
Shakespeare in London Private Tour
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4.3/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Shakespeare in London Private Tour worth booking?
Shakespeare in London Private Tour is a 3.3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $295 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (15)
- Duration
- 3.3 hours
- From
- $295 per person
Private tour – just you with your fun and informative guide. Learn more about how Shakespeare lived, worked and spent his time in London. Your fun and informative guide will take you to the places where the great bard d
What you get
About this experience
Private tour – just you with your fun and informative guide. Learn more about how Shakespeare lived, worked and spent his time in London. Your fun and informative guide will take you to the places where the great bard drank, prayed and acted. Visit Southwark Cathedral, Borough Market as well as Sam Wanamaker's wonderful Globe Theatre for their interesting in-house tour. Tour includes admission to the official Globe Theatre tour. Each tour guest receives a copy of some of the Bard's famous expressions/sayings.
What's included
Included
- Globe Theatre in-house tour included
- Guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
The original Globe existed a short two blocks away from Sam Wanamaker's wonderful replica. Your guide will take you to the original site as well as escort you into the Globe where you will enjoy the official in-house tour of the Globe. Fascinating!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Golden Hinde
This is a life-size model of the original Golden Hinde that Sir Francis Drake sailed around the world in 1577. He was commissioned by Queen Elizabeth who was both Drake's and Shakespeare's queen.
10 minutes here
South Bank
Our tour takes place in what Londoners call SOUTH BANK. In Shakespeare's time this was the " Las Vegas " of London where activities such as bull-baiting and theatre could legally take place, unlike in the CITY of London on the other side of the Thames, where the puritan city fathers considered theatre to be the " work of the devil".
180 minutes here
Winchester Palace
The ruins are here and it was the Bishop of Winchester who was the owner of all the land on South Bank at the time, including the pubs, the brothels and the theatres as well.
10 minutes here
Southwark Anglican Cathedral
Will Shakespeare and his brother Edmond ( who is buried here ) both would have worshipped here. Today, the Cathedral has a very active Church of England congregation and is where many community concerts, etc. take place. Your guide will how you the Harvard University chapel as well as the beautiful Shakespeare stained-glass window.
45 minutes here
Borough Market
Our guide will take you into London's famous Borough Market, which goes back to Elizabethan times and is a place that Shakespeare would undoubtedly have been familiar with, as for may years he lived in the area. Today, you will find everything from gourmet coffee to organic vegetables to tasty takeaways.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Globe Theatre on Bankside. Large glass doors on east side of building by the Starbucks.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Globe Theatre on Bankside. Large glass doors on east side of building by the Starbucks.
Options you can book
Shakespeare in London Tour
Tour explores where the Bard drank, acted and worshipped on London's wonderful South Bank. Tour includes the official inhouse Globe Theatre tour. All admissions are included.
Adults/Seniors
Adults/Seniors
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Graham Bleasdale t/a Greenwich Royal Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Shakespeare in London Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful Tour!
The Shakespeare in London tour was outstanding!! Our tour guide, Mike, was absolutely incredible. He knew all sorts of great historical and literary facts. The picture he painted of Shakespeare’s London was so vivid. He was funny, kind, and simply lovely. The tour of the Globe theatre gave all of us chills. This was a private tour with just me and my two daughters on our first day in London. I could not have asked for a better way to start our vacation. I highly recommend this tour, and especially Mike.
via Tripadvisor
Perfect Tour for Shakespeare Lovers!
What a wonderful morning! Lesley gave us a absolutely customized tour. As theatre lovers, we walked in Shakespeare's footsteps, including stops for snacks! The tour culminated with a tour of The Globe. I would highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Great
The Shakespeare Walking Tour in London offers a fascinating journey through the playwright's life, visiting key historical sites with engaging guides. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and history buffs alike!
via Tripadvisor
Met expectations
Met my expectations, great guide, wish I had time to see a play too, to experience how they were done back in the day.
via Viator
Great experience
Great tour.everyone loved and enjoyed this visit.Lots of things to know n a great interest for kids as well.good for kids holiday time tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Shakespeare in London Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Shakespeare in London Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $295 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Shakespeare in London Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Shakespeare in London Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Shakespeare in London Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Shakespeare in London Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Shakespeare in London Private Tour?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 3.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Shakespeare in London Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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