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Meticulously constructed using period-appropriate materials to resemble the original Elizabethan Globe Theatre, which stood at a site just 656 feet (200 meters) away, Shakespeare’s Globe brings the theatergoing experience of yore to life. Plays—not exclusively Shakespeare’s, though the bard’s works do dominate the schedule—are staged in the atmospheric, circular, open-air auditorium.
The Basics
Visitors who want to get inside Shakespeare’s Globe have two options: either buy tickets to a show (the standing-only, yard tickets are cheapest) or join a 30-minute guided Globe Theatre tour. London Pass holders can enter for free. Tours include access to the theater itself, as well as entry to the interactive Globe Exhibition, which focuses on Elizabethan theater. On select days, tours of the indoor, Jacobean-style, candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse are also available.
Guided tours of the Globe can be combined with A Midsummer Night's Dream–themed afternoon tea, a Thames cruise, or a visit to other Shakespeare-connected London sites such as Southwark Cathedral, where Shakespeare worshipped, and the Anchor Bankside pub, a centuries-old tavern at the heart of the Shakespeare-era theater district.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Shakespeare’s Globe is wheelchair accessible.
- Performances usually last 2.5 to three hours and include a break.
- As the theater is open-air, visitors will be exposed to inclement weather during tours and performances. Bring rain gear if necessary, as tours and performances run in all weather. (Umbrellas are not allowed during shows as they can obstruct the stage.)
- Complimentary audio guides are available for the exhibition.
How to Get There
Shakespeare’s Globe stands on London’s South Bank. Take the Tube to St. Paul’s (Central line), Mansion House (District and Circle lines), or London Bridge (Northern and Jubilee lines). All three stations are within easy walking distance.
When to Get There
Plays are staged from mid-April to mid-October, and tours take place year-round. During summer, it’s best to arrive in the morning as tours end early in preparation for matinee performances.
Best Seats in the House
The best seats in the house are not seats at all, but rather standing tickets. These give you access to the yard, where about 700 “groundlings” (standing audience members) stay on their feet during the entire performance. Not only do these tickets put you close to the action, but they also offer the best stage views. Alternatively, book tickets for the gallery, which has bench seating.
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London in one day! See the main 30+ sights. Small group walking tour
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Along the way, I’ll explain what parts of London inspired J. K. Rowling, how these places were transfigured into the books, and how the Harry Potter films re-energised the British film industry. There will also be plenty of opportunities to re-enact scenes from the films as well as stops for selfies, pauses for photos, and the chance to learn a little bit more about London in general.
This tour is perfect for Potterheads, Squibs, and even Muggles!
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8 Day Music Theatre and Movies English Course in London
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Full Day London Pick & Mix Customized Tour
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The Tasty Weekend Walk- Eat and Sights!
In a small group, you will discover 2 award-winning markets where Londoner's hangout and like to keep secret.
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HMS Belfast
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Private Tour: The Tasty Weekend Walk- Eat and Sights!
In a Private group, you will discover 2 award-winning markets where Londoner's hangout and like to keep secret.
These 2 markets are on each end of the walking tour, they are united by the deliciousness of their extensive variety of award-winning food.
Between those 2 delicious markets, we will take you on a picturesque walk along the Thames which is perfect for pictures, Instagram friendly and traffic-free.
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Big Ben, London Eye
South Bank Centre
The National Theatre
The British Film Industry building
Tate Modern
Shakespeare Globe
Saint Paul Cathedrale
The Clink
Southwark Cathedrale
HMS Belfast
The London Skyline
Tower Bridge
Tower of London
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VIP Tour: Award Winning Christmas Market Tour
Cider, Delicious Foods, Carols, and a Christmas market
The perfect combination at Wintertime :)
"it's all happening down by the river and in a great spirit"
In a small group, you will discover the South Bank and Borough Market (1000-year-old Market). These are two of the most loved areas of London which offer the most delicious and best variety of food in town.
Eat your way along the river Thames and tuck into festive snacks and steaming drinks, from mulled wine and hot chocolate to German sausages, mince pies and spiced cider
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German Sausage Tasting
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Award-Winning Sausage Roll
Oysters (or alternative)
Cider or Eggnog
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Fruit mince pies
An absolute treat to the palate
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VIP Tour: The Tasty Weekend Walk- Eat and Sights!
In a small group, you will discover 2 award-winning markets where Londoner's hangout and like to keep secret.
These 2 markets are on each end of the walking tour, they are united by the deliciousness of their extensive variety of award-winning food.
Between those 2 delicious markets, we will take you on a picturesque walk along the Thames which is perfect for pictures, Instagram friendly and traffic-free.
You will see more than 20 landmarks and 6 bridges including
Big Ben, London Eye
South Bank Centre
The National Theatre
The British Film Industry building
Tate Modern
Shakespeare Globe
Saint Paul Cathedrale
The Clink
Southwark Cathedrale
HMS Belfast
The London Skyline
Tower Bridge
Tower of London
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VIP British Food Tour
We aim to convince you that British Food is not that bad :)
In a small group, you will discover the South Bank & Borough Market. These are two of the most loved areas of London which offer the most delicious and best variety of food in town.
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Bacon Sandwich
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Fish & Chips
Cider
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Fun London Day Tour By Local University Students
THE complete tour of London! Putting this tour together was no easy task; this is one of the most historically jam packet cities of the world, and there is an awful lot to cover!
Over the course of four hours, we will cover over one thousand years of London; from the Roman conception and the Norman conquest, to Henry VIII, Cromwell, Queen Victoria and Shakespeare. Come with us through the little known alleyways and down to the off-the-beaten-track spots. Taking in the most impressive highlights and the most dramatic locations, this tour maps out the evolution of a city from its modest beginnings to a global powerhouse.
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Half-Day Private Tour of London
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In the first hour of this tour you will visit the Tower of London and learn about the bloody activities of the infamous Henry VIII. Our expert guide will dazzle you with stores of the Crown Jewels at the Tower Bridge, separate myths from facts and take you on a splendid journey across centuries. The second hour will focus on fiction and the arts! Discover Shakespeare’s Globe, learn about the filming of Harry Potter and see a range of spectacular architecture. At last but not least, the third hour will cover key central landmarks steeped in history.
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