Directions to Shakespeare's Globe in London

Essential address and location details

Set your map or navigation app to Shakespeare's Globe at 21 New Globe Walk, London, Greater London, SE1 9DT. Use this full address for taxis, rideshares, and journey planners so you are dropped on the correct riverside street by the theatre. Once nearby, follow local pedestrian signs for Bankside and the Globe to reach the main riverside frontage.

Arriving on foot and finding the riverside entrance

Many visitors reach Shakespeare's Globe on foot as part of a walk along the Thames. The theatre sits on New Globe Walk on the Bankside stretch of the river, so look for the riverside promenade and follow signs for Bankside and the Globe. If you are approaching from the City of London side, you can cross the river via nearby bridges and then walk along the embankment toward New Globe Walk, watching for the circular timber-framed building and Globe signage. From the Southwark side, New Globe Walk connects directly to surrounding streets, so once your navigation brings you to SE1 9DT you can simply follow the short local streets toward the river until you see the theatre. Allow yourself a little extra time for the final walk so you can identify the correct entrance indicated on your ticket or event information, as specific doors or entry points can vary by performance.

Using public transport and taxis to reach the Globe area

Public transport and taxis are common ways to reach the area around Shakespeare's Globe, especially because the theatre is set on the Bankside riverfront rather than directly on a major traffic artery. When planning your route, use the venue’s full address, 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT, in your journey planner so that bus, rail, or taxi directions bring you to the correct side of the river. For black cabs and app-based taxis, ask to be dropped on New Globe Walk or as close as possible to Bankside by the theatre, then continue on foot following the riverside signs. Because specific Tube, rail, and bus stops can change over time, and different services may be more convenient depending on where you are staying, it is best to check current public transport options on the day of travel and confirm walking directions from your chosen stop to New Globe Walk. If your event ticket or confirmation email lists a recommended station or transport route, follow that guidance, as some performances may have tailored arrival advice.

Driving and nearby parking options

Driving directly to Bankside is possible, but you will be finishing your journey on foot from a nearby car park, as Shakespeare's Globe itself is on a pedestrian-friendly riverside street. Set your sat nav to 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT so you are guided to the correct side of the river, then choose a nearby car park and walk to the theatre from there. According to local listings, there are several named parking facilities in the wider area that visitors often compare when planning a trip to the Globe. Because parking conditions, prices, and opening hours can change, you should always confirm current details for any facility you plan to use before you travel, and allow extra time to park and walk to the venue. For more detailed guidance on where to leave your car and how far you will walk from each facility, use the dedicated Shakespeare's Globe parking guide alongside the list below.

• Sumner StreetCar park on Sumner Street, a short walk south of New Globe Walk
• BanksideParking facility signed for Bankside, within walking distance of the theatre
• Vintry (Thames Exchange)Car park at Thames Exchange on the City side of the river, walk across to Bankside
• Castle YardParking area at Castle Yard, reachable on foot from the riverside
• Winchester SquareCar park around Winchester Square, with a walk to the Globe along local streets
• Baynard House Car ParkLarger car park at Baynard House on Queen Victoria Street, then walk toward the river
• Queen Victoria StreetParking facility on Queen Victoria Street on the north bank, walk across the river to Bankside
• Cannon StreetCar park near Cannon Street, combining parking with a riverside walk to the theatre

Rideshare and drop-off pointers

If you are using a rideshare app to reach Shakespeare's Globe, enter the full address, 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT, rather than just the theatre name. This helps the driver’s navigation choose the correct approach roads to New Globe Walk on the Bankside riverfront, instead of stopping on a nearby bridge or main road that would leave you with a longer walk. When you are close to the venue, check your app’s live map to make sure the pin is on New Globe Walk or the adjacent riverside stretch. For pick-ups after the show, you may find it easier to move a short distance away from the busiest doors before requesting your car, then set your pickup point on a nearby street where vehicles can stop legally. Because exact pick-up spots and any temporary restrictions can change, follow any event-day advice from the venue stewards or in your ticket information about where vehicles are allowed to stop.

What to double-check on your ticket before you travel

Your event ticket or confirmation email is the final word on how you should arrive and enter the building on the day. While the general address for Shakespeare's Globe is 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT, individual events can use different doors, queueing areas, or nearby spaces, and those details will be listed with your booking. Before you set off, look for any notes about recommended transport routes, specific entrances, or accessibility arrangements that apply to your performance. If you are collecting tickets on site or using a particular foyer or box office, that information will also be in your event communications rather than in general directions. If anything is unclear, contact the organiser or the venue in advance so you know exactly where you are expected to arrive and which entry point to use once you reach New Globe Walk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correct address to put into my GPS for Shakespeare's Globe?

Use the full address 21 New Globe Walk, London, Greater London, SE1 9DT in your GPS, taxi booking, or journey planner. This points you directly to the theatre’s riverside location on New Globe Walk rather than to a nearby main road.

How close can a taxi or rideshare drop me to Shakespeare's Globe?

Taxis and rideshares can use the venue’s address, 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT, and drop you on or very close to New Globe Walk by the river. From there, you complete a short walk to the theatre entrance by following the Globe signs along the riverside.

Is there parking within walking distance of Shakespeare's Globe?

There is no car park built into the theatre itself, but there are several named parking facilities in the wider area, including Sumner Street, Bankside, Vintry (Thames Exchange), Castle Yard, Winchester Square, Baynard House Car Park, Queen Victoria Street, and Cannon Street. You park at one of these facilities and then walk to the theatre on New Globe Walk.

Should I rely on the theatre address or my event ticket for entrance details?

Use the theatre address, 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT, to reach the correct location, but rely on your event ticket or confirmation email for the specific entrance, queueing area, or collection point you should use, as these can vary by performance.