Directions to Covent Garden Market : On Foot
The best way to get to Covent Garden and discover its secret passages and surrounding areas is to walk. To find out the best route for you, visit WalkIt.com
By Underground
Covent Garden's tube station is a very short walk from the Market Building at the end of James Street. Covent Garden is on the Piccadilly Line. As it is a very busy station, it may be advisable to use the nearby Leicester Square, Charing Cross, Embankment or Holborn stations. Visit Transport for London's site for more information on using the tube and links with mainline train services.
By Bike
There are bike racks in Southampton Street, Bow Street, and on the corner of Russell Street & Wellington Street. For more information on cycling in central London, visit the Transport for London web site: www.tfl.gov.uk/cycles/routes
By Boat
The closest jetty to Covent Garden where regular boats dock is at Embankment. You can find out more information on the Transport for London website: www.tfl.gov.uk/river
By Bus
If you're heading for Covent Garden by bus, the RV1 stops at Covent Garden. The 9, 13, 15, 23, 139 and 153 all stop at Trafalgar Square and Aldwych (both a short walk from the Market Building). The No. 24 stops at Leicester Square; Covent Garden is signposted from there. For more information on buses in London, visit the Transport for London website: www.tfl.gov.uk/buses
By Taxi
Hail a London Black Cab and just ask the driver to take you to Covent Garden Market. For more information, to book a cab or to organise an airport transfer, visit the official Black Cab site.
By Car
If possible, it is best to avoid driving to Covent Garden as parking is very restricted. There is limited on-street parking with meters on some surrounding roads. If driving, it is essential to remember to pay the Congestion Charge. The charge can be paid online, in selected shops and petrol stations, by post, by SMS from your mobile phone or by phone on +44 (0)20 7649 9122. Two of the largest car park providers in central London are Masterpark and NCP. For the nearest car parks to Covent Garden, please see our map.