Top Experiences in Royal Shakespeare Theatre

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.

Luxury Return Travel From London, Two Nights Accommodation in your very own 2 Bedroom 4* Holiday Cottage in Stratford-Upon-Avon, A Full Free Day to Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon including Shakespeare's house, Half Day Oxford Walking Tour where you'll get to visit the historic university buildings (Self-Guided), Half Day Warwick Castle Tour with Free Entry (Self-Guided), Full Day Cotswold Tour which will take you to some of the most well know spots including Arlington Cottages and Bourton-on-the Water, (Guided), River Avon boat trip, Free Entry Passess into Shakespeare’s Historic Houses, Plus a Free Entry Pass for Many More Attractions.

This tour is led by a trained actor and director who has worked on numerous Shakespearian plays and is currently studying a PhD in Drama at Queen Mary University of London under one of the worlds leading Shakespearian Scholars. Mixing storytelling, quotes from Shakespeare's plays, and the latest Shakespearian scholarship, this tour is aimed at tourists keen to learn more about William Shakespeare, as well as people who are passionate about the immortal bard.

Designed to give you access to the best bits of Stratford-Upon-Avon, this tour gives insight into the man behind the legendary playwright, covering details and locations linked to William's upbringing, the rise and fall of William's father, John Shakespeare, and William's domestic life with his wife and children, to which he returned to in his old age after making his fortune in London.

Including a pick-up and return to London, and all entry fees, this tour takes the hassle out of travel to and finding your way around Stratford.

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!

Explore Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, and discover the best of England in one day on this small group tour, maximum 16 people, from London. Visit historic Stratford-upon-Avon with a guide and learn of the life of William Shakespeare — widely considered to be England’s most famous poet. Spin through the pretty countryside to characterful Cotswold villages, where life ticks by at a relaxing pace. Then, explore the medieval city of Oxford — home to one of the world’s oldest universities and join your tour guide for a walking tour to learn and see more. Tour includes guide and round-trip luxury mini-coach travel from central London.

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.

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 the incredible tale of Danes running rampage, to the establishment of the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company -there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

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. Guided by a local’s eyes, Stratford comes alive and you will also glimpse what life is like here today too!

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.

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!

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.

Luxury Return Travel From London, Two Nights Accommodation in our very own 2 Bedroom 4* Holiday Cottage in Stratford-Upon-Avon, (4 persons per cottage) A Full Free Day to Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon including Shakespeare's house, Half Day Oxford Walking Tour where you'll get to visit the historic university buildings (Self-Guided), Half Day Warwick Castle Tour with Free Entry (Self-Guided), Full Day Cotswold Tour which will take you to some of the most well know spots including Arlington Cottages and Bourton-on-the Water, (Guided), River Avon boat trip, Free Entry Passess into Shakespeare’s Historic Houses, Plus a Free Entry Pass for Many More Attractions.

Today our journey is straight to Shakespeare 's historic Stratford-upon-Avon that immortalized by William Shakespeare and is like a shrine to him. Stratford-upon-Avon is the city that gave birth and burial to William Shakespeare and millions of people visit the city every year to celebrate his life and work. Imagine a day with the perfect combination of English history. A fairy tale packed with beautiful towns and bucolic fields in English landscapes. Admire the cathedrals, historic buildings, highlights and the hidden gems that tell the story of a timeline of the nation’s history. Follow in the footsteps of the world’s greatest poet and writer that creates the world of literature in Stratford upon Avon. Indulge yourself with the luscious artisanal tastes right in the heart of the countryside that you will admire. All those marvels are just a couple of hours away from London and simply await your exploration with your qualified APTG Blue Badge Tourist Guide.

Small group luxury mini coach Tour departing from Stratford-upon-Avon & Moreton-in-Marsh with overnight night accommodation in your very own 2-bedroom holiday cottage in the heart of Stratford-Upon-Avon. Start with a full-day Cotswold tour, which will take you to some of the most well-known spots, including Arlington Cottages and Bourton-on-the-Water before heading to your accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon. On your second day wake up and enjoy a full day exploring Stratford-Upon-Avon, including Shakespeare's houses, the Guilded Chapel and Anne Hathaways Cottage. After your full day of touring we'll drop you back off at either Stratford-upon-Avon train Station or Moreton-in-Marsh. Discounted entry passes into Shakespeare’s historic houses are available to purchase and use on your second day. (Prices Start from £149 per person for a group of 4)