Highlights
See where Shakespeare lived, hangout and found so much inspiration on this affordable self-guided walking tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon. • Take in the places connected to Shakespeare’s life including the church where he was baptised and is buried today, and hear about the curse he planted on his own tomb • Hear from producer Oz Harris who’s been guiding private tours around England for over 10 years • Do it all in 30 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return Details
- The tour ends outside of Shakespeare's New Place.
Duration
30 minutes - 45 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Shakespeare's Birthplace
Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour starts next to The Jester statue. You'll hear about the relevance of the Jester in Shakespeare's plays. You'll also hear about how VoiceMap works.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Bancroft Gardens
Bridgefoot, , Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour passes by Shakespeare's Birthplace. You'll hear about the famous bard's first home while you walk including what his father did for a living and what 16th Century Stratford might have looked like.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour passes by William Shakespeare's Statue. You'll hear about the statue while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Swan Theatre
Waterside, , Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour passes by The MAD Museum. You'll hear a bit about what's inside the museum while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: River Avon
The tour passes by Clopton Bridge. You won't cross over the bridge but you will hear a bit of its history and how it might have inspired Shakespear.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Holy Trinity Church
Old Town, , Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour takes you through part of the Bancroft Gardens and along the River Avon. While you walk, you'll hear more about Shakespeare.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hall's Croft
National Cycle Route 41, Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour passes by the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. You'll hear about the theatre, its history, and architect while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall
Church Street, Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour takes you past The Swan Theatre. You'll hear about the theatre and its connection to Shakespeare while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Shakespeare's New Place
22 Chapel St, , Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour goes alongside a stretch of the River Avon. While you walk, you'll hear a bit more about the famous bard and some of what inspired his plays.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Clopton Bridge
Banbury Road, Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour passes by the Holy Trinity Church where Shakespeare was baptized and where he's buried. You'll hear about the curse he famously placed on his own tomb while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The MAD Museum
4-5 Henley Street, , Stratford-upon-Avon
The tour passes by Hall's Croft. You'll hear about it while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Shakespeare's Birthplace
Henley Street, England CV37 6QW
The tour passes by the Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall. You'll hear about Shakespeare's early days and how school might have inspired parts of his plays.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Exclusions
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smarphone and headphones
- Food and drinks
- Transportation
Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the VoiceMap Audio Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Fine Print
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.