Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, History & Town Highlights Tour

4.9(149)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Walking Tours in England

About this activity

Get your bearings in Stratford-upon-Avon on this 1.5-hour walking tour with a friendly local guide.

Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour introduces the town’s Shakespeare connections, historic streets, riverside scenery and everyday local character. Walk through Stratford’s historic centre, hear stories from the town’s past and present, and discover details you may miss exploring alone.

Along the way, see highlights including the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Shakespeare’s Birthplace, the Gower Memorial, Henley Street, the Town Hall, Shakespeare’s New Place and more. Your guide will bring the town to life with stories of Shakespeare, local history, theatres, pubs, canals and hidden corners.

Every tour is slightly different, with each guide bringing their own stories, favourite details and personal connection to Stratford-upon-Avon.

What's included

✓Local guide

Meeting and pickup

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

Good to know

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

Cancellation policy

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

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