Attractions
Whatever takes your fancy, a short break in Shakespeare Country will make you feel rejuvenated and refreshed. Stratford-upon-Avon offers a wide range of attractions and activities to suit any kind of visit.
Stratford Town Walk
Join the DAILY, award-winning Stratford Town Walk (established 2002) for an entertaining guided walk through the charming streets of Stratford-upon-Avon.
Boat Trips on the River
Choose to take a boat trip on the river with Avon Boating, Bancroft Cruisers and the Countess of Evesham...
Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall
Join in a Tudor school lesson,
dress up Tudor-style for a selfie,
play Tudor games and get messy with quill and ink, marvel at our medieval wall paintings, brush up on your Latin!
Recreation Centre
A large open public space which includes football pitches and a play area.
Warwick Castle
There's something for everyone at Warwick Castle...
Walking Tours in Stratford upon Avon
Discover the best of Stratford-upon-Avon with a local guide. From Shakespeare’s legacy and historic landmarks to hidden lanes and riverside views, there’s plenty to explore in this remarkable town, with daily tours at 10:30am and 2pm.
Royal Shakespeare Company & Theatres
One of the world's best-known theatre ensembles, the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) performs at its home in Stratford-upon-Avon.
The company focuses on works by Shakespeare, other renaissance dramatists and contemporary writers.
Bancroft Gardens
The Bancroft Gardens are located on the River Avon adjacent to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
The MAD Museum
The MAD Museum is the only specialist attraction of its kind in the UK. Based in Stratford upon Avon, the museum was launched in March 2012 and showcases the world's finest pieces of Kinetic Art and Automata from pioneering artists from all over the world
The Bear Pit Theatre
100 seat theatre in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-on-Avon Tennis Club
SOATC is a section of the Stratford Sports Club, tucked away in an idyllic location by the side of the river Avon, in the heart of Shakespeare's birthplace. Featuring a free online Court Booking system for all members.
The Royal Shakespeare Company and Theatres - The Other Place
The Other Place is a creative hub for learning, research and development with rehearsal rooms and a 200-seat studio theatre.
Anne Hathaways Cottage
Visit Anne Hathaway Cottage, the beautiful 500 year old cottage where Shakespeare courted his bride to be. See original furniture including the Hathaway bed and uncover five centuries of stories and 13 generations of the family who lived there.