Soho is home to one of London's finest art-house cinemas: the Curzon Soho.
This is a three-screen cinema located at the corner of Shaftesbury Avenue.
There's been a cinema here since 1959, and it's been the Curzon since 1998.
Let's take a tour of this establishment together.
Curzon Soho: article summary
Curzon Soho: at a glance
It should be noted that Curzon is a small chain: it also has branches in MayfairChelsea and Richmond.
So if you're in other parts of town and fancy a trip to the Curzon cinema, you'll have plenty of options too.
This cinema is one of the city's most popular. If you'd like to enjoy a session, I suggest you visit one of our branches.
What can you expect at the Curzon cinema?
The Curzon occupies a central location in the heart of London's West End, and offers interesting and experimental films every day of the week.
At the Curzon, they also offer an interesting and alternative program of events that goes beyond what you'd normally expect to find in a cinema.
Enjoy a star-studded evening at the Curzon
The Curzon offers a range of events beyond the normal cinema experience. One of the most popular of these is their evening with the film crew.
These are sessions during which, before the film, a talk is given by a person connected with the film.
You'll have the chance to ask the expert a question. After that, the film is shown. To find out which sessions might be taking place while you're in town, and how to book a ticket, I suggest you take a look at Curzon's official website.
Documentary days at Curzon Soho
Another activity offered at the Curzon cinema is "Curzon Docdays". Documentaries are screened, followed by discussions and Q&A sessions.
Where to eat and drink before your movie?
The Curzon houses a bar and café. Both sites are open to the public, so you don't need to buy a ticket to enjoy them.
Curzon Soho bar
This small bar is located on the lower first floor of the building. It's a lively, intimate setting for enjoy a drink surrounded by vintage movie posters.
Konditor and Cook Café
This café is located right next to the entrance on the first floor of the building. It offers a wide range of sandwiches, pastries, cakes and hot and cold drinks.
Original bakers Konditor and Cook are located in Borough Market. This central location gives you the opportunity to try some of their legendary baked goods.
How do I get to Curzon Soho?
The easiest way to get to this popular London cinema is by Tube. To get there, you can get off at :
- Leicester Square
- Northern
- Piccadilly
Leaving Leicester Square tube station, walk down the main Charing Cross Road, towards Shaftesbury Avenue.
When you reach Shaftesbury Avenue, turn left and walk for about two minutes. until you reach the Curzon Soho cinema.
What are the cinema's opening hours?
Movie times, and therefore cinema opening hours, vary. For movie times, it's best to keep an eye on the official Curzon Soho website.
Curzon Soho is a veritable London institution. During your visit, if you feel like watching a film, I advise you to visit this establishment.
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