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Get ready to feel all senses fired as we transport you to another world… when Martians invaded London in 1898 and very nearly won. The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience is a new, completely unique event where live actors, virtual reality, and sensational 5D effects place you INSIDE the action.
Your journey begins in The Spirit of Man, a steampunk bar and restaurant on London’s Leadenhall Street… With journalist George Herbert as your guide, you’ll crawl, slide and weave your way through 24 extraordinary scenes, experiencing first hand the fear and destruction of the Martian invasion.
You're not just watching. It’s happening and you’re part of the story. You’ll visit the Royal Observatory, sneak into a deserted house, escape London by boat and even fly to Mars – all with Jeff Wayne’s multi award-winning musical version of The War of The Worlds as your soundtrack! Don’t miss it, this astonishing multi award-winning experience is only available for a limited time.
“Mind blowing. All I can say is WOW. I can honestly say it’s the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen.” wrote Chris L. wrote on Tripadvisor where where 94% of people rate this new, completely unique event Excellent or Very Good.
Don’t miss it… Book now before it’s too late!
- 98% of guests say they'd recommend it.
- London’s favourite immersive night out.
- Top 20 of ALL London nightlife according to Tripadvisor.
- 'Outstanding Achievement’ Award Winner, THEA Awards 2020, Los Angeles.
- Access Information
This immersive experience includes multiple effects which may include total darkness, uneven surfaces, air blasts, strobe lighting, latex, narrow tunnels, sudden loud noises, live actors, fog, scent, a slide and tight spaces, which require you to bend down while walking or crawling.
For safety reasons, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart conditions, asthma, back or neck conditions, epilepsy, or any type of medical condition affecting the senses of smell, vision, or hearing.
The experience is not fully wheelchair accessible but we will be holding regular wheelchair accessible events. Please email support@layeredreality.com to register your interest for one of these accessible events.
- Address
London, EC3A 2BJ
- Cancellation Policy
1. If you test positive for COVID-19, display symptoms, or are asked to isolate by NHS Test and Trace you can exchange your tickets.
2. If the show is cancelled due to COVID-19 or any other reason, you will be offered a free exchange or refund.
3. If the show is going ahead and you are able to attend, there will be no exchange or refund available.- Delivery Method
Free eTicket - mobile or printed
- Duration
Your experience will last for around 2 hours, including a 20 minute intermission in the Red Weed Bar. We also have our very own steampunk themed bar - The Spirit of Man, where you can enjoy drinks and delicious meals before and after your experience.
- Good To Know
Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled start time. This is to ensure you have enough time to check-in and store any personal belongings before entering the experience. We recommend arriving earlier to enjoy The Spirit of Man bar. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate latecomers.
- Suitable For Children
The recommended minimum age is 10yrs. Please note that some scenes are very dark with loud noises, which some children may not enjoy. Children aged 10-15yrs will require written parental consent prior to admission and must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Under 18s must vacate the main bar area by 8pm.
- Where Do I Go
56 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 2BJ
56 Leadenhall Street
London, EC3A 2BJ
