The price can vary according to visit date and time selected.
Dawn
This climb departs before daybreak (limited departures). Spot the sun breakthrough on the horizon as the city kicks into gear.
5 Things you need to know before your climb
Health & Safety
Your health and safety is important: If you are pregnant or have any pre-existing health conditions you may need to provide a doctor’s Certificate of Fitness note before you climb. You must have a blood-alcohol reading below 0.05 to climb (the same as if you are driving). You will be asked to complete a BridgeClimb Declaration Form before your Climb. Please be honest about your health so we can ensure your wellbeing is not at risk. All discussions will be confidential.
Preparations
How should you prepare for your Climb: Ensure that you have eaten before your Climb and you’re well-hydrated – the experience can last up to 3 ½ hours. Wear comfortable, enclosed rubber-soled shoes such as running, sport or hiking shoes and don’t forget your sunglasses. It is recommend to wear comfortable clothing. You will be equipped with everything else you need for your Climb! Ensure you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled Climb time to allow enough time to check in.
Personal Belongings
All your personal belongings can be stored in lockers, including cameras: there are FREE secure lockers for you to keep your personal belongings in, including phones, cameras and GoPros. The Climb Leaders will capture photos of you during your Climb. For safety and security reasons, cameras, video technology and mobile devices are prohibited on the Climb.
Restrictions
You must be 8 years old and 1.2 metres in height, or taller: Children aged 8 to 15 must be accompanied by and are the responsibility of an adult, with a maximum of three children per adult.
Weather Conditions
Climbs operate in all weather conditions: You will equipped with all the gear you need to keep you dry, but remember to bring your own shoes, which should be enclosed, like running shoes. In case of extreme weather conditions like electrical storms or during times of extremely high wind, Climbs may be postponed.
Shakespeare's Birthplace - This is where it all began. William Shakespeare was born and grew up in this house.
• Explore the Shakespeare family home and glove making business
• Stand where genius was born
• Enjoy live theatre every day with costumed actors performing excerpts from Shakespeare's plays
• Visit our Famous Beyond Words Exhibition and see wonderful objects from our Collections now on display for the first time.
Anne Hathaway's Cottage - Discover the family home of Shakespeare's wife with its beautiful cottage gardens
• Charming thatched Tudor cottage
• Explore nine acres of gardens, grounds and woodland walks
• Heritage blooms, traditional orchards and local wildlife
Mary Arden's Farm - Step back in time for all the sights, smells and sounds of a real working Tudor farm
• See the rare breed animals and falconry display
• Watch our Tudors cook the traditional midday meal
• Have a go at archery
Hall's Croft - Discover the home of Shakespeare's daughter and her wealthy husband Dr John Hall
• Relax in the tranquil gardens
• Hear about the remedies Dr Hall would have used
• Discover stories of the house's famous past occupants
• Enjoy a light snack or cream tea in the cafe
Shakespeare's New Place- walk in Shakespeare's footsteps on the site of his family home which has been re-imagined with beautiful gardens, a restored Tudor knot garden, specially commissioned artworks and a fascinating new exhibition about Shakespeare the family man and business man of Stratford-upon-Avon.
Day(s) of Operation: Friday
Description: While you are here in Portugal you cannot miss this wonderful opportunity to visit our capital. We’ll enter Lisbon via the impressive 25th April suspension bridge (with unbelievable views).
Our visits include- Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries, Alfama (old Jewish sector). Free time for shopping, visiting St. Geroge Castle or just wondering around this enchanting city, followed by a visit to the site of the Expo ́98. Return to Algarve via the Vasco da Gama Bridge, the longest in Eurpoe.
