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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Tour
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Situated on London’s Bankside, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre reconstructs the open-air playhouse where the playwright penned his greatest work.
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What you'll do
Explore this faithful recreation of William Shakespeare's iconic Globe Theatre: once the centre of London's famous Bankside entertainment district. It’s more than just a historical site; the Globe Theater London continues to function as a vibrant performing arts venue. Grab your tickets now to catch a play or join a guided tour.
The original Shakespeare's Globe is a reconstruction of Shakespeare's original Globe Theatre. It was built by the actor and director Sam Wanamaker close to the original site - just 230 metres away. More Globe Theatre Facts here!
Throughout the year, expert guides bring this extraordinary open-air theatre to life in a 50-minute Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Tour. You'll hear stories of the original Globe, learn all about its reconstruction process in the 1990s, and find out how the building works today as an experimental theatre space. Reserve your guided tour now and take the journey of a lifetime through theatre history. Take a seat 'within this wooden O' – listen, absorb and ask questions as the secrets of the Globe unfold.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a Shakespeare fan, the Globe Theatre in London and its tours provide an enchanting step back in time. So, if you find yourself in the area, don’t hesitate!
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre highlights
A reconstruction of the original Elizabethan playhouse, built in 1599.
For the authenticity of a Shakespearean play, there are no spotlights, microphones, speakers, or amplification. All music is performed live on period instruments. Experience this authentic setting by booking a performance ticket.
Facts
Shakespeare wrote 37 plays and 154 sonnets during his lifetime – this works out as an average of 1.5 plays a year since he first started writing in 1589.
As well as being a playwright, Shakespeare was an accomplished actor, family man, property owner, and manager of an acting company and theatre.
The original theatre burned down in 1613 because of a miss-fired cannon during a Henry VIII performance.
His plays are associated with the Elizabethan times, yet he created most of his popular works in the Jacobean era.
Although he was a famous playwright in London, in his hometown of Stratford, he was a well-known businessman and property owner.
Shakespeare put a curse on his epitaph at his grave in Stratford-upon-Avon. He dared anyone to move his bones to make room for more grave space. A common practice at the time.
What's included
Relive the enchantment of Shakespeare's plays in an authentic setting.
Relive the enchantment of Shakespeare's plays in an authentic setting.
Where you'll be
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, GBHow to get there
Jubilee line, disembark at Southwark station OR District & Circle lines, disembark at at Mansion House station OR Central line, disembark at St Paul's station.
Standard opening hours
For the most accurate tour times on the day of your visit, please check the Shakespeare Globe’s website.
Find out more
For more information, please visit the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre website.
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