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From bustling Bankside to the tranquil courtyards and alleyways of Blackfriars, this walk offers a fascinating insight into the story of London and all its contrasts.
This is a story led London walking tour that follows the world of theatre, entertainment, and everyday life in Shakespeare’s time. Beginning at the George Inn in Southwark, this walk takes you through Bankside, which was once a “liberty” beyond the City’s control. Playhouses, taverns, and crowds shaped a vibrant cultural scene. Along the way, we pass the sites of the Globe Theatre and Rose Theatre, and hear how theatre worked as both entertainment and business. Crossing the Millennium Bridge into the City of London, we delve into the atmospheric alleyways of Blackfriars before emerging at St Paul's Cathedral.
This is a small group tour, allowing you to fully relax and immerse yourself in the stories.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet outside the George Inn on Borough High Street (in the pub courtyard)
We end the tour outside St Paul's Cathedral which you can explore inside at your leisure
Itinerary
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Southwark Cathedral (Pass by)
We will walk past the magnificent medieval cathedral and hear stories about the people who lived in the parish
Admission ticket free -
Golden Hinde (Pass by)
See the replica of Sir Francis Drake's ship
Admission ticket free -
The Clink Prison Museum (Pass by)
Hear grisly tales of Tudor crime and punishment
Admission ticket free -
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (Pass by)
See the sites of the original Globe and Rose theatres before we reach the modern Shakespeare's Globe. Learn what life was like for Elizabethan actors and play-goers
Admission ticket free -
Millennium Bridge (Pass by)
Dubbed the 'Wobbly Bridge' when it opened in 2000, the Millennium Bridge takes us across the River Thames and into the City of London
Admission ticket free -
College of Arms (Pass by)
Hear ye! Hear ye! Home of the heralds, this is where coats of arms are devised.
Admission ticket free -
St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass by)
After exploring Blackfriars with its tranquil courtyards and secret gardens, we end the tour outside St Paul's in the ancient City of London
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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