Things to Do in West End London
West End in London is famous for its elaborate live productions and nightlife. The area is bustling both during the day and night.
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Shows
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West End's biggest attraction is its plays and musicals. Some performances have included everything from Shakespeare to Mama Mia. You can purchase discounted tickets in Leiceister Square.
Museums
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Near Covent Garden, you will find the Theater Museum and London's Museum of Transportation. These two museums are free and have elaborate exhibits about two of London's most important attractions.
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Shopping
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Covent Garden is full of some of the most elite shops in London. From clothing and hand-crafted jewelry to knock-off purses, you will find it in the shops or open-air market. You can even take a break from shopping to enjoy a number of street performers.
Trafalgar Square
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If Trafalgar Square is not full of enough history for you, the National Portrait Gallery and National Gallery surround it. After snapping your picture with a fierce lion statue, enjoy paintings by famous artists and portraits of important figures in Britain's history.
Dinner and Drinks
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To complete a night out, enjoy one of many fine-dining restaurants in Covent Gardens. Be aware after 10 p.m. the area is booming with nightlife; many of London's hottest clubs lie below the mall.
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