Glitz and glamour in London start and end with the West End. It is the heart beat of London. The place overflows with style and sophistication. If you are visiting London, this should be the first place on your check list or better yet, live there by booking a hotel in London West end. The place has everything; from nightclubs and shopping to theaters, landmarks, and some of the most exclusive restaurants. If you love to party, why not party with the air-kissing celebrities? Those who live in London and those who are new to the city just love that part of the city.
Hotels in London West End is mostly within the city of Westminster and like the name suggests, it is located in the city of London. It used to be the city center in ancient Roman times and even during the middle-ages. It was a residential area for the rich. The area was majorly developed during the 17th, 18th and the 19th centuries.
Leicester Square
In the middle of the square is a small park which has the Shakespeare fountain and statue. And the four corner gates have busts of Sir Isaac Newton, Sir Joshua Reynolds, John Hunter, and William Hogarth, and a recently added statue of film star Charlie Chaplin.
If entertainment is what you are looking for, then this is the place for you to be. This London square is home to some of the most expensive cinemas that feature British film premieres. At night, the place is packed with tourists and locals alike.
The Square is home to several nightclubs, making it often very busy, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings
Theaterland
West End theaters are some of the largest theaters of London. It has almost forty venues. They stage musicals, classic or middle-brow plays and comedy performances. Like New York’s Broadway Theater, Theaterland is regarded as one of the highest of commercial theatres of the English-speaking world. The Leicester Square is home to Tkts where the tickets for the theater can be available for half price. You can even take a walking tour through the history of the Theaterland.
Regent Street
If you love the champagne and cocktail drinking, diamond wearing lifestyle, and enjoy all those other finer things in life, you’re going to love shopping on the Regent street.
Oxford Circus
Oxford street and Oxford circus are London’s leading luxury shopping destinations. It is Europe’s largest shopping street. Best for those who would love to enjoy a little retail therapy.
Others
There are so many reasons to stay at one of the hotels in London West End and several more why you shouldn’t skip this place on your visit. Other than the above mentioned sites, you should see the Horses of Helios on the corner of Haymarket in Piccadilly which is famous for its iconic neon displays.
And if you get the chance, celebrate the Chinese New year at the West End. Market Place offers visitors a relaxing shopping and dining experience. It’s the world’s top cultural, entertainment, shopping and dining hub.
