Southwark to Shoreditch Shakespeare Promenade
Overview
This immersive theatrical experience takes Shakespeare's work life back to its roots. Led by professional actor guide, meet Mansion House Tube, cross Southwark bridge, to view the world renowned Globe theatre, then over the Millennium Bridge, to trace the Globe's history 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) plus 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+.
What's Included
- An actor guide narrator
- No entry fees
- No refreshments, food or drink provided by host
Meeting Location
Mansion House
Cannon Street, London EC4N 6JD, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
New Inn Yard
London, UK
Outside the new Shakespeare Museum, 10 minutes from Old Street Tube (Northern Line) and 15 mins from Liverpool Street (Central Line)
What To Expect
Southwark Bridge
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Millennium Bridge
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Playhouse Yard
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Paul's Cathedral
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Guildhall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Roman wall ofLondonium
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Barbican Highwalk
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bunhill Fields
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Barbican Centre
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
New Inn Yard
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shoreditch
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- 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
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-428637P1
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 5 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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