Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Stratford-upon-Avon travel guide

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With a population of 22.576, Stratford-upon-Avon is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Stratford-upon-Avon to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Stratford-upon-Avon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sorrento (7-8 Ely Street) and Loxley's Restaurant & Wine Bar (3 Sheep Street) are great picks.

When to visit Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$230
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$230
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stratford-upon-Avon

Plane

Although Stratford-upon-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 29 km from Stratford-upon-Avon. The shortest flight to Stratford-upon-Avon from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford-upon-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 133 km from Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Stratford-upon-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 29 km from Stratford-upon-Avon. The shortest flight to Stratford-upon-Avon from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford-upon-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 133 km from Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Stratford-upon-Avon

BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Stratford-upon-Avon

Lufthansa
Good (8,209 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,562 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,185 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,048 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,513 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,735 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,113 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,962 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,519 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,509 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stratford-upon-Avon

Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $287 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Stratford-upon-Avon, with prices from $77 to $1,080 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Stratford-upon-Avon are about 48% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stratford-upon-Avon

Most booked hotels in Stratford-upon-Avon

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Swan's Nest Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Stratford upon Avon
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Stratford Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$144+
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Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Stratford Limes Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Macdonald Alveston Manor Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$164+
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Hiring a car in Stratford-upon-Avon

Expect to pay $3.67 per litre in Stratford-upon-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.94 and $58.58. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.67 per litre in Stratford-upon-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.94 and $58.58. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.