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Covent Garden

Visit Covent Garden in London’s West End

Covent Garden has a long and interesting past. It once belonged to Westminster Abbey. It was the 4^th Earl of Bedford that redeveloped what was then the Covent Garden Market in 1630. Once the largest market for fruit and vegetables in Britain, it occupied several of the buildings and covered the entire square. Today it would be difficult for a time traveler to recognize it as there has been a myriad of changes.

Sights to See in Covent Garden

Tourists to the area can visit such attractions as a backstage tour of the Royal Opera House. You will get a peek at the busiest ballet and opera theatre worldwide. You will learn about recent developments as well as the history of the building. Take the kids to London’s Transport Museum. You can explore the tubes, trams, buses and two hundred years of social and transport history of London.

The National Museum of the Performing Arts is smack dab in the middle of London’s Theatreland. It contains the most important and largest collections associated to the stage of the United Kingdom. Visitors may also want to check out Sir John Soane’s Museum, Photographer’s Gallery and St. Paul’s Church.

The National Gallery is a highlight of Covent Gardens with its more than 2200 painting ranging from 13^th Century artists to painting of the 20^th Century artist Picasso. Somerset House is a masterpiece of architecture that is opened fully to the public. A visit to the National Portrait Gallery gives guests a glimpse of some of the most famous people in British history including such luminaries as astronomers, explorers, artists, sportsmen, British royalty, poets and actresses.

Sizzle After Dark

An eclectic mix of clubs and pubs that caters to every taste is what you will find when you are in Covent Gardens. Huge bars filled with glamour and history, supper clubs and restaurants are all waiting for visitors to go out for a night on the town. If you are in the mood for live music you can find it and if you are looking for a private corner to kiss and canoodle you can find a place for that too.

Covent Garden is located in the West End considered to be the “heart of Theatreland.” Here is where you can see a variety of world famous shows at any of the many theatres. See such shows as Dirty Dancing, Buddy, Billy Elliot and Flamenco Flamen’ka at theatres that include Victoria Palace Theatre, Aldwych Theatre, the Lyric Theatre and the Savoy.

So Much to Do so Little Time

Shopping, dining, people watching, culture, arts and so much more await visitors to Covent Gardens. There are also a variety of accommodation options so that you have even more time to explore all there is to see and do in Covent Gardens in London’s West End. No matter where your interests lie, you will find the perfect entertainment to suit your mood and budget. Check the website http://www.covent-garden.co.uk/ and come to Covent Garden and become part of the excitement.