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Covent Garden

Covent Garden, London WC2E, England
As featured in 3 days in London and 1 other guide
Ranked #4 of 417 shopping in London
4.5 of 5 stars 591 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods, Flea/ Street Markets, Parks, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping, Dining, Drinking
Fee: No
Owner description: Filled with restaurants, bars, markets and boutiques, London's premier tourist center offers fabulous shopping by day, and the destination of...... more » Owner description: Filled with restaurants, bars, markets and boutiques, London's premier tourist center offers fabulous shopping by day, and the destination of theatergoers and patrons of the Royal Opera House by night. « less
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Birchington
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We love Covent Garden. The atmosphere buzzes whatever time of year. The shops are interesting and varied. Well worth a visit! More

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See 3 more reviews by CPlant for London
London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Interesting place to wander. Lots of good food shows to grab a quick snack or sit down and people watch. Fun shopping and markets. More

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Chester, United Kingdom
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We visited Bockingham palace in September 2011 to see the royal wedding exhibition. The whole visit was exceptional. Each room took your breath away, from the vast collection of art to the Faberge collection and of course the Royal wedding dress etc., There are lots to see and I would recommend a visit, whatever exhibition may be on, there is... More

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York
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Essentially a fancy market. There are some interesting but pricey shops in the area. You're mainly coming for the atmosphere and the entertainment. Go into the main hall to witness some impressive live music, and maybe pick up some light food. More

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See 10 more reviews by puffinmange for London
Harpenden, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

It is busy, it is a bit tired and the street entertainers can be a bit pushy but this is London, this is what it's about. Don't miss the street entertainer statue photo opportunities, but don't forget they are working, they rely on your donation! Pop round to the market and see the fortune teller with her perpetual cigarette and... More

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See 6 more reviews by debholmes23 for London
UK
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Covent Garden is located a short walk to Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square and the British Museum so is nicely located for tourist that want to see all these in a day. Covent Garden is a quaint cobbled square, part covered and surrounded by little streets full of bar, pubs, al fresco restaurants, fashion shops, limited street food, hand crafts (not... More

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See 19 more reviews by hotelstory for London
UK
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Used to go to Covent Garden back in the '80s and went with our son-in-law who had never been before. It has become v tatty, not as many buskers around and what had been a lovely craft market had become a really trashy hall with tacky products. V disappointed, but there is a saying you should never to back! More

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See 2 more reviews by Mumof1Uk for London
New York City, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

It was interesting to see the vendors here but it was really crowded. Went on a Saturday around lunchtime so that's probably why. Also the vendors weren't anything out of the ordinary--a few good ones but otherwise the same stuff you see at flea markets in the US. More

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See 8 more reviews by KellyR24 for London
London, United Kingdom
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63 reviews 63 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Even though it's very touristic, it's a very cool place. There is a very vivid ambiance. A must when coming to London! More

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See 19 more reviews by Lorea M for London
London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

so much to see, do, eat and enjoy. loads of awesome, quirky and mainstream shops to choose from. Best during the summer when you can sit outside and enjoy the street entertainment..but also real special during christmas time for some shopping! More

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