Savoy Theatre, London

Name: Savoy Theatre
Address: London, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 844 871 7627

#754 among attractions in London

Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts

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Facts and practical information

The Savoy Theatre is a West End theatre in the Strand in the City of Westminster, London, England. The theatre opened on 10 October 1881 and was built by Richard D'Oyly Carte on the site of the old Savoy Palace as a showcase for the popular series of comic operas of Gilbert and Sullivan, which became known as the Savoy operas as a result. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1881 (143 years ago)Coordinates: 51°30'36"N, 0°7'15"W

Address

City of Westminster (St. James's)London United Kingdom

Contact

+44 844 871 7627

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: London Transport Museum, Royal Opera House, Somerset House, Victoria Embankment Gardens.

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The Courtauld Gallery, London
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Savoy Theatre open?

Savoy Theatre is open:

Monday 10 am - 11 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 11 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 11 pm
Thursday 10 am - 11 pm
Friday 10 am - 11 pm
Saturday 10 am - 11 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Savoy Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Savoy Chapel, London (2 min walk), Arthur Sullivan Memorial, London (2 min walk), Vaudeville Theatre, London (2 min walk), Cheylesmore Memorial, London (3 min walk).

How to get to Savoy Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Savoy Theatre:

Bus

Southampton Street / Covent Garden • Lines: N26 (2 min walk)
Savoy Street • Lines: N26 (2 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (6 min walk)
London Waterloo (16 min walk)

Ferry

Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (6 min walk)
Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (7 min walk)

Metro

Embankment • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Northern (6 min walk)
Covent Garden • Lines: Piccadilly (7 min walk)