The Old Vic, London

Name: The Old Vic
Address: London, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7928 7616

#371 among attractions in London

Theater, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The Old Vic is a 1,000-seat, not-for-profit producing theatre in Waterloo, London, England. Established in 1818 as the Royal Coburg Theatre, and renamed in 1833 the Royal Victoria Theatre. In 1871 it was rebuilt and reopened as the Royal Victoria Palace. It was taken over by Emma Cons in 1880 and formally named the Royal Victoria Hall, although by that time it was already known as the "Old Vic". In 1898, a niece of Cons, Lilian Baylis, assumed management and began a series of Shakespeare productions in 1914. The building was damaged in 1940 during air raids and it became a Grade II* listed building in 1951 after it reopened. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1818 (206 years ago)Capacity: 1067Coordinates: 51°30'7"N, 0°6'33"W

Address

Lambeth (Bishop's)London United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7928 7616

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Day trips

The Old Vic – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: London Dungeon, Imperial War Museum, Sea Life London Aquarium, Royal Festival Hall.

0.4 miW
Hi-tech haunted house attraction
London Dungeon, London
11 min walk • The London Dungeon is a thrilling attraction nestled in the heart of London, offering visitors a unique blend of history, horror, and entertainment. This museum-like experience takes you on a journey through the darker side of London's past, with live actors, special...
0.4 miS
Museum, Art museum, Military museum
Imperial War Museum, London
11 min walk • The Imperial War Museum in London stands as a poignant reminder of the conflicts that have shaped the modern world. Founded in 1917 and opened to the public in 1920, the museum's original intent was to record the civil and military war effort and sacrifice of Britain...
0.4 miW
Zoo, Aquarium, Park
Sea Life London Aquarium, London
11 min walk • Nestled along the bustling South Bank of the River Thames, the Sea Life London Aquarium offers a deep dive into the wonders of aquatic life right in the heart of London, England. As one of the largest aquariums in Europe, this underwater odyssey presents a remarkable...
0.4 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Royal Festival Hall, London
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London's vibrant Southbank Centre, the Royal Festival Hall stands as a beacon of culture and performance in England's capital. This iconic concert hall, with its rich history and modernist architecture, has been a staple of London's music scene...
0.4 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Queen Elizabeth Hall, London
12 min walk • The Queen Elizabeth Hall is a music venue on the South Bank in London, England, that hosts daily classical, jazz, and avant-garde music and dance performances. It was opened in 1967, with a concert conducted by Benjamin Britten.
~1910 ftNW
Park, Garden
Jubilee Gardens, London
10 min walk • Jubilee Gardens is a public park on the South Bank in the London Borough of Lambeth. Created in 1977 to mark the Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II, the site was formerly used for the Dome of Discovery and the adjacent Skylon during the Festival of Britain in 1951.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Hayward Gallery, London
10 min walk • The Hayward Gallery is an art gallery within the Southbank Centre in central London, England and part of an area of major arts venues on the South Bank of the River Thames.
0.4 miW
Edwardian architecture, City hall, Theater
County Hall, London
11 min walk • County Hall is a building in London that was the headquarters of London County Council and later the Greater London Council. The building is on the South Bank of the River Thames, with Westminster Bridge being next to it, to the south.
0.4 miS
Park, Garden
Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, London
11 min walk • Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park is a public park in Kennington, South London. Maintained by the London Borough of Southwark, it is bounded by Lambeth Road, Kennington Road, St George's Road and Brook Drive. It covers an area of 5.9 hectares.
0.4 miNW
Nightlife, Cinema, Theater
BFI Southbank, London
11 min walk • BFI Southbank is the leading repertory cinema in the UK, specialising in seasons of classic, independent and non-English language films. It is operated by the British Film Institute.
0.4 miW
Iconic riverside observation wheel
London Eye, London
11 min walk • The London Eye, or the Millennium Wheel, is a cantilevered observation wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It is Europe's tallest cantilevered observation wheel, and is the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom with over 3 million visitors annually.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Old Vic?

Nearby attractions include Union Jack Club, London (3 min walk), Young Vic, London (4 min walk), Lower Marsh, London (5 min walk), St John's Church, London (6 min walk).

How to get to The Old Vic by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Old Vic:

Bus

Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road • Lines: 26 (3 min walk)
Waterloo Station / Mepham Street • Lines: 243 (6 min walk)

Train

Waterloo East (5 min walk)
London Waterloo (5 min walk)

Metro

Waterloo • Lines: Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern, Waterloo & City (5 min walk)
Southwark • Lines: Jubilee (6 min walk)

Ferry

London Eye - Waterloo Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (13 min walk)
Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (13 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (30 min walk)