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Visiting London as a group, society or school? Celebrating a special occasion? Create an unforgettable theatre experience by visiting Shakespeare’s Globe on our Globe Theatre Guided Tour, winner of Best Guided Tour at the 2024 London For Groups Awards !

Your group of up to 30 people will enjoy a discounted ticket rate, plus take advantage of special dining options at Swan Bar & Restaurant .

Use this page to explore your options for booking a tour , add on a performance or food & drink options and find out everything you need to know to plan your visit . Plus information about celebrating a special occasion with us and booking a theatre tour for your school .

Design your visit using the information on this page, then get in touch to book using our booking form .

GLOBE THEATRE GUIDED TOUR

Our iconic Globe Theatre is a faithful reconstruction of the open-air playhouse in which Shakespeare worked, and for which he wrote many of his most famous plays!

Our expert guide-storytellers will provide your group with a fascinating tour of the Globe Theatre auditorium, vividly recreating colourful stories of the 1599 Playhouse, the London Shakespeare would have known and the Globe reconstruction process in the 1990s.

Our guides will also bring the theatre to life, exploring how the wooden ‘O’ works today as an imaginative and experimental space for performance.

You’ll also have the opportunity to explore our brand-new, walk-through exhibition space. Immerse your group in the sights, sounds, and secrets of Shakespeare’s London, travelling through over 400 years of fascinating history. You’ll be able to relive some of our most iconic shows with seasonally curated displays, and even have the chance to get ready for the stage yourself with interactive costumes and props.

Tours given in English. Written information sheets available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese or Simplified Chinese.

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TICKETS Our ticket prices are changing, please contact us for up-to-date information

Running time approx. 2 hours (including a 50 minute guided tour and self-guided time in our exhibition space)

Every 11th person goes free when you book 10 tickets. Our maximum group size per tour guide is 45 – if you would like to split into smaller groups, we can offer an additional guide for £65.00 to facilitate a more personal experience. A £2.50 booking fee is applied to all group bookings. Please read the full terms and conditions .

Find out how to get here, where to stay and read our FAQs.

Everything you need to know about our access offering, including a full list of upcoming access performances.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

During your visit, it’s possible that the Globe Tour will visit multiple floors within the theatre. These levels are accessed by four or eight flights of stairs, using our external stairway tower.

We are able to offer limited level access to seats in the Middle and Upper galleries. For more information, please contact email  or call us on 0207 4019919 .

PERFORMANCES

Tours can also be combined with a matinee or evening performance in either our Globe Theatre or Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, giving your group the opportunity to see the theatre or playhouse in action during a performance.

Browse our ‘What’s on’ and click ‘By date’ to see shows happening on the same day as your tour.

When you enquire via our booking form, please state which production and performance date and time you are interested in, for example, ‘Twelfth Night, Monday 2 August, 7.00pm’.

Please note that there may be a limited number of tickets in each price band so larger groups may need to purchase a variety of different ticket prices – you will be advised about this when making your booking.

FOOD & DRINK

Break, refuel or relax at the start or end of your tour – enjoy dining at  Swan Bar & Restaurant .

Swan has beautiful dining rooms and private spaces which overlook St. Paul’s Cathedral and the majestic River Thames. Take in the stunning views of London whilst enjoying an exquisite afternoon tea experience with a theatrical twist.

Photos of Swan Bar & Restaurant (2021)

When making your booking, don’t forget to purchase one of our beautifully-illustrated guidebooks .

This lavish guide contains sections on Shakespeare’s London, the building of the first theatres, the history of the Globe Theatre and more. These make the perfect souvenir to remind you of your visit.

Pre-order in advance, via your booking form below, for just £5.00 and these will be available for your group members to collect when you arrive.

Looking to bring your school group to a tour of the Globe Theatre?

Whether you’re a primary school, secondary school or international school group, our tours are suitable for all ages and geared towards all Key Stages.

You can also combine your tour with a workshop, which is a great way for pupils to engage with Shakespeare.

Get in touch using the online booking form below and we will be happy to discuss your requirements.

SPECIAL OCCASSIONS

Parties consisting of 14 people or fewer who would like the intimacy of a private tour can get in touch to find out more. This could include a tour to celebrate an occasion such as a birthday or anniversary, or a private tour to pop that special question!

Our Ticketing & Sales team would be more than happy to arrange your visit, whatever your party size or requirement, to help you create that memorable day.

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Shakespeare's Globe Guided Tours with Optional Shakespearean Afternoon Tea

• Enjoy an immersive guided tour of the theater
• Gain an in depth understanding of Shakespeare
• Upgrade to have afternoon tea at Swan at the Globe
• Guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (maximum 30 people)
• Guided tour and Shakespearean themed afternoon tea, if option selected
• Entry/Admission - Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Visitors need to arrive at the entrance of the Groundling Gates on Bankside opposite the river, where a staff member will greet you at an outdoor information pod.
• We advise visitors arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure.
• Most travelers can participate
• Duration of guided tour is 50 minute.
• The Globe is a working theatre, tour times vary due to performance schedules or sometimes take place during rehearsals (giving you an exclusive look at the rehearsal process!).
• Guided tours take place in all weathers.
• There is no dress code, but we recommend visitors wear appropriate clothing and footwear as tours take place outdoors.
• Tuesday to Saturday afternoon tea is served at 1.00pm if option is chosen
• Sunday afternoon tea is served at 12.00pm if option is chosen
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

• Grandmastreasures 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Thoroughly enjoyable tour Thoroughly interesting and enjoyable tour of the theatre. Our guide Llyr was very knowledgeable , entertaining and made the tour fun. Worth every penny. Read more Written March 19, 2024
• ChrisRville 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A glimpse into theatrical history We had a fantastic tour with our guide Llyr. He was extremely knowledgeable and engaging and we learned so much about not just the Globe but about theatre in Shakespeare’s time. Read more Written March 18, 2024
• orint2024 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles “True crime” Shakespeare walking tour with Michael Michael did a great job showing us around the area, giving us entertaining insights on the “true crime” aspects of Shakespeare’s life. It also included some tucked-away historical sites and other gems we would not have stumbled upon otherwise. An afternoon well spent! Read more Written March 15, 2024
• markhF2708HP 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Bench seats at the Wannamaker. We Booked for the Sam Wannamaker Theatre showing the Duchess of malfi. We have been to the Globe before and it was excellent, we kind of expected the same ish thing. We were A bit disappointed, it is really our fault, because we just expected it to be like before and in Shakespearian costumes! which was not the case, (also, some old language and some new) we knew it would be a small theatre!! but, the seats!!!! so uncomfortable, so, be prepared, your back... Read more Written March 5, 2024
• sally1957 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Globe tour On a lovely day my family and I went on a tour of the Globe. We had a marvellous guard who was jolly and informative. The museum was great. Easy to negotiate and understand. At the end we felt that we would like to watch a production in the future. Read more Written March 5, 2024
• pmac633 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A visit to the globe We attended the 1130 tour. The guide was knowledgable and made the facts fun. Both of us enjoyed the tour and it's history. Read more Written March 4, 2024
• ab0laj 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice performance Our tour was led by an exceptionally pleasant guide who orchestrated an unforgettable journey. The experience seamlessly blended entertainment and education, surpassing our expectations despite our initial doubts. I wholeheartedly endorse this tour, rain or shine. Read more Written February 29, 2024
• Ivisitedtheplace 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles pro con advice- my experience was "A Comedy of Errors" PROS * Amazing outstanding and fantastic theater * Great recreation of the original one * Active venue for actual live plays and performances * Full service site for historical information and tours CONS * It is a reconstructed full scale model, but of course it is not the real thing * Standing because of purchase of super- inexpensive ticket was not fun after a while "I VISITED THIS PLACE"... ... because I wanted to see this unique recreated building, and because i wanted to glance inside at the performance hall and arena. I managed to do both of those things, despite attempts of the security staff to prevent me from doing that. But then I saw that admission to the standing room area (sand on the floor) directly at the stage was 5GBP. Since I am a super thrifty budget traveler, I had not considered attending any theatrical performance anywhere in London (and the shows in the west end for a minimum of almost 30GBP for last upper row of sky-box did not interest me). But I couldn't avoid grabbing the experience of a real and live Shakespeare performance in the recreated theatre. So I returned that very next evening (after visiting and exploring the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and Sky Garden) and entered the standing room only area in the front. I love looking at and admiring the entire stage and performance area and I took many "helpful" 👍photos. The performance was also quite enjoyable, but it was difficult to stand for the entire time. WAS IT WORTH THE COST? Yes WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN? Yes ADVICE * Go and see the building and structure * Go and see a performance or go on a guided tour. FULL DISCLOSURE "I visited this place" with the plan to write a "helpful" review and to attach "helpful" photos here on tripadvisor, so if these did "help" you, please indicate that by tikking the "thumbs up" 👍 symbol. Thanks. Read more Written February 28, 2024
• isabel2023 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful journey into the past Yanette was my guide on this beautiful journey into the past. I loved the passionate way she spoke throughout the tour and the positive attitude she had in answering questions and guiding me along the way! Thank you so much for making this experience truly unforgettable. Read more Written February 27, 2024
• stevenmB3612RZ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Passionate guide Brilliant talk about the theatre and the history surrounding it. Think our guide was called Vincent, exceptional knowledge and passion. Thoroughly enjoyed and would highly recommend a visit. Read more Written February 22, 2024
• Paulista668 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles (Almost) much ado about nothing This was a rather flat tour of what is an excellent opportunity to present a playwright who seems as contemporary as when he wrote all those centuries ago. The fact that it is not the original site of the Globe is not important. The guide herself was good but she told us she was an actress and was, therefore, following a well rehearsed script. We were taken around the theatre and given some background information but learned virtually nothing about Shakespeare´s life or his most famous plays. All we saw was a bare stage on which I kept expecting actors to appear, put on a scene or two and bring this wooden DIY structure to life. Alas nothing of the sort. Just a predictable path to the souvenir shop. You might enjoy it but you haven´t really missed anything if you don´t go. Read more Written February 19, 2024
• brslNYC 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Don't miss the tour of the Globe Theatre! Seeing the Globe Theatre has been on our London to-do list for awhile and our visit this month did not disappoint. The tour guide, Cecily, was absolutely great, sharing her wide knowledge of Elizabethan London, Shakespeare, and the theatre itself in a very funny, entertaining way. The theatre, a reproduction of the original, is an amazing place, with its ornate stage, open air seating, and thatched roof. Definitely not to be missed. And the gift shop is very cool too! Tip: Probably the pleasantest and easiest way to get to the Globe is via the Uber Boat, which makes several stops in central London and then cruises downriver to the Bankside Pier, which is literally steps away from the theatre. Total travel time is 10-15 minutes, depending on where you board. Read more Written February 19, 2024
• travelsnobFortMyers 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Misleading Website Wasted our Time and Money We arrived at 3:50 pm at the ticket counter for the Dressing Demonstration to find out that we had missed the last showing by hours. The website seemed to indicate that it was on at 4 pm, but I was told it was a glitch. We wasted taxi money to get to the theatre and precious vacation time was lost. The staff working the ticket areas were not particularly knowledgeable nor especially apologetic. Overall, the experience was disappointing. Read more Written February 18, 2024
• susansI2743GX 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience What an amazing tour. Our guide brought it to life with quotes from Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets. He explained how the works evolved over time but I won’t say more, I don’t want to spoil it. The building is a beautiful reproduction of the original. I am now desperate to see a play there. Read more Written February 15, 2024
• Michelle1745 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice overview of the building and theatre history We did the 1/2 hour tour of the Globe on a whim. It was very worth while. I wish I could remember our guide's name; he did an excellent job talking about the building and the history of the how theatre was preformed during Shakespeare's time. Read more Written February 4, 2024

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Shakespeare's Globe Guided Tours with Optional Shakespearean Afternoon Tea provided by Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Tour: FAQs

What’s shakespeare’s globe.

Shakespeare’s Globe is a reconstruction of the 1599 Globe Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse where many of William Shakespeare’s plays had their debuts. And now you can find out all about it on a Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Tour.

So it isn’t the original?

No, that was demolished in 1644. This reconstruction stands just 230m from the original site. It is designed to be as faithful to the original as possible, and is based on lots of academic research into the features, size, materials and shape of the original.

Is it simply an attraction then?

No, Shakespeare’s Globe, like the original, is a working theatre. It is open air, with a thrust stage that leans out into the audience, as was the original Globe. The building provides cover for three tiers of seating, but most audience members stand, entirely unprotected from the elements. As such, the theatre put on performances during the summer only.

Do the tours run year round?

They are indeed. So whenever you’re looking to come to London, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to see the building from inside and dip your toe into a little London and Shakespeare history. Tours finish at midday during the performance season, which runs from April to October. But no tour is called off due to inclement weather. Because of the open-air nature of the yard, bring appropriate clothing if you think it’s going to rain.

What does the tour include?

Basically, you get taken into the theatre to see the thrust stage and the covered seating of the ‘Wooden O’. You’ll discover how plays were performed in Shakespeare’s time, and how the modern theatre tries to carry on the theatrical legacy of the Elizabethan stage. It’s particularly enlightening to consider the practical problems and considerations that affected the way Shakespeare developed his most famous works. You’re guided through the history of the original building and its modern reconstruction, getting introduced to fascinating real life characters who made the theatre what it was then, and what it is now.

Anything else?

There’s a self-guided exhibition area too, which you’re free to take a look at afterwards, or beforehand whilst you wait for your allocated time slot.

Can I stand on the stage?

Unfortunately not. It’s for safety reasons though, so fair enough. If you come as part of an educational group, you might be able to during one of the workshops. But for ordinary entry, nope. You do get incredibly close to it though. Just one tiny step and a giant leap from stardom.

Do I get to go backstage then?

There isn’t really much to see backstage at Shakespeare’s Globe. So no.

Does it last as long as Hamlet (Shakespeare’s longest play. A fact I definitely didn’t just look up)?

Blessedly, no. The tour last around 40 minutes. Which is about 10% as long as watching my school’s version of the Bard’s biggest hit felt.

Can I book in advance?

You can book advance tickets online. If you’re turning up on the day, get there early or else tickets may sell out. The quietest tour is the first one of the day, which runs at 9.30am.

I’m bringing my whole crew with me. We number 15 in total. Maybe more if Julie and Darren come to their senses and join the group. Can we just turn up?

First up, congratulations on having so many friends. You should consider forming your own acting troupe if you really know and like that many people. But no, you can’t just turn up if you’re bringing such a large number of people. You’ll need to book in advance, which you can do here.

What are the opening times?

Tours run every 30 minutes from 9.30am until 5pm year round. Apart from April to October, when performances are on. During this time, tours end at midday. It’s also during the performance period (when the weather’s nicer, really) that tours get busier. It’s best to turn up as early as you can during the summer months so that tickets don’t sell out on you.

Are tours in any languages other than English?

No, all tours are conducted in the language of Shakespeare. Although the dialogue is usually not so flowery or hard to follow. However, there are free information sheets available on the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Tour. They come in French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, Korean, Portuguese, Romanian, Greek and Hungarian.

Is the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Tour fully accessible?

Yes it is. Ask at the ticket office for more details if visiting with someone with hearing or sight difficulties.

How do I get to Shakespeare’s Globe?

Shakespeare’s Globe is positioned on the Southbank, right by the River Thames. It’s in an enviable position, right in the heart of London, just as the original 1599 Globe Theatre was. This means that it is easy to get to from a number of London locations. Take an easy stroll along the Thames from a nearby attraction. It’s a lovely way to arrive at this centre of theatrical history. You’ll also find it easily accessible by a number of cycle routes. The closest tube stations are Blackfriars and Mansion House, which are both a 10 minute walk away. MBNA Thames Clipper services drop you off at Bankside Pier, which is right by the theatre. There’s some limited parking for blue badge holders on New Globe Walk. If you’re on the train, Blackfriars Station is 10 minutes walk away, while London Bridge is 15. And for all your bussers out there, you can get the 45, 63 or 100 to Blackfriars, the 15 and 17 to Cannon Street; and the 11, 15, 17, 23, 26 and 76 to Mansion House.

How much does it cost to go on the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Tour?

Entry to the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Tour costs £17 for standard tickets. Children get in for £10, Seniors (60 years and over) for £15.50. Bring your ID if you’re a student, and you can get in for £13.50. Family tickets are £46. But entry is totally free with your London Pass. If you have any comments, leave them in the box below. And if you've got a hankering to meet more legendary Londoners... read on .

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The Ultimate Guide to visiting the Shakespeares Globe

Shakespeare’s globe ultimate guide.

Nestled near the Tate Modern and the Millennium Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre may seem a little out of place. It was, after all, designed after the original Globe Theatre which was built in 1599, (and then later rebuilt in 1614 after it was destroyed by a fire).

When it was first constructed, the Globe Theatre was located in the epicentre of London’s entertainment district on the Bankside in Southwark. Performances were put on by the Lord Chamberlain’s Men, and it is said that Shakespeare himself even sat in the theatre to watch his own performances.

The modern-day Globe Theatre is an oak-and-thatch replica of the original 1599 Elizabethan playhouse (which once sat about 200 metres from where the Globe stands today), and as a result concertgoers will feel as if they’ve been transported back to Elizabethan times when watching a performance.

Today the theatre serves as an open-air venue dedicated to the work of Shakespeare, and some of the many performances visitors can still watch at the playhouse include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, The Taming of the Shrew, and many, many more. Depending on the time of year, several plays, operas, comedy shows and candlelit concerts are held inside the playhouse as well.

Visitors can sit on the wooden benches (which can sit up to 340 people) surrounding the stage, or in any of the two tiers of galleried seating, and there are also productions held in the recently-opened Sam Wanamaker Playhouse (a candlelit indoor theatre located inside the Globe’s building). Attendees can even stand in the standing rabble directly in front of the stage, just as they did in the original theatre during Elizabethan times.

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Highlights

Not only does the Globe Theatre host numerous performances throughout the summer months, they also host guided tours of the playhouse as well as the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, which are led by the Globe’s many performers. During the tours, visitors are educated on the history of the Globe, and will also be shown costume and prop collections which are used during performances at the theatre.

Another highlight includes the Globe Theatre’s Exhibition, which educates visitors on Shakespeare’s life, as well as where he lived in London. It also gives some background on what Southwark would have looked like during Elizabethan times, as well as more information on the construction of the original playhouse.

Depending on when you visit, there may also be some temporary exhibitions and/or galleries being held inside the playhouse, which range from historical to photography exhibitions.

Special Tips

Getting There

Visiting the globe theatre.

Make sure you check the weather forecast before you book your tickets, as those in the standing area may be “exposed to the elements” while watching a performance; (it is an open-air theatre after all). The use of umbrellas is strictly forbidden, so make sure you bring an extra raincoat and warm shoes, just in case. If you’re worried about standing in the rain, there are seats available which are protected under a sound roof.

Guided tours of the Globe Theatre and the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse take about 30 minutes each, and you’re welcome to ask questions at the end of each tour. Visitors can also go on their own self-guided tour of the Exhibition which includes a complimentary audio guide that is available in several different languages; (visitors can pick up their audio guides at the admissions desk at the Exhibition). If no tour is running on the day of your visit, visitors can enter the Exhibition at a reduced price.

Visitors can also go on a tour to the Rose Theatre archaeological site (only on certain days when there is an afternoon matinee performance), to view the remains of the original Globe theatre. If you don’t feel like going on a tour, you can easily find the spot of the original theatre on your own, as it is marked with a plaque as well as information panels about 200 metres away from the Globe.

Ticket prices and Opening Hours

Due to the fact that the Globe is an open-air theatre, performances are only held from mid-April to mid-October. The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse theatre season is from October until April, but candlelit music concerts are performed here throughout the year.

Globe Theatre tours, on the other hand, run every day throughout the year (except December 24th and 25th); however, during the performance season tours finish around mid-day in order to allow time for matinee performances. Sam Wanamaker Playhouse tours are only available on selected days, and generally run every 30 minutes between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

The hours for the Globe Theatre tours are:

• 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mondays)
• 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Tuesday to Saturday)
• 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Sundays)

Both the Exhibition and tour tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served bases, so try to arrive at least 30 minutes before the final tour of the day to ensure yourself a spot.

For Shakespeare performances, seat ticket costs range depending on visibility. There are 700 standing tickets available (which offer the best views of the stage) and cost £5 each. Seating tickets for the lower, middle and upper galleries cost anywhere between £20 and £45.

If you want to watch a candlelit concert at the Globe Theatre, tickets cost £10 (for standing) or anywhere between £15 to £48 (for seating). Tickets for opera performances cost £10 (for standing) or £26-£79 (for seating), while tickets for comedy shows cost £10 (for standing) or £25-£35 (for seating).

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London: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Experience & Guided Tour

About the activity

Step inside this faithful recreation of William Shakespeare’s iconic Globe Theatre on a guided tour. Imagine it as it would have been at the center of London’s notorious bankside entertainment district.

• Free cancellation Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
• Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
• Live guiding English
• Start times - Available today 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:15 AM +12 more
• Duration 2 hours
• Globe Theatre entry ticket
• 50-minute guided tour
• 50-minute Globe experience
• Guided tour language sheets
• Be introduced to the world-famous Globe Theatre and life in Shakespeare's London
• Discover how shows were produced in Shakespeare's time and how the space is used today
• Learn how the open-air theatre was constructed using traditional techniques and is held together using 9,500 wooden pegs

Description

Your expert guide will bring this extraordinary open-air theatre to life in a 50 minute guided tour of the auditorium. Listen to colorful stories of the 1599 Globe, the reconstruction process in the 1990s, and how the building works today as an imaginative and experimental theatre space. Admire the architecture of the playhouse, an accurate reconstruction of the building where Shakespeare worked, and for which he wrote many of his most famous plays. Take a seat within this wooden O and listen, absorb, and ask questions as the secrets of the Globe unfold. In the walk-through exhibition space, you’ll be immersed in the sights, sounds, and secrets of Shakespeare’s London, travelling through over 400 years of fascinating history. You’ll be able to relive some of our most iconic shows with seasonally curated displays, and even have the chance to get ready for the stage yourself with interactive costumes and props.

• As this is a working theatre the tour times vary due to performance schedules or sometimes take place during rehearsal, giving you an exclusive look at the rehearsal process
• This tour operates in all weathers
• There is no dress code but it is recommended to wear appropriate clothing and footwear as the tour takes place outdoors
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure
• There are 9 steps leading up to the piazza, where your guided tour will start from. Step-free and wheelchair access is available, please speak to a member of the team for assistance
• Swan Bar & Restaurant is located on-site, pre-booking required

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Cyprus Theatre Museum celebrates World Theatre Day

C alling all theatre and performance art lovers, the Cyprus Theatre Museum joins festivities around the globe that celebrate World Theatre Day on March 27. The day also coincides with the museum’s 12 th anniversary as it was inaugurated on March 26, 2012 and to mark both occasions, it celebrates with free guided tours, performances and discussions.

On March 26 and 27, the Limassol museum will have free admission, opening its doors for visitors for all ages and backgrounds. At 5pm on Tuesday a free guided tour of the museum will be offered and at 8pm the museum will host the teenage theatrical performance FAT by Zoe Apostolidou, by the Cyprus Theatre Organisation.

The play is directed by Elena Socratous and is a production by Valitsa Theatre which has been presented at elementary and high schools, addressing the subject of fatphobia. Its direct and modern teenage language speaks directly to youth and openly discusses the negative impact weight bias has on the lives of those who suffer from it, bringing to the fore stigma, prejudice, bullying, oppression and exclusion.

The play’s protagonist is Frixos, a 17-year-old, who is bullied at school because of his physical size. Apart from the relationship he has with his close friend Efi, the rest of his social interactions take place online without Frixos ever revealing his appearance. After the performance, a discussion with the audience and actors Nagia T Karakosta and Aris Kyprianou will take place on the subject.

World Theatre Day at the Cyprus Theatre Museum

Free admission on March 26 -27. Free guided museum tour. March 26. 5pm. Performance of play FAT 8pm. In Greek. Tel: 25-343464

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Moscow Metro

The Moscow Metro Tour is included in most guided tours’ itineraries. Opened in 1935, under Stalin’s regime, the metro was not only meant to solve transport problems, but also was hailed as “a people’s palace”. Every station you will see during your Moscow metro tour looks like a palace room. There are bright paintings, mosaics, stained glass, bronze statues… Our Moscow metro tour includes the most impressive stations best architects and designers worked at - Ploshchad Revolutsii, Mayakovskaya, Komsomolskaya, Kievskaya, Novoslobodskaya and some others.

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The guide will not only help you navigate the metro, but will also provide you with fascinating background tales for the images you see and a history of each station.

And there some stories to be told during the Moscow metro tour! The deepest station - Park Pobedy - is 84 metres under the ground with the world longest escalator of 140 meters. Parts of the so-called Metro-2, a secret strategic system of underground tunnels, was used for its construction.

During the Second World War the metro itself became a strategic asset: it was turned into the city's biggest bomb-shelter and one of the stations even became a library. 217 children were born here in 1941-1942! The metro is the most effective means of transport in the capital.

There are almost 200 stations 196 at the moment and trains run every 90 seconds! The guide of your Moscow metro tour can explain to you how to buy tickets and find your way if you plan to get around by yourself.

Moscow Metro Tour

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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