England · WEST END THEATRE SHOWS

The 15 Best West End Shows & Theatre Tickets

21 tours  ·  from $19 a head

Matinees start at half past two and cost less than the evening for the same seat. The 15 below cover the long-running musicals and the odder theatrical nights out, with prices and which nights are dark.

London West End Musical Silent Disco Walking Tour Top 1% Rated - Starting at the Marquis of Granby
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London West End Musical Silent Disco Walking Tour Top 1% Rated

1.London West End Musical Silent Disco Walking Tour Top 1% Rated

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,057 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $53Our pick

Meet your host at the Marquis of Granby for a lively 90-minute to two-hour walk through London’s West End and Soho. With headphones carrying music and guide commentary, you’ll stop outside major theatres, learn short stories about shows and venues, dance to musical numbers, and finish with a group finale. Hosts may include Sam, Sean, Shaun, Kris, or Hannah Mantanna.

“Dancing outside Get Up Stand Up theatre show was fantastic, the whole experience was fantastic and the host really made the day thanks”

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London Theatre: Wicked the Musical - The performance: Elphaba, Glinda, and the road to Oz
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London Theatre: Wicked the Musical

2.London Theatre: Wicked the Musical

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 316 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Travel independently to London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre for Wicked, the long-running West End musical about Elphaba and Glinda. Your admission ticket covers the 2-hour-45-minute performance, with a choice of stalls or dress-circle seating. Expect spectacular costumes, clever stage effects, powerful singing, and a theatrical evening suited to ages 7 and up.

“Just being in London with my two granddaughters and taking them to Wicked! Viator never disappoints!!”

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London Theatre: Moulin Rouge! The Musical - Why the stage version feels different from the film
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London Theatre: Moulin Rouge! The Musical

3.London Theatre: Moulin Rouge! The Musical

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 272 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Book a mobile ticket for *Moulin Rouge! The Musical* at London’s Piccadilly Theatre. You’ll see Baz Luhrmann’s film reworked for the stage, with famous songs, lavish costumes, big dance numbers, and spectacular scenery. Choose your seat carefully, allow time to collect or confirm tickets, and note the show uses strobe lighting.

“Amazing evening the sets were incredible and the talent absolutely world class - well done to everyone involved in this production”

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Pasta Making with Unlimited Prosecco in London's West End - Shaping Tagliatelle, Orecchiette, or Tortellini
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Pasta Making with Unlimited Prosecco in London’s West End

4.Pasta Making with Unlimited Prosecco in London’s West End

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $94

At Pasta Academy, you’ll make handmade pasta in a small West End class capped at four people. Chef Aneta, Rosi, Alex, or another Italian pasta specialist may guide you through tagliatelle, orecchiette, malloreddus, tortellini, or another shape. Antipasti, equipment, dinner, and unlimited Prosecco are included, with other drinks available.

“This experience was one of the highlights of our trip! The staff was knowledgeable and incredibly friendly, the class was interactive and the product was delicious! The prosecco glass was never empty. It was so much fun to attend with friends, and make new friends through shared experience. 10/10 would recommend and do again!”

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London Theatre: Disney's The Lion King - What happens during the performance
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London Theatre: Disney’s The Lion King

5.London Theatre: Disney’s The Lion King

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Make your own way to London’s Lyceum Theatre for Disney’s The Lion King, a 2-hour-30-minute West End musical with music by Elton John and Tim Rice. Follow Simba’s journey through Africa with colorful sets, elaborate costumes, dance, humor, and special effects. Mobile entry is included, with seating options for different budgets.

“Amazing production. Seeing a show while in London was a great experience. Tickets through Viator were easy and reliable. Enjoyable for all ages.”

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London Theatre: TINA - The Tina Turner Musical-Closes Sept 2025! - The music is the reason to choose this show
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London Theatre: TINA – The Tina Turner Musical-Closes Sept 2025!

6.London Theatre: TINA – The Tina Turner Musical-Closes Sept 2025!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · from $18Best value

See TINA The Tina Turner Musical at London’s Aldwych Theatre. This 2-hour-45-minute West End production follows Tina Turner from Tennessee to rock stardom, with live performances of her best-known songs and a sing-along finale. Choose a matinee or evening ticket and enter with a mobile voucher.

“This was my second time watching it, and it’s still sooooo good! I saw it the first time in 2019. So when my family decided to take a trip to London, I knew they’d love it too. My parents and sister loved it! The performers are amazing!”

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London Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera - The performance, from the first note to the final curtain
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London Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera

7.London Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 215 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $46

Make your own way to His Majesty’s Theatre for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. Choose your seat when booking, then settle in for 2 hours 30 minutes of music, drama, grand sets, costumes, and special effects. The show includes a 20-minute interval and is recommended for ages 8 and above.

“Took the family to watch. What a great experience and intorduction to stage shows. Performance was captivating and truly enjoyable. Our two teenagers enjoyed it and that says plenty.”

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London Theatre: The Devil Wears Prada - Arriving at the Dominion Theatre
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London Theatre: The Devil Wears Prada

8.London Theatre: The Devil Wears Prada

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 176 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $43

Spend about three hours at London’s Dominion Theatre for The Devil Wears Prada musical, based on the film and Lauren Weisberger’s novel. Elton John wrote the original score, with direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell. Your mobile ticket covers admission, but not food, drinks, or transport.

“Beautiful theatre, great energetic show, fun interactive areas for pictures, musicians excellent, talent on stage phenomenal”

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London Theatre: Mrs Doubtfire The Musical - A family story with more underneath
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London Theatre: Mrs Doubtfire The Musical

9.London Theatre: Mrs Doubtfire The Musical

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · from $106

You’ll see Mrs. Doubtfire at London’s Shaftesbury Theatre in a 2-hour-30-minute musical about a father who disguises himself as a Scottish nanny to stay close to his children. Expect original songs, comedy, dancing, and a strong family theme. Mobile ticket included.

“The actor that played Daniel was really amazing! He stole the show with his singing and dancing. Definitely worth the money!”

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London Theatre: Stranger Things: The First Shadow - What the Phoenix Theatre adds
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London Theatre: Stranger Things: The First Shadow

10.London Theatre: Stranger Things: The First Shadow

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Book a matinee or evening ticket for Stranger Things: The First Shadow at London’s Phoenix Theatre. This roughly three-hour stage production returns to Hawkins in 1959, before the events of the television series, and follows young Jim Hopper, Bob Newby, Joyce Maldonado, and Henry Creel. Choose your seat online, including wheelchair-accessible options.

“The show was incredible, the theatre was great with good facilities we really enjoyed our evening watching stranger things.”

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London Theatre: Mamma Mia! - Key points to know before booking
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London Theatre: Mamma Mia!

11.London Theatre: Mamma Mia!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 2 hours 35 minutes (approx.) · from $28

Make your own way to London’s Novello Theatre for Mamma Mia!, a 2-hour-35-minute musical built around more than 20 ABBA songs. Choose a showtime and seating category, then enjoy a funny, romantic story filled with big vocals, familiar melodies, and high energy. The production suits adults, families with children aged 5 and up, and first-time theatre visitors.

“The entire process from ordering online to collecting the tickets at the Box office was seamless. The seating position was the second row from the front; given the position of the stage, this was perfect.”

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Viva Broadway Show! Celebrating the West End & Broadway - A stage full of familiar musical numbers
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Viva Broadway Show! Celebrating the West End & Broadway

12.Viva Broadway Show! Celebrating the West End & Broadway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $32

Spend about three hours at Viva Blackpool with a reserved seat for a high-energy musical revue featuring songs from Les Miserables, Wicked, Moulin Rouge, Oliver, Six, and more. Expect singing, dancing, audience participation, food and drinks for purchase, and a 7:30 pm start. Some seats may have restricted views.

“Had a great experience at Viva. I was greeted by the lovely Tom who addressed me by name and took me to my table for the evening. I had booked a lowest price table with a possible restricted view of the stage, however, Tom offered me an uRead more”

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London Theatre: Matilda The Musical - What happens during the 2-hour-35-minute show
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London Theatre: Matilda The Musical

13.London Theatre: Matilda The Musical

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 44 reviews · 2 hours 35 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Spend about 2 hours 35 minutes at the Cambridge Theatre watching Matilda battle Miss Trunchbull through Tim Minchin’s witty songs, clever sets, and energetic choreography. The West End show suits adults and children aged 6 and up. Your mobile ticket covers admission, but transport, food, and drinks are separate.

“The show was great, I throughly enjoyed it, dinner at Jamies was okay the service was terrible. Im not sure its worth the price of getting the included dinner.”

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London West End Sunset Tour in Spanish - Neal’s Yard, Floral Street, and the smaller corners
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London West End Sunset Tour in Spanish

14.London West End Sunset Tour in Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $0

Join Tour Londres for a 2.5-hour Spanish walking tour through London’s theatrical West End. Starting at the Palace Theatre, you’ll see Covent Garden, Neal’s Yard, Floral Street, Leicester Square, Chinatown, Piccadilly Circus, film locations, pubs, theaters, and nightlife landmarks. Guides including Juan Carlos, Andrea, Jen, and Alejandro have led this route.

“Close and very professional people. Careful with the details, they transmit the passion for their work in a unique way. We will repeat!”

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London Theatre: MJ The Musical - Key points to know before booking
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London Theatre: MJ The Musical

15.London Theatre: MJ The Musical

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 37 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $124

See MJ The Musical at London’s Prince Edward Theatre for about 2 hours 30 minutes. Expect dozens of Michael Jackson hits, including Billie Jean, Beat It, Thriller, and Smooth Criminal, with a mobile ticket and seats booked in advance. The show suits ages 8 and up, but it skips many difficult parts of Jackson’s life.

“Great show. Excellent view of the stage. MJ the Musical was amazing. Prince Edward Theatre is a good venue”

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