Windsor Castle Tour from London
From£69
5.5 hours
London, United Kingdom
About this activity
Experience the grandeur of Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, on a convenient day trip from London. Explore its rich history and stunning architecture at your own pace with an audio guide.
Highlights
- Explore the State Apartments
- Visit St. George's Chapel
- Discover Queen Mary's Dolls' House
- Learn about 900 years of royal history
- Enjoy a self-paced tour with audio guide
Full description
Step into the world of British royalty with a visit to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle globally. Located just a short journey from London, this iconic landmark offers a fascinating glimpse into over 900 years of history. Upon arrival, you'll have the freedom to explore the castle's opulent State Apartments, which have been the official residence of the British monarchs for centuries. Don't miss St. George's Chapel, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and the final resting place of many notable royals. For a unique experience, discover Queen Mary's Dolls' House, a miniature marvel complete with running water and electricity. With round-trip transportation from London and an audio guide to enhance your visit, this tour provides a seamless and enriching experience of one of the UK's most cherished sites.
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from London
- Admission to Windsor Castle
- Audio guide for self-paced exploration
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Departing from Central London, your driver will take you straight to Windsor Castle for an extended visit. Upon arrival at Windsor Castle audio guides are available in different languages. Windsor Castle Steeped in history, Windsor Castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. Dating back to Norman times, with sweeping landscaped gardens and turreted Round Tower, it’s easy to see why it’s the Queen’s favorite weekend residence. Enjoy a fascinating through–the–keyhole peek at the lavish State Apartments, home to priceless artworks by Rembrandt and Leonardo da Vinci, and visit St. George’s Chapel, the atmospheric final resting place of former monarchs including Henry VIII. You can visit Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, a truly incredible structure complete with working lifts, running water, electricity and wine bottles, all in miniature! This tour is unescorted and you will spend approximately 2 hours at Windsor Castle.
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is self-paced; ensure you have a fully charged device for the audio guide.
- Photography is allowed in most areas; however, check for any restrictions upon entry.
- The castle may be closed on certain dates; verify availability before booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the castle grounds are extensive.
- Bring a valid ID for entry; passport or driver's license is acceptable.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as parts of the tour are outdoors.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Please show this e-ticket to gain entry to this tour.
- This tour is unescorted.
- Windsor Castle closures: As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, sometimes the entire Castle or the State Apartments within the Castle need to be closed at short notice. Every Tuesday and Wednesday 24-26 December Castle closed
- Semi-State Rooms: During the winter months an additional five rooms, known collectively as the Semi-State Rooms, are included in the visitor route.
- St. George’s Chapel: St. George’s Chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services. It also closes at 4pm during the week, so please ensure that this is one of the first places you visit upon arrival.
- Infants aged 0-2 can join this tour for free however they must sit on the lap of a parent/guardian. If you would like a seat for your infant, please purchase a child ticket. We do not provide car seats.
- Classic Tour Option: Enjoy a scenic journey to your destination and enjoy entry to Windsor Castle.
- Signature Tour Option: Take advantage of the best views on the bus with our premium seating option plus a lunch pack. This option includes entry to Windsor Castle.
Traveler reviews
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A must do & see !!!
Easy trip to Windsor. The driver was very polite and provided clear instructions. The ticket process was smooth.
Anne_FMay 19, 2026VIATOR
Visit was nice but had issues.
Guide was wonderful and knowledgeable. Bus broke down so we lost an hour at the castle. Driver did give us extra half hour at end but still felt rushed. Got lost trying to find way back to bus at end of day. A map would be beneficial!
H1062PMlizdMay 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great tour and dinner
Armando our bus driver made the tour enjoyable. He also at the gave us a stellar dinner tip for the restaurant Da Mario which was great.
Randdlph_DMay 10, 2026VIATOR
Interesting but too rushed with this company
The chapel closes at 4;00- we weren’t told ahead of time and thus missed it.The audio guides were very good and the staff great at answering questions.BUT we felt the time allotted was too short.ESPECIALLY for the price.I wish we had known the train from London was so direct and easy ( plus much! less expensive)we would have been able to enjoy our visit.It felt very rushed.
marylouise_hMay 8, 2026VIATOR
Fun half day
Fun half day! Good bus trip to Windsor castle. Was great to see Castle and hear about it thru audio guide. Thought it was a bit expensive at 90£.
eileenbJ6278JBMay 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Please show this e-ticket to gain entry to this tour.
This tour is unescorted.
St. George’s Chapel closes at 4pm and is closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day.
As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, sometimes the entire Castle or the State Apartments within the Castle need to be closed at short notice.
During the winter months an additional five rooms, known collectively as the Semi-State Rooms, are included in the visitor route.
St. George’s Chapel is closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services. It also closes at 4pm during the week, so please ensure that this is one of the first places you visit upon arrival.
Windsor castle is closed on every Tuesday & Wednesday and on 17th June 2024, and 24-26 December 2024.