{"title": "Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tours", "start": "2026-10-28T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-09T00:00:00Z", "place": "Theatre Royal, Drury Lane", "address": "Catherine Street 57, WC2B 5JF London", "price": "£22.50", "price_from": "22.50", "price_to": "22.50", "tickets_url": "https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/", "category": "tours", "tags": ["stage/theatre"], "description": "Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tours are guided walking tours through one of London's historic theatres, taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes with 20 spaces per tour. The tours are run by the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, the oldest theatre on the same site in the world, set in the heart of Covent Garden. Visitors explore the beautifully renovated building and learn about the birthplace of the musical, modern pantomime, moving scenery and naturalistic acting. The tour also covers the origins of theatrical terms like Crew, Props and Box Office, royal scandal, murder and the theatre's famous ghosts.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/theatre-royal-drury-lane-tours-65442/", "official_url": "https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/theatre-royal-drury-lane-tours/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/733237527f9bb42fe332448d181b897c908b4fdb6cd4266211a4581ef5837957-2000.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-10-28T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-09T00:00:00Z", "place": "Theatre Royal, Drury Lane", "address": "Catherine Street 57, WC2B 5JF London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Behind the Scenes Tour", "start": "2026-10-30T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-31T00:00:00Z", "place": "Royal Opera House", "address": "Bow Street, WC2E 9DD London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://www.roh.org.uk/visit/visitor-information/private-tours", "category": "tours", "tags": ["stage/opera", "history"], "description": "Behind the Scenes Tour is a guided tour of the Royal Opera House lasting approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, suitable for ages 12 and over. Expert guides take visitors into areas normally off-limits to the public, such as rehearsal studios, costumes and production workshops. 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Hear how the original 1599 theatre survived plague, fire and political oppression and rose again in the 1990s as part of one man's radical vision. The tour also includes a walk-through exhibition space with seasonally curated displays, interactive costumes and props, and for a limited time face painting. 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Run by Shakespeare's Globe, it lets you enter through the stage door into the tiring house and step out onto the stage, a photo opportunity only this tour offers. An expert guide then tells the story of the wooden 'O': how the original 1599 theatre survived plague, fire and political oppression and was rebuilt in the 1990s through one man's radical vision. 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The Royal Opera House runs it, and it lasts about two hours and fifteen minutes, suitable for ages 12 and up. It begins with an hour-long guided tour, where visitors can see the original feathered tutu and headdress worn by dancers over the years. Afterwards, afternoon tea is served in the Balconies Restaurant in the Paul Hamlyn Hall, with live music from a pianist and a choice of Traditional, Vegetarian, or Vegan and Gluten-Free menus.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/tea-and-tour-38330/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/2688eee1280c7db7c7be17ff8ececac578144c4b117da844a53b96c3d88a2d30-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Pride Guided Tour", "start": "2026-10-26T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-25T00:00:00Z", "place": "Shakespeare's Globe", "address": "New Globe Walk 21, SE1 9DT London", "price": "£23.00", "price_from": "23.00", "price_to": "23.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/whats-on/shakespeares-true-crimes-walking-tour/", "category": "tours", "tags": ["stage/theatre/shakespeare"], "description": "Pride Guided Tour is a guided tour of the Globe Theatre that brings to life queer stories and characters from Shakespeare's life and times. 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It is run by the Duke of York's Picturehouse, whose guides lead visitors around the Grade II-listed building, including behind the scenes in the projection booth. Over roughly one hour and 45 minutes, participants learn about over 115 years of history, from its earliest days as a grand Edwardian picture palace to the changing culture of cinema-going, and hear the personal stories of the characters who shaped this iconic Brighton landmark. Attendees receive a free souvenir postcard, are encouraged to ask questions, and can take photos in most areas; spaces are limited to 16 people and pre-booking is essential.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/tours-of-the-duke-of-yorks-63865/", "official_url": "http://www.picturehouses.com/movie-details/000/HO00014888/tours-of-the-duke-of-york-s", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c1bde24f762711f3e32f2c643e5414d30b9e6c257fc667f917c0a641b49e0b2e-1200.webp"}, {"title": "History Tours", "start": "2026-10-31T17:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Wilton's Music Hall", "address": "Graces Alley 1, E1 8JB London", "price": "£10", "price_from": "16.00", "price_to": "35.00", "tickets_url": "https://wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/the-little-match-girl/#Tickets_in", "category": "tours", "tags": ["history"], "description": "History Tours is a guided tour of Wilton's Music Hall, a historic building that was once a Victorian sailors' pub. The tours were devised by a Wilton's researcher and historian and last approximately one hour. They tell how the pub went from music hall to Methodist Mission and was forgotten before becoming the venue it is today. They offer a glimpse into the life of the last surviving building of its kind and suit students, researchers and anyone who would like to learn more about this historic venue.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/history-tours-40340/", "official_url": "https://wiltons.org.uk/whats-on/history-tours-5/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/456a0104124476acf38e7630dfd8875956cb72f80ee8e4192e8be00029a050a2-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Tours of the Duke of York's", "start": "2026-11-08T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Duke of York's Picturehouse", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "tours", "tags": ["film/film-history"], "description": "A guided morning tour of the historic Duke of York's Picturehouse, the nation's oldest surviving cinema and a beloved part of Brighton's heritage. Run by the Picturehouse, the tour takes visitors around the Grade II-listed building, including behind the scenes in the projection booth, while telling the story of its earliest days as a grand Edwardian picture palace, the changing culture of cinema-going, and the personal stories of those who shaped this iconic landmark. The tour lasts around one hour and 45 minutes, is limited to 16 people, and pre-booking is essential. Attendees receive a free souvenir Duke of York's postcard.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/tours-of-the-duke-of-yorks-37888/", "official_url": "https://www.picturehouses.com/movie-details/000/HO00014888/tours-of-the-duke-of-york-s", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c1bde24f762711f3e32f2c643e5414d30b9e6c257fc667f917c0a641b49e0b2e-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour", "start": "2026-10-25T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2027-01-30T00:00:00Z", "place": "Shakespeare's Globe", "address": "New Globe Walk 21, SE1 9DT London", "price": "£23.00", "price_from": "15.00", "price_to": "23.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/whats-on/sword-fighting-demonstration/", "category": "tours", "tags": ["literature/classics", "occasion/halloween", "society/folklore"], "description": "The Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour is a family-friendly spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre that brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare's most chilling plays. It is run at Shakespeare's Globe, an open-air theatre, as part of its Guided Tours. The tour covers the Three Witches' spells in Macbeth, Hamlet's father's ghost, Shakespeare's love of the supernatural, grisly medical practices of his time, folktales of creatures like the Thames River Monster, and traditional ways to protect against evil spirits. Tickets include entry to the exhibition, the tour runs about an hour, is in English and suitable for all ages, though some content may scare younger audiences.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/ghosts-ghouls-family-tour-38515/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/0d8c6b477fde7b8ecbe8447586996db1d22e387dbf18f4a623463a3acf70c672-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Backstage Tours", "start": "2026-09-09T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-11-18T00:00:00Z", "place": "Questors Theatre", "address": "Mattock Lane 12, W5 5BQ London", "price": "£0.00", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://questors.org.uk/book/247850AQSTSDCVPHMSCTQLKHPPHPJTMMP", "category": "tours", "tags": ["stage/theatre"], "description": "Backstage Tours is a free guided tour lasting about an hour and a half that takes visitors behind the scenes of a community theatre. It is run by The Questors Theatre, whose guides show guests around the extensive facilities, offer the chance to drop in on rehearsals, and share information about the productions and how to get actively involved, with ticket discounts for those who join. The tours are open to over 18s only, with places booked in advance as ticket-only events to keep numbers limited.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/backstage-tours-70223/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/1504e8efd04dd45f571a9ccd9b22fc8d68d588fb89cac97710d3aa14a6804097-600.webp"}, {"title": "Venue Tour: Halloween Special", "start": "2026-10-31T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Lyceum Theatre", "address": "Wellington Street 21, WC2E 7DN London", "price": "£17.50", "price_from": "17.50", "price_to": "17.50", "tickets_url": "https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/venue-tour-halloween-special/lyceum-theatre/", "category": "tours", "tags": ["occasion/halloween"], "description": "Venue Tour: Halloween Special is a tour that lets visitors explore the Lyceum Theatre, a West End venue in London. It is presented at the Lyceum Theatre, whose box office sells the tickets. 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It is hosted at the Barbican Centre, whose Brutalist building stands over nearly two thousand years of history, from Roman forts and burial grounds to plague pits, fire, war and ruin. Participants hear stories of mysterious voices, fleeting figures and strange encounters in spaces that feel different once the building falls silent. The tour concludes in the Library Stack Rooms, a space surrounded by decades of stories, sightings and unexplained events.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/ghost-tours-the-barbican-after-dark-37585/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/4c2bfc58b4232ec99159b279d5678c5df273c77a6057f23a260f0639827c7ab9-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Dr Johnson's House - Walk & Visit", "start": "2026-11-11T13:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-11T15:00:00Z", "place": "Dr Johnson's House", "address": "Gough Square 17, EC4A 3DE London", "price": "£20", "price_from": "20.00", "price_to": "20.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dr-johnsons-house-walk-visit-tickets-2000390178874?aff=oddtdtcreator", "category": "tours", "tags": ["history"], "description": "A guided walking tour through the historic Fleet Street Quarter, the old centre of print and publishing, followed by a self-guided visit to Dr Johnson's House, the 1690s townhouse where Samuel Johnson compiled his Dictionary of the English Language in 1755. The tour is led by an expert City of London Guide and lasts about 60 minutes, starting and finishing at 17 Gough Square. Afterwards you can enjoy a free cup of tea, browse the festive rooms and stay until the museum closes at 5pm. 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The tour explores the lives of past Londoners, covering the dissolution of the monasteries, the plague and public executions, and hears stories of William Wallace, Henry VIII and even Sherlock Holmes. Stops include the Charterhouse, St-Bartholomew-the-Great, one of London's oldest churches, and the famous meat market.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/in-around-smithfield-market-49194/", "official_url": "https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/in-around-smithfield-market/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/59e59e3b9930bc40ed110fc879a5cd29a5c22c6739e62e69a6855314ba65cbf0-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Richmond Theatre Ghost Tour", "start": "2026-10-31T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Richmond Theatre", "address": "Little Green, TW9 1QJ Richmond", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "http://www.atgtickets.com/richmond", "category": "tours", "tags": ["history/local-history/ghosts"], "description": "Richmond Theatre Ghost Tour is a ghost tour held at Richmond Theatre. The sources do not name an organizer, so it is not known who runs it. It takes place at the theatre on The Green in Richmond. Its own page for booking sits with the theatre's ticketing partner.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/richmond-theatre-ghost-tour-64877/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/ee7406590a4bf4ad7416748ff6620a5ed5dd542dc3b1dfe757ff792ad0839422-1200.webp"}]}