well-known favourites.

If you are looking for refreshment, head to Monmouth Street, with its quaint cafés serving up traditional English teas and delicious sweet pastries. Just around the corner you’ll come across Neal’s Yard, with its independent clothing outfitters and trendy shops.

Located near the West End, Covent Garden is easily accessible by subway, with its own Underground station of the same name.


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Our pick of the best Covent Garden Hotel Deals

The Z Hotel Holborn
The Z Hotel Holborn
3 out of 5
75 Kingsway, London, England
The price is AU$165 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The British Museum and Leicester Square ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (77 reviews)
"Room needed more places to raise luggage off floor and hang towels. Though beautiful and comfortable the design was far too spartan"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2025

The Z Hotel Holborn
Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
5 out of 5
66 Great Queen St, Covent Garden, London, England
The price is AU$546 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$546
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,256 reviews)
Good hotel
"Nice hotel with a super friendly staff. Quick check in and the receptionist came with me to the room to show me the amenities. Room size is ok but my room 202 has no view…A wall view. Soft drinks, milk, water and biscuits in the room are all free. The location is very good near most of the theatres…Many ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Middle Eight - Covent Garden - Preferred Hotels and Resorts
The Z Hotel Strand
The Z Hotel Strand
3 out of 5
Heathcock Court, 415 Strand, London, England
The price is AU$155 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"Very nice staff"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

The Z Hotel Strand
The Z Hotel Covent Garden
The Z Hotel Covent Garden
3 out of 5
31-33 Bedford Street, London, England
The price is AU$258 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$258
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
"Z Hotel FAR surpassed my expectations for the price I paid! The location was fabulous and felt very safe. The room was clean and comfortable - with the plumpest pillows. I wasn't expecting any "extras" but had toiletries, hairdryer and (good quality!) coffee and tea. The air conditioning worked - ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025

The Z Hotel Covent Garden
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is AU$426 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$426
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,294 reviews)
"Great location, high quality hotel, excellent service"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
The Tower Hotel, London
The Tower Hotel, London
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is AU$270 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$270
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,132 reviews)
"Great location, upgrade to bridge view was worth it! Was able get every where we wanted by foot, tube or Uber boat. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2025

The Tower Hotel, London
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Covent Garden

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London City Centre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre
Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Bloomsbury showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Bloomsbury

4.5/5(209 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bloomsbury. Check out top attractions like The British Museum and Oxford Street, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

Bloomsbury
Mayfair

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.

Mayfair
West End showing heritage architecture, street scenes and night scenes

West End

Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

West End


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