Tours and Attractions
Behind the Seams at Angels Costumes
Behind the Seams at Angels Costumes - Dressing the stars of stage and screen since 1840
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Angels Costumes is the world's largest costume house and the Behind the Seams tour is a one-of-a-kind experience - showcasing their extensive costume collection which spans 8 miles worth of rails and over 1 million items.
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On the tour you'll be guided around all of Angels Costumes departments including Tailoring, Ladies Making, Alterations, Uniform, Badge Room and Warehouse. You'll hear first-hand accounts of working on the biggest productions such as Shakespeare in Love, The Lady in the Van, Downton Abbey, Wicked and Game of Thrones. You'll also see clothes made or recreated for Benedict Cumberbatch, Judi Dench, Fred Astaire, Johnny Depp, Cate Blanchett and many more.
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Private tours booked on request for ages 11+ from £400 per tour. Up to 15 people per tour, up to 3 tours at any one time.
National Theatre
Led by experienced guides, visit the unseen parts of the three auditoriums, backstage areas and theatre workshops, where sets and props are created.
Bespoke tours are available for groups of up 20 on most days when the building is open. Multiple tours can be scheduled 15 minutes apart for larger groups. Most tours take place in the mornings from 10.30 or from 17.00 in the evenings.
Private tours 1-20 people from £379 per tour.
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Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, Theatre Royal Drury Lane has survived tragedy, fire, bankruptcy and even murder!
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From ghosts to Royal scandal, step inside and unearth the secrets of the West End’s oldest theatre site. Journey behind-the-scenes as our expert guides surprise you with insider secrets from the past 400 years.
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A new educational tour is available, aimed at school children between the ages of 12 and 18 (though we can also tailor it for kids as young as 10). It’s the same format as our hugely popular adult tours but with some of the adult bits cut out and three 5-minute drama workshops included, along with a quiz about musicals and an interview with one of the theatre’s famous ghosts. Among a huge amount of information, younger guests will hear about the origins of the words Crew, Drag, Props and Box Office, as well as learning about the origins of pantomime, musicals, naturalistic acting and moving scenery. There’s also the re-enactment of the fight between King George III and the Prince Regent and a speech from the ghost of Hamlet’s father, all done in an entertaining way that is part tour, part performance.
Tour times on request most mornings, subject to performance schedules.
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Guided Tours are in English and last approximately 1 hour. There are 20 spaces available per tour. Tickets are £25.90 per person.
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Theatre Royal Drury Lane is a working theatre, so no two tours are the same. Sometimes we’ll need to change the route due to other events taking place in the building.
Royal Opera House
One of the most famous opera houses in the world, the Royal Opera House offers spectacular tours of its unique theatre, right in the heart of Covent Garden.
Private tours available on request from 10.45 onwards with tours starting every 30 minutes. Tours last 75 minutes and groups get 10% discount in the cafe and shop.
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Private groups of up to 20 people for £469. Groups of 21-25 from £22.50 per person plus £60 backstop* charge.
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The Royal Opera House is a working theatre, so no two tours are the same. Sometimes we’ll need to change the route due to other events taking place in the building.
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*A "backstop" is a member of Front of House who follows the group for health & safety & security protocol, required for any group of 21-25 people.
London Palladium
Step into the captivating world of The London Palladium. It’s with immense joy that we announce the long-awaited opening of our backstage doors after more than half a decade.
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Discover the intricate inner workings of our iconic venue, where every corner is steeped in history and every stage holds the echoes of legendary performances. Immerse yourself in the essence of theatre and witness first-hand where dreams are realised, and stories are brought to life.
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Tours available at 13.00 & 14.30, every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and will last approximately 1 hour. The tour will be £35.50 or £29.50 for children, and includes tea, coffee and cake post-tour in the opulent Val Parnell bar. Visitors will also have access to purchase limited edition merchandise on the day.
Shakespeare's Globe
The iconic Globe Theatre is a faithful reconstruction of the open-air playhouse in which Shakespeare worked, and for which he wrote many of his most famous plays!
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Expert guide-storytellers will provide your group with a fascinating tour of the Globe Theatre auditorium, vividly recreating colourful stories of the 1599 Playhouse, the London Shakespeare would have known and the Globe reconstruction process in the 1990s, exploring how the wooden ‘O’ works today as an imaginative and experimental space for performance.
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You’ll also have the opportunity to explore our brand-new, walk-through exhibition space, travelling through over 400 years of fascinating history. Written information sheets available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese or Simplified Chinese.
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Tours available daily and last aproximately 2 hours including entry to the exhibition + the tour. Prices from £26.60 for children aged under 16, and £36.40 for adults aged 16+, with 1 free ticket per ten bought (duducted from cheapest tickets).
Royal Albert Hall
The Royal Albert Hall once hosted a séance; flooded the auditorium with 56,000 litres of water for an opera concert; and that criminals, as well as musicians and politicians, have graced the Hall’s stage?
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Together with a friendly guide, you’ll take a peek at the royal areas of the Hall, see the breath-taking auditorium, and the stage that’s hosted some of the world’s biggest change-makers, history-shapers and stars – from Arctic Monkeys to Muhammad Ali, BBC Proms to Beyoncé, Cirque du Soleil to Winston Churchill, and Albert Einstein to Ed Sheeran.
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You’ll discover how the building was founded 150 years ago, the royal love story that made it happen, and how we solved one of the UK’s most enduring engineering challenges – the Royal Albert Hall echo. You might even be lucky enough to hear an artist in soundcheck!
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School tours from £11.60 per student
Group tours from £15.60 per person
Attractions & Tours
Did you know that London's museums and galleries, plus its many other outstanding attractions, are the most Googled attractions on the planet?
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Many of London's museums and galleries have more visitors than some countries. They offer classes, workshops and tours for groups, making an outstanding option for any school trip, Groups must book in advance so speak to Theatre Workout today to plan your bespoke trip.
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Other attractions include: Sea Life London Aquarium, Faulty Towers Dining Experience, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, View from the Shard, London Dungeon, Madame Tussauds, Windsor Castle, and Westminster Abbey.
Contact us today for more information
London Eye
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One of London's premier attractions with outstanding views across the capital. Duration 45 minutes. Groups should arrive 30 minutes before their boarding time in case fo queues
Frameless
Four immersive galleries displaying interactive 360 masterpieces. Marble Arch
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Duration: two hours.
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David Hockney: Bigger & Closer
Using large-scale projection in a remarkable new space, David Hockney takes us on a personal journey through sixty years of his art. Kings Cross
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Duration about two hours.
Kew Gardens
Explore the world's most famous garden. Delve into a rainforest, stroll a soaring walkway amidst tree canopies and see the first galleries in the world dedicated solely to botanical art. Extensive gardens under glass reach up to 27C, guaranteeing year-round warmth. Travel through ten climatic zones in the Princess of Wales Conservatory and be amazed by giant lily pads in the Waterlily House. Kew gardens provides a unique day out with four cafes and restaurants, a serene lake and waterlily ponds.
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Duration: about 3-6 hours
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Curriculum links: Botany, Natural Sciences, Biology, Gardening, Art and Design, Natural History, Geography,
Lightroom: Vogue - Inventing The Runway
Kings Cros / St Pancras.
A spectacular new immersive exhibition exploring the history of the fashion runway show, from the intimate couture salons of the early 20th century to the unforgettable pop-culture events of the present.
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The show will utilise Vogue’s remarkable archive and contributor network to create an experience that brings together the industry’s leading voices from the past, present, and future.
13 November 2024 until 26 April 2025 at Lightroom.
Groups 10+ from £19.50 daily,
School groups from £12 + 1 free teacher per 10 students, Mon-Fri until 15.00
Lightroom: The Moonwalkers
Kings Cros / St Pancras.
Located in King’s Cross, Lightroom invites the world’s leading creative minds to use their vast space and revolutionary technology to create something completely new. Tom Hanks narrates an epic journey, delving into humanity’s past and future moon voyages. Hear intimate details of the Apollo Missions and gain insights into the Artemis programme through interviews with astronauts.
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Using largescale projection in a remarkable new space, explore 60 wonderous years of David Hockney’s art. In a cycle of six themed chapters, with commentary by the artist himself, Hockney reveals his process to us. Watch him experimenting with perspective, using photography as a way of drawing with a camera. From LA to Yorkshire, spend time in the presence of one of the great popular geniuses of the art world still innovating, creating beauty and awe.
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13 December 2024 - 26 April 2025 at Lightroom.
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Groups 10+ from £19.50 daily,
School groups from £12 + 1 free teacher per 10 students, Mon-Fri until 15.00
Marilyn
Arches, London Bridge.
A rare glimpse into the private world of Marilyn Monroe, the woman behind the icon.
From love letters, satin robes, timeless outfits to vintage shoes, make-up and accessories this meticulously curated collection of 250 extraordinarily personal objects from the exclusive private collection of Ted Stampfer, the world's largest collection of Marilyn Monroe’s historical objects of this kind, unveils Marilyn as never before.
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Duration: about 90 minutes
Movie Tours
Theatre Workout now offer Film and TV location sightseeing tours in London including bus and walking tours in various locations. Our top recommendations include:
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Harry Potter Walking Tour of London: A guided two hour Harry Potter Walking Tour of London. Includes the Ministry of Magic street entrance, the Leaky Cauldron and the Death Eaters bridge.
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Greenwich Tour of Film Locations: Visit Greenwich and discover how a World Heritage Site has become a top film location on this 2 hour Greenwich film locations tour that showcases scenes from over 30 blockbuster movies.
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The Crown Walking Tour of London: a two hour guided tour of filming locations for the hit Netflix show including royal palaces, private clubs and iconic sites
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Doctor Who Walking Tour of London: 2 ½ hour Doctor Who London walking tour, seeing locations from classic episodes such as The Invasion to Rose, Dark Water and Death in Heaven with Peter Capaldi.
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Mary Poppins Walking Tour of London: Join us on the Mary Poppins Tour of London as you take a two hour walk exploring locations from the new film with Emily Blunt as well as literary sites.
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Other tour options are available across the UK. Let us know where you want to go and we'll check available tour options.
St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's is not only an archtectural masterpiece and it's dome a landmark of the London skyline, but also a symbol of the hope, strength and reilience of the city and the nation it serves. A cathedral has stood here since 604AD with the present cathdral now over 300 years old. Enjoy the beautiful decor of the vast cathedral floor before climbing to the famous Whispering Gallery with its unique acoustics. Continue to the Stone or Golden Galleries on top of the dome for breath-taking panoramic views across London.
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Duration: about one hour.
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Curriculum links: History, Religion, Culture, Art & Design, PSHE, Geography, Music
Thames River Cruise
Travel in style on the river Thames with convenient ferry terminals in Greenwich, Waterloo, Westminster and the City.
Theatre Workout is partnered with all three river services to offer a range of sightseeing cruises with City Cruises and Thames River Sightseeing, and ferry services with UBER Thames Clipper.
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Book your single, return, or hop-on hop-off services as part of your next trip today.
UK Parliament
Award-winning group tours at the UK Parliament, offering a wide range of tours of the House of Commons, House of Lords, and medieval Westminster hall.
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90 minute guided tour or self-guided via multimedia, available in English, Welsh, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Russian and Brazilian Portuguese.
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Tours are available Saturdays and most weekdays during parliamentary recesses including Christmas, Easter and summer. Afternoon Tea is also available on request.
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Duration: 60-90 minutes.
Walking Tours
Bespoke guided walking tours tailored to your group and interests. Popular choices include:
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Jack The Ripper tours
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Street Art tours
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Westminster, Whitehall, Horse Guards & Buckingham Palace tour
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Theatre Land tour
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Natural History Museum
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Duration: two hours
Groups 20-25 people from £350
Warner Brother's Studio Tour: The Making of Harry Potter
Discover the Filmmaking Magic - walk in the footsteps of Harry Potter and explore the wonders of the Wizarding World
General admission and guided tours available. Prices subject to availability. This is an extremely popular attraction and we recommend booking at least three months in advance.
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Duration: 3-4 hours.
The World of Tim Burton
Delve into the fantastical world of Tim Burton in this major exhibition exploring his remarkable creations and key collaborations with designers.
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Duration: 2-3 hours. Runs 25 October 2024 – 21 April 2025, The Design Museum
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Adult tickets from £25
Children aged 6 to 15 from £13.75
Under 6s go free
Concession/Student tickets from £20.50
ZSL London Zoo
London Zoo is the world's oldest scientific zoo. It was opened in London on 27 April 1828, and was originally intended to be used as a collection for scientific study.
Day passes for groups of 10+:
Adult price per person: from £20.95
Child price per person: from £16.25
Museums
London and the UK offer an extraordinary array of fascinating museums. Some of the most popular are listed below, but others include:
The Museum of Childhood | Transport Museum | National Gallery | National Pourtrait Gallery | Royal Academy | Tate Modern
Dickens Museum
The Victorian family home of Charles Dickens in London
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This is where the author wrote Oliver Twist, Pickwick Papers and Nicholas Nickleby. It’s where he first achieved international fame as one of the world’s greatest storytellers.
Here you will uncover the private world behind the author’s public image, explore his study, the family bedchambers, and the servants’ quarters below stairs. See treasures including Dickens’s desk and handwritten drafts from the novels he wrote here.
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Classes, workshops and tours available for KS1-5
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Curriculum links: English Literature, Culture, History,
Handel & Hendrix in London
Separated by a wall & 200 years are the homes of two musicians who chose London & changed music.
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This unique musical experience promote knowledge, awareness and enjoyment of Handel and his music from the place he lived and composed for 36 years.
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In addition, they promote the continuing and diverse musical and cultural heritage of Jimi Hendrix who lived next door 200 years later! - closed until 2023.
Natural History and Science Museums
Visit two of the world's leading museums: the Natural History Museum and Science Museum, both of which offer engaging educational experiences.
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Each museum offers education packages with specialist classes and tours for schools. Contact us to build your trip today.
Royal Museums Greenwich
A top-10 UK visitor attraction, Royal Museums Greenwich is home to the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the iconic historic sailing ship Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum, The Painted Hall, and the Queen’s House art gallery. All our attractions are located within easy walking distance of each other within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Day passes or single attraction tickets available.
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Why not travel to Greenwich the scenic route - Thames Clipper services also available.
V&A Theatre Collection
The V&A's Theatre and Performance collections chart the fascinating history of theatre in Britain from the middle ages to today. From early dramatic forms, such as mystery plays and court masques, to the alternative and 'in yer face' drama of the late 20th century, via the patriotic wartime entertainment of the 1940s, and the foundation of institutions such as the Arts Council and the National Theatre.
Tours available for groups of 15+ from just £35, plus free entry to the rest of the museum.