Soho
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Neighborhood: Soho
The go-to district for a good time in London, Soho hosts a wealth of world-class theatres and a compelling lineup of cafes, restaurants, pubs, bars, and clubs. At Soho's core is London's original Red Light District and the epicenter of the LGBT scene – and thus the city's hottest nightlife. For shopping enthusiasts, Soho is not only the home of London's greatest concentration of boutique shops, but also the most strategic place to set off on a tour of the world's most celebrated department stores. In the southern part of the neighborhood lies Chinatown, with its multitude of delicious and affordable restaurants. Closer to the Thames, Chinatown's narrow and teeming lantern-lit lanes spill onto the expansive hub of glitzy Leicester Square.
How to get there
- Oxford Circus • 6 min walk
- Piccadilly Circus • 6 min walk
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The Oracle
London, UK22 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Soho
London
Soho at Night
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Soho is a neighbourhood of a few hundred square yards in the Centre of London in the United Kingdom. In the sixties and seventies it played host to many strip clubs, illegal drinking bars and late night gambling dens.
To the north of Soho is Oxford Street the busiest shopping street in London. To the South is China Town and Trafalgar Square.
Soho is now a very trendy area full of restaurants, lively bars, clubs, and galeries and a centre for film editing and CGI.
If you are visiting London Soho at night can be very exciting and enjoyable.
Nearest underground stations are Oxford Circus, Piccadilly or Leicester Square.
London
Soho at Night
738962222
Soho is a neighbourhood of a few hundred square yards in the Centre of London in the United Kingdom. In the sixties and seventies it played host to many strip clubs, illegal drinking bars and late night gambling dens.
To the north of Soho is Oxford Street the busiest shopping street in London. To the South is China Town and Trafalgar Square.
Soho is now a very trendy area full of restaurants, lively bars, clubs, and galeries and a centre for film editing and CGI.
If you are visiting London Soho at night can be very exciting and enjoyable.
Nearest underground stations are Oxford Circus, Piccadilly or Leicester Square.
Written January 14, 2020
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PATO-BETO
San Martin, Argentina19,912 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Soho is the most popular neighborhood in the city. We walked around the entire area in the morning with my husband and found many attractions. Carnaby is the most famous street. There are several performance halls, a variety of bars and restaurants, surely you are not going to leave London without visiting this place. Nearby is Picadilly Circus, Oxford Street and also China Town, so the entire tour can be done all in one day.
Written December 9, 2023
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teejayy_xx
Sydney, Australia551 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Soho is located nearby Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street and Chinatown. You can easily get to Soho by one of the many underground stations. Soho has a quirky and cool vibe with many restaurants, pubs, nightclubs and theatres located here. Soho has a different feel at night when it is lit up and is cranking with people compared to during the day. There are so many places to choose from to eat in Soho.
Written October 4, 2021
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Stanley S
Winter Garden, FL583 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
It has grown now to a size where it is hard to discern where Soho stops and Covent Garden begins. You can probably tell by the number of tourists (many more in Covent) or daytrippers. It also is bordering on Piccadilly which is junk food and junk shops. So many restaurants here and as I stated in my review from 2019, it bears no resemblance to my Soho (Manhattan). It is a nice stroll as the restaurant and shop offerings are intriguing. We found most of our meals in this area both last visit and this. There are so many small and niche' restaurants in the area that it is easy to find something for everyone. It is busy but not nearly as crowded and obtrusive as Covent. It is easy to get turned around here so make sure your phone has GPS on or directions so you can mange the area;otherwise you could be wandering for hours. Maybe that isn't a bad thing.
Written May 18, 2023
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Jul 2024 • Family
Our Soho tour was so informative and our guide Andrew covered a huge variety of information about buildings, hospitals, markets, clubs and various past and current celebrities. There were many things we discovered about the area that we didn't know about, especially the many explanations for the pub names; some of which we could only guess, the boundary markers and more! Andrew was very easy to talk to and we wouldn't hesitate to book another tour with this company. Many thanks.
Written August 2, 2024
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MichaelMc777
Sunnyvale, CA5,186 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
The Soho district is wonderful. It is filled with eclectic and delicious restaurants! The streets are picturesque and are filled with lovely small shops. It is a lively area and also has a bit of entertainment and nightlife. The prices are also more reasonable in this area.
I stayed here for ten nights in May. It always felt safe - day and night. I can recommend the Z Hotel on Polock for one person - good value, clean, very small, modern, quiet, and perfect location. It is the best central location for exploring London. I walked almost everywhere from this starting point.
Great to visit - a must.
I stayed here for ten nights in May. It always felt safe - day and night. I can recommend the Z Hotel on Polock for one person - good value, clean, very small, modern, quiet, and perfect location. It is the best central location for exploring London. I walked almost everywhere from this starting point.
Great to visit - a must.
Written July 20, 2023
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Daniel Eric Matthews
London, UK106 contributions
Mar 2022
You'd think it would be easy to write a review about a place like this, but I come here almost everyday. What can I say that hasn't already been said and the fact that I find something new every time as well. Such a fantastic part London, filled with everything, cafes, bars, restaurants, clubs, shops. Amazing music venues and so much to see. This is such a unique and brilliant part of London. I find myself in and around Soho with work, meetings, events, meals out and sometimes just passing through on my way home. It's an incredible place.
Written March 13, 2022
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Alfredo R
Olhao, Portugal164 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
Soho is one of these places that has something for everyone, every taste. From bars to restaurants to big clubs or shops, or just musical theatres and nice venues to walk around.
The nightlife is stunning (and expensive) but worth to go. What happens in Soho, stays in Soho ;)
The nightlife is stunning (and expensive) but worth to go. What happens in Soho, stays in Soho ;)
Written March 10, 2022
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lorneg459
Calgary, Canada33 contributions
Feb 2020
Very busy part of London. TONS of shops and places to eat. At night it reminded me of Vegas (crowded without the lights). Great old theatres. For such a busy tourist area I felt very safe.
Written March 6, 2020
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Nasreen O
Johannesburg, South Africa9 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
I Entered the spa and was assisted by grumpy Noxi. I requested Prudence for a classic manicure. She was ready to book me in. Prudence just started a client now at 11:30 am. Noxi said she will be finished in 45 minutes. I said that was fine and will return by 12:00. She refused and said that I had to sit inside Soho. I have to waste 45 minutes of my time - time is money! Then I was seated and said to move REGULAR CLIENT- really is this the service Soho gives.
Written July 30, 2023
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Breakfast in Soho? Where?
Written December 1, 2023
Going to be staying near Piccadilly on a Monday night and fancied food/drinks in Soho - any recommendations ?
Written February 2, 2022
Can anyone recommend some nice bars that are open & serve alcohol at lunchtime on a Saturday please?
Written March 30, 2019
90 Berwick Street Duck and Rice serves Chinese and has a microbrewery. Not strictly in Soho but very close is Ye Grapes in Shephards Market one of my favourites lots of other pubs close by
Written March 30, 2019
My roommate from college (now in our 40's) and I are looking to spend 2 days in London. We have both traveled abroad before but never to London. Recommendations on where to eat, stay, do, ways to get around, are all appreciated. Just realizing that London is twice the size on NYC........WOW.
Written January 4, 2019
Two great places to eat are Duck N Rice in SoHo and Khans of Kensington for Indian . Both will be less than 50 USD a head including drinks. I agree on the tip on the Oyster card to travel around . If you can afford it stay in Zone 1 on the tube basically the West End Somewhere . Lots of Marriotts , Hilton’s etc along Gloucester Road easy hop to most places. One final place you might try is a cocktail bar called Evans&Peel Detective agency but don’t tell your friend wife whatever where you are going. The bus tours are good for the very limited time you have
Written January 5, 2019
I don't think there are any shops that sell dates, the dried fruit you are talking about I guess?!
I would suggest finding a Holland and Barrett health food store or large supermarket.
Written March 26, 2018
Hanan A
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Did u tell me about turkey restaurants in soho please 😍😍
Written December 20, 2017
Yes189852xyzaswquilk
Stockholm, Sweden
11 contributions
Try Sarasto close to Covent Garden. Nice interior...
Written December 20, 2017
I would like to know if anyone knows of any male strip clubs open for ladies on a week day in London?
Written November 22, 2016
Should be, Google yourself or email me and will do a brief research for you.
Written December 4, 2016
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