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See London through the eyes of William Shakespeare and enter the setting of his world-famous plays. Immerse yourself in the Shakespearean history and see the Elizabethan theatre. Extended options: tickets to Shakespeare’s Globe or a Shakespearean play.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Shakespeare's Walk
Join this tour to see historic sites connected to life and work of William Shakespeare such as Tower of London, Southwark Cathedral (inside) and Shakespeare's Globe (outside).
3-hour: Shakespeare's Walk & Globe
This option includes tickets for a 50-minute guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe (separate attraction) and a 2-hour tour of the historic sites connected to life and work of William Shakespeare.
5-hour: Shakespeare's Walk & Play
This option includes tickets for a 3-hour play at Shakespeare's Globe (separate attraction) and a 2-hour walking tour of the historic sites connected to life and work of William Shakespeare.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide In front of the Cheval Three Quays, 40 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6AG, UK. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the reception is not informed about the tour
Itinerary
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1Cheval Three Quays
Meet your guide In front of the Cheval Three Quays, 40 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6AG, UK. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the reception is not informed about the tour
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Tower of London
Hear the story of William Shakespeare. Explore the area where he lived and worked near the magnificent Tower of London, which is evoked in Shakespeare's plays as a place of death, treachery and sorrow.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Monument to the Great Fire of London
See also the Monument to the Great Fire of London and imagine what the mediaeval city looked like before 1666.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Southwark Cathedral
Although Shakespeare’s London is long gone, his legacy is still alive in the city’s historic buildings and monuments. Enter the Southwark Cathedral to admire stained glass windows inspired by Shakespearean plays and the poet's memorial and explore the Bankside area where the popular Southwark theatres like the Hope, Rose, Globe and the Swan once stood.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
5Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Learn about the importance of theatre in mediaeval England and see the reconstructed Shakespeare’s Globe (exterior only), which was demolished in 1644, long after Shakespeare’s death. This is your chance to see Julius Caesar, Henry VIII, Romeo & Juliet or another epic tragedy of Shakespeare performed live at an authentic English theatre. It will be an unforgettable experience for sure! Enhance your experience with a visit inside the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. We provide tickets for a public tour of the reconstructed open-air theatre where you can experience what it was like to see Shakespeare’s original plays live. Discover behind the scenes trivia and interesting facts about the life and work of playwrights, actors and other artists in the Elizabethan era. This is your chance to see Julius Caesar, Henry VIII, Romeo & Juliet or another epic tragedy of Shakespeare performed live at an authentic English theatre. It will be an unforgettable experience for sure!
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions included in the itinerary depends on the selected option. Tickets to the Shakespeare’s Globe or Shakespeare’s Play are not included in the basic 2-hour option.
- The 3-hour tour includes a 2-hour walking tour and tickets for an approximately 1-hour public tour of Shakespeare’s Globe. Please note that it is a public tour, so other participants can join your group.
- The 5-hour tour includes a 2-hour guided tour and tickets for an approximately 3-hour play at Shakespeare’s Globe or another suitable location, depending on the size of the group, time and availability. We will always consider your best experience when selecting the tickets. Play is a separate attraction in the evening and starts usually between 5:30-8 pm. Please ensure you are on time and note that the guide will not participate in this activity. You can find the exact time and place of the play on your ticket attached in the email.
- Visits to Southwark Cathedral during scheduled events (such as the daily, Sunday and holiday masses) are limited, so there may be occasions where tours will only take place on the outside.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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