6 Stratford upon Avon Tours Worth Booking

1.Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,216 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $110Our pick

Spend seven hours exploring Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and a quieter Cotswold village by 16-seat minibus. Local guides such as Steve, Wendy, Martin, Elaine, and Jason add history, humor, and practical tips, while free time lets you explore on your own.

“The coach was perfect. The driver/guide, Elaine, skilled and well-informed. She was a plus across all locales. The reverse course meant we were rarely swamped with other tourists. The pace was perfect. We stopped several times for an hour. Good allotment of comfort stops. A highly recommended tour.”

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2.Shakespeare Distillery Tour – 1pm Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 598 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27

At Shakespeare Distillery in Stratford-upon-Avon, you’ll see how small-batch gin and rum are made, hear the story of gin, and taste at least three spirits before a final Gin and Tonic. The 90-minute, English-language tour starts at 1pm and welcomes up to 10 people.

“Get a taxi so you can enjoy fully. A lovely afternoon. Great history and information. I will definitely have gin with lots of ice!”

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3.The WalkTalkShow.co.uk – Guided Tour of Stratford upon Avon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 319 reviews · from $16Best value

Walk 1.4 km through Stratford-upon-Avon with guides such as Dwayne, Marcus, Glinda, or Krista. Expect Shakespeare stories, Tudor buildings, Harvard House, old pubs, the Guild Chapel, and practical advice for the rest of your visit.

“Krista led an informative tour and kept my attention. I learned a lot and had a good time. Shakespeare and his family seem much more real to me now and the history of Stratford-Upon-Avon came to life.”

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4.The Sinister Side of Shakespeare’s Stratford Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $16

Walk Stratford-upon-Avon with a theatrical English-speaking guide, often Joe, and hear sinister tales linked to Shakespeare, Tudor World, Holy Trinity Church, the Avon, and old town streets. The 90-minute route suits adults and older children who enjoy spooky stories, jokes, and a lively performance.

“The tour guide gave us our own little show and his knowledge was phenomenal, well worth the money and highly recommended .”

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5.City Sightseeing Stratford-upon-Avon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 254 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $20

Ride through Stratford-upon-Avon and nearby Warwickshire on an open-top City Sightseeing bus. Hear English commentary, stop at Shakespeare’s birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Holy Trinity Church, and other key sites. The 24 or 48-hour pass lets you build your own sightseeing day.

“Great way to see all the sights and get the history of Warwick. And hop off when you want to visit place of interest lovely time great value”

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6.Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall Entry Ticket and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $18

Visit the medieval Guildhall where young William Shakespeare studied, then join Master Jenkins for a Tudor lesson in Latin, quill writing, games, and period dress. Guides including Regina explain the building, Shakespeare’s family, and his father’s role as mayor. Allow 30 minutes to an hour, or longer with the lesson.

“The schoolmaster portion was lovely and fun but I don’t think the first half of the tour was interesting for the children. We should probably have started upstairs first. Overall, very friendly staff.”

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