Top Stratford-upon-Avon Cultural Tours

See the landscapes and honey-coloured limestone villages that make the Cotswolds one of the most popular sightseeing destinations in England. Enjoy the historic charm of centuries-old cottages and churches, and find walks and hikes that take advantage of the famous rolling countryside. Spot red deer and birds of prey, and explore the green country lanes in your comfortable tour bus.

The WalkTalkShow.co.uk is a fascinating trip through the entire history of Stratford upon Avon. 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 starts daily at 10am, it has 17 stops - each one used to illustrate key historical details; both about the Bard and his hometown. What were the issues with his father, John Shakespeare? Just how significant were the Guild of the Holy Cross [founded 1269] to local history - and who was the enigmatic Hugh Clopton? See John Harvard's 1607 birthplace - the man who went on to start Americas most famous University. Shakespeare frequented all five of the taverns from his day that survive to this - and you still can; we'll show you all of them. You will learn a lot about the greatest writer ever as well as the iconoclastic forces of English history that shaped the man, his home town - as well as the entire British Isles. Details: WalkTalkShow.co.uk

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

If you like to walk but hate being tied down to a schedule, these self-guided audio walking tours are the perfect way to discover Shakespeare's birthplace and nearby Warwick, with its dramatic castle. First, spend an hour or so discovering Warwick's Celtic and Saxon history and learning about medieval warfare; next, make your own way to Stratford-upon-Avon to discover the places that played such a huge part in Shakespeare's life.

Get more out of your visit to William Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and explore the city with your own private guide. You’ll see the sights linked to the famous English playwright, such as Shakespeare’s Birthplace, along with the city’s Holy Trinity Church, and listen to commentary as you walk. Insights into Shakespeare himself and recounts of key events in English history are all part of the tour.

Discover charming, medieval Stratford-Upon-Avon—the historic birthplace of William Shakespeare—from the comfort of an open-top, double-decker bus. On this sightseeing tour, relax for the full-route journey or hop off at any of the stops along the way to see key attractions like the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, and the Holy Trinity Church where Shakespeare is buried.

As an official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Cotswolds are one of southern England’s most popular destinations—but without a car, it can be difficult to explore the region. This small-group, full-day tour from Stratford-upon-Avon makes logistics simple. Following pickup from your hotel, journey into the Cotswolds, to discover highlight villages like Bourton-on-the-Water, Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, and more. As you go, learn more about the region’s wealth of history from your guide.

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.

Come and discover our ancient town with a local guide every day. From being the home of Shakespeare to our unique architecture, there’s something for everyone to discover in our idyllic town. Join your local guide on a 1.5-hour stroll around the main sights of Stratford-Upon-Avon, walking in the footsteps of Shakespeare, and discovering our incredible theatres, river, and churches along the way. See our town through a local's eyes, discovering what life is like here today too. Discover: Royal Shakespeare Theatre Town Hall Canal Basin The oldest pub in town Holy Trinity Church Shakespeare's Birthplace & much more you wouldn't discover on your own!