London: Doctor Who TV Locations Tour & Shakespeare's Globe
Where Doctor Who Was Filmed: A Walking Tour Through London's Real Sets
You walk through central London's Doctor Who filming locations with a professional guide who explains which scenes were shot where and why the production chose each spot. You'll see Shakespeare's Globe, Borough, Southbank and other real sets from the series, including the David Tennant episode 'The Shakespeare Code'. The 2.5-hour tour includes a short bus ride (you'll need an Oyster card) and ends with you understanding how London's actual streets became the show's world.
Step-by-step itinerary
Doctor Who TV locations tour in London
- Explore central London neighborhoods
- Visit Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
- Pass by theatre from 'The Shakespeare Code'
- Listen to Doctor Who anecdotes
What’s included
- Your tour includes a professional local guide who leads you through central London's Doctor Who filming locations for 2.5 hours.
- You'll walk through Borough and Southbank neighborhoods, see Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (featured in 'The Shakespeare Code'), and visit other real sets used in the series.
- A short bus ride within Zone 1 is part of the route, so you'll need to purchase an Oyster card or travel card beforehand.
- The guide shares anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories about how each location was used in filming.
- Sunday 10:30
Information
Join a 2.5-hour Doctor Who tour through London's filming sites. Visit Shakespeare's Globe, Borough, Southbank and sets from 'The Shakespeare Code' episode with a local guide.
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The experience
Picture yourself standing in front of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the same spot where the TARDIS landed in "The Shakespeare Code": the David Tennant episode that sent the Doctor back to 1599. That's where this 2.5-hour Doctor Who TV locations tour through London begins, with a guide who knows the behind-the-scenes stories and can point out exactly which angles the cameras used, which windows the props sat in, which cobblestones the actors walked across. The tour moves through central London neighborhoods (Borough, Southbank) stopping at the actual places where scenes were shot, not replicas or approximations.
What makes this different from just wandering around on your own is the guide's knowledge of the show itself. They're not just pointing at buildings. They're telling you why the production chose each location, what happened during filming, and how the London streets became alien worlds or historical moments depending on what the script needed that week. You'll see how a familiar corner transforms on screen, and you'll start noticing the architecture differently. The way a Victorian warehouse becomes a spaceship interior, or how a modern street can look completely timeless when the camera angle is right.
The pace is steady but not rushed. You're walking through real neighborhoods, so there's time to actually look at things, to ask questions, to let the guide's anecdotes sink in. You'll need an Oyster card or travel card for a short bus ride within Zone 1, and you should be comfortable with moderate walking. This isn't a sit-down experience, it's moving through the city. The tour works best if you've watched at least some Doctor Who, but even if you're new to the show, the London history and the filmmaking details stand on their own.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 16).
How long is the Doctor Who tour?
2.5 hours, including walking through central London neighborhoods and a short bus ride.
Do I need to have watched Doctor Who to enjoy this tour?
It helps, especially if you've seen the David Tennant episodes, but the guide also covers London history and filmmaking details that work for anyone interested in how TV is made.
What do I need to bring for the bus ride?
An Oyster card or London travel card for Zone 1. You can buy one at the airport or any tube station before the tour starts.
Which neighborhoods does the tour cover?
The tour walks through Borough, Southbank, and other central London areas where Doctor Who was filmed, including Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.
Is this tour physically demanding?
It involves moderate walking through city streets over 2.5 hours. You should be comfortable on your feet, but it's not a hike or strenuous activity.
Can I bring a stroller or pram?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals are also allowed.
What's included in the tour price?
A professional local guide and the walking tour itself. You'll pay separately for your Oyster card and any personal purchases.
What time does the tour start?
Check the booking page for available departure times. Tours run throughout the day.
Operated by Brit Movie Tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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London: Doctor Who TV Locations Tour & Shakespeare's Globe
2h 30m · EN
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