SW1A Area Guide
A locals' guide to SW1A
Where do SW1A locals go?
Bó Drake
Bó Drake has a relaxed, Soho vibe serving a fantastic selection of small plates and sharing dishes of modern Asian cuisine. The impressive cocktails alone are a reason to go. Look out for their seasonally themed drinks available during Bó Drake Late every Friday and Saturday night too!Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
west end,
westminster,
soho,
covent garden,
victoria,
mayfair,
pimlico,
holborn,
southwark,
and bloomsbury
Did you know?
"No.1 The Strand was the first house to be numbered in London."
Say hello to the Queen at London's most recognisable landmark, Buckingham Palace.
Sigita Ranger
The Mall is an iconic landmark framing views of the country's most well known building, Buckingham Palace.
James Blackler
When you think of the history and pageantry that has happened at Westminster Abbey, it gives you goosebumps!
Jamie Newson-Love
Explore SW1A
What locals say about SW1A
Activities near SW1A
Oti Mabuse: I Am Here
Oti Mabuse - I Am Here is a whirlwind celebration of the influences and inspirations that took her on a journey from growing up in South Africa to following her dream. From mesmerising Jives and pumping Sambas to South Africa’s exhilarating Kwaito, this is an explosive night of dance and music that will set your heart racing.Read more
Joeboy Lavida Experience Concert
★For accessibility information please see the accessibility information button/link below JOEBOY “THE LAVIDA EXPERIENCE” LONDON Joeboy is coming back to London!!! Get ready to sing along to his hits singles, Sip, Baby, Beginning Adenuga and many more .. You won't want to miss !! you are in for a treat!!!! Presented by Stage 54. This is an 14+ (under 16's need to be accompanied by an adult) event - physical photo ID requiredRead more
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy a spectacular candlelight piano recital including Beethoven's masterpiece The Moonlight Sonata and other outstanding classical and romantic works.Read more
Top Stand Up Comedy in Leicester Square
Get ready for some side-splitting action from the UK's finest stand-up comedians! Join Fever and Comedy Carnival for London's best stand-up comedy. Featuring TV stars from Live At The Apollo and award-winning international comedians, be prepared to LOL yourself silly. And if you're too busy to laugh, you're too busy. Get your priorities sorted! High flying job? BAH! Quit. Definitely a laughing matter.Read more
The OffBeat Folk Film Festival Presents: Folk Traditions: Old & New
The OffBeat Folk Film Festival Presents: Folk Traditions: Old & New A collection of films which explore Britain's strangest folk traditions and the heritage culture surrounding them. The weird and wonderful world that we live in - tar barrels, Obby Osses and all. King For a Day (Barbara Santi, UK, 2023) Awake! (Sophie Austin, UK, 2023) Ottery (Tom Chick, UK, 2015) Holmie Day (Brian McClave, UK, 2024) The OffBeat Folk Film Festival is a new celebration of British folk and working-class culture through film. Building on the success of OffBeat Folk Film Club, the festival showcases boundary-pushing documentaries, narrative films, experimental works, and music videos that explore Britain’s living heritage, traditions, and underground cultures. Taking place from 12 to 18 May across London venues—including the Mildmay Club in Newington Green and Walthamstow Trades Hall—the festival brings together archive content and contemporary storytelling, contributing to a dynamic record of British life. Alongside film screenings, audiences can expect talks, performances, and Q&As with filmmakers.Read more
Some Guys Have all the Luck: The Rod Stewart Story
A live concert celebration of one of rock music’s most successful artists of all time. Over 50 years since the release of Rod’s first album, Some Guys Have All The Luck: The Rod Stewart Story will be hitting the stage, capturing the excitement, energy and charisma that has made Rod a true rock icon. From his humble beginnings to superstardom, including those infamous moves, you can expect all the hits including Handbags & Gladrags, Maggie May, Baby Jane, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy, Sailing, Tonight’s The Night, The First Cut Is The Deepest, and You’re In My Heart."Read more
Figura Presents 'seeing In Dreams' – Saturday
★For accessibility information please see the accessibility information button/link below FIGURA presents ‘Seeing In Dreams’ Seeing in dreams unifies the act of "seeing" with transformation-whether through cultural critique, subconscious exploration, or immersive dreaming. It positions perception as a dynamic force capable of reshaping reality, challenging static interpretations, and fostering deeper self-awareness. This resonates with the idea that to "see" is to engage actively with the world, while to "dream" is to reconstruct it in new and meaningful ways. ‘To see is to understand. To understand is to remake reality.’ HERE at Outernet, London Friday May 9th - Saturday May 10th, 2025. Friday, May 9th PAN Showcase Saturday Day, May 10th Slauson Malone 1 Still House Plants Sun Ra Arkestra Taahliah Saturday Night, May 10th Andy Stott Jasss Presented by FIGURA. This is an 18+ event - physical photo ID requiredRead more
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