Shakespeare and Shoreditch Promenade Walking Tour in London
$20.59from $18.53
This immersive theatrical experience takes Shakespeare’s London working life back to its roots. Led by professional actor-guide, meeting by Cannon Street Station, north of the river, to view the world renowned Globe theatre, tracing its story backwards to its place of inception in Shoreditch via key points in the history of Elizabethan Renaissance Theatre. A player guide will recount the history of the first British Playhouse, including performing suitable Shakespearian speeches and quotes at key points on the walk. 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, and crosses boundaries and genres on the way. Two hours of walking plus a 20 min interval at the Barbican Arts Centre, home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, ending on Curtain Road, Shoreditch. Groups are small and exclusive up to six people only.
An actor guide narrator
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
- Stairs included
- 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
- Single tickets will be made available on some tours that are definitely operating
- 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 Cannon Street Station and Barbican