Shakespeare's Globe Reviews
Shakespeare's Globe has an overall rating of 4.2 based on 80 reviews. Customer feedback on Shakespeare's Globe is mixed: Shakespeare's Globe reviewers highlight positive aspects like immersive theatrical experience, knowledgeable staff, beautiful venue, engaging performances, which strongly appeal to theater enthusiasts, tourists, students, history buffs. However, Shakespeare's Globe is often criticized for its limited seating options, high ticket prices, variable performance quality, crowded during peak times.
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DavidArchila_95
May 16, 2026
"Had to chase them, and the acting was hit or miss"
Some of the actors were okay, but most of them came across flat. I also had to chase them up about my complaint, which made the whole experience even more frustrating than it needed to be.
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brandymedrano4088
May 10, 2026
"We had a really good view of the..."
We had a really good view of the stage, even just standing where we were. I wasn’t expecting much, but I could see the actors’ faces clearly and didn’t feel like I was missing anything. I remember holding a half-finished drink the whole time because I didn’t want to look away. It felt way more up close than I thought it would
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michael2000
May 08, 2026
"Long Day, But Smooth Experience"
I was feeling mentally drained after a busy day, but the queues moved along better than I expected. The staff were helpful and made everything feel a bit less stressful
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pedro.Blanco
May 05, 2026
"Picked up tickets for the Globe and wasn’t…"
Picked up tickets for the Globe and wasn’t expecting too much from the cheaper seats, but it ended up feeling like a bit of a win. The atmosphere does a lot of the heavy lifting, and even from where we were sitting it still felt like a proper experience. Booking was straightforward, no hassle there. For the price, I left feeling like we’d made a good choice. I’d definitely go back.
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thomas.Frontz
April 21, 2026
"Good shows, but a bit hit or miss"
I do like the Globe and I’ve seen some really good stuff there, but lately the programming feels a little all over the place. There are definitely some great picks, then a few choices that make me wonder who they’re for. Still worth keeping an eye on, just not always my thing
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Annette.norman
April 07, 2026
"Good for a quick bite"
I had a good time overall, but the food and drink options felt a little "limited" to me. The prices were also kind of "high" for what you get. It’s fine if you just want a quick snack, but I wouldn’t go in expecting too much.
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BREWER
March 20, 2026
"The toilets were easy to spot and..."
The toilets were easy to spot and actually really clean. No queue when I went either, which was great. Nice.
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Esther_umana97
March 19, 2026
"It’s a cool place with a nice old-style…"
It’s a cool place with a nice old-style feel, and I can see why Shakespeare fans would enjoy it. Some parts felt a little too modern for what I was expecting, but that might’ve just been bad timing on my part or the mood I was in that day. Still worth checking out if you’re into the history...
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James-benson
March 18, 2026
"Shockingly smooth and actually fun"
Booking was ridiculously easy, which almost felt suspicious these days. The show itself was brilliant, so annoyingly, I have nothing to complain about. Had a great time
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William_urias84
March 10, 2026
"Rain? Honestly, I Was Basically a Weatherproof Genius"
I booked through shakespearesglobe and, thank goodness I did because the info about the weather was super clear. The site reminded me that the yard is open air, so I brought a raincoat instead of an umbrella, which made me feel ridiculously prepared. It did rain a bit, but I was ready for it and still had a great time. Such a simple thing, but it saved me from having a tiny outdoor-theatre meltdown...
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debrabuskirk9403
March 07, 2026
"Blaming my dad for making this such an easy gift buy"
I bought a few gifts from the Globe shop online after visiting London, it was a really nice experience. The website was simple enough to use, and my order arrived faster than I expected. I got a mug, a tote bag, and a small Shakespeare book for my dad, which is his fault, really, since he’s the Shakespeare fan who made gift shopping so specific. Everything was packed properly, with no dents or damage, and the prices felt fair for a theatre gift shop. It felt a bit more special than the usual touristy stuff. I’d happily order again.
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BillieOlsen_38
March 05, 2026
"Surprisingly clear sound at the Globe"
I went to the Globe and was sorta surprised by how clear everything sounded. We weren’t right up front, but we could still hear the actors really well, even when they were speaking more quietly. You do get a little outside noise now and then, but it kinda adds to the atmosphere. The acoustics felt really natural too, with no weird echo or muffled parts. I really enjoyed the whole experience
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DuaneHolt
March 03, 2026
"I used shakespearesglobe to look up access info…"
I used shakespearesglobe to look up access info and book my tickets, and it was all straightforward. The accessibility pages were easy to find and actually explained useful stuff clearly, like seating options and how to get there. I didn’t have to click around forever trying to work things out, which I really appreciated. It definitely made planning the visit feel a lot less stressful.
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Lucina-christian
February 28, 2026
"Great Performances, Sorta Hard to Hear at Times"
The actors were really great, and the staging made the whole show feel alive. I just found it sorta hard to hear everything in a few parts, but overall I still had a good time
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james.Mikkelsen
February 27, 2026
"Comfortable Visit to the Globe"
I went to the Globe last weekend i was a little worried about the seating beforehand, but it turned out to be totally fine. We had seated spots with a good view, and I didn’t feel packed in or uncomfortable. The benches are basic, so I’d definitely bring or rent a cushion next time, especially if your back gets sore easily. For such an old-style theatre, it was actually more comfortable than I expected, and I enjoyed the whole show without getting too restless. I’d happily go back again.
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hello_martha685
January 30, 2026
"It was a bit crowded when I went…"
It was a bit crowded when I went, but we still managed just fine. The vibe was good, and I was kind of pleasantly surprised that it didn’t take away from the experience too much.
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hello_gerald612
January 23, 2026
"Helpful lessons, but finding things takes effort"
The lessons were actually helpful, but I had to put in more effort than I expected just to find some of the pages. It got a bit frustrating having to click around and search for what I needed, even though the content itself was useful once I found it
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ashleymedina4772
December 23, 2025
"Helpful staff, to be fair"
I wasn’t really expecting much, but the staff were actually really helpful and friendly. They showed us where to go and answered my questions without making me feel awkward, which I appreciated more than I thought I would
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bruce-Myers
December 22, 2025
"Really liked the vibe here, it’s…"
Really liked the vibe here, it’s got that old theatre feel which made the whole night feel kinda special. The standing area did get a little packed, but it was still a really fun night out.
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Floyd.shaw
December 08, 2025
"Worked okay, checkout was a little messy"
It worked fine overall, no big problems there. The only thing is the checkout was kind of confusing, like I had to poke around a bit to figure out what was going on. Not terrible, just not super clear.
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