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Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Shakespeare’s Globe

   View Shakespeare's Globe, a faithful reconstruction of the original open-air theatre where many of William Shakespeare's plays were first performed over 400 years ago. Discover the world of Elizabethan entertainment and learn how theatre, commerce and the River Thames helped make Bankside one of London's most vibrant districts.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Borough Market

   Explore Borough Market, one of London's oldest and most celebrated food markets, with a history stretching back more than 1,000 years. Originally serving traders and travellers crossing London Bridge, the market has evolved into a vibrant destination renowned for its fresh produce, artisan foods and international flavours. Discover how trade, commerce and the River Thames helped shape both the market and the city around it.

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   London Bridge

   Stand beside London Bridge and discover the story of one of the city's most important crossings. For nearly 2,000 years, bridges at this location have connected the City of London with Southwark, serving as vital routes for trade, travel and commerce. Learn how London Bridge helped fuel the city's growth and hear tales of medieval merchants, river traffic and the bustling life that once surrounded this historic crossing.

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

4. 4

   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   View Fishmongers' Hall, the home of the Worshipful Company of Fishmongers, one of London's oldest livery companies. In medieval London, livery companies regulated trades, maintained standards, trained apprentices and protected the interests of their members. The Fishmongers oversaw the sale and quality of fish, an essential food source in a city that observed many religious fasting days. Discover how the livery system helped govern commerce, support charitable works and shape the growth of London's economy for centuries.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Monument to the Great Fire of London

   Visit The Monument, a striking stone column designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hooke to commemorate the Great Fire of London of 1666. Standing 202 feet (62 metres) high, it is located exactly 202 feet from the site where the fire began in a baker's shop on Pudding Lane. Discover how the fire destroyed much of medieval London, transformed the city forever, and led to new building regulations, wider streets and the creation of a more modern capital.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

6. 6

   View the Bank of England, often called "The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street," the central bank of the United Kingdom. Founded in 1694 to help finance the government's war debts, it grew to become one of the world's most influential financial institutions. Discover how the Bank helped transform London into a global centre of trade, banking and finance, and learn how merchants, goldsmiths and investors laid the foundations of the modern financial system.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

7. 7

   Visit the Royal Exchange, London's historic centre of commerce and trade. Founded in 1571 by merchant Sir Thomas Gresham, it provided a meeting place where merchants, traders and financiers could buy, sell and exchange goods from across the world. Discover how this remarkable institution helped establish London as a global trading hub and laid the foundations for the City's rise as one of the world's leading financial centres.

   15 minutes•Admission free

8. 8

   Leadenhall Market

   Explore Leadenhall Market, one of London's most beautiful and historic covered markets. Dating back to the 14th century, it began as a centre for the sale of meat, poultry and game and served the growing population of medieval London. The current Victorian structure, designed by Sir Horace Jones in 1881, is renowned for its ornate architecture, colourful roof and elegant walkways. Discover how Leadenhall Market reflects centuries of trade, commerce and prosperity at the heart of the City of London.

   15 minutes•Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

Please meet next to Starbucks across from the glass doors at the main entrance to the Globe Theatre.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Present ticket at beginning of tour.

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.