Situated in the Strand in the centre of the City of Westminster, the Savoy Theatre is amongst the oldest and most visited theatres in London. Opened to the public in 1881, the building was erected on the premises of the old Savoy Palace. The very first performances staged here were the famous comic operas of W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan. Featuring a seating capacity of 1150 people on three levels, the Savoy Theatre was rebuilt twice, in 1929 and 1993.
Venue Details
Getting there
Seeing as it has a central position, the Savoy Theatre is accessible by all known means of transportation.
By train and tube: Train travellers should keep in mind that the Savoy Theatre is just a five-minute walk from the Charing Cross Station. The nearest underground station, the Covent Garden Station, is within a six-minute walking distance.
By bus: The venue is only a one-minute walk from the bus stops Southampton St Covent Garden A and Savoy Street U, which serve the routes 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139 and 176.
By car: In case you plan on driving to the Savoy Theatre, you should find the landmark with ease, as it’s right on the Strand/A4 main road.
International: Those who come from abroad ought to know that the theatre is a 37-minute drive from the London City Airport, a location which is also served by the DLR tube line.
Parking facilities
While there is no private parking on the premises, the NCP Car Park is located within a 7-minute walking distance. This modern car park offers many spots for Blue Badge Holders.
Access for people with special needs
The Savoy Theatre is accessible to people with special needs. Facilities for disabled patrons include street-level access, wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets. Guide dogs and companions are admitted on the premises. The only notable inconvenience is the absence of a lift.