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.
Shakespeare's Birthplace
Walk in the footsteps of Shakespeare and explore his childhood world. Hear tales of his family life and get up close to rare objects from the world class collections and discover how the extraordinary William Shakespeare continues to shape our lives today
Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Explore Shakespeare's hometown with a self-guided audio walking tour created by a local. Walk at your own pace through historic streets, discovering the places where the Bard lived, studied, and found inspiration. Available in 9 languages via the Tourific
The Shopping Experience
Stratford-upon-Avon hosts a huge range of shops and boutiques. Here you can pick up stylish cothes and gifts with a difference!
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.
RSC Clore Learning Centre
Working as actors, students will explore the plays practically unlocking language and characters as we do in RSC rehearsal rooms. Workshops start with a warm up which encourages teamwork and introduces them to key themes of the play.
Upton House (National Trust)
Come and see how Lord & Lady Bearsted made Upton House and Gardens the perfect country retreat for their family in the 1930s. You can also discover Lord Bearsted's famous art collection including works by Bosch, Stubbs and Canaletto.
Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park
Discover the unique delights of Compton Verney, where there is something for everyone to enjoy. 120 acres of stunning parkland and lake surround an award winning art gallery and gift shop.
Canal Basin
Stratford Canal Basin is a bustling environment centrally located between the world famous Royal Shakespeare Theatre and main shopping areas.
Ragley Hall
A warm welcome to Ragley Hall, ancestral seat of the Hertford family for over 300 years. Set in thousands of acres of its own estate overlooking unspoilt Warwickshire countryside since its initial opening in 1958.
Stratford Leisure Centre
Stratford Leisure Centre has a range of facilities including a pool and fitness studio...
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!