London: 2-Hour Shakespeare Walking Tour
ID: GYG97902-138726
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Step back in time to the London of William Shakespeare and follow in the footsteps of the world's most famous playwright on a 2-hour walking tour. Explore historic buildings connected to a writer who has changed the world of literature and theatre.
Join this 2-hour walking tour through London, a city that was his home for the greatest part of his life. Even though London has changed a lot over 450 years, especially after the Great Fire and the Blitz, you will still be able to explore the history and the city life of the world's most famous playwright, who is considered the greatest English language author who ever lived.
Starting off at Blackfriars Station, not far from the Blackfriars Theatre, the lost sister theatre to the Globe, you will learn more about the life of theater during the time of the author. Along the way, you will hear readings and learn about the 16th and 17th-century London that inspired Shakespeare and helped shape some of his well-known plays.
Follow directly in the footsteps of William Shakespeare as you discover hidden or little-known memorials to him including statues, plaques, busts, and even a totem pole. In addition to all of this, the icing on the cake is that your guide, who is a former professional actor, will illuminate the tour with a few of Shakespeare’s sublime speeches.
Highlights
- Find out how Shakespeare would have spoken
- Explore Shakespearean London with an expert guide and enjoy speeches from the Bard's works along the way
- Discover a towering, yet hidden, monument which was created from one of his best-known monologues
- See London in an interesting way and learn all about this world-renowned playwright
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• This tour will go ahead come rain or shine, so please wear comfortable and weather appropriate walking shoes and clothing
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet your guide at the exit of Blackfriars Underground Station
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
