Piccadilly Circus
Discover Step Into the French Riviera at Piccadilly Circus, inspired by the vibrant work of Raoul Dufy.
Step into the French Riviera
6 - 25 October
This October, the French Riviera is coming to London, in partnership with the Royal Academy of Arts.
A little bit of the riviera right here in the West End
Step Into the French Riviera invites you to wander through a series of installations inspired by masterpieces from the Royal Academy of Arts’ Painting the French Riviera. Immerse yourself in the colours, sound and scent of the Côte d’Azur right here in the streets of Piccadilly Circus and Mayfair.
Stratton Street
Make your way to Stratton Street to find work inspired by André Derain (1880–1954) and his masterpiece of the coastal village of Collioure.
Paint the town blue
For one night only, the West End will be transformed by the unmistakable blue of the French Riviera.
Whats on
A day out in London inspired by The French Riviera
Ready for a little Côte d’Azur escape? Spend the day exploring the West End, with new experiences waiting around every corner.
Explore the West End: Step into The French Riviera
We’ve pulled together the perfect itinerary for a great day out, taking you on a journey via our newly launched Step into The French Riviera installations and some of the very best culture, art, and dining options in the West End.
Cinq à Sept: Things to Do
Make the most of those golden hours between five and seven with our recommendations below. Whether you fancy a cocktail, some shopping or simply somewhere beautiful to relax, the West End has plenty of ways to spend your cinq à sept.
Discover
Paint the Town Blue
For one night only, the West End will be transformed by the unmistakable blue of the French Riviera.
Step into the French Riviera: Stratton Street
Make your way to Stratton Street in Mayfair to discover the next installation on the Step Into the French Riviera trail, inspired by André Derain (1880–1954) and his vibrant vision of the coastal village of Collioure.
Step into the French Riviera: Piccadilly Circus
Continue your journey along the Step Into the French Riviera trail at Piccadilly Circus, where the next installation in the series takes inspiration from the vibrant work of French artist Raoul Dufy.