The iconic Globe Theatre is a faithful reconstruction of the open-air playhouse in which Shakespeare worked, and for which he wrote many of his most famous plays! Their expert guide-storytellers provide a fascinating tour of the Globe Theatre auditorium, vividly recreating colourful stories of the 1599 Playhouse, the London Shakespeare would have known and the Globe reconstruction process in the 1990s. Their guides will also bring the theatre to life exploring how the ‘wooden ‘O’ works today as an imaginative and experimental space for performance.
What's included
Entrance to the interactive exhibition
Guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
What to expect
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Admission ticket included
Step inside this faithful recreation of William Shakespeare’s iconic Globe theatre. Imagine it as it would have been at the centre of London’s notorious Bankside entertainment district.
Throughout the year their expert guides bring this extraordinary open-air theatre to life in a 45 minute guided tour, with colourful stories of the 1599 Globe, the reconstruction process in the 1990s and how the building works today as an imaginative and experimental theatre space. Take a seat ‘within this wooden ‘O’’ – listen, absorb and ask questions as the secrets of the Globe unfold.
Explore the new exhibition space and become immersed in the sights, sounds, and smells of Shakespeare's London.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT, United Kingdom
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Visitors need to arrive at the Guided Tours Entrance on Bankside opposite the river, where a staff member will greet you
We advise visitors arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure.
Duration of guided tour is 45 minute, guests may then explore the exhibition at their own pace.
The Globe is a working theatre, tour times vary due to performance schedules or sometimes take place during rehearsals (giving you an exclusive look at the rehearsal process!).
Guided tours take place in all weather.
There is no dress code, but we recommend visitors wear appropriate clothing and footwear as tours take place outdoors.
This tour will have a maximum group of 45 people.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
