Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon Audio Walking Tour

1 h 30 min – 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon Audio Walking Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Stratford-upon-Avon is one of England's most famous towns. On this walking tour, you'll get into the town's history, from a Roman river crossing, the founding of the medieval market town, the events in Shakespeare's life, to the continuing traditions which preserve the enduring identity of Shakespeare's hometown.

You'll enter the 'Centre Aisle in the Cathedral of Literature' where you will reach Shakespeare's Birthplace. After passing two of the pubs which claim to be the oldest in Stratford, you’ll return to the main historic spine.

You'll come to New Place, the site of the mansion Shakespeare bought in 1597, and hear the ridiculous reason why it was ripped down in 1759. Next to that is the Guildhall, where a five-year-old William Shakespeare would have seen the first ever plays performed in Stratford, before attending school in the upstairs of that building.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you're in the right place, the tour will start
Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones

Itinerary

The MAD Museum

Passing by

You’ll pass by the The MAD Museum, an interactive museum showcasing imaginative mechanical art, kinetic sculptures, and inventive machines created by artists from around the world. Please note that entry to the museum is not included in this tour.
Shakespeare's Birthplace

Passing by

You’ll pass by Shakespeare's Birthplace, the beautifully preserved Tudor home where William Shakespeare was born and spent his early years. Please note that entry to the house and museum is not included in this tour.
Shakespeare's New Place

Passing by

You’ll pass by the New Place Gardens, the peaceful gardens marking the site of William Shakespeare’s final home, with sculptures and displays celebrating his life and legacy. Please note that entry to the gardens and exhibition is not included in this tour.
Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall, the historic building where William Shakespeare is believed to have been educated, offering a fascinating insight into Tudor school life. Please note that entry to the schoolroom and Guildhall is not included in this tour.
Holy Trinity Church

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Holy Trinity Church, the historic parish church where William Shakespeare was baptised and is buried, renowned for its beautiful riverside setting and medieval architecture. Please note that entry to the church is not included in this tour.
Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, the flagship theatre of the Royal Shakespeare Company, renowned for staging world-class performances of Shakespeare’s plays and other classic works. Please note that entry to the theatre is not included in this tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts on Bridge Foot Street. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at the Gower Memorial.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It's best to download before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you'll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please contact us