The smart, definitive guide to Soho, London

What's on in Soho

Located just west of the London city centre, Soho is one of London’s most popular entertainment districts with a rich and varied history. Soho may be the city’s answer to a red-light district but has equally been characterised by its many late-night events, live music scene, and film industry ties. Today, Soho remains one of the capitals’ biggest and best attractions for both locals and tourists and its spirit and venues boast London’s primary gay scene, vibrant pubs, nightclubs, cafes, art galleries, theatres, burlesque joints, jazz bars, and is a popular destination for hen and bachelor parties.

Nearby neighbourhoods of note include Mayfair to the west, Chinatown to the south, Covent Garden to the east and the Strand to the south east.

About Soho

Located in the Borough of Westminster Soho has developed a strong presence in the areas of art, theatre and live music. It has been home to the likes of Eric Clapton, Brian Jones, the Sex Pistols and artist and personality Sebastian Horsely. Monuments of its seedy past have now become cultural icons including the famous Windmill Theatre where a once burlesque stage now hosts comedy nights.

Soho Venues

• Madame Jojo's
  Best for: a stylish Soho clubbing experience, the best new DJ music, and a killer live music lineup.
• Punk
  Best for: Celeb spotting (think Kate Moss and Kelly Osbourne) while dancing the night away.
• Riflemaker Contemporary Art
  Best for: unique style, impeccable taste and the highest echelons of London's ever dynamic cultural scene.
• Soho Theatre
  Best for: Up and coming plays and playwrights or internationally recognised comedian headliners.
• Soho Revue Bar
  Best for: The iconic Soho gay scene, plush décor, classy entertainment and soul music or drag queens depending on the night.
• Ghetto
  Best for: The iconic Soho gay scene, throwing inhibitions to the wind and partying with the Soho locals and students.

How to Get to Soho

By Tube: Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus, Tottenham Court Road, Leicester Square, Covent Garden.
By Bus: 8, 12, 63, 88, 94, 137, 139
24-hr Buses: 6, 23, 94, 139, C2, 189, 390, 25.
Night Buses: N3, N13, N7, N10,N15, N8 N18, N159, N207, N136, N137,N55, N73, N98, N207

For travel information to and from Soho, please see www.tfl.gov.uk

Popular events in Soho

London Soho Events

•   Comedy
  • Fringe
  • Stand Up
•   DJ Music
  • Blues
  • Dance Music
  • Disco
  • Dubstep
  • Electro
  • Folk
  • Funk
  • Funk/Soul
  • Garage
  • Hip Hop
  • House
  • Indie
  • Jazz
  • Latin
  • Pop
  • Reggae
  • RnB
  • Rock
•   Exhibitions
  • Art
  • Gallery
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Video
•   Live Music
  • Blues
  • Funk
  • Hip Hop
  • Indie
  • Jazz
  • Soul
•   Theatre
  • Burlesque
  • Cabaret
  • Classic
  • Comedy
  • Dance
  • Fringe
  • Melodrama
  • Musicals
  • Romance
  • West End

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