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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You're Going to Love Stratford-upon-Avon

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
$231
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$231
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 18 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The shortest flight to Stratford-upon-Avon from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford-upon-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 83 miles 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 18 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The shortest flight to Stratford-upon-Avon from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford-upon-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 83 miles 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 (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,188 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,053 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,529 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,120 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,961 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,530 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,513 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stratford-upon-Avon

Average rates range from around $196 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 $79 to $1,083 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 51% 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)
$157+
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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)
$168+
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Stratford Limes Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$119+
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Macdonald Alveston Manor Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$163+
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Hiring a car in Stratford-upon-Avon

Expect to pay $3.68 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 $44.05 and $58.73. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.68 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 $44.05 and $58.73. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.