Literary London: Shakespeare and the City (Private Tour)
Highlights
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Rewind to 1590 Elizabethan London via powerful storytelling
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Unearth the life story of William Shakespeare
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Paint a fascinating picture of Elizabethan society
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Visit the sites of Shakespeares favourite haunts
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Take a scenic journey through churchyards, ruins and alleys
Summary
Tour info
Blackfriars pub, New Bridge St, London, England, EC4
123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States
Why take this tour?
* Rewind to 1590 **Elizabethan London** via powerful storytelling.
* Weave together former homes, theatres and places of significance to ‘the bard’.
* Paint a fascinating picture of Elizabethan society: religion, royalty & plague.
* Explore theories of his mysterious death, sexuality, beliefs and playwriting.
* Take a scenic journey through leafy churchyards, ruins and cobbled alleys.
Beautifully narrated by an expert in their field, unearth the life story of William Shakespeare via landmark visits, informative knowledge, quotes and fun interaction. Begin at Blackfriars, where a well-to-do Shakespeare purchases a large, ‘labyrinth like’ house in 1613\. Journey through central London to untamed Elizabethan Shoreditch, where a young man arrived with ambitions to alter the world.
Via a wealth of sites and points of interest associated with the man, see where former theatres and playhouses once stood - The Blackfriars and Curtain amongst others. It was here that an enigmatic Shakespeare wrote, house-kept and performed for decades. Visit the sites of houses and lodges, his favourite haunts, his place of worship and newly erected memorials.
What's more, you'll get to hear learn about his personal life - from marriage and early beginnings, to questions of his sexuality and sources of inspiration for his works. And to put his life in context, your guide will paint a detailed picture of Elizabethan society, and how this influenced his works. A sure highlight to any trip to London, this private tour will impress even the most captivated and knowledgeable Shakespeare devotees.
What’s included?
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A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group -
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places -
Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way
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Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
Things to know
Before you book
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Please bring comfortable walking shoes
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Kids under 4 are free
Before you go
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Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time
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Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains
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In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
Covid Policy
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund