The Mousetrap Tickets

Date of last version: September 2024

1. How Much are The Mousetrap Tickets?
2. When Should I Book Tickets for The Mousetrap?
3. How Do I Get Last Minute The Mousetrap Tickets?
4. Where Should I Sit at The Mousetrap?
5. How To Get Cheap The Mousetrap Matinee Tickets
6. Where Can I Buy Discounted The Mousetrap Tickets?
7. Where to Buy Group Tickets for The Mousetrap 
8. The Mousetrap Tickets and Hotel Packages 
9. About The Mousetrap Venue

1. How Much are The Mousetrap Tickets?

If you’re a fan of Agatha Christie or love a thrilling whodunnit, you don’t want to miss The Mousetrap. The show is the longest-running of any kind in the world and has been gripping theatregoers since 1952. Due to its popularity, tickets can get pricey, especially over the weekends and bank holidays. Tickets start as low as £22.50 and reach highs of over £100. 

There are a few different ways to find cheap tickets. With the play sometimes appearing in seasonal sales such as London Theatre Week and New Year’s Sales. Theatre ticketing app, TodayTix, also offers a limited number of Rush tickets daily for £25. The play isn’t always included in discounts, but it’s a good idea to keep an eye out. 

Not sure where to look for discounted tickets? No worries - we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to making the most of your budget and getting the best affordable tickets below. 

2. When Should I Book Tickets for The Mousetrap?

The play has good availability a few weeks out, however, keep in mind that cheaper-priced tickets sell out earlier. If you’d like to see the production over the weekend or a bank holiday, we recommend booking at least a couple of months in advance to avoid disappointment. 

If you’re flexible with when you can visit, we recommend booking tickets for a weekday performance on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Off-peak performances can sometimes save you up to 40% on some of the best seats in the theatre. 

If you book 12 weeks or more in advance on the official productions website, you can save £25 on tickets for performances on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. This can reduce some of the best seats in the Stalls to under £75.

Whilst you may be able to save money with discounts, it’s good to remember that booking far in advance is not always possible. 

3. How Do I Get Last Minute The Mousetrap Tickets?

If you’re already in London, we recommend heading to Leicester Square and visiting the TKTS booth to cheap for discounted same-day theatre tickets. If you’re not in London, you can also check their online listings for same-day discounts. Or, if you’re nearby to the theatre, you can stop by the box office as they may also discount tickets on the day of a performance. 

Ticketing app, TodayTix, releases a handful of Rush tickets every day of a performance at 10am. If you’re lucky enough to be a ticket or two, you’ll be paying £25 per ticket. The tickets are first-come-first-serve and you may be seated anywhere in the auditorium. We recommend downloading the TodayTix app and signing up for Rush tickets ahead of the day you’re hoping to grab tickets to. 

A limited number of Day Seats are released by the theatre directly every day of a performance. The tickets are released to buy online or in person at 10am and cost £22.50 each. Tickets are limited to 2 per person and are typically in the front row of the Stalls. You can find more information here. 

The box office sometimes discounts unsold tickets on the day of a performance. At the time of writing, Upper Circle C17 for this afternoons performance cost £22.50, with the same seat the following week costing 55% more! 

Tickets aren’t always discounted on the day, especially during the show's peak visiting times, such as weekends and bank holidays. We always recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment, especially if the play is a must-do when visiting London. 

4. Where Should I Sit at The Mousetrap?

Choosing where to sit within your budget can be a hard decision when booking theatre tickets. Everyone wants to have a great view of all the action on stage, so we’ve created a list of the top five seats at St. Martins Theatre for under £60. 

Insider Tip: Check SeatPlan’s St. Martins Theatre seating plan when you book. Theatregoers have added their photos of the stage and ratings for seats across the auditorium to help you book. St. Martins theatre has also provided SeatPlan with views from every seat in the auditorium so audience members know what to expect from the seat they book. 

The below seats have been rated 4 stars and above by SeatPlan users - interested in looking for some hidden gems? Why not browse the St. Martins Theatre seating plan yourself.  

1. Upper Circle D20 (from £29.80) offers a great view towards the back of the theatre, ensuring you can see all of the stage. There’s plenty of legroom available in this seat
   

2. Dress Circle D5 (from £59.50) is towards the back of the second tier of the theatre and offers a great view as well as good legroom
   

3. Dress Circle A24 (from £41.70) is on the front row of the second tier of the auditorium and offers a slightly side-on, but good, view of the stage. The legroom isn’t the best for taller people
   

4. Upper Circle H13 (from £29.80) is the very back row of the top tier of the theatre, offering a great view of the stage and surrounding set. The legroom isn’t the best towards the back of the theatre, but SeatPlan reviewers found it to be okay
   

5. Dress Circle E17 (from £41.70) is towards the back of the second tier of the theatre and offers a good view of all of the action on stage 
   

5. How To Get Cheap The Mousetrap Matinee Tickets

The show has three matinee performances per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. All afternoon shows start at 3pm. 

We recommend booking tickets to a Tuesday or Thursday matinee as these tickets are typically cheaper than a Saturday afternoon show. At the time of writing, Stalls J10 for the Matinee performance on a Tuesday in May costs £62.50, with the same seat a few days later for the Saturday matinee costing £89. That’s a saving of 42%!

6. Where Can I Buy Discounted The Mousetrap Tickets?

We’ve mentioned how to find discounted tickets above, however, there may be a few other options available, which we have listed below. 

The Mousetrap Access Discounts

For patrons with specific access or seating requirements, the theatre recommends booking with the box office directly or by calling them at +4420 7836 1443. Or, you can email them the theatre at access@stmartinstheatre.co.uk. Discounted access tickets may be available for select seats of companions. 

Other The Mousetrap Discount Tickets

It’s a good idea to bookmark sites such as Love Theatre and lastminute.com, as they may have some great discounts. The sites often have savings that aren’t available at the box office. Or, if you want to get alerts on the latest discounts straight to your inbox, you can sign up to our mailing list. 

7. Where to Buy Group Tickets for The Mousetrap 

Group tickets are available to book via the box office on 020 7836 1443. 

• Groups of 10+: from £37.50 (Monday - Friday)
• Groups of 10+: from £24.75 (Tuesday and Thursday matinee)
• School groups of 10+: from £27.50 and 1 free teacher for every 10 students (Monday - Thursday including matinees)

Exclusions apply and prices are valid to change. You can find more information on how to book group tickets here. 

8. The Mousetrap Tickets and Hotel Packages 

With the musical being extremely popular with fans, groups and tourists, there are an array of hotel and show packages available. 

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As the theatre is in Central London, there are a range of 3, 4 and 5-star hotels in the local area to suit different budgets. We recommend looking on sites such as Booking.com and Hotels.com to compare prices. 

9. About the The Mousetrap Venue

The play is currently playing at St. Martins Theatre which is a short walk from Leicester Square and Covent Garden tube stations, making it accessible from most places in the city. 

As the theatre is in Central London, there are a range of restaurants and shops in the area, from high-end dining such as The Ivy, to fast food chains and markets nearby - there’s something for everyone. If you’d like a pre-theatre meal, we recommend booking a table in advance to avoid disappointment as the restaurants in the surrounding areas are tourist hot spots and get busy quickly. 

The theatre has three bars which serve alcoholic and soft drinks, as well as sweet and savoury snacks before the show and during the interval. Drinks and light snacks from outside the theatre can be taken into the auditorium, however, the theatre advises audience members to not bring hot food as this is not permitted. 

The doors open 30 minutes before the performance starts. We recommend arriving as soon as the doors open to allow time for queues getting into the venue and at the bars. This will give you time to grab a drink and get to your seat. The show runs for 2 hours and 20 minutes, including a 20-minute interval. We recommend bearing this in mind, especially if you’re planning your journey home. 

Disclaimer: Please note that all offers, discounts and prices are subject to change and may expire or be discontinued. All prices listed were correct at the time of writing. Sign up to our mailing list for future The Mousetrap offers.

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