Stratford-upon-Avon, commonly referred to as just Stratford, is a market town and civil parish in the Stratford-on-Avon district, in the county of Warwickshire, England. It is well known as the birthplace of the playwright and poet William Shakespeare, and is often referred to as 'the bard's town'. Stratford is a popular tourist spot, attracting millions of visitors each year who come to visit its historic buildings, beautiful parks, and vibrant theater scene.