TourShakespeare's Birthplace

Travel back to the 16th century by exploring the interior of Shakespeare's childhood home. Discover how he lived as you tour the wooden house.

William Shakespeare was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the world's greatest writer. Born and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon in the 16th century, Shakespeare's childhood home remains a museum to this day and invites you to visit.

Step inside the Shakespeare family home and admire items from the Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust collection as you tour the interior. Shakespeare is believed to have been born in this very house in 1557 and spent his childhood there. In 1582, he married Anne Hathaway, and they continued to live in the house with their parents. Their three children were also born here, and the property eventually passed to their eldest daughter, Susanna.

Home to several generations of the Shakespeare family, Shakespeare's birthplace holds a wealth of history within its walls. A visit to Stratford-upon-Avon is incomplete without exploring the interior of Shakespeare's birthplace!
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Opening hours: 10am to 4pm (last admission at 3:30pm)