Globe Theatre Tours 2026

About Globe Theatre Tours 2026

Globe Theatre Tours 2026 at Shakespeare’s Globe is part of Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour. It combines a guided visit through the Globe Theatre with time in the exhibition space, where you can explore over 400 years of history, seasonal displays, and interactive costumes and props.

Expert Guides bring the story of the theatre’s wooden ‘O’ to life, from the original 1599 building through plague, fire and political oppression to its reconstruction in the 1990s. The tour also looks at the craftsmanship of the theatre and the scale of the audiences who once filled it.

Information sheets are available in a number of languages.

Key facts: Approximate duration is 2 hours, including a 50-minute guided tour and self-guided time in the exhibition space.

Before you book

All tours are in English and suitable for all ages. Information sheets are available in a number of languages.

The theatre is open-air and tours go ahead in all conditions, so dress for the weather.

No exchanges or refunds are available after purchase.

For access information, contact the box office at tickets@shakespearesglobe.com.

Venue

Shakespeare’s Globe, Bankside, London, UK, SE1 9DT.

The tour starts at the Bankside entrance.