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London's theatres have a long history, from the original Globe Theatre in the 16th-century to the more than fifty theatres in the West End today.

The new Globe Theatre resulted from years of pressure on the authorities by American actor Sam Wanamaker. It was his vision and determination that made it possible.

Take a London Shakespeare walk using a booklet to guide you to Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Southwark Cathedral and the George Inn, one of the city's oldest pubs.

The South Bank is not only a great cultural centre, it is fun. Take a trip on the London eye for a birds eye view of London, or browse the bookstalls alongside the river

Where do the stage directions in a Shakespeare play come from? And why is there a bear in the theatre?

London is always worth a stay even for the most frequent visitors, whether checking out the latest blockbuster exhibit at British Museum or theatre show.

For each performance at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London there are 700 cheap seats on offer, for which visitors pay a bargain theatre ticket price of £5

The South Bank is home to some of London's most popular tourist attractions. Below are six of the best - there are many more.

Visitors love London for its history and prestige; this grand old city is stocked with activities to keep anyone entertained, including the following great ideas.