Neighborhood guide for Prince of Wales Theatre

Where you’ll be: Leicester Square and Coventry Street

Prince of Wales Theatre sits on Coventry Street, directly by Leicester Square in central London. The immediate area is packed with cinemas, statues, and places to eat or grab a drink within a short walk of the theatre. Use this page to decide whether to arrive early for a wander around Leicester Square itself, head straight to food and drink nearby, or plan time for sightseeing before or after your performance. For detailed step‑by‑step directions, use the dedicated Prince of Wales Theatre directions guide.

Parking and driving near the theatre

Several paid car parks and on‑street options sit in the streets around Coventry Street and Leicester Square. If you decide to drive, it helps to know the names of nearby facilities so you can compare locations and pre‑plan your route. For more on driving into the West End, see the Prince of Wales Theatre parking guide.

• Q-Park Leicester SquareNamed car park close to Leicester Square, a short walk from the theatre
• QPark ChinatownNamed car park in the Chinatown area, walkable to Coventry Street
• Oxendon StreetParking located along Oxendon Street near the theatre
• Jermyn StreetParking available on or around Jermyn Street in the West End
• Warwick House StreetParking facility on or near Warwick House Street

Eating and drinking around Prince of Wales Theatre

Leicester Square and the surrounding streets give you a wide choice of pre‑ and post‑show food and drink within a couple of minutes’ walk of the theatre. You can decide between pubs, bars, cafes, and sit‑down restaurants without needing to leave the immediate area. For a deeper look at specific spots and styles, use the Prince of Wales Theatre restaurants guide.

• All Bar One, Leicester SquareBar on Leicester Square, roughly 30 m from the theatre
• Leicester Square KitchenRestaurant on Leicester Square, about 60 m away
• WhitcombsRestaurant just off Leicester Square, around 50 m from the venue
• The ImperialPub on Leicester Street, under 100 m from the theatre
• The Moon Under WaterPub on Leicester Square, around 90 m from the theatre
• Nan Hot PotChinese restaurant on Leicester Place, roughly 90 m away
• TWG TeaTea-focused cafe on Swiss Court, about 40 m from the venue
• Horizons Casino RestaurantRestaurant on Leicester Square, around 90 m from the theatre

Things to see within a short walk

If you arrive early, the immediate neighborhood has a cluster of film‑themed statues, memorials, and public art around Leicester Square, plus the nearby Chinatown Gate. You can easily fill a bit of time before doors open by walking the square and its surrounding streets. For more ideas, see the Prince of Wales Theatre nearby attractions guide.

• Leicester SquareCentral square with green space and multiple statues, about 40 m from the theatre
• Shakespeare statueSculpture in Leicester Square, roughly 40 m away
• Film character statues (Harry Potter, Mary Poppins, Batman and others)Group of statues around Leicester Square, within about 30–90 m
• Swiss Glockenspiel, Swiss CourtClock and artwork on Swiss Court, around 50 m from the venue
• Chinatown Gate, Wardour StreetDecorative gate marking the entrance to Chinatown, roughly 120 m away

Hotels within walking distance

If you are staying overnight in London, several named hotels are located in the streets around Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus, putting you within walking distance of Prince of Wales Theatre. To compare walking routes and pick the right base, use the Prince of Wales Theatre places to stay guide.

• Thistle Piccadilly HotelHotel in the Piccadilly area of London, walkable to the theatre
• The LondonerHotel in the Leicester Square area of London
• Hotel IndigoHotel in central London near the West End
• Radisson Edwardian Hampshire HotelHotel in London close to Leicester Square
• W LondonHotel in London’s West End district
• Premier InnChain hotel with a location in central London near the theatre

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there anything to do near Prince of Wales Theatre if I arrive early?

Yes. The theatre sits by Leicester Square, where you will find a cluster of statues, memorials, and public art including Shakespeare and a series of film character sculptures such as Harry Potter and Mary Poppins, plus the Swiss Glockenspiel and the Chinatown Gate a short walk away. These are all within roughly 50–120 metres of the venue, so you can explore the square and nearby streets without straying far from the theatre.

Are there restaurants close to Prince of Wales Theatre for pre‑show food?

There are many places to eat within about 100 metres of the theatre. Nearby options include All Bar One and Leicester Square Kitchen on Leicester Square, Whitcombs just off the square, The Imperial and The Moon Under Water pubs, Nan Hot Pot on Leicester Place, TWG Tea on Swiss Court, and Horizons Casino Restaurant on Leicester Square. For more detail and additional choices, check the Prince of Wales Theatre restaurants guide.

Can I park within walking distance of Prince of Wales Theatre?

There are several parking facilities in the surrounding West End streets. Named options include Q-Park Leicester Square and QPark Chinatown, along with parking on or near Oxendon Street, Jermyn Street, Warwick House Street, and other nearby locations. Because prices, opening times, and availability can change, you will need to confirm current details directly with your chosen car park or through the Prince of Wales Theatre parking guide.

Is the theatre close to Chinatown and Leicester Square?

Prince of Wales Theatre is located by Leicester Square, with the square itself around 40 metres away and the Chinatown Gate on Wardour Street roughly 120 metres from the venue. That makes it easy to combine your visit with a short walk through Leicester Square and the edge of Chinatown before or after the show.

Are there hotels I can walk to after a show at Prince of Wales Theatre?

Yes. Hotels such as Thistle Piccadilly Hotel, The Londoner, Hotel Indigo, Radisson Edwardian Hampshire Hotel, W London, and a Premier Inn are all listed in the surrounding central London area. To compare which one best fits your plans and walking route, use the Prince of Wales Theatre places to stay guide.