Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus is a crossroads and public space that links Piccadilly with Regent Street and the West End’s pulse. Built in 1819 to connect Regent Street with Piccadilly, it grew into a busy junction where traffic, shoppers, and visitors mingle. The square is famous for the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, the nearby neon-lit signs, and a statue popularly known as Eros—though officially the statue is Anteros. The northern façade houses a prominent building with video displays and neon, a defining feature of the square’s modern character. Surrounding landmarks include the London Pavilion and the Criterion Theatre, which anchor its cultural and commercial vibe. Beneath the plaza lies Piccadilly Circus tube station, a key London Underground hub feeding the crowds to and from the West End. …
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