Have it bad for the Bard? Then pay a visit to one (or all) of these five British sites.
You can start out in London at the historic Globe Theatre. A replica of the original, which burnt down some centuries ago, it’s still a remarkable piece of history that gives you a better understanding of theater in Shakespeare’s day. Book a tour to hear 40 minutes of the site’s history retold by enthusiastic theater lovers.
Shakespeare’s birthplace is a popular attraction. His childhood home is a small cottage outfitted with period furnishings and the garden is equally lovely. You can spot Shakespearean influences throughout all of Stratford.
If you’re already in Stratford, pay a visit to Anne Hathaway’s house, a small Tudor cottage just outside the city within walking distance. The farmhouse is nicely preserved and there are still items within that belonged to the Hathaway family.
While not exactly a historic site tied to Shakespeare, the British Library does contain some artifacts of interest to any Shakespeare fan. The First Folio is on display at the library; it’s the first collected edition of Shakespeare’s plays, published just a few years after his death.
Back in Stratford, visit Holy Trinity Church to see Shakespeare’s final resting place. It’s said the demi-figure of Shakespeare atop the monument in the church is one of only two images of Shakespeare considered definitely accurate. The monument was erected in the ear
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