Shakespeare Promenade
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
This immersive theatrical experience takes Shakespeare's work life back to its roots. Led by professional actor guide, meet Tallow Chandlers Hall, view the world renowned Globe theatre, across the river, from the north bank, then trace the Globe's history backwards to it's birthplace, Shoreditch, via key locations in Elizabethan Renaissance Theatre. A player guide will recount the history of the first British Playhouses, and perform suitable Shakespearian speeches at key points. Packed with history, literature, theatricality, comedy, tragedy, fact, fiction and drama, including modern sights and sounds, cultural references, superb street art in Shoreditch, an exciting cut through the Barbican estate, crossing boundaries on the way, approx 2 hours walking (depending on pace) including a 20 min interval at the Barbican Arts Centre, home of The Royal Shakespeare Company, ending at New Inn Yard, Shoreditch. Group option and Private option available (Cakes and Ale). Suitability age 16+.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Steps and Stairs included on walk
Road crossings
20 minute interval at Barbican
Suitable walking footwear required
Umbrella or rain macs may be required
Bring own bottled water
The total duration includes walking time
Not suitable for Children under 16
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Not recommended for travellers who have difficulty walking or keeping up with a group
Rest Rooms Available at Barbican
Not recommended for under 16 year olds
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Thames River
Walking the Thames path on the north bank, viewing the Globe Theatre from across the river, before continuing to Blackfriars
The site of the Blackfriars Dominican Monastery and of the 1st and second Blackfriars Playhouses
What‘s Included
An actor guide narrator
No entry fees
No refreshments, food or drink provided by host
Options
Shakespeare and Shoreditch Promenade Walking Tour in London
Group Tour: This tour has a maximum of 6 people, either one group or made up of several groups.
Shakespeare Private Cakes&Ale
Private tour : This is a private tour. The traveller is not joining a wider group but will take the tour solo, or with their booked group.
A choice of Cake and Ale: A choice of Blackfriars cake and can of ale or non-alcoholic drink is given at the halfway point to consume or take away.
A programme of the tour: Highlights of facts and speeches from the tour in a special edition programme to take away.
Shakespeare Walking Tour
Groups from 2 to 6 guest. : Minimum of 2 guests per group, maximum of 6 guests per group. No food or drink or extras included.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with engaging guide - highly recommend
Bonita O,May 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Dee, our guide, was knowledgeable with a clear love of the Shakespeare and theatre. We loved the way she wove quotes from the plays into the tour. As two Londoners who are interested in history, we discovered some new information and places. Highly recommend!
Enjoyable experience
Marina H,Oct 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing experience walking through the streets of London unlocking history and enjoying site seeing. Learn so much about Shakespearian time and first theatre in London. Highly recommend 👍
A scholar's knowledge and an actor's sensibility
gregorywO2745HF,Aug 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience--Darrie did a wonderful job bringing my family and me on an informative and entertaining journey into the world of Shakespeare and his theaters, with a scholar's knowledge and an actor's sensibility. She was also kind enough to accommodate us even during a weekday, and even though the tour isn't typically designed for an eight year old, she was willing to bring my son along for the ride. This tour involves a LOT of rapid walking--my shoes and leg muscles had plenty of wear and tear the next day!--but so long as you're prepared for that, you'll have a wonderful time on this tour. Highly recommended!
Shakespeare's world
Janice B,Jan 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00A very enjoyable tour presented in an amusing theatrical way with lots of performances providing information about Shakespeare's life & plays. Highly recommended
Fascinating, fun walk discovering Shakespeare’s London
Erin M,Nov 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00D was engaging, entertaining and led a really fun tour through bits of London I never would have known to visit otherwise. We left with fascinating new knowledge of Shakespeare and his world, and also a list a places we want to revisit. Can’t recommend highly enough!
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