London West End Theatre Private Walking Tour
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This walking tour takes us through the very heart of West End of London as we journey to some of the most famous theatres in the world. In this private walking tour we start near the oldest theatre in London and weave through the Strand and the famous Covent Garden, the home of modern live-entertainment and through the maze like streets of Theatre-land and towards the bright lights of Leicester Square and Piccadilly as we finish outside the beautiful Haymarket. We will visit theatres where actors have been murdered and ghosts loom large. See the homes of the longest running plays and musicals and the locations where stars were born and theatrical history was made. And find out about the King who used his trips to the theatre to visit his mistress and see the memorials of some of the greatest names in entertainment.
Your experience
Stop 1
A controversial memorial perhaps inscribed with a quotation from his play Lady Windermere's Fan: "We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars".
Stop 2
The old street linking the City of London to the City of Westminster and full of theatres and history
Stop 3
The first theatre to be lit by electricity and bit upon an old palace.
Stop 4
Learn the intriguing history of one of London's most beloved theatres.
Stop 5
The oldest theatre in London. All the others have just stolen their thunder
Stop 6
One of the most magnificent buildings in London and one of the most expensive to get in to! It take's all the lime-light thats for sure.
Stop 7
The heart of Theatreland with history going back to the Vikings. Full of boutique shops and restaurants but with entertainment still running through its veins!
Stop 8
This beautiful though hidden church is the home to the memorials of many of our best known actors and stars.
Stop 9
Home to the longest running play in the world!
Stop 10
This interesting street is bounded by old pubs and theatres.
Stop 11
This historic street is one of the hidden jewels of the area and also the inspiration for Harry Potter!
Stop 12
Find out the importance of the Garrick name to theatre and literature of this small but interesting theatre.
What’s included
- Professional Guide
Not included
- Tube ticket to and from the tour.
Meeting and pickup
Just outside the Tube Station exit, precise details will be given before the tour.
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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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