London Underground toilets get chic makeover, but everyone says the same thing

London Underground toilets get chic makeover, but everyone says the same thingThe revamped facilities at Piccadilly Circus Underground Station are a far cry from what most public toilets look like. But many people had the same reaction after seeing them for the first timeCommentsNewsIan Craig Social Newsdesk Content Editor16:00, 22 Apr 2026Updated 16:00, 22 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesFew public toilets look like this(Image: Westminster City Council)Train station toilets aren't exactly the first thing that springs to mind when you think of style or luxury. But the facilities at one Tube station are turning heads, thanks to a remarkably chic makeover.‌Instagram account Exploring London regularly shares tips on things to do when visiting the capital with its 784,000 followers, and recently posted a short clip showing the interior of the newly refurbished toilets at Piccadilly Circus Underground Station. A world away from your typical public conveniences, the walls boast stunning sea-blue tiles adorned with yellow, pink, and black designs, complemented by striking pink pillars.‌In the caption, Exploring London wrote: "No more gatekeeping, if you need the toilet whilst on the London Underground, these are the best toilets on the network. Newly refurbished as part of the @citywestminster £12.7 million West End refurbishment programme, and beautiful too, with artwork by London artist James Lambert.‌"The bold tiled artwork is inspired by Anteros, with winged figures and vibrant pink and yellow tones celebrating the energy, theatre and iconic lights of Piccadilly Circus." James Lambert is a London-based artist, while Anteros is the mythological Greek god of love. Exploring London also noted that the toilets are situated near exit one at the station, and charge £1 to use, reports MyLondon.The renovation by Westminster City Council was finished in March, and marks the third of eight public conveniences being upgraded. The council described the revamped facility a...