Stratford-upon-Avon: River Cruise and City Audio Tour
Overview
Available languages
30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the charming sights of Stratford-upon-Avon with a 30-minute river cruise. Explore the historic Tudor landmarks at your own pace with a digital audio guide.
Step onboard a traditional Edwardian vessel and enjoy a serene cruise along the River Avon. You’ll spot iconic landmarks such as the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the Holy Trinity Church where the Bard was buried. Pass underneath the 15th century Clopton Bridge, and take scenic snaps of the historic market town.
Afterwards, continue exploring the sights of Stratford with an audio guide. Uncover nine points of interest, such as Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Shakespeare’s Birthplace and more.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Board your cruise at River Cruises located at Bancroft Gardens, River Frontage next to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Waterside, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6NA
Tickets are only valid for the booked date
The cruise operates daily with boats running every 15-30 minutes from 10:30am to 4:00pm. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis
Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival
Please note during periods of high water, the tour duration can vary as the cruise cannot pass underneath the bridges
Well-behaved dogs are welcome
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Multilingual audio commentary in English, French, Italian, Spanish and Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Stratford-upon-Avon city audio tour
River Cruise on the River Avon (30 min)
Headset and mobile device
Guided tour
What To Expect
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
See the iconic theatre dedicated to the Bard. Located on the waterfront of the River Avon, plays and musicals are regularly performed here.
Clopton Bridge
Built in the 15th century, pass underneath this iconic medieval stone bridge.
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Stratford-upon-Avon: River Cruise and City Audio Tour
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Birthday on the River Avon
Lesley C,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A lovely trip along the river Avon. We chose to sit outside but could have been undercover. It was cold but at least it wasn’t raining. The boatmen were very helpful and friendly. Thoroughly enjoyable trip.
A really nice end to a really lovely weekend!
J4398JVchrish,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun, relaxed and informative. A great way to end our really lovely weekend in Stunning Stratford-upon-Avon. The crew and skipper were terrific and the commentary, interspersed with snippets of classical music, were a delight. Thanks to all!!
Pleasant little cruise, not too short and not too long.
Quest148002,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Interesting and informative small river cruise. Staff we very friendly and helpful. Boat was electric/traditional with inside sheltered space hence Eco friendly and quiet.
Soothing views of birds and scenery
Val E,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Easily accessible boat with very helpful people written or audio guides to suit everyone, sets of at time stated
Perfect little boat trip
Wendy G,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an easy trip for planning your day you just go the the meeting point and the boats go every 15 to 20 minutes you get an email on the day also which was really helpful The guys on the boats are friendly and the trip is perfect seeing everything you need to. Lovely experience.
The boat experience was lovely, very peaceful, very informative, lovely, and sunny . wes worth every penny. Would book again enj
simmo201133,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great value for money. Enjoyed the trip worthwhile peaceful. Would book again .pleasant trip to go on .I look forward to doing more trips like this .Thanks.
Operator didn’t have the...
Sally J,
Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Operator didn’t have the means to scan the QR code, didn’t recognise Viator either but were very polite whilst they sorted it. Pleasant trip with interesting information via a hand held audio device. More information on the numbers on the device relating to a map would have been helpful - we weren’t given a map. I used our rewards, if I’d paid may have felt it wasn’t worth the £11 each.
Friendly and Helpful Staff
Henry R,
May 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A nice short trip up and down the river. The staff were very helpful and looked after our buggy while we were on the trip.
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