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Our Guided Tours here at Shakespeare’s Globe are an experience 400 years in the making.

Immerse yourself in our thrilling history as part of Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour, visit us as a group, school or family, or explore the secrets and stories of our local area, Bankside, and beyond on one of our walking tours?

We also offer speciality themed tours including a Pride Guided Tour, Shakespeare’s Printers & Playscripts Tour, show-specific tours and our Members’ Only Heaven to Hell Tour.

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Be transported back to Shakespeare’s London, discover the magic of stagecraft, and explore the iconic Globe Theatre itself as part of Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour.

In our brand-new, walk-through exhibition space, you’ll be immersed in the sights, sounds, and secrets of Shakespeare’s London, travelling through over 400 years of fascinating history.

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Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour

1 April - 29 October

Join our Family Globe Theatre Guided Tour, ideal for families with children aged 7- 11 years old.

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Family Sword Fighting Demonstration

1 April - 27 August

Bankside

Join the Globe Fight Team for a demonstration of Early Modern stage combat, learn about historical sword fighting, handle the weapons, and have your photo taken with the swords we use for our Exhibition fights.

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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

19 April - 31 October

Globe Theatre

A special family-friendly spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre which brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.

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Visiting London as a group, society or school? Celebrating a special occasion? Create an unforgettable theatre experience by visiting Shakespeare’s Globe!

Your group of up to 30 people can enjoy Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour with a discounted ticket rate, plus take advantage of special dining options at Swan Bar & Restaurant.

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Pride Guided Tour

30 March - 30 September

Step inside our iconic wooden ‘O’ for a special tour that brings to life the queer characters and stories from Shakespeare's life and writing, and Elizabethan London.

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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

19 April - 31 October

Globe Theatre

A special family-friendly spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre which brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.

SELECT DATE Discover more

Heaven to Hell Tour

16 April

Globe Theatre

Join our Members-exclusive Heaven to Hell experience and discover the backstage world of Shakespeare's Globe.

MEMBERS' ONLY Discover more

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A Midsummer Night's Dream Guided Tour

29 April - 6 June

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the characters, plot and themes of Shakespeare’s intoxicating comedy.

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The Comedy of Errors Guided Tour

13 May - 29 July

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the plot, characters and themes of Shakespeare’s madcap comedy.

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As You Like It Guided Tour

19 August - 28 October

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the characters, plot and themes of Shakespeare’s fantastical tale.

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Macbeth Guided Tour

26 August - 28 October

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the plot, characters and history of Shakespeare’s epic tragedy.

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Shakespeare's Walking Tour

27 March - 31 October

This unique experience includes access to our brand-new walk-through exhibition space – bringing 400 years of thrilling history to life – and a walking tour of Bankside, London’s original theatre district.

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Shakespeare's True Crimes Walking Tour

5 April - 29 October

Bankside

Explore the streets around the Globe with expert Guides and discover the intriguing criminal history of the Bankside area and its people, including Shakespeare himself.

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Twilight Walking Tour

30 March - 29 October

Bankside

Explore the Bankside area and be transported back to London's 'Kingdom of Night' and discover Shakespeare's fascination with the dark.

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Shakespeare's Printers and Playscripts Walking Tour

23 April - 11 October

Bankside

A Walking Tour of Bankside and St Paul's to mark the First Folio 400th anniversary. Learn about what printing meant to Shakespeare and the colourful world of banned books.

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Swan is set over two floors, with stunning views of the Thames and St Paul’s.

Explore the bar and restaurant opening times, read menus and familiarise yourself with Swan’s Covid policy online.

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Opened in 2014, and named after the Globe’s founder, the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse explores the experiences of actors and audiences in indoor playhouses in contrast to the more expansive, public spaces of the open-air theatres like the Globe.

More information coming soon!

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Everything you need to know to plan your visit to our Guided Tours.

Opening times, information about getting here, our recently-published Covid-19 safety measures, and more.

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Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour

27 March - 31 October

Globe Theatre

This unique experience includes access to our brand-new walk-through exhibition space – bringing 400 years of thrilling history to life – and a guided tour of the Globe Theatre itself.

SELECT DATE Discover more

Shakespeare's True Crimes Walking Tour

5 April - 29 October

Bankside

Explore the streets around the Globe with expert Guides and discover the intriguing criminal history of the Bankside area and its people, including Shakespeare himself.

SELECT DATE Discover more

Pride Guided Tour

30 March - 30 September

Step inside our iconic wooden ‘O’ for a special tour that brings to life the queer characters and stories from Shakespeare's life and writing, and Elizabethan London.

SELECT DATE Discover more

Shakespeare's Printers and Playscripts Walking Tour

23 April - 11 October

Bankside

A Walking Tour of Bankside and St Paul's to mark the First Folio 400th anniversary. Learn about what printing meant to Shakespeare and the colourful world of banned books.

SELECT DATE Discover more

Heaven to Hell Tour

16 April

Globe Theatre

Join our Members-exclusive Heaven to Hell experience and discover the backstage world of Shakespeare's Globe.

MEMBERS' ONLY Discover more

A close up of a smirking woman against a blue backdrop. She is covered in dirt and foliage and has insects flying around her unruly hair.

A Midsummer Night's Dream Guided Tour

29 April - 6 June

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the characters, plot and themes of Shakespeare’s intoxicating comedy.

SELECT DATE Discover more

The torso of a man in Elizabethan dress appears from a hole in a blue backdrop with clouds. His legs also appear from a different hole in the ground.

The Comedy of Errors Guided Tour

13 May - 29 July

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the plot, characters and themes of Shakespeare’s madcap comedy.

SELECT DATE Discover more

A smiling model with long black hair and a fake mustache lies on the ground among foliage and mushrooms.

As You Like It Guided Tour

19 August - 28 October

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the characters, plot and themes of Shakespeare’s fantastical tale.

SELECT DATE Discover more

Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

19 April - 31 October

Globe Theatre

A special family-friendly spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre which brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s most chilling plays.

SELECT DATE Discover more

A young boy wearing a gold crown crouches barefoot on a tree stump. He is surrounded by barren land and many other tree stumps.

Macbeth Guided Tour

26 August - 28 October

Globe Theatre

Explore the Globe Theatre and be introduced to the plot, characters and history of Shakespeare’s epic tragedy.

SELECT DATE Discover more