The Globe  is a reconstruction of Shakespeare's famed theatre which, thanks to the tenacity and vision of American film producer Sam Wanamaker, was finally opened in 1996. The Globe is a living theatre which provides the ideal setting for the plays to be performed as they would have been at the time of Queen Elizabeth I.  It has now established itself as a major London landmark and tourist attraction and can be visited for the permanent exhibition, or for performances at the open air theatre.
The audience is close to the action at the Globe theatre and it is important to remember that much of the theatre is open-air and appropriate dress is required as the shows continue come rain or shine!

Perhaps the most impressive sight from our open-top sightseeing tour is the glorious view of St Paul’s Cathedral as the bus begins to ascend Ludgate Hill. The cathedral was built to the designs of London’s most renowned architect Sir Christopher Wren following the destruction of the previous building in the Great Fire of London in 1666. The Cathedral was inspired by St. Peter’s in Rome and the magnificent dome of the Cathedral has become one of the most iconic images of London, perhaps most famously recalled in the aftermath of German bombs during the Second World War. Its survival was often thought to symbolize the steely spirit of Londoners themselves.
The funerals of both Admiral Lord Nelson and the Duke of Wellington were held here and their tombs can be viewed in the Crypt, as can the tomb of its creator Sir Christopher Wren.
It is also well-known worldwide as the venue for the Royal Wedding of Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer in 1981.

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This footbridge is just a few moments to the south of St Paul’s and leads  to some of the attractions on the south bank of the river Thames. It was designed by Sir Norman Foster and shortly after opening in 2000 it earned the name “the wobbly bridge” as it swayed unnervingly under the weight of pedestrians!
Closure and adjustments followed and the superb views from the “blade of light” bridge are now enjoyed by many thousands of people every day.

St Pauls from the Millenium bridge

This building has attained huge acclaim and popularity since it opened in 2000. Previously a power station designed by George Gilbert Scott (also the designer of the red telephone box!), the building now houses a unique collection of art from the Tate collection. It focuses on modern art (i.e. art created since 1900) and is principally free with a charge for special exhibitions.
It has quickly become one of London’s most popular attractions and can be accessed from either this stop or our London Bridge stop 18 (Red) and 45 (Blue).