Soho Travel Guide
Soho travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Soho is a district in London. Soho is a district known for theatreland and nightlife.
The best time to visit Soho is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Soho
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°30′49.3″N 0°8′2.8″W (51.5137, -0.1341)
Quick facts about Soho
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′49.3″N 0°8′2.8″W (51.5137, -0.1341) |
| Known for | theatreland and nightlife |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Soho
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Soho.
Best time to visit Soho
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Airports near Soho
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 14 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 25 mi | Sussex |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 210 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 216 mi | Amsterdam |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 222 mi | Paris |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 290 mi | Dublin |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Soho?
Soho is a district in London. Its coordinates are 51.5137, -0.1341. It lies in Europe.
When is the best time to visit Soho?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Soho, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What is the nearest airport to Soho?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 25 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Soho?
Popular options include British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Tower of London, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
