Tours & Activities in Stratford-upon-Avon

Book your tickets for a self-guided audio tour in Stratford upon Avon and discover the life of Shakespeare

Take a day trip out of London and explore Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover the secrets of this charming medieval town and the history of William Shakespeare with this immersive guide!  Guided by an expert literature historian on this self-guided tour, we’ll visit the most famous historic buildings and beautiful architecture. We’ll hear the secret stories about Shakespeareʼs life, learning about the tales, mysteries and family drama that live on in this quaint market town.  Experience iconic key attractions, such as the popular Shakespeare's Tudor-era house, Shakespeare's Birthplace & Schoolroom, the Guildhall and the Holy Trinity Church where you’ll find Shakespeare’s grave. Finish the tour by visiting the Swan Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company to cap off this cultural adventure in this must-see picturesque town.  Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

Explore Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare on a self-guided walking tour. See the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, River Avon, and more while discovering the secrets hidden in his plays.

See where Shakespeare lived, hangout and found so much inspiration on this affordable self-guided walking tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon. • Take in the places connected to Shakespeare’s life including the church where he was baptised and is buried today, and hear about the curse he planted on his own tomb • Hear from producer Oz Harris who’s been guiding private tours around England for over 10 years • Do it all in 30 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Discover and enjoy the hidden gems of Stratford Upon Avon, with two unique, self-guided, heritage walks with a treasure hunt theme. Download to your mobile device to explore in a novel way.

Download this immersive podcast and listen to local historian Josh and Katie as they guide you through the charming town of Stratford-upon-Avon.

Discover this exciting Tudor Life museum in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. Enjoy an interactive tour with many photo opportunities, informational videos, and the chance to try writing with a quill.

Travel by your own rules using the self-guided audio tour and explore Stratford-Upon-Avon

Visit filming locations from the TV show 'Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators' on a self-guided audio walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover the Bard's birthplace.

Your walking tour, your local guide will entertain you with anecdotes from the show as you are guided through this beautiful market town. As you go along you’ll see visuals from the series, showing you were some of the funniest, most touching and memorable moments from all four series were filmed. These include the pedal boat chase scene; where Sebastian helps Gloria scatter her dog’s ashes and the tour group that discovers the severed hand.

Travel through 14 centuries of history on a guided walking tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon. Listen to fascinating stories from 900 years before Shakespeare's birth in 1564 right up to the 21st century.

Discover Stratford-upon-Avon's sinister side on this guided walking tour. Explore the town's winding streets and hear tales of plague, murder, ghosts, torture and witches.

The WalkTalkShow.co.uk is a fascinating trip through the entire history of Stratford, from its 7th Century beginnings to its 21st Century arcade. Our guides will tell you all about the town, William Shakespeare and the buildings and events that punctuate a history spanning 14 centuries. The tour has about a dozen stops - each one used to illustrate key historical details; both about the Bard and his hometown. Just how significant was the Guild of the Holy Cross [founded 1269] to local history - and who was the enigmatic Hugh Clopton? See Harvard House (1596), the family home of the man who went on to start America's most famous University. Shakespeare frequented all five of the taverns from his day that survive to this - and you still can. You will also learn a lot about the greatest writer ever as well as the iconoclastic forces of English history that shaped the man, his home town, the British Isles - and thereafter the wider world. Full details at: WalkTalkShow.co.uk.

Maybe you'll be shocked, maybe you'll be surprised, maybe you'll actually be scared, but you will certainly be entertained as you are taken around the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon to hear tales of plague, murder, ghosts and witches.

Discover the charming town of Stratford-Upon-Avon on this self-guided audio tour. Perfect for all Shakespeare fans out there!

Delight your spooky side with this ghost-themed walking tour in Stratford-upon-Avon. Explore Tutor World, one of the most haunted buildings in the country, with a costumed guide by lantern light.

Discover Stratford-upon-Avon with a local guide on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Visit the town from its origins and learn more about Shakespeare's hometown.

Discover where William Shakespeare was educated and inspired to become the world's greatest playwright with a visit to Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall. Immerse yourself in 16th century Stratford as you can literally take a seat in the very room that Shakespeare sat as a young pupil. Visit the Council Chamber and experience the space where he first witnessed performances by the country’s greatest actors of the day. During this interactive and engaging experience, participate in a Tudor lesson, brush up on your Latin and dress up in Tudor-style for a 'selfie,' and play Tudor games. A visit to Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall is perfect for all ages and includes entrance fee, guide and Tudor lesson.

Discover where William Shakespeare was educated and inspired to become the world's greatest playwright.

Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon's key sights with a local guide. See key sights like the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Town Hall, and the Holy Trinity Church, all whilst enjoying the beauty of Stratford!

Discover Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon aboard an open-top bus and get a sense of this charming city's fascinating history.

Discover the house where William Shakespeare was born: the man who is, for many, the greatest writer of all time. Visit the stage of his youth!

Come and discover our quintessentially English town on our Daily Walking Tour with a friendly, local guide. Walk through the picturesque streets of beautifully kept, authentic buildings (many of which were standing in Shakespeare's time!), all whilst hearing the story of Stratford unfold. From Stratford's ancient origins to life in modern Stratford, the incredible tales of Danes running rampage to the establishment of the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company -there’s something for everyone to enjoy on this walking tour! Join your local guide on a 1.5 hour stroll around the main sights of Stratford-Upon-Avon, along the way discovering the rich history behind our scenic canals complete with swans, incredible theatres and beautiful buildings - and discover some local secrets too! 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!

Visit the site where New Place once stood, the family home of William Shakespeare. Explore the gardens and see contemporary artwork commemorating his work.

Take a city break from London and discover Warwick and Stratford-Upon-Avon in a new way, with these 2 self-guided audio walking tours around Warwickshire! Our first audio tour will give you an introduction to the dynamic streets of Warwick, exploring from the Castle Bridge to St Mary's Church and Warwick Castle. These are the perfect key attractions for anyone interested in Celtic Settlements, Saxon Invasion, Medieval Warfare and the legacy of traditional towns in modern Britain.  The next tour will guide you along with Stratford-Upon-Avon, and the popular Shakespeare's Tudor-era house, Shakespeare's Birthplace & Schoolroom, the Guildhall and the Holy Trinity Church where you’ll find Shakespeare’s grave. We’ll hear the secret stories about Shakespeareʼs life, learning about the tales, mysteries and family drama that live on in this quaint market town. Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

Book your hop-on hop-off bus tour of Stratford-upon-Avon and admire the panoramic views of Shakespeare's birthplace on board of a double-decker-bus.

Discover some of the UK's top literary spots in Bath, Stratford Upon Avon, and Oxford.

To hop on, or to hop off, that is the question...

Hop on a City Sightseeing Stratford-Upon-Avon bus tour and discover sights such as Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Travel on an open-top, double-decker bus with panoramic views of the city.

Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon with a 24-hour or 48-hour bus ticket aboard an open-top double-decker City Sightseeing bus! See Stratford’s most exciting landmarks and attractions with ease with our flexible hop-on hop-off feature – passengers can hop on and hop off at any of the 11 tour stops along the route! Hop-off and discover key points of interest including Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Hall’s Croft and the River Avon!