That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome

Welcome to That's Entertainment!

Discover the extraordinary entertainment history of Leicester Square and enjoy exclusive guided access inside the iconic Hippodrome on this 90-minute walking tour.

We meet at the Statue of William Shakespeare at the heart of Leicester Square Gardens on 12th July 2026 at 11 AM (Europe/London). From there, we'll explore Leicester Square before heading to the Hippodrome, where we go inside for a guided visit.

Guests will receive a complimentary tea/coffee at the end of the tour, and also some exclusive offers from the Hippodrome Casino.

For nearly 400 years, Leicester Square has been a space for the public. On this walking tour, trace its evolution from open fields to an elegant 17th-century residential square, and its shift in the 18th century towards entertainment. We'll explore inside the iconic Hippodrome and hear its extraordinary story - from its 1900 debut as an indoor circus, to a celebrated theatre, the glittering Talk of the Town, Peter Stringfellow’s ‘world’s greatest disco’, and today, Europe’s most popular casino.

Event Venue

Statue of William Shakespeare, Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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