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, The Opposition (13 Sheep Street) and The Vintner (4 & 5 Sheep Street) are great picks.

When to visit Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$234
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$234
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 32h 25m.

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 U-Save and CarWiz, 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 32h 25m.

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 U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Airports near Stratford-upon-Avon

BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Stratford-upon-Avon

Lufthansa
Good (8,175 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,136 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,020 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,497 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,632 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,062 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,641 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,424 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,436 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,352 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stratford-upon-Avon

Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $274 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Stratford-upon-Avon, with prices from $93 to $1,097 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 54% 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)
$175+
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Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$177+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Stratford upon Avon
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$212+
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Stratford Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Macdonald Alveston Manor Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$168+
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Hiring a car in Stratford-upon-Avon

Expect to pay $3.47 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 $41.56 and $55.41. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.47 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 $41.56 and $55.41. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stratford-upon-Avon, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.