TourBristol Old Vic Theatre Tours

Step back centuries in time with The Theatre Tour of Bristol Old Vic. Go behind the scenes as your expert guide brings the history of this famous theater to life.

Did you know that Bristol is home to the oldest working theatre in the UK?

See the original workings of a building that has featured world-class productions since the 18th century.

Our expert tour guides will take you behind the scenes, answer your questions, and bring the history of this famous theater to life in vivid detail.

You'll discover the most famous actors and artists who have graced the stage and hear dramatic stories of when the theater's doors were threatened with closing forever.

Weaving together past and present into an exciting and informative experience, the Theatre Tour combines Bristol myths, facts and folklore that permeate the rich history of the Bristol Old Vic.
Notes:
Is this tour wheelchair accessible? Yes. The standard tour includes steps and heights. However, we have a step-free route that can be completed by anyone in a wheelchair.