Discover Stratford-upon-Avon
Shakespeare connections and a walkable riverside town. This guide is a starting list for a tailored visit. Suggested stay: 1–2 days. The pacing recommendation is Falcon’s planning suggestion, not a fixed tour schedule.
Places to visit in Stratford-upon-Avon
Choose the attractions that match your interests, access requirements and available time.
- Shakespeare’s Birthplace — the writer’s family story.
- Anne Hathaway’s Cottage — a separate visit outside the central streets.
- Shakespeare’s New Place — historic site and gardens; check access.
- Royal Shakespeare Company — theatre performances and visitor experiences.
- River Avon and Bancroft Gardens — a riverside break.
- Town-centre walking routes — historic streets and local shops.
Suggested route
Shakespeare’s Birthplace → historic town centre → Bancroft Gardens and the river. Schedule a performance or cottage visit separately.
The route is an illustrative planning idea. Allow time for meals, queues, transfers and weather changes; not every attraction needs to be included in one day.
Plan your visit
Check current opening days, timed tickets, accessibility and group-entry arrangements directly with venues. Colleges, royal residences, stadiums and places of worship can restrict public access. Nearby excursions are identified separately from city-centre visits.