Shakespeare London Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Literature buffs and drama fans will thrill to this Shakespearean tour on the North bank of the Thames, guided by a former professional actor. Learn about Shakespeare’s London: his friends, his work colleagues, the places he knew.
Travel back in time to Tudor London on a walking tour with an actor/guide
See sights linked to the Bard as you explore the City of London
As you learn about the dramatist’s London life, your guide will perform some of the famous Speeches
Visit locations of Shakespeare houses, plus see where 'Othello,' 'Macbeth,' and 'King Lear' were written
Whole sections on Shakespeare’s religion, sexuality and vocabulary
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour will go ahead come rain or shine, so please wear comfortable and weather appropriate walking shoes and clothing.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Blackfriars Bridge
Tour starting point
Barbican Centre
End of the tour
What‘s Included
Professional guide/actor
Gratuities
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Shakespeare London Walking Tour
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun, informative trip @...
Catherine H,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A fun, informative trip @ South London to learn @ Shakespeare and his haunts. Guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
A Wonderful Tour
travelbugsy,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a marvellous experience on this walking tour. Declan is a wealth of knowledge and from the very start he had us enthralled with his insightful anecdotes. He brought us to Shakespearean gems that are hiding in plain sight. Thank you to Declan for such a rich experience.
Hope I would come again!
SherryD902,Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a pity I missed the tour because I got on a wrong bus which took me to an opposite direction. The tour guide is very patient to communicate with me and would give me a second chance to take the tour. Since this is a once a week tour, I don't have time left, I'm sure those who love literature would enjoy this trip.
Brilliant, Informative tour guide
sarahmG6497YH,Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was wonderful and capable wealth if information. This made the tour more fascinating being able to listen and see the places at the same time.
Brilliant, professional and funny
angelayD6145JA,May 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Declan is a walking Shakespeare miracle: his knowledge is so deep it feels as if he could have taken us on a day’s tour, not just a couple of hours. And the hidden Shakespeare-connected places he took us to even we Londoners had never seen before. And - from time to time - he quoted from one of the plays. The speech he did at the end of the tour was so poignantly delivered he had me in tears. Brilliant, professional and funny. Thank you Declan.
Declan really knows Shakespeare!
33suzes,Apr 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a special tour this was, getting to peek into many of the places Shakespeare lived and frequented, that we never would have found on our own! And Declan was so knowledgable, informative and entertaining! I've already recommended his tour to several friends. Just don't try to take photos while he's talking!
Great walking tour of Shakespeare’s London
122sherylz,Apr 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Declan was an ideal tour guide- friendly, knowledgeable, he made Shakespeare come alive. Most of the tour was in “hidden London” that visitors to the city would not be able to find on their own.
We walked where Shakespeare walked!
Nancy H,Apr 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Declan was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed seeing Shakespeare’s haunts. It was a pleasant day and we are grateful for the experience.
It was the best!...
Julcsi S,Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was the best! Informational, funny, perfectly organized, I really recommend it to every Shakespeare-lover!
Decan is awesome.
Sean L,Jan 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Knowledgeable curator of Shakepeare. Entertaining storytelling. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to know obscure facts of the great writer.
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