Soho luggage storage

About Soho

Located in London's West End, Soho is where Londoners go to let their hair down. Dean, Beak, Frith, and Old Compton streets are the main arteries where you'll find the majority of the area's bars, restaurants, and shops. But part of Soho's appeal is just wandering and losing yourself in this exciting part of town.

Soho is also home to some of London's legendary theaters. If you're in the mood for a show, you'll find almost endless options here, especially along Shaftesbury Ave. Or, if shopping is more your thing, Regent Street, Oxford Street, and Carnaby Street offer some of London's best stores.

The origin of the area's unusual name is lost in time, though it may have been a hunting cry back when the area was a royal park. It has been the inspiration for other Soho neighborhoods worldwide, including in Hong Kong, Malaga, and New York.

Once favored by aristocrats, Soho fell into a gradual decline in the 20th century and became known for the sex trade. However, starting in the 1980s, the area underwent a huge change into the upscale place it is now. As well as being the center of London's cultural life, Soho is also the heart of London's gay community.

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Things to do in Soho

You could spend day after day in this eclectic and vibrant neighborhood and never run out of things to do. London is famously full of tourist attractions, but Soho lets you experience a taste of the real life of Londoners. More than a tourist attraction, this is the neighborhood where residents of the city come to party and enjoy everything their town has to offer.

• Go digging through the crates at Sister Ray. This legendary record store started as a stall at Camden Market, but now has a more solid location in Soho. Whatever kind of obscure musical taste you may have, you'll find something you like here. And the experience of shopping here is part of the fun.
• Take in some live jazz at Ronnie Scott's. The UK's premier jazz club is known throughout the world and has hosted artists of the stature of Nina Simone, Jimi Hendrix, and Prince.
• Splash out at Bob Bob Ricard's. This opulent Russian restaurant is devoted to the finer things in life, with a menu that heavily features caviar, truffles, and other delicacies. The famous 'press for champagne' buttons at every table tell you all you need to know about the atmosphere here.
• If you have kids, or are just young at heart, you can't miss visiting Hamley's. The world's oldest and largest toy store is a Soho institution and a fantastic place to find gifts and souvenirs of your trip.
• Learn more about the tumultuous history of the neighborhood on a Soho walking tour. See the locations where The Who played some of their earliest gigs, Dylan Thomas wrote and drank, and Jimi Hendrix was introduced to the British press.

Transit options in Soho

• Soho is bordered to the south by Piccadilly Circus underground station, to the north by Oxford Circus station, and to the east by Tottenham Court Road station. 
• Tottenham Court Road is also a Crossrail station, so you can reach the area on the Elizabeth line. This connects Soho to Heathrow International Airport.
• Buses stop on both Regent and Oxford streets, including routes 3, 6, 12, 13, 15, 23, and many more.

Luggage storage in Soho

In London's West End, Soho isn't far from the Houses of Parliament, Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and other famous London attractions. Its transit links make it easy to reach from just about anywhere in central London.

Soho packs a lot of entertainment into a relatively small area. For that reason, it's best explored on foot. Therefore, it's a good idea to drop off any bags you might be carrying at a Bounce luggage storage location in Soho so you can explore the area in comfort.

Attractions and activities near Soho

• The British Museum: One of the finest museums in the world, it's no surprise that the British Museum is one of London's top tourist attractions. The museum houses artifacts from cultures around the world, and just about every period of history is represented here. From Anglo-Saxon grave goods to Greek sculpture to ancient Egyptian artifacts, the British Museum represents a crash course in world history. It's also free to visit.
• The National Gallery in Trafalgar Square: This collection of over 2000 paintings tells the story of European art from the medieval period up until the beginning of the 20th century. Art lovers shouldn’t miss this extensive collection, including artists such as Jan van Eyck, Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli, and Vincent van Gogh.
• Covent Garden: For a fun and unique way to see more of London, head over to Covent Garden and take part in a treasure hunt provided by Huntfun. Decipher clues and follow directions that will take you around the area on a two-hour voyage of exploration. This treasure hunt will show you aspects of the city you might never have seen otherwise.