Walk in Shakespeare's footsteps and explore the house where he was born and grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon.

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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Marcel – United States

Although each room has written/visual guides to explain the history and function of the room itself, as well as anecdotal stories, the guides in each room were very engaging and added wonderful content to the tour.

Chris – United Kingdom

Very informative. Re enactments of his plays, sonnets very entertaining

Highlights

Follow in the steps of England's famous playwright, William Shakespeare
Explore the Famous Beyond Words exhibition, setting the scene for your visit
Experience Shakespeare's home with video guides streamed directly to your phone
Enjoy the sights and smells of the plants that Shakespeare wrote about
Discover the prestigious glove-making workshop of Shakespeare's father

Full description

Explore the life of William Shakespeare with a visit to the house where he was born and grew up. Your ticket will be valid for one admission to the property.
On entering the house, see the workshop where Shakespeare’s father, John, ran his prestigious glove-making business. Walk through the rooms where William Shakespeare spent his early life.
Shakespeare spent the first five years of his marriage living in this house, the largest house on Henley Street, with his wife Anne Hathaway.
Visit the Beyond Words exhibition and don't miss Shakespeare's Second Folio, the 1632 edition of his collected plays. Don’t forget to scan your smartphone and watch the videos that bring Shakespeare's stories to life.

Includes

Entrance to Shakespeare's Birthplace
Exhibition

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

• Shakespeare's Birthplace is located at the Shakespeare Centre on Henley Street

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Important information

Not allowed

Smoking
Luggage or large bags
Vaping

Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket