Stratford-upon-Avon

A town steeped in history, yet bursting with life and color, Stratford-upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Visitors can tour his home, or visit the local pubs where he enjoyed a pint of ale. Shakespeare’s plays are performed in open-air theatres throughout the town, and there’s plenty of other things to do here: visit Anne Hathaway’s Cottage; take a boat ride on the River Avon; or even enjoy a cream tea at the Swan Theatre.
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1Shakespeare's Birthplace

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Historical place museum
Sights & Landmarks
Shakespeare's birthplace is a Tudor house located on one of the main streets of Stratford-upon-Avon. It is managed by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, and contains a small museum as well as memorabilia from Shakespeare's family and life.
Henley St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6QW, United Kingdomhttps://www.shakespeare.org.uk/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=org

2Anne Hathaway's Cottage

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Nature & Parks
If you're in Stratford-upon-Avon and want to learn more about the life of Shakespeare's wife, Anne Hathaway's cottage is a great place to visit. With its beautiful gardens and grounds, it's well worth the trip outside of the city centre.
22 Cottage Ln, Shottery, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 9HH, United Kingdomhttps://www.shakespeare.org.uk/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=org

3Stratford Butterfly Farm

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Nature & Wildlife Areas
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Stratford Butterfly Farm is a large greenhouse where visitors can watch hundreds of exotic butterflies fly. It also has a Discovery Room and Insect City, which includes spiders and other dangerous creatures.
Swan's Nest Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 7LS, United Kingdomhttp://www.butterflyfarm.co.uk/

4Holy Trinity Church

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Anglican church
Sights & Landmarks
The Holy Trinity Church is an Anglican parish church located in Stratford-upon-Avon, England that serves as a notable landmark due to its association with William Shakespeare. The chancel features a simple engraving of Shakespeare's grave, while the north wall of the church features a stone half-statue of the writer with a quill in hand. The church is open daily and free of charge.
1 Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BG, United Kingdomhttp://www.stratford-upon-avon.org/

5The MAD Museum

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The Mechanical Art and Design Museum is a unique attraction that showcases machines with kinetic artistry from around the globe. It is a fun place for kids to explore, with buttons, handles, lights and sound effects.
4-5, Henley St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6PT, United Kingdomhttp://www.themadmuseum.co.uk/

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Loxleys Restaurant & Wine Bar is a two-floor restaurant with exposed brickwork, an open fire, terrace seating and Sunday roasts. They also serve food items such as classic brasserie dishes for weekday lunches and dinner. They have been awarded a Diners Choice Award based on quality feedback from their customers.
3 Sheep St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6EF, United Kingdomhttp://www.loxleysrestaurant.co.uk/Loxleys Restaurant & Wine Bar reservations

2Lambs

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Located in an iconic 16th century building, Lambs of Sheep Street offers a unique dining experience with modern seating. The food is freshly prepared and sourced locally, and the restaurant has received accolades for its exemplary carnivorous cuisine. Whether sampling the 28 day dry-aged rib-eye steak or opt for prawns and beetroot salad, diners will be sure to enjoy a delicious meal at this stylish establishment.
12 Sheep St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6EF, United Kingdomhttp://www.lambsrestaurant.co.uk/

3El Greco

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Greek restaurant
El Greco is a modern, two-storey restaurant with contemporary monochrome interiors that offers a range of classic Greek dishes from moussaka to kleftiko to sweet baklava. The real food aficionados will want to dive right into the restaurant's specialty mezze menu, which includes 22 dishes for under £30 per person.
27 Rother St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6NE, United Kingdomhttp://www.el-greco.co.uk/

4Garrick

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The Garrick Inn is Stratford's oldest pub, and it is said that Shakespeare may have frequented the establishment. The pub is renowned for being haunted, and during the Ghost Walk you'll learn all about its specters.
25 High St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6AU, United Kingdomhttps://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/warwickshire/garrick?utm_sourc
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The Opposition, a bistro serving modern European cuisine in Stratford-upon-Avon, is popular with diners looking for a pre-theatre meal. The eclectic menu features many classics from across Europe, as well as salmon fishcakes and penne pasta. Highchairs and wheelchair access are available, and the restaurant serves alcohol.
13 Sheep St, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6EF, United Kingdomhttp://www.theoppo.co.uk/The Opposition reservations

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