Piccadilly Circus Tours and Tickets

There are lots of ways to experience Piccadilly Circus. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best experiences available right now:

• The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab 

• London by Night Bus Tour With Christmas Lights and Live Guide

• Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London

• London Sightseeing Private Black Cab Tour With Hotel Pickup

• Rock Cab Tours Presents Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London

Piccadilly Circus is a busy traffic junction that connects Piccadilly with Shaftesbury Avenue and Regents Street. There’s no fee for walking around it and snapping photos of its famous LED billboards, but if you want to hear about the history of the area, opt for a London sightseeing tour. Hop-on hop-off tours start at around US$25.

Yes. If you want to capture photos of a buzzing London backdrop on camera, Piccadilly Circus is a great place to visit, especially on a blue sky day. Wait for a passing red bus and set up your frame to cover the billboards and the historic Statue of Eros, too.

Per one customer who booked The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab, "Our half-day London highlights tour with Olli was exceptional! Olli picked us up right from our hotel. He expertly guided us through some of London's most iconic landmarks—Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and many more. Olli's storytelling brought each location to life, blending history with interesting anecdotes in a way that was both fun and informative. It was the perfect introduction to London for first-time visitors like us, and we couldn't have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend this tour with Olli for anyone looking to explore the city!"

Piccadilly Circus is a busy intersection and public square in Central London. It is known for its large neon screens and proximity to West End theaters, the Regent Street shopping district, and numerous other landmarks. Originally laid out in 1819, the area is today a major tourist destination and meeting place. It’s also a great spot for drinking in London, with a variety of pubs and bars nearby, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

Piccadilly Circus is easy to reach on public transportation: If using the London Underground, take the Bakerloo line or Piccadilly line to Piccadilly Circus station. Green Park and Leicester Square stations are also nearby, and dozens of bus routes serve the area, alongside taxis and rideshare services.

That depends. If you want to see it free of crowds, visit early in the morning on a weekday; otherwise, head out in the evening to soak up its neon-lit hubbub and the surrounding nightlife scene. The area is particularly magical when it’s lit up with Christmas lights during the festive season.

Yes, like most of London, Piccadilly Circus is generally safe for tourists. However, because it is very crowded and attracts out-of-town visitors, it can be a hotspot for pickpocketing or phone snatching. It’s always best to be aware of your surroundings and to walk with your valuables safely stowed. Many Piccadilly Circus tours provide guided visits that can help you navigate the area while learning about its history and attractions.

Although the restaurants in the immediate vicinity are typically chains, Piccadilly Circus is near many top dining areas. Chinatown is an ever-popular hub with a range of East and Southeast Asian restaurants, while Soho, just north, is renowned as one of London’s top dining districts and is packed with independent restaurants.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Piccadilly Circus. According to travelers, here are some of the top attractions in and around London:

• Buckingham Palace

• Tower of London 

• Stonehenge   

• Westminster Abbey

• Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in London.