Shakespeare London Walking Tour

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London, England

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Finding authentic Shakespeare sites in London can be tricky without local insight. This private tour solves that by guiding you to landmarks tied to the Bard, while a former professional actor brings the stories to life with dramatic readings. Learn about his life, works, and controversies—including religion and authorship—ensuring a richer, more engaging experience than wandering the city on your own.

Cover more ground than you would alone with an efficient walking route
Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on a private tour
Check off multiple sites of interest without having to research or plan
Benefit from the insider knowledge of a local guide

What's Included

Professional guide/actor

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Blackfriars
179 Queen Victoria St, London EC4V 4DY, UK
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

Underground Ltd, Aldersgate St, Barbican, London EC1A 4JA, UK

Operating hours
.11:00 am

Itinerary

Blackfriars Bridge

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barbican Centre (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
This tour will go ahead come rain or shine, so please wear comfortable and weather appropriate walking shoes and clothing.
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 28 reviews

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A fun, informative trip @...

Catherine_H, Mar 2026

A fun, informative trip @ South London to learn @ Shakespeare and his haunts. Guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic.

It was the best!...

Julcsi_S, Apr 2025

It was the best! Informational, funny, perfectly organized, I really recommend it to every Shakespeare-lover!

Decan is awesome.

Sean_L, Jan 2025

Knowledgeable curator of Shakepeare. Entertaining storytelling. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to know obscure facts of the great writer.

Different side to Shakespeare

Christine_E, Jan 2025

Informative, interesting and funny. Declan is an excellent guide. I am 77 and it was a comfortable walk

Excellent tour....such sights to see!

Patti_L, Aug 2023

Declan was a wonderful guide who was able to bring Shakespeare's story to life. The walk took us to places that I never would have thought to access on my own. I highly recommend this tour, whether you are a fan of the Bard or just want to learn more about London's great history.