How to Spend a Day in Stratford-Upon-Avon

Full of history and quaint charm, the sweet town of Stratford-upon-Avon checks all the boxes for a lovely British day out. Perhaps most well-known for being the birthplace of Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights to have ever lived, there are some enchanting things to do while you spend a day exploring.

How to Get to Stratford-upon-Avon

We drove to Stratford-upon-Avon as it is in a bit of an obscure location northwest of London. You can take a train to Stratford-upon-Avon; from London it's about two and a half hours away with one change. You can buy train tickets at any railway station, or you can purchase them online from Trainline in advance as they're often more expensive last minute.

What to See in Stratford-upon-Avon

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Upon arrival, we sought out the biggest tourist attraction in town, Shakespeare's birthplace and childhood home. Here, you can relive the magic of his childhood days 450 years in the past.