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Overview

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+.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Dowgate Hill, England, EC4R 2SH, United Kingdom

The guide will be outside Tallow Chandlers Hall, Dowgate Hill, next to Cannon Street Station.

End Point

End point

Outside the new Shakespeare Museum, 10 minutes from Old Street Tube (Northern Line) and 15 mins from Liverpool Street (Central Line)

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Thames River
Walking the Thames path on the north bank, viewing the Globe Theatre from across the river, before continuing to Blackfriars
Duration: 20 mins
2. Playhouse Yard
The site of the Blackfriars Dominican Monastery and of the 1st and second Blackfriars Playhouses
Duration: 5 mins
3. St. Paul's Cathedral
Encircling St Paul's Cathedral along Cheapside, and up Milk Street.
Duration: 5 mins
4. Guildhall
See the Heminges and Condell Shakespeare statue on Love Lane featuring Shakespeare's folio held housed in the Guildhall. View Guildhall and hear history and speech.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Roman wall ofLondonium
See the ruins of the Roman Wall on Noble Street and the plaque showing Shakespeare's Lodgings on Silver Street.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Barbican Highwalk
Experience a little known and exciting walkway through the Barbican estate with superb views and history of the estate and Barbican Centre.
Duration: 10 mins
7. 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.
Duration: 10 mins
8. Barbican Centre
Enter Barbican via walkways, learn history of the Barbican Centre (London home of the Royal Shakespeare Company)
Duration: 10 mins
9. New Inn Yard
The site of the first playhouse The Theatre, and now the site for The Shakespeare Museum
Duration: 5 mins
10. Shoreditch
Walking through the modern district of Shoreditch towards Curtain Road
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

An actor guide narrator

Exclusion

No entry fees

No refreshments, food or drink provided by host

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

Supplied by Lights of London Productions

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