Daily Stratford Upon Avon Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

4.9
(103 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the charm of Stratford-upon-Avon, a quintessentially English town steeped in history, on our daily 1.5-hour walking tour with a friendly local guide. Wander through picturesque streets lined with beautifully preserved, authentic buildings—many of which stood during Shakespeare’s time—as the story of Stratford unfolds before you.

From ancient origins and Viking invasions to the rise of the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company, this tour brings centuries of history to life. Along the way, explore the scenic canals, admire Stratford’s iconic theatres, and uncover hidden local secrets that most visitors miss!

Discover:
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Town Hall
Canal Basin
The oldest pub in town
Holy Trinity Church
Shakespeare's Birthplace
…and much more you wouldn't discover on your own!

What's Included

Local guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at Gower Memorial in Bancroft Gardens. They will be wearing an orange jacket and/or lanyard.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Met your guide at the Gower Memorial and discover what each four statues symbolise, as well as learn a little about Stratford's origins

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Shakespeare's Birthplace

    See Shakespeare's Birthplace from the outside and discover Shakespeare's life here with your local guide. This is very interesting architecturally too. Shakespeare's Birthplace is seen from the outside

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Officially opened on Shakespeare's 400th birthday, this building hides an incredible amount of Shakespearean knowledge

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Henley Street

    Walk down Stratford's main street to spot famous statues and be in the centre of Stratford's hustle and bustle. With interesting buildings all around, there's lots to see and discover.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    View the Civic Town Hall as your guide unravels the surprising history behind this stately building

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Peer into the American Fountain to find not water, but a swinging pendulum for the clock above

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Shakespeare's New Place

    Take in the beautiful gardens on the ground where Shakespeare's second residence, the massive New Place used to sit, and learn what exactly happened to the house of the Bard

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8

    These beautiful almshouses sit next to Shakespeare's old school, and are still being used for their original purpose

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Hall's Croft

    Although in disrepair, this is easily one of the most beautiful houses in Stratford - and used to belong to Susanna, Shakespeare's daughter

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Holy Trinity Church

    Walk out towards Stratford's Holy Trinity Church, final resting place of Shakespeare. Take a step inside the church with your guide and enjoy the natural beauty around the church

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 11

    Discover the charms of The Other Place, and the stars who performed there before they were famous

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 12

    Once destroyed by fire, the Swan Theatre rises like a phoenix (well, swan) from the ashes

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 13
    Royal Shakespeare Theatre

    Finish the tour at the internationally-acclaimed Royal Shakespeare Theatre, home to the Royal Shakespeare Company

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Walking Tours in England

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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Excellent Quality
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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