Leicester Square
West End hub
Leicester Square is a pedestrian plaza in London's West End, surrounded by cinemas, theaters, restaurants, and tourist attractions.
It serves as a major entertainment hub and gathering spot, known for hosting film premieres: We caught a movie in Leicester Square.
The name is pronounced "Lester."
- pedestrianizationRemoving vehicles from streets
- tourist attractionsPopular visitor destinations
- West EndLondon theatre district
- film festivalsOrganized movie screening events
- street performersArtists entertaining passersby outdoors
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