Shakespeare's Globe Guided Tour
Overview
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The iconic Globe Theatre is a faithful reconstruction of the open-air playhouse in which Shakespeare worked, and for which he wrote many of his most famous plays! Their expert guide-storytellers provide a fascinating tour of the Globe Theatre auditorium, vividly recreating colourful stories of the 1599 Playhouse, the London Shakespeare would have known and the Globe reconstruction process in the 1990s. Their guides will also bring the theatre to life exploring how the ‘wooden ‘O’ works today as an imaginative and experimental space for performance.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Visitors need to arrive at the Guided Tours Entrance on Bankside opposite the river, where a staff member will greet you
We advise visitors arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure.
Duration of guided tour is 45 minute, guests may then explore the exhibition at their own pace.
The Globe is a working theatre, tour times vary due to performance schedules or sometimes take place during rehearsals (giving you an exclusive look at the rehearsal process!).
Guided tours take place in all weather.
There is no dress code, but we recommend visitors wear appropriate clothing and footwear as tours take place outdoors.
This tour will have a maximum group of 45 people.
What To Expect
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Step inside this faithful recreation of William Shakespeare’s iconic Globe theatre. Imagine it as it would have been at the centre of London’s notorious Bankside entertainment district. Throughout the year their expert guides bring this extraordinary open-air theatre to life in a 45 minute guided tour, with colourful stories of the 1599 Globe, the reconstruction process in the 1990s and how the building works today as an imaginative and experimental theatre space. Take a seat ‘within this wooden ‘O’’ – listen, absorb and ask questions as the secrets of the Globe unfold. Explore the new exhibition space and become immersed in the sights, sounds, and smells of Shakespeare's London.
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What‘s Included
Entrance to the interactive exhibition
Guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
Meeting points
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe Walk, London United Kingdom
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
637 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shakespeare Globe Tour
Albert L,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fabulous time with Mick our tour guide. Insightful, funny and paved the tour nicely.
One of London’s best attractions we have visited
isobelr679,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We weren’t sure if we should book a tour or a play. Having booked the tour we could not have been more pleased! It was excellent! Informative, interesting and delivered with wit and humour by Clive. A great introduction to the history of the theater and delivered in such a way that we will definitely book to see plays in the future. Thanks Clive, a brilliant performance !
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Travel25437011774,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great tour, guide was brilliant, sorry can't remember her name. Rehearsals were on inside, so got an idea of what a play would be like there. Would recommend doing the tour and the museum was worth a look too.
Magical Mick
rachelbK6448SJ,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic tour, loved every second of it. I have, as a Shakespeare and Tudor fan, always wanted to go and it didn't disappoint. The highlight was Cockney Mick who was as entertaining off the stage as i would imagine he is on it. Thank you for making it magical Mick
Fantastic Tour!
eugenet815,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a magical experience at the Globe Guided Tour with Cockney Mick! Mick did a wonderful job of bringing the history of the theatre to life using story telling and humour as well as fascinating facts!!! BRAVO Mick!!!
Great tour!
Gybbsy,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0021 of us were treated to an excellent tour by cockney Mick! Very interesting tour and lots of history about the theatre.
Excellent Tour Guide - Cockney Mick
881declanf,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cockney Mick was an excellent tour guide, fun and educational. The tour was just the right length.
historic
johnny1013,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00very fascinating and fu tour with friends
Great tour!
362amyf,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was WONDERFUL! Very informative and the guide was hilarious. Loved getting to see the ins and outs of the theater and learn more about the history of it. Highly recommend - this was well worth the money!
I had expectations (not met) that there would be a deeper exploration of the history of the theater, the performances, images, and documents of.
Leonardo S,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Just being in the place is exciting. We saw actors in rehearsal, and it was the most original part of the tour.
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