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15 Shakespeare and Stratford Tours in England to Build a Day Around

25 tours  ·  from $10 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 shakespeare and stratford tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Day Trip - Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, lunch, and limited wandering time
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Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Day Trip

1.Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,943 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Travel from London by Wi-Fi-equipped coach to Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, and the Cotswolds. Guides such as Robert, Phil, Cameron, Andy, and Sandra bring the history alive with humor and detail. You get a taste of several major sights, but limited time means this is a sampler, not a slow-paced visit.

“Our tour guide, Simon, has an excellent breadth of historical and local knowledge. He is kind, compassionate and definitely well-irganized, creative and resilient.”

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England in One Day: Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London - Bath, from the Royal Crescent to the Roman Baths
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England in One Day: Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London

2.England in One Day: Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,344 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $187

This 12-hour Premium Tours trip links Stonehenge, Bath, a drive through the Cotswolds, and Stratford-upon-Avon from central London. You’ll ride an air-conditioned coach, hear stories from guides such as Nicholas, Rowan, Alan, or Tom, visit Shakespeare’s Schoolroom, and return to Gloucester Road Station.

“I have been on many tours when I am in England. This was by far the most wonderful of all. The guide was the very best guide I’ve ever been with in my many tours. His historical knowledge of the places we visited and his wonderful sense of humor made the day a delight. The driver was simply a nicest guy. And he took good care of us on the road. I have already recommended this tour to my friends who are arriving in England in a week.”

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Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon - Starting from Stratford-upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh
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Cotswolds in a Day Tour from Moreton-in-Marsh / Stratford-on-Avon

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

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

Travel by 16-seat minibus from Stratford-upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh with a local guide such as Steve, Wendy, Martin, or Jason. Visit Dover’s Hill, Chipping Campden, a quiet surprise village, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, and Bourton-on-the-Water, with time to explore and eat independently.

“This is a wonderful way to experience the beautiful Cotswolds. Very informative! Lovely part of England. Steve was great!, funny , knowledgeable and passionate.”

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Warwick Castle, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon & Cotswolds Day trip - Stratford-upon-Avon and Shakespeare’s family home
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Warwick Castle, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon & Cotswolds Day trip

4.Warwick Castle, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon & Cotswolds Day trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 828 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Travel by comfortable coach from Victoria Coach Station to Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, and the Cotswolds. Hear live commentary through Vox headphones, walk Oxford with your guide, and choose admission to Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Guides such as Phil, Cameron, and Pablo are known for lively storytelling.

“Cameron and Marlon were great today! Awesome tour, super entertaining, and I can’t wait to come back to UK and visit again these wonderful places. Thanks!”

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Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Tour from London - Warwick Castle brings medieval theater to life
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Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Tour from London

5.Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds & Warwick Castle Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 756 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Spend about 10.5 hours touring England beyond London by air-conditioned coach. Visit Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace, drive through the Cotswolds, and walk around Oxford with a guide. Guides such as Calvin, Pablo, Stefan, and Eileen have received strong praise, but the packed schedule leaves little time for lunch or independent exploring.

“Comfy and smooth ride ! Eugene is the ultimate tour guide; animated, articulate, witty, ,knowledgeable , seasoned and charming to the max!”

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London: Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds, and Warwick Day Trip - Oxford, where the day begins with old university streets
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London: Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds, and Warwick Day Trip

6.Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds, and Warwick Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 755 reviews · 10 hours · from $103

Travel by comfortable air-conditioned coach from London to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and the Cotswolds. You get a guided Oxford walk, free time in Stratford, and optional entry to Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Guides such as Oliver, Apple, and Pablo have made this long day lively and informative.

“It was an amazing trip!! Our tour guide,Peter, Soo informative,we really enjoyed that.”

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The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour - A darker look at Shakespeare’s town
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The Sinister Side of Shakespeare’s Stratford Walking Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 547 reviews · 1h 30m · from $16

Walk through Stratford-upon-Avon with Joe Rukin or another English-speaking guide, hearing tales of murder, plague, witchcraft, ghosts, and local life. The 90-minute route includes Shakespearean sights, Doctor John Hall, and Holy Trinity churchyard. It costs $16 per person, with wheelchair access and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“Excellent experience, thoroughly enjoyed the tour and performance qualities of our guide. He brought the stories to life. Well worth the money. Thoroughly recommend. Thank you”

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Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket - John Shakespeare’s glove-making workshop
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Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare’s Birthplace Ticket

8.Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare’s Birthplace Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 476 reviews · 1 day · from $33

Explore Shakespeare’s Birthplace on Henley Street, from John Shakespeare’s glove-making workshop to the rooms where William grew up. The ticket also includes the Beyond Words exhibition, Shakespeare’s Second Folio, garden displays, and smartphone videos. Room guides may add lively details, with staff members such as Amanda and Jack praised for their clear explanations.

“Excellent journey into the history of William Shakespeare. The staff are all really knowledgeable about Shakespeare his family and his birthplace. Well worth a visit!”

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From Stratford-on-Avon/Moreton-in-Marsh: Cotswolds Day Tour - Dover’s Hill opens with the biggest view
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From Stratford-on-Avon/Moreton-in-Marsh: Cotswolds Day Tour

9.From Stratford-on-Avon/Moreton-in-Marsh: Cotswolds Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · 7.5 - 8.5 hours · from $107

Join Go Cotswolds for a full day in a 16-seat Mercedes minibus, with local guides such as Steve, Jason, Martin, and Elaine sharing stories between six stops. You’ll see Dover’s Hill, Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and a secret village stop, often Snowshill.

“Unforgettable day in Cotswolds! Thank you Steve, thank you GoCotswalds!”

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Stratford-Upon-Avon: The Famous Walk Talk Show - Starting at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
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Stratford-Upon-Avon: The Famous Walk Talk Show

10.Stratford-Upon-Avon: The Famous Walk Talk Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 342 reviews · from $16

Start outside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre for a 1.4km circular walk through Stratford-upon-Avon. Your English-speaking guide covers 1,400 years of local history, Shakespeare’s birthplace and schoolroom, the Guild Chapel, Tudor buildings, old taverns, and the River Avon. Guides including Kate, Marcus, Dwayne, and Chris bring the route to life with stories, humor, and useful local context.

“Even though the weather was quite bad we had lots of fun with our tour guide Kate. She told us many great stories and could answer any questions we had. Would recommend!”

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Stratford-upon-Avon:City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop 1: Bridge Foot and the Visitor Information Centre
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Stratford-upon-Avon:City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 296 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $20

See Stratford-upon-Avon from an open-top bus, passing Shakespeare’s Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Holy Trinity Church, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, and Mary Arden’s Farm. A recorded guide comes in seven languages, with live English commentary on selected weekend departures. Choose a 24 or 48-hour pass, but note that attraction entry costs extra and Mary Arden’s Farm is currently closed.

“My whole family loved this open top bus. We had a live guide and she was excellent. My 6 and 9 year old really enjoyed it, it was really informative. Thank you”

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London: Stonehenge, Stratford-Upon-Avon, and Bath Day Trip - Stonehenge: prehistoric stones and unanswered questions
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London: Stonehenge, Stratford-Upon-Avon, and Bath Day Trip

12.Stonehenge, Stratford-Upon-Avon, and Bath Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 291 reviews · 12 hours · from $184

Travel from London to Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds, and Stratford-upon-Avon in 12 hours. You get Stonehenge admission, free time in Bath, a scenic countryside drive, and a private Shakespeare’s Schoolroom tour with a Tudor lesson. Guides such as Rowan, Nicolas, and Anna Maria are known for lively stories and practical help.

“We had a wonderful day covering our most desired destinations! Rowan is an excellent tour guide- very informative , fun and is very passionate about her job. Miguel drove us the whole day with pleasant mood, very courteous to all in the bus and both he and Rowan made an extra effort to find the missing passenger. All the best to these two 💯”

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London: Full Day Cotswolds Tour with Shakespeare's Stratford - Stratford-upon-Avon gives you a literary first taste
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London: Full Day Cotswolds Tour with Shakespeare’s Stratford

13.Full Day Cotswolds Tour with Shakespeare’s Stratford

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 195 reviews

Join Paul and a maximum of 15 other passengers for a 10.5-hour tour from London Paddington. A comfortable minibus carries you through Stratford-upon-Avon and classic Cotswold villages, including Chipping Campden, Bourton-on-the-Water, Snowshill, Stow-on-the-Wold, and Bibury. You get local stories, photo stops, free time, and a look at quieter country roads.

“The trip was amazing! The Cotswolds area is so beautiful! Paul, our guide was so great! He shared a lot of interesting information about the area and made the trip more enjoyable. Thanks Paul! We really enjoyed our day! Highly recommended.”

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London: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre Guided Tour - What the live guide adds
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London: Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Guided Tour

14.Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 195 reviews · from $36

Meet by the river-facing entrance at Shakespeare’s Globe for an English-language tour of the reconstructed Elizabethan playhouse. Your guide brings its timber design, Shakespeare-era theatre, fire, plague, and modern revival to life, followed by a walk-through exhibition with costumes, props, and seasonal displays. Allow up to two hours, though the live tour may be shorter.

“Thank you Gerard ! The tour was clear, funny and informative.”

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From London: Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip - Shakespeare’s New Place and the Value of Three Sites
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From London: Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip

15.Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 172 reviews · 11 hours · from $120

Spend 11 hours traveling from London to Stratford-upon-Avon by air-conditioned coach. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, and Shakespeare’s New Place, then explore the town and River Avon at your own pace. This is an unescorted trip, so plan your own route between attractions.

“This was a very enjoyable tour and allowed us to see the highlights of Stratford upon Avon as well as enjoy some time in Bourton on the Water. I would have liked a bit more free time to explore other highlights, but have to remember that the coaches have a tight schedule. I am glad I got to see what I did. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful.”

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