Stratford upon Avon, cosy Shakespeare birthday town
Joined 2025
How about spending a full day immersed in the world of William Shakespeare in a charming English countryside town?
Our tour is a walking experience through Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of England’s greatest writer and playwright.
The main tourist attractions are close together, and we’ll explore the most important sites, combining history, culture, and fun.
This itinerary is perfect for getting a real sense of what life was like for Shakespeare in this beautiful medieval town.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Stratford upon Avon Train Station
- Stratford upon Avon train station is located 10 minutes from the Town Centre. This station, served by the West Midland Railway and Chiltern Railway lines, can be reached from London and Birmingham International Airport.
Shakespeare Birthplace
You can also watch some theatrical performances in the house's garden and learn a little more about the work of Shakespeare's father.
Shakespeare New Place
Shakespeare New Place was the largest and most prestigious house in Stratford at the time. He bought it in 1597, at the height of his fame and wealth, and lived there with his family until he died there in 1616. Today, only the foundation and gardens remain, but the site is well signposted and preserved.
Guidehall & King Edward VI School
Known today as Shakespeare School, it still operates as a selective school for boys.
He would have received a classical education, with a strong focus on:
Latin grammar and literature (including works by Virgil, Ovid and Cicero), rhetoric, logic and memorization
This education laid the linguistic and literary foundations for his later works.
Lunch Time in Traditional Restaurant or Pub
Step inside a traditional English pub and stepping into a warm, welcoming slice of British heritage.
Holy Trinity Church
Holy Trinity Church dates back to 1210 and was built on the site of a Saxon monastery. It is the oldest building in Stratford-upon-Avon, situated on the banks of the River Avon and is one of the most visited churches in England due to its fame as the baptism and burial place of William Shakespeare.
Anne Hathaway Cottage
To visit Anne Hathaway Cottage, we will walk 1 mile to and 1 mile back to the town center.
Anne Hathaway's Cottage is a twelve-room farmhouse with a beautiful garden where Anne Hathaway, wife of William Shakespeare, lived as a child. This beautiful thatched-roof cottage is situated in Shottery, about a mile west of Stratford-upon-Avon town centre.
Ending Point
Stratford upon Avon Train Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
* Guide fee
* Support and information
* Transportation fee
* Food and drinks
* Entrance fee to tourist sites
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
This tour is not recommend for those with severe back/knee or wheelchair accessible.
Important message from the supplier
Our entire tour is done on foot, the vast majority of tourist attractions are very close to the town center, only Anne Hathaway's cottage is on the outskirts of the city and we will walk 2 km to go and 2 km to return.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Alberto S.
I am an enthusiastic person with excellent communication and listening skills. I love history and culture and am always looking for interesting places to visit. I am punctual, have planning skills and a problem-solving approach that always puts the client first.
$260/ per group
