Prince Edward Theatre location
Right in the centre of London’s infamous Soho district, the Prince Edward sits at the end of Old Compton Street. Dotted all around the theatre are world-famous bars, clubs and restaurants, so you're spoiled for choice. Situated close to Shaftesbury Avenue (home to the Lyric, Gielgud and Apollo theatres) and Leicester Square, there is never a problem getting to or from the venue since the public transport links in the area are the best in London.
By tube
- The nearest tube stations are Leicester Square (for the Northern and Piccadilly lines) and Tottenham Court Road (for the Central and Northern lines)
- 5 minutes from Leicester Square: From the station, head straight up Charing Cross Road towards Tottenham Court Road. Walk for approximately three minutes then turn left onto Old Compton Street. The theatre is on your right
- 6 minutes from Tottenham Court Road: From the station, head down Charing Cross Road. Turn right onto old Compton Street and you'll see the venue on your right
By bus
- Buses to the Soho area: 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 22, 23, 24, 38, 88, 94, 139, 159, 176, 453
By car
- The London Congestion Charge Zone applies in the area weekdays between 7am and 6pm except bank holidays. It costs £10 per day to drive in the zone between these hours but otherwise it's free
- The Prince Edward belongs to the parking discount scheme, Q-Park. The nearest Q Park is the 24hr Chinatown at 20 Newport Place, postcode WC2H 7PR, where it costs around £18 for up to 3hrs and £24 for 4hrs. Save 50% by having your parking ticket stamped at the theatre – just ask an usher
