Plan your visit
Welcome to the neighbourhood
Soho makes up one square mile streets, including the iconic Carnaby Street. This vibrant district has long been at the forefront of London's music and culture scene and continues to be the beating heart of London's West End.
Today the streets are packed with an eclectic mix of shopping, dining and nightlife sitting alongside creative businesses and iconic institutions. Navigate your way through Soho London and plan your visit...
Need to know
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FAQs
We've gathered the frequently asked questions and answered them - you're welcome
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Theatres
Prepare your standing ovation at curtain call for our top West End theatre shows
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Art & Culture
With creativity on every corner, explore Soho galleries and museums
How to get here
On foot
The recommended way to get to Soho and Carnaby Street and discover the best spots and hidden gems is to walk. To find out the best route for you, visit Google Maps
Soho is centrally located and is only short distances from these London hotspots:
- King’s Cross: 35-minute walk
- Buckingham Palace: 25-minute walk
- Piccadilly Circus: 10-minute walk
Carnaby Street is less than a 5 minute walk from shopping streets, Oxford Street and Regent Street.
By London Underground
The closest underground stations are Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus and Tottenham Court Road
- Oxford Circus is on the Victoria, Bakerloo & Central Line. Approximately 5 minutes by foot to Carnaby Street.
- Piccadilly Circus is on the Piccadilly & Bakerloo Line. Approximately 5 minutes by foot to Carnaby Street.
- Tottenham Court Road: Northern, Central & Elizabeth Line. Approximately 8 minutes by foot to Carnaby Street.
By rail
The nearest national rail train stations to Carnaby Street are Euston, King’s Cross St Pancras and Charing Cross.
- Euston Station: Follow signs to Euston Underground Station. Take the Victoria line, southbound, one stop, to Oxford Circus.
- King's Cross St Pancras: Follow signs to King’s Cross St Pancras Underground Station. Take the Victoria line, southbound, to Oxford Circus.
- Charing Cross: Walk to Trafalgar Square, from Bay T, take bus route 159, 13, 453, 6, 88 or 12 and alight on Regent Street.
By bike
Bicycle parking is located at the north of Carnaby Street next to Liberty Department Store. There is also a Santander Cycle Hire (London's self-service bike sharing scheme where you can hire bikes from just £2), locations in the area.
The nearest Santander Cycle Hire docking stations located to Soho and Carnaby Street are:
- Little Argyll Street, W1
- Great Marlborough Street, Soho
- Golden Square, Soho
By car
If possible, it is best to avoid driving to Soho and Carnaby Street as parking is very restricted. Carnaby Street is a pedestrianised area, so it is only possible to park in surrounding streets. If you are using GPS or Sat-Nav, please use the follow address: Carnaby St, City of Westminster, London, UK, W1F 9PS.
Visitors can find nearby parking garages including, Q-Park Soho on Poland Street and NCP London on Brewer Street.
By taxi
Hail a London Black Cab and ask the driver to take you to Soho/Carnaby Street. Note that Carnaby Street is pedestrianised after 11am.
Stay in Soho
Check in and chill out. Extend your visit with a hotel stay
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