How does the VIP experience work?

You’ll experience Martians invading the UK as if it’s really happening – all set to Jeff Wayne’s iconic music. This breathtaking 1hr 50 show features 24 interactive scenes with live action, multi-sensory effects and virtual reality.

No, not at all! We have designed the experience to be understood and enjoyed by those who don’t know anything about HG Wells’ The War of The Worlds.

Layered Reality™ are the leaders in immersive entertainment experiences - with powerful storytelling, cutting-edge technology and outstanding customer service. We combine live theatre (actors, movie-scale sets, and special effects) together with the latest digital technology (virtual reality, projection mapping and holograms) plus physical sensations (sight, sound, smell, touch and movement) to create a unique immersive experience that is truly memorable. Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds Immersive Experience is set to Jeff Wayne’s award-winning musical work adapted from HG Wells’ dark Victorian Tale.

The event is located in the City of London at 56 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 2BJ.

The venue is just a few minutes’ walk from several tube stations, train stations, boat piers and bus stops including Aldgate, Fenchurch Street, Bank, Monument, Liverpool Street, Tower Hill, Tower Gateway and Tower Millenium Pier.

The closest public car parks are NCP London - Whitechapel High St, London E1 6LP and Minories Car Park - 1 Shorter Street, London, E1 8LP.

The experience takes place in an indoor venue.

The whole experience takes around 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval in The Red Weed Bar. We also have our very own themed bar and restaurant - The Spirit of Man, where you can enjoy drinks and delicious meals before or after your experience.

It's best to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time (or earlier to enjoy a drink in our themed bar). This will give you time to check-in, sign the waivers, store your belongings in our cloakroom and get yourself relaxed and ready to take part. Sorry, but we can't accommodate latecomers, so be sure to be on time!

Please note: storage of items is subject to a charge per guest however, a limited number of unsupervised hooks are available in the cloakroom for the storage of personal belongings. Layered Reality accept no liability for loss or damage of items using this facility.

If you happen to arrive late, your entry will be dependent on if there is space available. This may result in an undefined waiting period or entry not permitted to the experience.

Each performance is limited to 14 people.

Yes, we have The Spirit of Man bar & restaurant which has a full range of cocktails, beers, wines, spirits, pizzas, burgers, salads, snacks & more. This is open to the public and ticketed guests. There is also The Red Weed Bar in the interval which offers a selection of drinks & snacks and our signature Red Weed Cocktail. However, this bar is only available to ticketed guests attending the experience.

No, table reservations are not required. We have plenty of space in our bar and restaurant.

If you wish to eat before the experience we would recommend arriving at least 1 hour prior to the start time. Alternatively you can wait until after the show has finished to eat and drink, you may be asked to pre-order your food due to kitchen opening times.

Yes we have vegan & gluten free options available on our menu.

Only food and drinks purchased within the venue can be consumed on the premises. Food, drinks or chewing gum are not permitted inside the experience. If you need to bring specific food or medicine due to a pre-existing medical condition then please supply the relevant supporting medical evidence.

Upon arrival at the venue, you will be given tokens to redeem these throughout your visit at the same time as your tickets are checked.

Yes, you can take photos in both The Spirit of Man and Red Weed Bars, where there are photo opportunities. You can share these with us on Social Media. There is no photography, videography or recording once inside the experience. Professional photos will be taken during the experience and you will have the opportunity to purchase these afterwards.

Yes, we have a full range of themed merchandise available to purchase at the venue.

This is a walk through immersive experience. There are some seats in selected scenes which allow you to sit and watch the performance.

Yes, there is. Personal belongings can be stored prior to entry to the show, storage of items is subject to a charge per guest. Guests are not permitted to carry bags through the show. However a limited number of unsupervised hooks are available in the cloakroom for the storage of personal belongings. Layered Reality accept no liability for loss or damage of items using this facility.

As it’s an immersive experience, we suggest wearing comfortable clothing and flat shoes or trainers. Please avoid wearing high heels, boots, flip flops, or anything similar as they are not suitable. Our team reserves the right to refuse entry if they have any concerns about health and safety.

Three scenes include the use of a VR headset and each of these parts of the experience last for up to ten minutes.

The VR headsets are designed to be universal and adjust for different head sizes.

Your family/friends are welcome to wait in The Spirit of Man bar & restaurant whilst you’re inside the experience but remember, the experience lasts for around 2 hours and it’s much more fun for all involved if you are able to join them.

Please inform a member of our team at the venue and they will assist with retrieving your belongings.