Leicester Square
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:38
Welcome to Leicester Square, the vibrant beating heart of London's West End and a global icon of entertainment and culture. This pedestrianized square has been a focal point for social life since the 17th century, when it was…
Listen in the app2The Central Gardens and the Shakespeare Fountain1:41
At the very center of the square lies a peaceful oasis: the Leicester Square Gardens. These gardens were originally part of the private grounds of Leicester House, built in 1635, and were only opened to the public in the late…
Listen in the app3The Temples of Film: Odeon and the Red Carpet1:34
Leicester Square is synonymous with the magic of the silver screen. Dominating the eastern side of the square is the Odeon Leicester Square, a monumental black granite Art Deco structure opened in 1937. …
Listen in the app4A Shopper's Paradise: M&M's World and The Lego Store1:34
In recent years, Leicester Square has evolved into a major destination for experiential retail. On the northern side, you will find the towering presence of M&M's World, the largest candy store in the world, spanning four floors…
Listen in the app5The TKTS Booth and the Theater District1:20
On the southern edge of the square sits the iconic TKTS booth, an essential stop for any theater lover in London. This booth, operated by the Society of London Theatre, offers discounted tickets for West End shows on the day of…
Listen in the app6The Gateway to Chinatown and International Flavors1:24
Just a 'stone's throw' from the northern edge of Leicester Square lies the vibrant district of Chinatown. As you move from the square's cinematic hub, the atmosphere shifts dramatically. …
Listen in the app7Winter Wonderland and Seasonal Festivities1:20
During the festive season, Leicester Square undergoes a magical transformation into a 'Winter Wonderland.' The central gardens are adorned with thousands of sparkling Christmas lights, and a traditional Christmas market takes…
Listen in the app8Leicester Square1:16
As our journey through Leicester Square comes to an end, we reflect on its remarkable evolution from a quiet residential garden to the global epicenter of entertainment. We have explored the historic central gardens, stood in the…
Listen in the app9Closing1:16
As our journey through Leicester Square comes to an end, we reflect on its remarkable evolution from a quiet residential garden to the global epicenter of entertainment. We have explored the historic central gardens, stood in the…
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What is Leicester Square?
Leicester Square is a place in 시티오브웨스트민스터 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 시티오브웨스트민스터 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 13 min 03 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.5103, -0.1303 |
| Last updated |
