Stratford

Stratford is a city in Ontario along the Avon River, known for its Victorian architecture and parkland. The center spreads across several neighborhoods linked by footpaths.

The Grand Trunk Railway opened repair workshops here during the second half of the 19th century. This development brought employment and transformed the settlement into a regional center.

The festival season brings theater productions to four different venues throughout the warmer months. Many visitors combine watching performances with walks along the riverbank and meals at local restaurants.

Local buses run six days each week through the city and connect neighborhoods. A train station offers direct service to Toronto and London on several days each week.

White swans inhabit the river from spring through autumn and recall a tradition begun shortly after World War I. The birds return each year from a nearby breeding facility.

Location: Perth County

Inception: 1859

Elevation above the sea: 345 m

Shares border with: Perth East

Website: http://city.stratford.on.ca

GPS coordinates: 43.36667,-80.96667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:47