Shakespeare's Stratford-Upon-Avon Self Guided Stroll by a Local

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.

1. 1

   The Recreation Ground

   10 min

   Begin your journey on the banks of the River Avon, with views of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the 500-year-old Clopton Bridge — built by one man who left Stratford poor and returned as Lord Mayor of London.

2. 2

   Holy Trinity Church

   Pass by

   This is Shakespeare's final resting place and you will hear about the mysterious curse he inscribed to keep grave robbers away — a curse that has worked for over 400 years.

3. 3

   Royal Shakespeare Theatre

   5 min

   After a brief stop in front of a famous pub, we head to the famous Theatre and hear the dramatic story of the theatre that burned down.

4. 4

   Shakespeare's New Place

   Pass by

   Stand where Shakespeare lived and died — and hear the story of the reverend who was chased out of town.

5. 5

   Harvard House

   Pass by

   Find out what makes this hidden gem of a place special.

6. 6

   Shakespeare's Birthplace

   Pass by

   End your walk at the most famous literary address in the world. See the diamond-scratched signatures of Charles Dickens and Walter Scott in the nursery window, and meet the Jester statue with a very funny installation story.(You can enter after the tour if you have booked tickets in advance).

7. 7

   Hall's Croft

   Pass by

   Pause at the elegant Tudor home of Shakespeare's daughter Susanna and her physician husband — and hear about the adultery scandal that shook the family.

8. 8

   Mason Croft

   Pass by

   Discover the home of Marie Corelli, a Victorian novelist, who rowed a Venetian gondola down the Avon and saved Stratford's heritage.

9. 9

   The Guild Chapel

   10 min

   Learn how Shakespeare's own father was paid to whitewash terrifying medieval 'Doom' paintings — and accidentally preserved them for centuries

10. 10

    The Gower Memorial

    5 min

    Admire the bronze statues unveiled by Oscar Wilde himself — each representing one of Shakespeare's great themes through his most famous characters

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.