Apollo Theatre, London

Name: Apollo Theatre
Address: London, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 330 333 4809

#903 among attractions in London

Theater, Art Nouveau architecture, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The Apollo Theatre is a Grade II listed West End theatre, on Shaftesbury Avenue in the City of Westminster, in central London. Designed by the architect Lewin Sharp for owner Henry Lowenfeld, it became the fourth legitimate theatre to be constructed on the street when it opened its doors on 21 February 1901, with the American musical comedy The Belle of Bohemia. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1901 (123 years ago)Architectural style: Art NouveauCapacity: 658Coordinates: 51°30'42"N, 0°8'0"W

Address

City of Westminster (West End)London United Kingdom

Contact

+44 330 333 4809

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Day trips

Apollo Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Soho, Old Compton Street, Brewer Street, The French House.

~770 ftNE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Soho, London
4 min walk • Soho, a vibrant heart nestled in the bustling city of London, United Kingdom, is an iconic entertainment district renowned for its rich history and diverse cultural offerings. As a melting pot of creativity, Soho has long been a haven for artists, musicians,...
~790 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping district
Old Compton Street, London
4 min walk • Old Compton Street is a road that runs east–west through Soho in the West End of London.
~490 ftW
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Brewer Street, London
3 min walk • Tucked away in the bustling heart of London's West End, Brewer Street is a vibrant thoroughfare known for its eclectic mix of shops, eateries, and cultural hotspots. Situated within the dynamic district of Soho, Brewer Street offers a slice of London's diverse urban...
~570 ftNE
Nightlife, Restaurant
The French House, London
3 min walk • The French House is a pub and dining room at 49 Dean Street, Soho, London. It was previously known as the York Minster, but was informally called "the French pub" or "the French house" by its regulars.
~670 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Criterion Theatre, London
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London's vibrant West End, the Criterion Theatre is a beacon of cultural entertainment renowned for its intimate setting and rich history. This Victorian-era playhouse, established in 1874, is a Grade II* listed building and stands as a...
~480 ftS
Theater
London Pavilion, London
3 min walk • The London Pavilion is a building on the corner of Shaftesbury Avenue and Coventry Street on the north-east side of Piccadilly Circus in London. It is currently a shopping arcade and part of the Trocadero Centre.
~730 ftE
Nightlife, Cinema
Empire, London
4 min walk • The Empire, Leicester Square is a cinema currently operated by Cineworld on the north side of Leicester Square, London. The Empire was originally built in 1884 as a variety theatre and was rebuilt for films in the 1920s.
~630 ftS
Bustling Theatreland traffic junction
Piccadilly Circus, London
4 min walk • Piccadilly Circus is a road junction and public space of London's West End in the City of Westminster. It was built in 1819 to connect Regent Street with Piccadilly.
~520 ftE
Nightlife
De Hems, London
3 min walk • De Hems is a café, pub and oyster-house in the Chinatown area of London just off Shaftesbury Avenue. It made its name purveying oysters and now sells beers from the Low countries such as Grolsch and Heineken with Dutch food such as bitterballen and frikandellen.
~730 ftE
Nightlife, Cinema
Prince Charles Cinema, London
4 min walk • The Prince Charles Cinema is a repertory cinema located in Leicester Place, 50 yards north of Leicester Square in the West End of London.
~680 ftNW
Shopping, Street, Market
Berwick Street, London
4 min walk • Berwick Street is a street in the Soho district of the City of Westminster built between 1687 and 1703. Berwick Street runs between Oxford Street to the north and Peter Street at the south.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Apollo Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Gielgud Theatre, London (1 min walk), Lyric Theatre, London (1 min walk), Sondheim Theatre, London (1 min walk), Shaftesbury Avenue, London (2 min walk).

How to get to Apollo Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Apollo Theatre:

Bus

Trocadero / Haymarket • Lines: 38, N38 (2 min walk)
Dean Street / Chinatown • Lines: 38, N38 (3 min walk)

Metro

Piccadilly Circus • Lines: Bakerloo, Piccadilly (4 min walk)
Leicester Square • Lines: Northern, Piccadilly (6 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (13 min walk)
London Waterloo (28 min walk)

Ferry

Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (16 min walk)
Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (19 min walk)