Piccadilly Circus is an iconic and famous area of London. It is based in the heart of the city, and its large neon signs and ornate buildings give it an instantly recognizable look. It is a relatively small area, with a handful of bars, restaurants or shops in the square itself. The Circus is particularly known for its video display and neon signs mounted on the corner building on the northern side, as well as the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain and statue of Anteros (which is popularly, though mistakenly, believed to be of Eros). A public space, Piccadilly Circus is open 24 hours a day. It is busy with tourists and commuters at all times of the day and night. Plan to visit in the evening when the lights are on for a more atmospheric trip. For the best ambience, some suggest you visit Piccadilly at night, when the neon lights of the billboards reflect off the Edwardian-era buildings and the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain (often referred to as the Eros statue).