Shakespeare's Globe Reviews

Nothing earth shattering if you're into Shakespeare but very well explained.

Awesome guide who really brought it to life for us. She was really funny and knew how to work the group. It was a bit shorter than I thought but would recommend the tour as it was very interesting.

Tour was interesting but quite short as it is only around the theatre.

Wonderful place to go with the family lots of interesting things to learn.

Loved the globe theatre, standing for 2 hours was difficult. Would love to go back but, I'll take a seat.

Atypical and to visit
Open sky theater

Che Bello reproduced faithfully using the technologies and materials of the era, it took 27 years to rebuild it from 1970 to 1997 thanks to the donations of characters like the Hitchcock family.

Everything about the experience is wonderful. Be a groundling and stand in front of the stage for a unique opportunity to experience Shakespeare like nowhere else.

Pretty cool experience and beautiful amphitheater. The wood benches make your butt feel like it was on fire. There is a cheap section down in front of the stage where you can stand the entire time. I'm not a Shakespeare lover, so I felt like a moron watching King Henry V. Cool experience overall even though I almost fell asleep.

A classic remodel of the original Shakespeare Theater where his troupe perform his plays. If you like Shakespeare it's 100% north of visit and the tour is really fun would highly recommend doing the tour. The actual museum is a little bit lackluster but the theater itself is gorgeous and would highly recommend.

Extraordinary experience !! I had the pleasure of attending the performance of the Othello. What to say, absolutely to try!

Very interesting. It doesn't need to be that expensive though.

Marvellous performance! My daughter felt unwell during the show, the stewards were amazing, so helpful. The fire officer was so kind. Honestly they couldn't do enough to help us. Lovely people: the best in London!

I went here a few months ago and it is amazing! The theatre itself is so interesting and there are many things to discover. Although this isn't the original Shakespearean theatre, this rebuilt one is still nice too!

We saw a wonderful production of Twelfth Night. There's lots to do here, and it is steeped in history. My favourite place in London.

beautiful! When I went, the construction season was not open, but if they can do it, it is not very expensive and can be appreciated much more than during the visit

Incredible experience for only 5 pounds. Nevertheless, I would recommend going on a non-rainy day though as if it's raining you will have to stand in the rain for the duration of the play.

Well worth a visit. Pay extra for cushions, seat-backs etc. if you aren't good at sitting on benches for a long time

We saw Comedy of Errors and it was fantastic! Highly recommend the production. The Globe is always a joy to visit!

Exceptional guided tour in English; our guide was very theatrical in the explanations stimulating the attention and involving "its spectators" to instruct them on historical facts and details of the structure really interesting.

The guide was brilliant, made all the difference, gave us great insight to the history of this rebuild. Surprisingly more to see than first appearance.

It was a very different experience. I'd like to go to night games. Fantastic place.

This place was such a lovely surprise! Very beautiful building inside and the play (twelfth night) was amazing!

Open only in the morning, theatrical performances are held in the afternoon

Excellent venue. The cast for Othello was weak. The cast struggled to create an atmosphere of drama.

Any play is good but read the synopsis first if u ain't familiar with the play so u can follow better. Go for the five-pound standing ticket. I hv tried both sitting n standing. The latter is better. If u r vertically challenged like me, go earlier to get a front spot with a clear view of the actors.

Wow, what a show! Incredible showing of Comedy Of Errors and a fantastic venue to boot

Our tour guide Mark was FABULOUS! He was incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining, and witty! So much history. A splendid afternoon!

Have been here a few times, it is an absolute must for everyone, who's visiting or living in London. Always top quality acting, combined with history and powerful Shakespeare plays.

Never managed to be indoors but externally looks stunning!

Great people working at the Globe. My daughter and I had a great time!! The Merry Wives of Windsor was delightful

Very beautifull! It seems to go back to the time of the Elizabethan theater. For theater lovers and of that historical period, a stop not to be missed. The tour lasts half an hour, our "cicerone" who illustrated the historical period in a few minutes, the theater as it had lived at the time compared to today etc. The visit inside the theater lasted a few minutes, in religious silence and without being able to take photos (real shame !!!) because there was a rehearsal of actors in "Hamlet" .... fantastic! The only flaw, in addition to not being able to take pictures inside, the guides speak only English and for those who do not understand it, the visit can be boring.

Awesome venue, fabulous seeing Othello performed from the pit

The tour is worth it! The guide was nice and informative. This is a replica of the original globe.

We saw Love's Labour's Lost in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. It was quite intimate, as you could hear each actor's every breath. You can feel the greatness in this smaller room - the expressions they make as they recite their lifelines, and the confidence in their stomps. The whole room is their stage!

The talent is phenomenal. We quite enjoyed the opening and closing scenes, and the surprises in between. You just never know where they might pop out from!

We've been at The Swan on a couple of occasions, including for Christmas lunch in 2016 and 2017. In 2017 my husband had a surgery before Christmas and he had to be in a wheelchair. I was terrified that I would never manage looking after him properly however everything went very smoothly. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent! The view is wonderful - St Paul's Cathedral.
I've got only one complaint. I like my entertainment and the magician in 2017 only turned up for 5 minutes, if that whereas the magician (Lora) in 2016 spent much time to entertain us individually.

Significant stage in the visit of the city, mandatory for playwright lovers

Really nice performance at Shakespeare's Globe. Don't miss to book it in the summer

Experiencing Shakespeare as it was intended. Went to see Macbeth here - it was an excellent performance. We entered the Globe via the side entrance, and after a quick bag check we went through to a modern foyer with access to the ticket More

An amazing replica of the almighty Shakespeare Globe with great tours and plays. An excellent must see for families and Shakespeare lovers. Tours guides are nice and cheery

Solo per i grandi appassionati di Shakespeare, per tutti gli altri un po' una pizza ...

Excellent Mid Summer Nights Dream book early. But if you miss out try for returned tickets

A place worth visiting, even if you do not know much about Shakespeare's life or his works. The theater has a very interesting and captivating story.

Loved it. Saw Macbeth. If i like Shakespeare then this is for you.
Hi fir the seating and don't forget the cushion

Must visit if you go to London. Shakespeare is a major part of the soul of this city staff always pro, dynamic and welcoming

Loved it. There is something special about seeing the Bards plays in the Globe. Plus the chance to see stars act 5 feet in front of you...... priceless

Very lively. Meals and good service for a fair price given the location.

I loved the experience, standing during all the acts hahaha

A must! Seems like a journey back in times. You can just ima what it must have been like in Shakespeare's times

Can't visit London without attending a Globe performance. The exhibition and tours are great value too.

For theater lovers it is a must see. Works are usually represented, and there are guided tours that have to be paid. The store is fantastic, there is a lot of super cool merchandise that makes reference to the works of Shakespeare. You can take both a notebook with phrases like Hamlet's skull. Highly recommended

Always an immersive atmosphere, spell-binding performances and thoughtful productions. The globe never disappoints!

Fascinating time on the Globe tour. There for 4 hours and could have done with longer.

Really beautiful, the guide was exhaustive. The ticket also includes an interactive exhibition with an audio guide in Italian.

Had a great time on the tour going back for a play tonight