- The closest bus station is Leicester Square Station, but Chinatown and Trafalgar Square Stations are also within a five-minute walk away.
- Named for the 2nd Earl of Leicester, London’s Leicester Square is at the heart of the city’s prime entertainment district.
- From world-class cinemas and theatres to delicious dining options and street performers, Leicester Square has something for everyone.
- The Leicester Square became a popular entertainment district in the 19th century, and it is now home to a number of nightclubs, bars, and restaurants.
- Leicester Square is footsteps away from some of London’s most iconic attractions, including Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and theaters.
- Its benches are packed with tourists who are taking a break from exploring London’s West End. Leicester Square hosts the majority of British movie premieres.
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- Whether you want to embrace the buzz of London's iconic square or enjoy a relaxing meal, Leicester Square offers an abundance of restaurants and bars.
- Leicester Square has a rich history dating back to 1670 when it was originally laid out as a residential area named after Robert Sidney, 2nd Earl of Leicester.
- Leicester square got its name in 1630s after the Earl of Leicester who lived and owned a house (Leicester house) in the Northern part of the Square.