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The first historical record of Covent Garden dates back to 1200, when it consisted of fields. Owned by Westminster Abbey, the land where the Market Building and the Piazza now stand was referred to as ‘the garden of the Abbey and Convent’, hence its name.
Covent Garden is one of London’s most-loved neighbourhoods, located in the heart of the West End. Across 17 streets and one historic Piazza, discover the very best of London’s dining scene and extraordinary shopping and lifestyle experiences, with something new to enjoy every time you visit.
Discover the best Things To Do in Central London at Covent Garden. Explore top attractions, shopping, dining & exclusive pop-ups in the heart of London here. Cancel
Map of Covent Garden. Plan your visit ahead of arriving or explore our neighbourhood on the ground. Make the most of our interactive digital map to uncover the locations of your favourites brands and discover new stores and restaurants to add to your must-visit list.
Discover Covent Garden’s rich heritage through the centuries, from orchard garden of Westminster Abbey to London’s first residential square to London’s wholesale fruit and vegetable market.
Inspired by a traditional Christmas, Covent Garden’s world-famous festive installation with over 40 gigantic bells with bows, 12 giant baubles and 8 spinning mirror balls, all displayed in our iconic Market Building will return for thousands to enjoy over November and December this year.
Home to some of London’s most loved eateries, from fine dining to grab and go bites, Covent Garden is a foodie’s paradise. With something to suit all tastes and budgets, you can discover world-class dining in London’s West End, with the likes The Petersham and La Goccia.
Covent Garden is on the Piccadilly Line. Covent Garden's tube station is a very short walk from the Market Building at the end of James Street. Covent Garden underground station only has lifts up from the platforms so it can be slow-going at busy times.
Covent Garden is one of London’s most-loved neighbourhoods, located in the heart of the West End. From the charm of Seven Dials and Neal's Yard to the iconic Market Building and Piazza, our world-famous shopping, dining and experience destination is home to your favourite global and independent brands.
All You Need To Know About Visiting Covent Garden. Across 17 streets and one historic Piazza, discover the very best of London. → Discover the Neighbourhood. Covent Garden is in the heart of the West End, easily reached via tube, train, cycle, on foot, boat & taxi. → Getting to Covent Garden.
