Lyceum Theatre Tours
The Lyceum Theatre has been around since the 18th century, though the present venue was completed in 1904. Bram Stoker was inspired to write Dracula while working at the theater under Sir Henry Irving in 1897. Since then, many other top performers have trodden the boards, including Sir John Gielgud, Prince, and the cast of The Lion King.
The Basics
Keen-eyed fans of The Crown may recognize the theater from the Netflix series. Visit the 2,100-seat Lyceum along with other filming locations, such as Lancaster House and Southwark Cathedral, or opt for a historical tour to learn more about the theater’s unusual past. For a more traditional West End experience, catch a performance of The Lion King, which has been playing weekly at the Lyceum since 1999.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
The Lyceum Theatre is about a 10-minute walk from Charing Cross railway station, and a 5-minute walk from Covent Garden tube station (on the Piccadilly line). Several local buses serve the area as well. The nearest Q-Park (car park) is in Chinatown—theater ticket holders get a 50 perfect discount. Avoid driving in central London during the Congestion Charge hours.
When to Get There
The Lyceum stages shows every evening from Tuesday through Saturday, and matinees take place on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you’re looking for a last-minute ticket, a limited number of reduced-cost seats are available directly from the box office every day at opening time.
London’s West End
Located in the heart of London’s Theatreland (aka the West End), the Lyceum is a stone’s throw from other iconic institutions such as the Novello Theatre, Aldwych Theatre, and Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. But if musical theater isn’t your thing, don’t worry—the London Transport Museum, the London Film Museum, and Somerset House are also close by, providing plenty for you to do while your party’s musical fans get their fill of fabulousness.
The Basics
Keen-eyed fans of The Crown may recognize the theater from the Netflix series. Visit the 2,100-seat Lyceum along with other filming locations, such as Lancaster House and Southwark Cathedral, or opt for a historical tour to learn more about the theater’s unusual past. For a more traditional West End experience, catch a performance of The Lion King, which has been playing weekly at the Lyceum since 1999.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Lyceum Theatre is a must-see for musical lovers and theater historians.
- The venue is wheelchair-accessible.
- Strollers can be checked into the cloakroom for a small fee.
How to Get There
The Lyceum Theatre is about a 10-minute walk from Charing Cross railway station, and a 5-minute walk from Covent Garden tube station (on the Piccadilly line). Several local buses serve the area as well. The nearest Q-Park (car park) is in Chinatown—theater ticket holders get a 50 perfect discount. Avoid driving in central London during the Congestion Charge hours.
When to Get There
The Lyceum stages shows every evening from Tuesday through Saturday, and matinees take place on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you’re looking for a last-minute ticket, a limited number of reduced-cost seats are available directly from the box office every day at opening time.
London’s West End
Located in the heart of London’s Theatreland (aka the West End), the Lyceum is a stone’s throw from other iconic institutions such as the Novello Theatre, Aldwych Theatre, and Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. But if musical theater isn’t your thing, don’t worry—the London Transport Museum, the London Film Museum, and Somerset House are also close by, providing plenty for you to do while your party’s musical fans get their fill of fabulousness.
Address: 21 Wellington St, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7RQ, England
Admission: Varies
5 Tours and Activities to Experience Lyceum Theatre
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West End Musicals Silent Disco Tour
Love musicals? This interactive walking tour won’t just whisk you away to some of the West End’s top theaters—it will also come with a soundtrack. Meet your guide in Central London, and grab a headset. During your 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) walk, you’ll discover the West End’s key landmarks, will learn insider stories and facts from your guide, and will listen to different show tunes along the way—singing and dancing are warmly encouraged.
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'The Crown' Film Locations Private Car Tour
Explore the magnificent London film locations from the famous TV series ‘The Crown’ on this spectacular five-hour Private Chauffeured Experience. Your Evan Evans Expert Guide will bring the incredible royal history to life as you follow in the footsteps of the much-loved Claire Foy and Matt Smith.
Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, group, or as a family, we're proud to offer a modern and prestigious fleet of luxury vehicles to cater for everyone,
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Covent Garden Bespoke London Walk
Discover the Covent Garden that you have never seen before. This can be a customized tour of Covent Garden with elements that you wish to add or focus on, a pick up and drop off location that you wish.
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London's Alternative History Tour Self-guided Audio Walk by VoiceMap
Listen to London's quirkiest stories and hidden histories during this self-guided audio tour, which can be downloaded and accessed offline. Highlights include the city's original Victorian-era street lamp, little-known back streets surrounding bustling Covent Garden, and the strange features behind landmarks like the Savoy Theatre and St. Paul's Church.
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London Lights: Discover how culture has shaped the city on an audio tour
Take the lead in a tour of London's historical cultural influences through time with the helping hand of me, blogger Shaun Nolan!
"Light the Lights" takes you on a self-guided audio tour from the Embankment, up Charing Cross Road, into Covent Garden, along the Strand and back to Leicester Square. As you walk, I'll tell you everything you need to know about the history of the beautiful buildings you see and the amazing people who have walked the same pavements as you.
London has forever been shaped by the culture that has influenced it. Famous creatives like Charles Dickens and Henry Irving have spent a lot of their lives in the city, being influenced by the environment and atmosphere. And it's not just a writer's playground - modern designers, intelligent innovators and important names have also helped to shape the city.
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