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Shakespeare London Walking Tour

5.0 (32 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Shakespeare London Walking Tour

About this activity

Literature buffs and drama fans will thrill to this Shakespearean tour on the North bank of the Thames, guided by a former professional actor. Learn about Shakespeare’s London: his friends, his work colleagues, the places he knew.

Travel back in time to Tudor London on a walking tour with an actor/guide

See sights linked to the Bard as you explore the City of London

As you learn about the dramatist’s London life, your guide will perform some of the famous Speeches

Visit locations of Shakespeare houses, plus see where 'Othello,' 'Macbeth,' and 'King Lear' were written

Whole sections on Shakespeare’s religion, sexuality and vocabulary

Private and Luxury Art Tours Walking Tours City Tours Literary Tours Small Group Excellent Quality Short term availability

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 12 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Brit Icon Tours

Ages: Children (12–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guide/actor

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Blackfriars Bridge

    5 min

    Tour starting point

  2. Barbican Centre

    Passing by

    End of the tour

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Arrive 15 minutes early at your meeting point as the tour will leave promptly. Your Guide Declan meets you right outside the only exit at Blackfriars UNDERGROUND STATION on the Circle and District lines, NOT Blackfriars on the Thameslink line. If you have any problems please call 07905 746733.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • This tour will go ahead come rain or shine, so please wear comfortable and weather appropriate walking shoes and clothing.

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 32 reviews
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