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Shakespeare’s Globe is located on the bank of the River Thames, London (UK), in Bankside’s Cultural Quarter. Our address is 21 New Globe Walk, SE1 9DT.

Some tours, events and spaces are open, but at this time, when many of our other spaces are still closed, do keep up-to-date with our most recent opening hours.

A stage sits in an open-air, circular theatre

Some activities are now open and taking place on site, with new COVID-19 safety measures in place.

Book for onsite events and tours by browsing our What’s On and filtering by venue (e.g. ‘Globe Theatre’).

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Open-air

We are a roofless (open-air) theatre – tours and events go ahead in all conditions so dress for the weather! Blanket and cushion hire is currently unavailable so for those attending a screening or performance, you are welcome to bring your own.

COVID guidance

Different tours and events may follow different formats and have specific guidance at this time. Before visiting us, please make sure you read our safety measures page: both the general guidance and the information specific to your event-type.

Emails

Once you have pre-booked your ticket for any on-site activity, we will communicate with you via email to prepare you for your visit. If there is a change in UK Government guidelines which requires us to cancel an event, we will contact you to offer you a credit voucher or refund.

Photography

Photography and video recording is not permitted during workshops, performances or screenings. Video recording is not permitted on a guided tour and photography may be restricted at certain times.