The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre, London

The Lion King has been running at the Lyceum Theatre for over two decades and still shifts nine shows a week. If you haven't seen it, tickets start at £29—which is remarkably reasonable for a West End stalwart.

The deal

Tickets range from £29 to £135 depending on seat location and demand. The show runs 2 hours 30 minutes (including interval). Nine performances weekly, so plenty of dates to choose from. The Lyceum is a five-minute walk from Covent Garden tube station.

Why we like it

First: the opening number genuinely is something. The Circle of Life staging justifies the ticket price on its own. Second, at nearly 25 years in, the production runs like clockwork—no rough edges, no learning curve. Third, the £29 entry point means you're not paying premium West End markup just to say you've been; you can actually afford decent seats without remortgaging.

The catch? Availability fluctuates wildly. Popular dates and Friday/Saturday performances push toward the upper end of that range. School holidays and peak season shift supply fast.

How to book

Head to the official Lyceum Theatre box office online, or go direct to the Lion King website. Book ahead for specific dates—walk-up availability exists but you'll pay more and choice of seats narrows. Covent Garden location means you can eat around the area beforehand; plenty of mid-range spots nearby if you're not after a three-course splurge.

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