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Highlights

  • Explore Shakespeare's Globe on an exclusive guided tour, blending 400 years of theater history for the ultimate educational and entertaining experience.
  • Enjoy an immersive walk-through exhibition that vividly recreates Shakespeare's London with seasonally curated displays and interactive costumes & props.
  • Delve into the Globe's rich history with an English-speaking guide, from its 1599 inception by the Lord Chamberlain’s Men to Shakespeare's debut play, Julius Caesar.
  • Marvel at its 'wooden O,' design, a 360° auditorium, open-air with galleries surrounding the stage.
  • Fun fact: Shakespeare's characters mention ‘wooden O’ & ‘great globe’ in their plays, such as The Tempest, nodding to the iconic Globe Theatre.

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Visitors entering Shakespeare's Globe Theatre on a guided tour in London.
Visitors enjoying a guided tour at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London.
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Interactive walk through history

Your journey begins with a step back in time into an immersive exhibition that faithfully recreates the sights, sounds, and secrets of Shakespeare’s London. Navigate through 400 years of history vividly brought to life through seasonally curated displays. Then, get a feel for the stage with interactive costumes and props, designed to transport you to the Elizabethan era.

Globe Theatre, the heart of the experience

The highlight of the tour is a visit to the Globe Theatre itself, where you'll hear captivating tales of its tumultuous past, from its creation in 1599, survival through plague and fire, to its resurrection in the 1990s. With an experienced English-speaking guide, gain insights into the theater's unique construction and its enduring legacy. With a rich blend of history, culture, and theater, give yourself a compelling, educational, and immersive experience, suitable for all ages.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
  • Entry to Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
  • English-speaking guide

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at Shakespeare's Globe.

  • Address: 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT, United Kingdom.

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Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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The tour features an immersive exhibition that recreates Shakespeare’s London, followed by a visit to the iconic Globe Theatre where you'll learn about its history from 1599 through its resurrection in the 1990s.

Yes, it is pushchair, wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible, and includes braille and audio signage. Guide dogs are also welcome at the venue.

An English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the experience to provide insights into the history and significance of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.

Yes, visitors can enjoy an immersive walk-through exhibition with seasonally selected displays as well as interact with costumes and props designed to transport you back to the Elizabethan era.

The guide will share fascinating stories about its creation in 1599, survival through various challenges including plague and fire, and its rebirth in the 1990s.

Yes, you'll learn how characters from plays like The Tempest refer to ‘wooden O’ and ‘great globe’, nodding to its iconic design and history.

The tour highlights include exploring the 'wooden O' structure, a 360° auditorium with an open-air setting surrounded by galleries.

Yes, while your entry and guide are included in the ticket price, any additional personal expenses like food or souvenirs will be separate from what's covered.

Visitors will explore both an interactive exhibition and the actual theatre itself, delving into its theatrical history over four centuries with engaging storytelling by your guide.

Yes, personal expenses are not included as part of this guided tour experience; only entry to the theatre and a guide are provided with the ticket.

This experience is pushchair, wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue. Braille and audio signage are conveniently available for this experience.

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