Harvard House Tours and Tickets

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.

Take a day trip out of London and explore Oxford, Bath and Stratford-upon-Avon. Walkthrough these charming literary cities as you discover their most iconic architectural, historical, and literary spots, with three immersive walking guides! On these private tours, narrated by local expert historians, we’ll hear about the ancient tales that live in these cities, as well as the story behind the birth of one of the world’s most famous universities and what it’s like to be a student at Oxford University! We’ll hear the secret stories about Shakespeareʼs life, learning about the tales, mysteries and family drama that live on in the quaint market town of Stratford-Upon-Avon. Transport yourselves in this adventure of literature and history, by finishing off the tours at the Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein and the Jane Austen Center, two of Bath's best-known writers. Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

Combine the freedom of independent travel with the structure of a guided tour with a private audio-guide walking tour through Stratford-Upon-Avon. Download the tour to your device so you can listen without an internet connection, and follow the prompts. Learn all about Shakespeare’s hometown, his life and times, and landmarks associated with the playwright. Go at your own pace, pausing where you like, and avoid the risk of getting lost.

If you like to walk but hate being tied down to a schedule, these self-guided audio walking tours are the perfect way to discover Shakespeare's birthplace and nearby Warwick, with its dramatic castle. First, spend an hour or so discovering Warwick's Celtic and Saxon history and learning about medieval warfare; next, make your own way to Stratford-upon-Avon to discover the places that played such a huge part in Shakespeare's life.