Harvard House

Overview

Harvard House is a historic 16th-century townhouse in Stratford-upon-Avon. It is one of the town's most charming and significant buildings, offering a glimpse into Tudor-era life.

It is named after John Harvard, the benefactor of Harvard University, who was born in this house. The house is a well-preserved example of Tudor architecture and provides insight into the life of the period.

Historic House Cultural Heritage

Location

Address

26 High St., Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Neighborhood: Town Centre

Coordinates

52.193152, -1.712033

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

£8

Children

£4.80

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-May, October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Check weather
Comfortable shoes

What to Bring

essential

comfy shoes water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: easy

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

GBP

Typical Costs

entry £8

parking £5

food £10

souvenirs £15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Harvard House App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Birmingham International Airport

Distance: 35 km

Travel Time: 40 minutes

taxi

£40 30 min

public_transport

£10 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walk

Free 15 min

bus

£1.50 5 min

taxi

£10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back garden

Local Recommendations

• Try local tea room
• Ask for guide Sarah

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, garden

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Museum

Holy Trinity Church

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Religious Site

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+44 1789 201802

info@harvardhouse.co.uk

www.harvardhouse.co.uk

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