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A Big Day Out at High School Musical
Make the most out of your day seeing High School Musical in London, including restaurants, shopping and things to do near the theatre
Get ready, Wildcats – High School Musical is returning to London. The Disney sensation comes to the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre this autumn, and there’s a familiar face playing Coach Bolton: McFly’s Harry Judd. And Judd isn’t the only notable name in the cast, with Disney star KayCee Stroh returning to the franchise as Ms Darbus – Stroh will be best known to High School Musical fans as Martha Cox in the original films.
There’s plenty to get excited about in this brand new staging of the fan favourite musical, but there’s more that goes into a London day out than great entertainment. Here’s all the information you need on restaurants, bars, shopping and things to do near the theatre.
Things to do near High School Musical
Restaurants near High School Musical
Shopping near High School Musical
Bars and pubs near High School Musical
Tube stations and bus stops near High School Musical
On-theme activities for High School Musical
Things to do near High School Musical
There’s lots to see and do around Wembley Park. BOXPARK is home to some great activities for groups: Meetspace VRoffers you the chance to undertake dangerous missions or complete fiendishly tricky escape rooms, all in virtual reality, whilst Sixeslets you test your cricket skills against your friends at their social batting cages. For kids of all ages, you’ll also find the Mundo Pixar Experiencearound the corner from the theatre. This interactive experience invites you into all your favourite Pixar films, including Finding Nemo, Inside Out, Coco, Toy Story and more.
For some culture, a twenty-minute stroll will take you to the breathtaking Neasden Temple, also known as BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir. This masterpiece of Hindu design is worth the trip for anyone interested in architecture – just make sure to visit respectfully.
Or for some easy local sightseeing, why not walk the Wembley Park Art Trail? Beginning outside Wembley Park tube station, this free open-air gallery features 26 diverse artworks from local and international artists.
Restaurants near High School Musical
BOXPARK– The go-to food spot for anyone attending a show in the area. BOXPARK Wembley gathers all the best street food vendors in London, offering everything from burgers and fish and chips to international dishes and delicious desserts, all in a buzzy, sociable food market.
Meat & Social– This restaurant and butcher shop celebrates expert craftmanship and quality cuts in their dishes, all made with sustainably sourced meat from small scale farms.
Remoli Wembley Park– You’ll find authentic homemade past at this Italian spot, made using only the freshest ingredients, with a mission to bring traditional Roman cuisine to London.
Estadio Lounge– This neighbourhood café and bar offers a huge menu of casual dishes, with something to suit everyone. Enjoy your meal out on their terrace, up on their mezzanine floor, or in one of their many cosy corners.
Grandma’s Food & Bar – For authentic Chinese food made with fresh ingredients, Grandma’s Food & Bar is the place to go – and their hidden terrace is the perfect spot to sit and eat when the sun’s out.
Shopping near High School Musical
You’ll find quite a few of your favourite brands around Wembley Park and on the concourse, but the best shopping destination near the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre is the London Designer Outlet. There’s a huge range of quality and luxury brands to explore here, all offering fantastic discounts.
Bars and pubs near High School Musical
All our favourite restaurants can make a great drink, but here are a few of our other favourite spots to stop by before the show:
The White Horse– From a 1790s alehouse to a modern Wembley-adjacent watering hole, this pub has quite a history – and their passionate local team are dedicated to honouring it. They’re also adept at pouring pre-show pints.
The Parish Bar– This tucked-away Irish pub has everything you could ask for: a hidden beer garden, live sports and music, and a cosy, friendly atmosphere.
Sky Bar 9– A stunning rooftop spot, Sky Bar 9 offers classic cocktails, find champagne and wine and refreshing beers whilst you take in the breathtaking views of London.
Tube stations and bus stops near High School Musical
The closest tube station to the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre is Wembley Park, which is a five-minute walk from the theatre, on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines. Wembley Stadium is a thirteen-minute walk away from the theatre and is your closest National Rail station. It also sits on the Lioness line.
Multiple bus routes also drop off and pick up nearby. It’s best to plan your route with TFL.
On-theme activities for High School Musical
MAMMA MIA!– Another musical romcom making a splash on the stage, this feel-good show packed with the music of ABBA is the perfect production to see alongside High School Musical. Over at the Novello Theatre, MAMMA MIA! has played to audiences since 1999 – a twenty-six year run speaks for itself.
Lucky Voice Soho– The best way to High School Musical is to test out your own vocal chops, and Lucky Voice Soho is the place to do it – you’ll get a private booth for you and your group, access to a huge song library, and cocktails delivered whilst you sing it out.
PlayFit social basketball– London’s biggest social basketball club is dedicated to bringing together those passionate about the sport, from beginner players to Troy Boltons. If you want to ‘Get Your Head In The Game’ then check out one of their many London locations.
Spygames & Spyscape – ‘We’re all in this together!’ is the ethos of High School Musical – here, you can really put that to the test. Created with former MI6 members and top psychologists, this experience will test you and your group in immersive zones, building your personalised spy profile. You and your team also have the chance to put your skills into action a series of challenges designed to challenge your teamwork, agility and communication. Good luck, Wildcats.
