Shakespeare's Globe, London

Name: Shakespeare's Globe
Address: London, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7902 1400

#343 among attractions in London

Theater, William Shakespeare, Architecture, Historical place, More...

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Facts and practical information

Shakespeare's Globe is a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse for which William Shakespeare wrote his plays, in the London Borough of Southwark, on the south bank of the River Thames. The original theatre was built in 1599, destroyed by the fire in 1613, rebuilt in 1614, and then demolished in 1644. The modern Globe Theatre is an academic approximation based on available evidence of the 1599 and 1614 buildings. It is considered quite realistic, though modern safety requirements mean that it accommodates only 1,400 spectators compared to the original theatre's 3,000. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1997 (27 years ago)Coordinates: 51°30'24"N, 0°5'40"W

Address

Southwark (Cathedrals)London United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7902 1400

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Day trips

Shakespeare's Globe – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tate Modern, Borough Market, Millennium Bridge, Southwark Cathedral.

~1040 ftW
Contemporary art and cafe with river views
Tate Modern, London
6 min walk • Tate Modern is a beacon of contemporary art nestled in the heart of London, United Kingdom. Housed in the former Bankside Power Station, this museum stands as a testament to the transformative power of architecture and art.
~1030 ftSE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Borough Market, London
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of London, Borough Market stands as a mecca for food lovers from around the globe. This vibrant market, one of the oldest and largest in the city, has been serving the people of Southwark for over 1,000 years.
~1310 ftNW
Steel suspension bridge for pedestrians
Millennium Bridge, London
7 min walk • The Millennium Bridge, a sleek steel suspension bridge, stretches across the River Thames in the bustling heart of London, United Kingdom. Since its opening in June 2000, it has become an iconic pedestrian pathway linking the areas near St.
~1160 ftE
Church, William Shakespeare, Sacred and religious sites
Southwark Cathedral, London
6 min walk • Southwark Cathedral stands as a serene oasis in the bustling heart of London, offering a sanctuary of history and spirituality amidst the city's modernity. This Anglican cathedral, formally known as The Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St Saviour and St Mary Overie...
~1640 ftE
1970s bridge spanning the River Thames
London Bridge, London
8 min walk • London Bridge, not to be confused with the more decorative Tower Bridge, is a functional box girder bridge that crosses the River Thames in London, United Kingdom. This bridge has a rich history that dates back centuries, although the current incarnation was built in...
~1650 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Borough High Street, London
8 min walk • Borough High Street is a road in Southwark, London, running south-west from London Bridge, forming part of the A3 route which runs from London to Portsmouth, on the south coast of England.
~1670 ftW
Museum
Bankside Gallery, London
9 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of London, the Bankside Gallery is a cultural gem that beckons art enthusiasts and casual observers alike. Established as a home for the Royal Watercolour Society and the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers, this esteemed art gallery...
~830 ftE
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Ruins
Winchester Palace, London
4 min walk • Winchester Palace was a 12th-century palace which served as the London townhouse of the Bishops of Winchester. It was located in the parish of Southwark in Surrey, on the south bank of the River Thames on what is now Clink Street in the London Borough of Southwark, near St Saviour's Church which later became Southwark Cathedral.
~1030 ftSE
Shopping, Market
Hop Exchange, London
5 min walk • The Hop Exchange is a Grade II listed building at No. 24 Southwark Street, London, in the Bankside area of the London Borough of Southwark. Opened in 1867 and designed by R.H. Moore it served as the centre for hop trading for the brewing industry.
~800 ftNW
Theater, William Shakespeare, Concerts and shows
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London
4 min walk • The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is an indoor theatre forming part of Shakespeare's Globe, along with the Globe Theatre on Bankside, London.
~770 ftN
Bridge
Southwark Bridge, London
4 min walk • Southwark Bridge is an arch bridge in London, for traffic linking the district of Southwark and the City across the River Thames. Besides when others are closed for temporary repairs, it has the least traffic of the Thames bridges in London.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Shakespeare's Globe open?

Shakespeare's Globe is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Shakespeare's Globe?

Nearby attractions include The Rose, London (2 min walk), Clink Prison Museum, London (3 min walk), Southwark Bridge, London (4 min walk), Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London (4 min walk).

How to get to Shakespeare's Globe by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shakespeare's Globe:

Ferry

Bankside Pier • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2 (5 min walk)
Blackfriars Pier • Lines: Rb6 (10 min walk)

Bus

London Bridge • Lines: 388 (8 min walk)
London Bridge Station • Lines: 343, 381, 388, 47, N199, N381 (9 min walk)

Train

London Cannon Street (9 min walk)
London Blackfriars (12 min walk)

Metro

London Bridge • Lines: Jubilee, Northern (9 min walk)
Mansion House • Lines: Circle, District (9 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (12 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (24 min walk)