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Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London by Coach: Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, New Place
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Stratford-upon-Avon Day Trip from London by Coach: Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, New Place

by Golden Tours Gray Line London

11 hours
London
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11 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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11 hours
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11 hours
£124.20£138Save 10%
2 adults × £62.10
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This full-day coach trip from London lasts about 10 and a half hours and visits Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare’s hometown. Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned coach from central London through the English countryside to the medieval town. The stop in Stratford-upon-Avon includes entry to three key Shakespeare-related sites. Spend one hour at Shakespeare’s Birthplace, where you can see the house where he was born. Then visit Anne Hathaway’s Cottage for about 30 minutes to view the thatched farmhouse and original furniture connected to Shakespeare’s wife. Finally, spend an hour at Shakespeare’s New Place, the family home where you can explore at your own pace. The tour includes return transport from London and all admission tickets to the three attractions. There is free time in Stratford-upon-Avon to walk between sites or enjoy local cafés and shops. Transport between the Shakespeare sites is not included. This trip is unescorted and requires participants to make their own way to the starting point in Victoria, London.

Highlights

Full-day coach trip from London to Stratford-upon-Avon
Entry to Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, and New Place
Travel by luxury, air-conditioned coach
Free time to explore Stratford-upon-Avon independently
Visit the thatched farmhouse where Shakespeare courted Anne Hathaway

What's included

Admission to Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, and Shakespeare’s New Place
Free time to explore Stratford-upon-Avon
Return coach transport from London in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

Tour guide services
Food and drinks available at cafés and restaurants in Stratford-upon-Avon
Personal expenses including souvenirs and optional activities
Transport between Shakespeare’s attractions

Itinerary

1

London Departure

Participants meet the group at the tour departure point in Victoria, central London. They board a climate-controlled coach and begin the journey out of the city into the surrounding countryside.

15 min

2

Stratford-upon-Avon

Arrive in the medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon for about six hours. This historic town is known as William Shakespeare’s birthplace and is the focus of the day’s visits.

360 min

3

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Spend one hour at the house where William Shakespeare was born. The site offers insight into his early life and the environment that shaped his beginnings.

60 min

4

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

Visit this thatched farmhouse and garden where Shakespeare’s wife, Anne Hathaway, lived. The cottage retains original furniture including the Hathaway bed and is about a 20-minute walk or 7-minute drive from Shakespeare’s Birthplace.

30 min

5

Shakespeare's New Place

Spend one hour exploring Shakespeare’s family home known as New Place. Visitors have the freedom to explore the grounds and exhibits at their own pace.

60 min

Meeting point

Departure point: Golden Tours, Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR. Check-in: 8:00am Departure: 8:30am Return(approx.): 5:30pm

End point

Departure point: Golden Tours, Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR. Check-in: 8:00am Departure: 8:30am Return(approx.): 5:30pm

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–6 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
This tour requires presentation of the e-ticket for entry.
The tour is unescorted with no guide accompanying the group.
Anne Hathaway's Cottage is located about a 20-minute walk or 7-minute drive from Shakespeare’s Birthplace.
During busy periods, additional coaches without Wi-Fi may be used.
Vehicles used are modern, comfortable, and cleaned thoroughly every day.
Total
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