Covent Garden in the heart of central London is a paradise for tourists, offering everything from street performers to top musicals.

Most Londoners head to Covent Garden to take advantage of the fantastic shopping - many of the top high-street names have stores here - and Neal Street has a huge number of shoe shops to keep the ladies happy.

But for those who don't want to buy high-street merchandise, the famous apple market has a range of goods on offer, including scarves and jewellery - ideal for buying unique gifts to take home to loved ones.

The most memorable attractions in Covent Garden are its street performances, which include circus performers, singers and living statues.

This area of the capital is home to London's theatreland, and tourists can see a huge range of plays and musicals, and can often purchase half-price tickets on the day from special stalls.

A host of bars and restaurants also surround the cobbled pedestrianised streets.

London Transport Museum is also situated in Covent Garden, which is just a five minute walk from the bright lights of Leicester Square.