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Overview

Take Stratford-Upon-Avon at your own pace with a dedicated local guide on your very own private tour. You can choose any date or time for your private tour in the booking form. 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!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

England, CV37 6YY, United Kingdom

Please meet your guide beside Gower Memorial in Bancroft Gardens. Or we can pick up at your central hotel, just let us know.

Pickup Information

Your guide will be wearing an orange jacket

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. The Gower Memorial
Met your guide at the Gower Memorial and discover what each four statues symbolise, as well as learn a little about Stratford's origins
Duration: 5 mins
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
Duration: 20 mins
3. The Shakespeare Centre
Officially opened on Shakespeare's 400th birthday, this building hides an incredible amount of Shakespearean knowledge
Duration: 5 mins
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.
Duration: 5 mins
5. Town Hall Stratford upon Avon
View the Civic Town Hall as your guide unravels the surprising history behind this stately building
Duration: 5 mins
6. The American Fountain
Peer into the American Fountain to find not water, but a swinging pendulum for the clock above
Duration: 5 mins
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 on the Bard
Duration: 5 mins
8. Almshouses
These beautiful almshouses sit next to Shakespeare's old school, and are still being used for their original purpose
Duration: 5 mins
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
Duration: 5 mins
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
Duration: 5 mins
11. The Other Place
Discover the charms of The Other Place, and the stars who performed there before they were famous
Duration: 5 mins
12. Swan Theatre
Once destroyed by fire, the Swan Theatre rises like a phoenix (well, swan) from the ashes
Duration: 5 mins
13. Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Finish the tour at the internationally-acclaimed Royal Shakespeare Theatre, home to the Royal Shakespeare Company
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Exclusion

Shakespeare's Birthplace is seen from the outside

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Walking Tours in England

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