Stratford-upon-Avon Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Warwickshire, England
About Stratford-upon-Avon
—William Shakespeare -As You Like It, Act II, Scene 4 Stratford-upon-Avon has its origins in the Saxon culture of medieval England (the name "straet-ford" indicates that it was a river crossing). For many centuries it was little more than a small market town on the road to London; even today, it has only 24,000 permanent residents. Though it has developed some industrial capacity, Stratford is now known mostly for its association with Shakespeare. The town benefits tremendously from the resulting tourism and cultural activity, and has gone to great lengths to preserve those buildings that have survived since Shakespeare's time. As a result the centre of town is quaint and attractive, drawing many thousands of tourists each year to its cultural and historical amenities.
Top Attractions in Stratford-upon-Avon
Explore the best things to see and do in Stratford-upon-Avon:
- ★Anne Hathaway's Cottage
- ★Bannatyne Health Club & Spa
- ★Butterfly Farm
- ★Hall's Croft
- ★Holy Trinity Church
- ★Magic Alley
- ★Mary Arden's Farm
- ★Mechanical Art and Design (MAD) Museum
Where to Eat in Stratford-upon-Avon
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Deli Cafe
- 🍴Dirty Duck / Black Swan
- 🍴Kingfisher
- 🍴Lambs
- 🍴Prospero Lounge
- 🍴Sorrento Restaurant
Where to Stay in Stratford-upon-Avon
- 🏨Arden Hotel
- 🏨Ettington Chase
- 🏨Swan's Nest Hotel
- 🏨The Billesley Manor Hotel and Spa
- 🏨The Townhouse
- 🏨White Sails
Stratford-upon-Avon Travel Guide Sections
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