Shakespeare's Globe Story & Guided Tour

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Available to 31 October 2025

Book now from £27.00

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Get your Shakespeare's Globe tickets for a guided tour of one of the most iconic theatres in London

Explore London's iconic Globe Theatre where expert guides bring to life the story of one of London's most famous and iconic theatres. 

  • Take a 45-50 minute guided tour of the iconic Globe Theatre
  • Learn all about the life and works of William Shakespeare in London
  • Relive some of the theatre's past shows 
  • Try on original stage costumes in the exhibition
  • You may even see some of the theatre production teams at work!

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Discover the stories and secrets of Shakespeare’s iconic open-air theatre, right in the heart of London

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.”

Explore the iconic Globe Theatre, where expert guides bring to life the captivating history of this famous wooden 'O'. Learn how the original 1599 theatre endured the plague, fire, and political oppression, and was reborn in the 1990s through one man’s visionary efforts. 

The 50-minute tour is led by guides and storytellers who vividly recreate the Elizabethan atmosphere through stage fighting and a lesson on 17th-century script printing.

In addition to your tour, you can also visit the new walk-through exhibition space, where you can immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and secrets of Shakespeare’s London, spanning over 400 years of history. Relive some of the Globe’s most iconic shows with seasonally curated displays, and even prepare for the stage yourself with interactive costumes and props!

21 New Globe Walk,
Bankside,
London
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How to find us

On foot

There are excellent footpaths along the river from Waterloo and from Southwark Bridge. The Millennium Footbridge is 50 metres from the theatre.

Train

Local stations are: Blackfriars (10 minute walk, South Bank exit, lifts to street level from platform); London Bridge (15 minute walk); Cannon Street (20 minute walk) and Waterloo (25 minute walk).

Bike

There are uncovered public bike racks on Bankside and New Globe Walk, both 10 metres from the theatre. There is also a Transport for London Santander Cycle Hire docking point on New Globe Walk.

Bus

Local routes include: 45, 63, 100 (to Blackfriars Bridge); 11, 15, 17, 26 (to Mansion House); 76 (to St Paul’s Cathedral); 344 (from Liverpool Street Station, towards Clapham, on Southwark Bridge Road) and 381, 344 (towards Liverpool Street Station, on Southwark Street).

  • Gift Shop
  • Restaurant
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Cloakroom
  • Toilets

Yes! Shakespeare's Globe have disabled access & toilets, guide dogs are allowed, and cater to many other disabilities.

All tours are in English and suitable for all ages!

The Globe is an open-air theatre and tours go ahead in all conditions so dress for the weather.

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