Top Rated Tours in Stratford-upon-Avon

It's here, it's Queer. It's Birminghams only Pride History Tour. Step back in time with us, as we’ll tell you the story of how Birmingham’s Gay Village came to be. It’s a fabulous tale…but one of exclusion, acceptance and uncertainty. Starting in 1969, just 2 years after the decriminalisation of homosexuality, we’ll start at the original Nightingale Club Site. We’ll take you on a 5km walk (2 hours) or run (1.5 hours) through the most influential venues and moments from our cities LGBTQ+ scene. Drawing on Pride History from around the World, we specifically look at Birmingham’s journey to becoming one of the UK's most thriving scenes. We’ll also spin around Smithfield’s, home of Birmingham Pride, before finishing our story with a look ahead to a future of increased uncertainty for the survival of the village itself. You’ll leave not only with a sense of pride in our glorious gay village, but you’ll know what jugs, rhinos and foxes have got to do with it all!

This is a tour that immerses you in the local culture and a chance to understand the city's diverse communities. Handsworth has a bad reputation, but it also has a strong character with diverse people who live in the area from musicians, celebrities and sports. The area has been visited by Prince Charles and many others. They say that to find the real heartbeat of the city you have to visit the gritty areas that most tourists are told to avoid. The BHWN team will safely guide you through this historic area to capture the unique history of the African Caribbean community in the city.

Come and discover our ancient town with a local guide every day. From being the home of Shakespeare to our unique architecture, there’s something for everyone to discover in our idyllic town. Join your local guide on a 1.5-hour stroll around the main sights of Stratford-Upon-Avon, walking in the footsteps of Shakespeare, and discovering our incredible theatres, river, and churches along the way. See our town through a local's eyes, discovering what life is like here today too. Discover: Royal Shakespeare Theatre Town Hall Canal Basin The oldest pub in town Holy Trinity Church Shakespeare's Birthplace & much more you wouldn't discover on your own!

Barmy for the Bard? Or maybe you're just looking for something extra 'English' to do in Ol' Blighty. Shakespeare's England Explorer Pass gets you access to 10 top attractions in Warwickshire and beyond, including Shakespeare’s Schoolroom, across 1, 2 or 3 days!Visit the very room where William Shakespeare sat in the 1570s and experience Tudor school life at Shakespeare’s Schoolroom and Guildhall in Stratford-upon-Avon. Explore the crazy world of the MAD Museum – a hands-on, must-see experience. It's all included with the Explorer Pass! Heading out of Stratford? Why not get your castle kicks at Kenilworth Castle, or check out 300 classic cars and more at the British Motor Museum? Take a history-filled trip to Warwick and visit the Victorian Hill Close Gardens.

Shakespeare Distillery is the only working distillery in Stratford upon Avon. We look to the Tudor period to influence the spirits we produce. Our award-winning Stratford Gin has flavours based on a Tudor herb garden.

Discover Stratford-upon-Avon from a different perspective on sightseeing and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun, and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English