Original site of the Globe Theatre — Attraction in London

A very interesting place of steep history, takes your time and wise-up to read up and research prior to going so that you can appreciate its history and how it used to look. It is great that the original site of Shakespeare’s theatre has been retained for history buffs, it is a little disappointing that there is nothing really left, but when you consider how long ago it was demolished we are lucky to see even this. In reality it is only a gated cobble paved courtyard with some signage / information boards but just standing there trying to imagine the noise, smells and atmosphere of 400 years ago conjures up many thoughts whether you are with others or by yourself. I can understand why it is gated off as there would be too many souvenir hunters or damage. If you are interested in the Globe and / or Shakespeare this is a definite must go but if you are planning on making a special visit make sure you have other places to see in the area as well… there are plenty believe me, and all within short...

Slightly underwhelming of you’re expecting to see any actual foundations/remains, nevertheless the excitement is knowing that you are standing in the original location of The Globe theatre, from back in Shakespeare’s day.

It’s unfortunate that an apartment building sits on top of the remains, but they were built in 1834 and are Grade II listed (protected from demolition), whereas the remains of The Globe were only discovered in 1989.

To that end the information signs are excellent in explaining the significance and history of the ground beneath your feet.

"Totus mundus agit histrionem" (the whole world is a playhouse) aka “All the world’s a stage”.

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The original location where the Globe Theatre, which first opened its doors in 1599, once stood is now identified by a plaque and a series of informative panels. On June 29, 1613, while a "Henry VIII" performance was underway, the Globe Theatre was engulfed in flames. During the play, a theatrical cannon misfired, sparking a fire that consumed the wooden beams and thatched roof.

The theater was reconstructed in the subsequent year but was eventually demolished in 1644–45 to create space for residential buildings. Its contemporary reconstruction, known as Shakespeare's Globe, was inaugurated in 1997 with a production...