St. Martins Theatre

St. Martins Theatre

St. Martins Theatre
4.5
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
Closed
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Neighbourhood: Covent Garden
Whether you're headed here to check out the multitude of shops, theaters, cafes, pubs, and restaurants, or simply to be among the multitude of people who pass through this pretty part of town, you'll love soaking up the festive and historic atmosphere in and around Covent Garden. Even if you don't have tickets to the opera or a show at one of the many famous theaters here, don't be surprised if find yourself captivated by some impromptu act of a street performer wowing the crowds in Covent Garden's Piazza. If you do have tickets, you'll be pleased to note that many of the local eateries accommodate theatergoers with prix fixe menus, early dinners, and later than usual opening hours. 


How to get there
  • Leicester Square • 3 min walk
  • Covent Garden • 3 min walk
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  • IvanG
    Deganwy, United Kingdom460 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Classic Experience
    We saw a matinee performance and thoroughly enjoyed The Mousetrap. It’s an old building that could do with a little TLC but that didn’t detract from the overall experience. You can £25 by booking 12+ weeks Advance Saver tickets on performances from Tuesday to Thursday - we did!
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 19 March 2024
  • Helen W
    Frimley, United Kingdom142 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely old theatre
    Beautiful theatre. Quite small compared with some of the other London theatres, but the seats are all fairly close to the stage as a result. We sat on the front row of the royal circle. I'm 5'4" and had enough room, but couldn't cross my legs. The seat itself was comfortable, but pretty narrow. I think some of the larger members of the audience struggled to sit down. There were ice cream tubs left under the seats from previous performances, and the big curtain above the stage looked like it needed to be dusted. However, we thoroughly enjoyed the play, and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a simple murder mystery.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 5 April 2024
  • Kelly J
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    So much care and attention.
    Wow I’m completely blown away by the show and the staff here. Because a series of events I ended up being late which really isn’t like me. And the team their went above and beyond to help me as I lost my friends due to phone battery dying. Ended being one of the best nights ever. From the cast and all the extra care. I feel so lucky🍀
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 29 April 2024
  • luisa M
    Lingfield, United Kingdom42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Small and friendly. Lovely place
    Beautiful theatre and a great afternoon. Staff were friendly and inviting. Bar staff ensure that everyone was looked after. Bathrooms were clean. Theatre itself was small and friendly. Think that even those with restricted viewing would not be disappointed.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 5 May 2024
  • Al.Brin
    London, United Kingdom43 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An act all of its own
    So much character, entering this theatre is an act all of its own. The reception and bar area are both tiny, so I don’t recommend arriving early before the house opens (roughly 45 minutes before showtime) as there is nowhere to wait. Inside the auditorium feels classic and charming. The seats aren’t terribly comfortable and are quite close together, but it’s manageable. Overall a worthwhile experience to see a show here!
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 6 July 2024
  • MidKnight240
    United Kingdom123 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth a visit
    St Martin’s theatre is over 100 years old, small and quite intimate, and it’s been built for people that are tiny compared to the average person of today. Both my partner and I are tall, and not the slimmest people in the world, and I did my research for this place. The best seats for us were Row G in the orchestra stalls, which were naturally the most expensive, but they were worth every penny. They were wide enough, and there was plenty of leg-room, which is an essential for me. The theatre itself is beautiful in a slightly faded glory kind of way, but it does have a lovely atmosphere, and makes a welcome change to the more modern, functional theatres. We had a fantastic view of the stage, could hear every word, and sat there entranced for the entire performance. Every member of the cast was fantastic. If you don’t know the story, this is one that does keep you guessing until the end. One extra touch that I really liked is that you can buy a programme, and get it stamped with the number of the performance that you have attended. All-in-all, an expensive night out, but a brilliant one, and I’d gladly go again.
    Visited November 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 20 November 2024
  • CNWgtnNZ
    Wellington, New Zealand1,270 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Agatha Christie’s mousetrap
    Great theatre to see Agatha Christie’s mousetrap what a great show. Unfortunately as all who have seen we are sworn to secrecy but great acting and storyline.Seating was good. Good drop off and pick up area outside.
    Visited November 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 6 December 2024
  • C H
    61 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Historical Site & Performance
    St. Martin's Theatre had a long rich history hosting the Mousetrap play. The historical site was very charming with great decor. The staff was very helpful and the space was utilized wisely. The facility was clean and the stage was great. We greatly enjoyed the Mousetrap play twice before flying out.
    Visited January 2025
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 31 January 2025
  • Steviefull
    Kidderminster, United Kingdom2,091 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    29481st showing of the Mousetrap
    We booked this on short notice as we had a free evening in London and werent disappointed. The theatre is over a 100 years old and shows its age in places but this in my opinion adds to the appeal, couple this with it showing the Mousetrap for now over 50 years and you have some real history. The production is excellent and if you can go in with no knowledge of whodunnit then you will get a lot more out of it. Well worth the visit to an historic location and a great show.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 4 February 2025
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Simon G
Milton Keynes, UK1,102 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
Loved our experience in a box which has a restricted view but if you sit yourself well you can see almost everything. The theatre and the play are rightly part of British history and heritage and we loved every bit of our experience. The drinks and programmes are over priced but there is only a pound or two premium applied to them.
Written 22 April 2023
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A4820REalanh
Southampton, UK24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Friends
Given tickets to see The Mousetrap at St Martins Theatre as a Christmas present and thoroughly enjoyed the day in London. We arrived at Victoria coach station with a couple of hours to spare before the matinee performance and had a pleasant stroll through St James park seeing the sights and then grabbing a coffee in Trafalgar Square. At the theatre we queued briefly and then greeted by pleasant chap who directed us to our seats. We were in the upper circle which is very high up and has quite steep steps but it all added to the experience. The seating is old fashioned and quite cramped if you are on the larger side but comfortable enough for a couple of hours. The play itself was brilliantly performed by an excellent cast, you could hear every word even though we were high up, and it was thoroughly enjoyable way to spend an afternoon.
Written 6 February 2023
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TWal1
Canberra, Australia2,921 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2023 • Couples
Running since 1962, it’s clear that they must be doing a few things right with this production. It is a fun show to view and full of intrigue and subtleties. We went to a midweek matinee session and it was a full house. Great live entertainment.
Written 3 September 2023
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Anja B
London, UK93 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2023 • Couples
Seats are far too small for a tall person to sit. We had dress circle row A1-3, and my husband physically had no way of sitting. I am 5’2’’ and my knees were against the balustrade. We went home without seeing the show. This limited seat space really should be stated before wasting mobey on tickets and time on travelling.
Written 14 June 2023
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL22,473 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
When we looked to plan our trip to London, we knew no trip to London was complete without going to a play and perhaps no play was more London than "The Mousetrap". The play has been running for 70 years and nearly 50 of those have been at St. Martin's Theatre. I loved the theater as it is so quaint that you felt a part of the production. Yes, the play is set in such a different time. However, so much of it is still relatable to life today. When we got home, we absolutely loved the movie "See How They Run", which was made all the better having gone to this play. It may not have been the best play I had ever seen, but it was a great play for this trip and a great experience for this theater.
Written 27 May 2023
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karenpEdinburgh
Edinburgh, UK289 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021
We visited this theatre a few weeks ago to see the Mousetrap which we enjoyed. this is an absolutely stunning little theatre with loads of character and we very much enjoyed the play. However, we had pre-ordered a half bottle of Taittinger Champagne for the interval and went to collect it from the bar. We were told we couldn't take the bottle through with us and the barman said he would have to pour it into plastic glasses.... totally understandable I thought.... however, he poured our half bottle of Champagne into two plastic PINT glasses. Come on guys, if you are offering champagne, surely some plastic champagne/wine glasses would be the least you could offer!
Written 10 September 2021
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miss_scho28
Huddersfield, UK19 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 • Solo
Great play, simple set & lovely old theatre. I did get an idea who dunnit but still thoroughly enjoyed watching. My only complaint - some of the staff were a bit snappy & rude. I was seated in the orchestra stalls but queued at the main door as it is not clear at all which door to queue at for which seats. When I got to the front the doorman snapped at me "no - that's what I was just saying, you should be at the side entrance!", unfortunately nobody further than 5 feet away from him could tell a word he said when he'd opened the doors. The gentleman working the bar in the stalls wasn't exactly warm & friendly either. I told him I'd pre-ordered drinks, he gruffly replied I needed to click the link on the text message, however there is no signal in the building so the link would not open.
Overall a great evening but some of the staff need to work on their people skills & I think there should be clearer signage outside so people know where to queue
Written 26 November 2021
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Ari T
Australia69 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
Sadly I found the seat very uncomfortable as I was in a confined space, dress circle A 6 and my husband A 7. It was actually painful sitting in my seat. I’m 165 cm and found my knees pressing up against the barrier in front.

A taller person of say 180 cm and taller would not be able to physically sit in that seat.

There should be a warning when purchasing seats.

I was so uncomfortable I could hardly keep my eyes open to watch the play. If I was on my own I would have left during the play.

The theatre is not fit for purpose.
Written 9 October 2024
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Heenan73
London, UK48 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
Unable to go.
Went to book on the day, but all the remotely good seats were in pairs. They have a policy of "not leaving a single empty seat", so they would rather have two empty seats, even on the day of the performance.
Written 27 November 2023
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FLnurseER
Boca Raton, FL5,702 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2023 • Couples
Booked the Mousetrap from US 4 months ahead of time to get the best seats and prices. Dress circle B 7,8 had a wonderful view, isle seat plenty of leg room. Quaint theater, classic decor complements the theme of the Christie play, great acoustics, very nice staff. The Mousetrap is a wonderful AC play, amusing, entertaining and full of surprises and at the end the audience is asked to keep the ending a secret. There is a small gift shop and a bar. Ladies restrooms are down a very steep staircase, clean.
Written 13 July 2023
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