That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome
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That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome will take place on 13 December 2026, starting from the Statue of William Shakespeare in London. The tour costs £20.00 and explores over a century of entertainment history.
Explore Leicester Square and go inside the iconic Hippodrome to uncover over 100 years of entertainment history, from circus to casino.
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 13th December 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.
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That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome takes place on Sunday, 13 December 2026 at 11:00.
That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome is held at Statue of William Shakespeare in London (Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7DE).
Tickets for That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome are priced at £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Statue of William Shakespeare can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome
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That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome will take place on 13 December 2026, starting from the Statue of William Shakespeare in London. The tour costs £20.00 and explores over a century of entertainment history.
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Explore Leicester Square and go inside the iconic Hippodrome to uncover over 100 years of entertainment history, from circus to casino.
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 13th December 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.
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📍 Venue
Statue of William ShakespeareLeicester Square, London, WC2H 7DE
St James's, London
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When is That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome?
That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome takes place on Sunday, 13 December 2026 at 11:00.
Where is That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome taking place?
That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome is held at Statue of William Shakespeare in London (Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7DE).
How much are tickets for That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome?
Tickets for That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome are priced at £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Statue of William Shakespeare can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome?
Tickets for That's Entertainment! A tour of Leicester Square & inside the Hippodrome can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
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£20
Date
Until Sunday, 13 December 2026
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