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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers
Overview
This immersive theatrical experience takes Shakespeare's work life back to its roots. Led by professional actor guide, meet Tallow Chandlers Hall, view the world renowned Globe theatre, across the river, from the north bank, then trace the Globe's history backwards to it's birthplace, Shoreditch, via key locations in Elizabethan Renaissance Theatre. A player guide will recount the history of the first British Playhouses, and perform suitable Shakespearian speeches at key points. Packed with history, literature, theatricality, comedy, tragedy, fact, fiction and drama, including modern sights and sounds, cultural references, superb street art in Shoreditch, an exciting cut through the Barbican estate, crossing boundaries on the way, approx 2 hours walking (depending on pace) including a 20 min interval at the Barbican Arts Centre, home of The Royal Shakespeare Company, ending at New Inn Yard, Shoreditch. Group option and Private option available (Cakes and Ale). Suitability age 16+.
What's included
An actor guide narrator
No entry fees
No refreshments, food or drink provided by host
What to expect
Thames River
20m
Walking the Thames path on the north bank, viewing the Globe Theatre from across the river, before continuing to Blackfriars
5m
The site of the Blackfriars Dominican Monastery and of the 1st and second Blackfriars Playhouses
St. Paul's Cathedral
5m
Encircling St Paul's Cathedral along Cheapside, and up Milk Street.
Guildhall
10m
See the Heminges and Condell Shakespeare statue on Love Lane featuring Shakespeare's folio held housed in the Guildhall. View Guildhall and hear history and speech.
Roman wall ofLondonium
5m
See the ruins of the Roman Wall on Noble Street and the plaque showing Shakespeare's Lodgings on Silver Street.
Barbican Highwalk
10m
Experience a little known and exciting walkway through the Barbican estate with superb views and history of the estate and Barbican Centre.
Bunhill Fields
10m
Walk up Whitecross street, see the site of the Fortune Playhouse then Cross the boundary to Shoreditch and hear of the history of the burial ground.
Barbican Centre
10m · Admission ticket included
Enter Barbican via walkways, learn history of the Barbican Centre (London home of the Royal Shakespeare Company)
5m
The site of the first playhouse The Theatre, and now the site for The Shakespeare Museum
Shoreditch
15m
Walking through the modern district of Shoreditch towards Curtain Road
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
The guide will be outside Tallow Chandlers Hall, Dowgate Hill, next to Cannon Street Station.
End point
Outside the new Shakespeare Museum, 10 minutes from Old Street Tube (Northern Line) and 15 mins from Liverpool Street (Central Line)
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Steps and Stairs included on walk
Road crossings
20 minute interval at Barbican
Suitable walking footwear required
Umbrella or rain macs may be required
Bring own bottled water
The total duration includes walking time
Not suitable for Children under 16
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Not recommended for travellers who have difficulty walking or keeping up with a group
Rest Rooms Available at Barbican
Not recommended for under 16 year olds
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
