Soho Travel Guide

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Enjoy the dynamism amid the sex shops, the bright lights of the gay-friendly village and the glimmer of red carpet premieres.

With its rows of bars, historic music venues and large Chinatown zone, Soho is a trendy and jazzy neighborhood in the heart of London. This dynamic district has park-filled plazas, raucous alleys and electrifying entertainment complexes. Spend an evening in this busy and eclectic region to glimpse London’s risqué nightlife.

Relax in the grassy park at the heart of Leicester Square, which serves as a large base for the surrounding entertainment. See one of the city’s red carpet movie premieres, visit the Hippodrome Casino and stay at a luxury hotel on the square. Highlights for families include Ripley’s Believe it or Not! London and M&M’s® World London.

Walk north from Leicester Square for one block to reach the Chinatown part of Soho. Gaze up at the red lanterns, Chinese symbols and dragon sculptures among the pagodas and Chinese restaurants. Chinese New Year celebrations and other festivities take place here year-round.

Stroll along the lively alleys filled with gay bars and sex shops for a glimpse into the city’s risqué side. Burlesque shows, casinos and strip bars are common here. For a change of pace, go shopping in the famed commercial area of Oxford Circus and relax in the spacious Trafalgar Square near Charing Cross.

Make your way east to the northern bank of the River Thames, where you’ll find the Inner Temple and the Middle Temple. These impressive buildings in courtyards are professional bodies for lawyers and judges. Walk north for a few minutes to see the St. Dunstan-in-the-West church and the Temple Church.

Soho is a little northwest of the bend in the River Thames in northwestern London. Ride the London Underground to Leicester Square, Oxford Circus or Charing Cross and get around by bus or on foot. Visit nearby areas, such as Mayfair, Marylebone and Fitzrovia.

Come to this entertainment hub to see the city’s racy and trendy residents and visitors gather and have fun.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Soho

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is ₹10,849 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹10,849
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,369 reviews)
"best place ever. I went with my mom (who is on the more difficult side to please) and she loved our stay there. It was so clean. The hotel had a very calm vibe. Check in and check out was seamless. (Please note that it’s 50 pound to check in a couple hours early. If you want to drop off your bags ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The Resident Soho
The Resident Soho
4 out of 5
10 Carlisle Street, London, England
The price is ₹23,183 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
₹23,183
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Location is really central, plenty of amenities and transportation close by. The room itself was very clean and quiet but the only thing I didn’t like was the pillows. They were way too soft."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

The Resident Soho
The Tower Hotel, London
The Tower Hotel, London
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is ₹14,953 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹14,953
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,812 reviews)
"Excellent for location, service, clearance, coffee & tea&milk, drinking water supply."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

The Tower Hotel, London
President Hotel
President Hotel
3.5 out of 5
56-60 Guildford Street, London, England
The price is ₹14,994 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹14,994
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,469 reviews)
"Rooms as per the pictures on website. Nice and fresh and clean."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

President Hotel
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is ₹22,844 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹22,844
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,807 reviews)
"I was walking distance to many of the tourist sites in London and walking distance to two tudbe lines."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London
Corus Hyde Park Hotel
Corus Hyde Park Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Lancaster Gate, 1-7, London, England
The price is ₹13,142 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹13,142
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,862 reviews)
"Wonderful location. Not far from two Tube stations and the tourist buses. Also, Hyde Park was absolutely beautiful. Hotel was clean, quiet, and had a really nice buffet breakfast."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Corus Hyde Park Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Soho

Carnaby Street which includes a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(21 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
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
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
Bloomsbury showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Bloomsbury

4/5(1,172 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 Russell Square, 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 Berkeley Square.

Mayfair
Marylebone showing autumn leaves and street scenes

Marylebone

4/5(36 area reviews)

Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.

Marylebone


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