Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour
About Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour
The Globe Theatre tour is a fun, fascinating intro to Shakespeare for the whole family. Explore the historic stage, hear juicy behind-the-scenes tales, and stay for a show if you fancy. With £5 standing tickets and brilliant guides, it’s a cultural adventure that’s lively, engaging—and far from stuffy.
Top tip from the KidRated Team:
Go early, do the tour, grab lunch nearby, and come back for the show, proper family day out sorted.
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Yes, especially if your kids love stories, history, or being a bit dramatic. The guides are brilliant at making it fun and engaging, even for kids who’ve never heard a sonnet in their life. Expect gory facts, funny tales, and lots of wow moments.
We’d say ages 10+ for most performances, but some plays (especially the comedies) are fine for younger ones too. Teens with a love of English, theatre, or TikTok drama will be in their element. Just check the age guidance on the show you’re booking.
The guided tour lasts about 50 minutes, short enough to hold younger kids’ attention, but packed with fascinating facts for grown-ups too.
Nope, you can do just the tour or just the show. But doing both on the same day is a brilliant family outing. Tour in the morning, grab lunch nearby, then catch a matinee or evening performance.
Yes, if they’re up for it. Groundling tickets are £5 and put you right by the stage. You’ll stand for 2–3 hours, but the energy is great and it’s surprisingly fun. If you think your little ones might get tired, book a seat (cushions available to rent!).
Yes. There’s lift access, step-free routes and friendly staff to help. Groundlings area is standing only, but seats can be booked with access needs in mind.
Snacks are allowed in the yard (groundlings) but not in the seated area, and definitely no rustling bags during the soliloquies! There’s also a lovely café onsite if you want to fuel up before or after.
Mornings are great for tours, quieter and cooler. For shows, matinees are ideal for families. Evening shows are magical too, but younger kids might fade before the final act.
Yes, especially for shows during school holidays or sunny weekends. Tours can sometimes be booked on the day, but it’s safer to reserve online to get the times you want.
You’re right by the South Bank where there’s loads to explore. Tate Modern, Borough Market, the Golden Hinde and lots of riverside places to eat. It’s easy to turn your Globe visit into a full-on adventure.
