Shakespeare's Stratford-Upon-Avon Self Guided Stroll by a Local
Overview
Walk where Shakespeare walked, on a self-guided app created by , a local who grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon.
From the school where young Shakespeare studied to the church where a mysterious curse guards his grave, this self-guided audio tour reveals the real Stratford that most visitors walk right past.
Across 15+ stops, you will discover the oldest pub in town, the tragic story of Shakespeare's forgotten daughter Judith, the reason his grand house no longer stands, and the hidden connection between a Stratford timber-framed house and Harvard University.
Unlike group tours, start whenever you want, take as long as you like, and pause to duck into a 500-year-old pub or Shakespeare's Birthplace along the way.
Think you know the Bard? Take the optional Shakespeare quiz as you walk and put your knowledge to the test.
Ideal for those who are here for a day, this walking tour allows you to discover the famous sights and some hidden gems all of which you can experience at your own pace.
What's Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Optional Shakespeare trivia quiz
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Audio and written guide included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Transport
- Entry tickets to Shakespeare Birthplace Trust properties
- Human tour guide at location
Meeting Location
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Windsor Street
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6NL, UK
The tour ends near Shakespeare's Birthplace in front of the Jester statue.
What To Expect
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The Recreation Ground
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Holy Trinity Church (pass by)
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shakespeare's New Place (pass by)
Shakespeare's Birthplace (pass by)
Hall's Croft (pass by)
Mason Croft (pass by)
The Guild Chapel
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Gower Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Optional Shakespeare trivia quiz.
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded.
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation.
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like.
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Audio and written guide included.
- Any physical devices or headphones.
- Transport.
- Entry tickets to Shakespeare Birthplace Trust properties.
- Human tour guide at location.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Shakespeare's Stratford-Upon-Avon Self Guided Stroll by a Local is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Shakespeare’s Stratford-Upon-Avon Self Guided Stroll by a Local will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Optional Shakespeare trivia quiz
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Audio and written guide included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Transport
- Entry tickets to Shakespeare Birthplace Trust properties
- Human tour guide at location
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
