- Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre - This is viewed from Globe View Walk on the north side of the river whilst walking up Thames Path North with a stop opposite.
- Blackfriars Bridge - From the Thames via the side of Blackfriars bridge to the site of the first Blackfriars playhouse and the Gatehouse on Carter Lane.
- St. Paul’s Cathedral - Encircling St Paul’s Cathedral along Cheapside, and up Milk Street.
- St. Mary-le-Bow - Pass by and hear about the bells of London.
- Guildhall - Pass and hear about the history of the liveries, and Shakespeare’s first folio housed in the Guildhall and the remains of the Roman amphitheatre.
- Roman wall ofLondonium - See the ruins of the Roman Wall on Noble Street and the plaque showing Shakespeare’s Lodgings on Silver Street.
- Barbican Highwalk - Experience a little known and exciting walkway through the Barbican estate with superb views and history of the estate and Barbican Centre.
- Barbican Centre - The home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, hear of it’s history, view St Giles Cripplegate and a 20 minute rest and refreshment break before carrying on down silk street to Shoreditch.
- Bunhill Fields - Walk up Whitecross street, see the site of the Fortune Playhouse then Cross the boundary to Shoreditch and hear of the history of the burial ground.
- The Old Blue Last - Voluntary stop for final refreshment at end of tour, on the site of the original Shakespeare Playhouses Curtain Road/New Inn Yard
- Actor-guided narration
- No entry fees
- No refreshments, food or drink provided by host
An innovative tour is available that takes you through the work-life of Shakespeare in London, following its historical roots. This tour is conducted by an expert actor guide, commencing from Cannon Street Station on the river’s northern side. The tour includes a visit to the world-famous Globe Theatre and traces its evolution from its beginning in Shoreditch, stopping at significant locations in the past of the Elizabethan Renaissance Theatre and Playhouses. Your guide, an actor himself, will narrate the history of the earliest British theatre, interspersed with apt speeches and quotes from Shakespeare taken from various parts of the tour that are abundant with history, literature, theatricality, comedy, tragedy, fact, fiction, and drama. The tour is not just bound to the past, but also embraces current attractions and references, such as incredible street art in Shoreditch, a thrilling passage through the Barbican estate, and transgresses boundaries and genres. This 2-hour tour has a 20-minute break at the Barbican Arts Centre, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s dwelling, and wraps up on Curtain Road in Shoreditch.
- Stairs included
- 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
- Single tickets will be made available on some tours that are definitely operating
- 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 Cannon Street Station and Barbican
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.