Private tour

Shakespeare in London Private Tour

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Shakespeare in London Private Tour
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This is for lovers of Shakesspeare and for anyone interested in Elizabethan London. Enjoy the official in-house Globe Theatre tour and visit Southwark Cathedral to admire its Shakespeare window.

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Duration 195 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Private group

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Katherine – United States

I loved how it accidentally became a private tour. Lesley was an amazing guide and we had a lovely morning and afternoon with her. We also learned SO MUCH! My only complaint, if any, is that it ran a little long. I’ll try to give more open time buffers next time. Otherwise, this was a highlight of our trip and one of the best days in town

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Lesley – United States

Lesley, my tour guide was fabulous. She is extremely knowledgeable. She tailored the tour to my interests. She took me through Borough Market, the largest and oldest fruit and public meeting place, the original site of the Globe Theater, the Anchor….the oldest pub in London, the Southwick Cathedral where Shakespeare’s youngest brother is buried. She gave me the history of the Globe theater and what London looked like in Shakespeare’s time. She gave me the demographics of London at the time of Shakespeare. We were able to see part of a rehearsal for Macbeth. We visited the gift shop and the permanent Shakespeare museum in the basement of the Globe Theater. This was a dream come true for me! I loved this tour. I would highly recommend this tour! Thank you, Lesley!

Highlights

  • See where Shakespeare acted, drank with fellow actors, and worshipped
  • Enjoy the official in-house tour of Sam Wanamaker's Globe Theatre
  • Admire the stunning Shakespeare stained glass window in Southwark Cathedral
  • See the site of the original Globe Theatre where Shakespeare's plays were performed
  • Gaze at the ruins of Winchester Palace and the notorious Clink Prison

Full description

- Private tour – just you with your fun and informative guide. - Moderate fitness required for this guided walking tour. - Itinerary incudes: Southwark Cathedral where Shakespeare worshipped, Burrough Market, site of the original Globe Theatre and official in-house Globe Theatre tour. - All admissions included. - Cost: £245 pounds per person for a couple. Add more people and price per person reduced. - Children 5 and under free. - Tour runs DAILY: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meeting Point: Globe Theatre on South Bank at large glass doors on east side of building, across from the Starbucks. Enjoy a unique half-day walking tour and experience all things Shakespeare! With your local English guide you’ll visit the famous Ferryman's Seat, the site of the Rose Theatre, the site of the original Globe Theatre, and the ruins of Winchester Palace. Walk by the historic Clink Prison and by Southwark Cathedral, with its stained-glass Shakespeare window. You’ll also enjoy the official in-house tour of the Globe Theatre. Let your entertaining tour guide show you the lanes walked by Shakespeare in the old Southbank pleasure district, church pews where he worshiped, and pubs where he drank with his fellow actors. You’ll stop at the half-way point at the smart café located in the Cathedral, for a bit of a rest and to enjoy tea, coffee, and pastries. You'll then work your way back from the Cathedral towards Sam Wanamaker's amazing recreation of the Globe Theatre, where there'll be time to enjoy their official guided tour. Afterwards you can enjoy the exhibition area of the theater at your leisure.

Includes

  • Admission fees
  • Café refreshments

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Meeting point

Globe Theatre on Bankside. Large glass doors on east side of building by the Starbucks.

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Important information

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  • Tours are conducted daily. This is a walking tour so be sure to dress comfortably for the season. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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Katherine – United StatesMay 7, 2024 – Verified booking
I loved how it accidentally became a private tour. Lesley was an amazing guide and we had a lovely morning and afternoon with her. We also learned SO MUCH! My only complaint, if any, is that it ran a little long. I’ll try to give more open time buffers next time. Otherwise, this was a highlight of our trip and one of the best days in town
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesAugust 26, 2023 – Verified booking
Excellent guide!
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Lesley – United StatesJune 28, 2023 – Verified booking
Lesley, my tour guide was fabulous. She is extremely knowledgeable. She tailored the tour to my interests. She took me through Borough Market, the largest and oldest fruit and public meeting place, the original site of the Globe Theater, the Anchor….the oldest pub in London, the Southwick Cathedral where Shakespeare’s youngest brother is buried. She gave me the history of the Globe theater and what London looked like in Shakespeare’s time. She gave me the demographics of London at the time of Shakespeare. We were able to see part of a rehearsal for Macbeth. We visited the gift shop and the permanent Shakespeare museum in the basement of the Globe Theater. This was a dream come true for me! I loved this tour. I would highly recommend this tour! Thank you, Lesley!

Product ID: 45997

Activity provider:Greenwich Royal Tours

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