Are guided tours available at Warwick Castle?

Yes, Warwick Castle offers various guided tours that delve into its rich history, including tours of the Great Hall, State Rooms, and the castle grounds. Some day trips from London also include guided commentary during the journey.

Is the castle suitable for children and families?

Warwick Castle is very family-friendly, offering a variety of activities, including the Horrible Histories maze, live jousting, and interactive shows. There are also playgrounds and dining options for families.

Is Warwick Castle accessible for people with disabilities?

Warwick Castle has made many areas accessible, including the grounds and gardens. However, some historic parts of the castle may have limited accessibility due to steep stairs and uneven surfaces. Wheelchairs are available for hire.

Can I take photos inside Warwick Castle?

Yes, photography is allowed in most areas of Warwick Castle, although flash photography may be restricted in certain exhibits.

What happens if I miss my return transport back to London?

If you miss your transport, you may have to arrange alternative travel at your own cost. Always keep an eye on the time and ensure you’re back at the designated meeting point for your return journey.

Can I visit Warwick Castle in winter?

Yes, Warwick Castle is open during the winter months, though some outdoor activities may be limited. However, the castle often hosts festive events like Christmas celebrations, making it a magical time to visit.

Are there any annual events at Warwick Castle?

Warwick Castle hosts various events throughout the year, including jousting tournaments, medieval fairs, and special seasonal events like Halloween and Christmas celebrations.

How much time should I spend at Warwick Castle?

A visit to Warwick Castle can take around 3 to 4 hours if you’re exploring the major highlights. However, with special events or dining, you might want to spend up to 6 hours to fully enjoy the experience.

Is there parking available at Warwick Castle?

Yes, there is on-site parking available, though it may come at an additional charge. Be sure to arrive early during peak times to secure a spot.

London to Warwick Castle Day Tours | Explore Medieval History

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Warwick Castle Entry Tickets

Step back in time at the medieval Warwick Castle, built by William the Conqueror, and explore the resplendent Great Hall and State Rooms.
Discover the ancient ramparts and grounds of Warwick Castle, vividly brought to life by actors, exciting shows, and interactive displays.
Check out the gardens to catch a glimpse of the proud peacocks who reside there and watch in awe as one of the world's largest catapults launches a flaming fireball.
Try to escape the Horrible Histories Maze as you journey through time, from the Vikings' era to the Victorian Age.
Enhance your experience by upgrading your tickets to include round-trip rail transfers from London or a day trip to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds.

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Step back in time at the medieval Warwick Castle, built by William the Conqueror, and explore the resplendent Great Hall and State Rooms.
Discover the ancient ramparts and grounds of Warwick Castle, vividly brought to life by actors, exciting shows, and interactive displays.
Check out the gardens to catch a glimpse of the proud peacocks who reside there and watch in awe as one of the world's largest catapults launches a flaming fireball.
Try to escape the Horrible Histories Maze as you journey through time, from the Vikings' era to the Victorian Age.
Enhance your experience by upgrading your tickets to include round-trip rail transfers from London or a day trip to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds.

Inclusions

Entry to Warwick Castle
Round-trip train transfers from London (as per option selected)
Free WiFi on train (as per option selected)
Full-day tour of Cotswolds (as per option selected)
Tour of Stratford-upon-Avon (as per option selected)
Walking tour of Oxford (as per option selected)
Round-trip transfers in AC coach from London (as per option selected)
Professional English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Tip: Look for informative plaques scattered around the castle for detailed insights into its rich history.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue, except for the Towers and Ramparts and The Castle Dungeon.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Day Trips

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From London: Day Trip to Warwick Castle by Rail

Enjoy round-trip AC train transfers between London and Warwick and visit the medieval wonder of Warwick Castle, home to the world's largest siege machine.
Board a train at the Marylebone Station, enjoy the scenic journey from London to Warwick, and stay connected with free WiFi available on board.
Step into this historic castle developed from a wooden fort, originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068 that still reflects its grandiose architectural style.
Explore the castle grounds and beautiful gardens such as the Victorian Rose and Peacock Garden with ornamental flowers, sculptures, and hedges.
Enter the Great Hall and staterooms, each with its own style of artifacts and portraits that narrate the castle’s history from the 16th century.

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Flexible duration

Transfers included

Enjoy round-trip AC train transfers between London and Warwick and visit the medieval wonder of Warwick Castle, home to the world's largest siege machine.
Board a train at the Marylebone Station, enjoy the scenic journey from London to Warwick, and stay connected with free WiFi available on board.
Step into this historic castle developed from a wooden fort, originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068 that still reflects its grandiose architectural style.
Explore the castle grounds and beautiful gardens such as the Victorian Rose and Peacock Garden with ornamental flowers, sculptures, and hedges.
Enter the Great Hall and staterooms, each with its own style of artifacts and portraits that narrate the castle’s history from the 16th century.

Inclusions

Day trip to Warwick Castle
Round-trip train transfers between London & Warwick
Entry to Warwick Castle
Free Wi-Fi on the train

Tip: Take a blanket along and pack light food as there is lots of grassy open space to spread out and have a picnic!
You can return on any service the same day between 4pm and 7pm, with trains running every 30 mins, arriving at Marylebone station.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue, except for the Towers and Ramparts and The Castle Dungeon.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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From London: Stonehenge, Windsor & Oxford Full Day Trip

See the royal, prehistoric, and academic side of England with this full-day trip from London.

Day out to: Oxford, Windsor, and Stonehenge with round-trip transportation in an AC coach from central London.
You’ll get: A guided tour of Oxford, Windsor Castle, and Stonehenge, with insights into the history, architecture, and significance of each attraction.
Stonehenge & Windsor: Observe the Stone Circle as you hear theories about its construction and purpose, and stroll along the Thames Promenade at Windsor.
Oxford: Explore the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’ and admire Oxford University, the oldest in the English-speaking world.
Upgrades: Choose to upgrade your tour to gain access to Windsor Castle and see the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel.

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11 hr. - 12 hr.

Audio guide

Guided tour

Transfers included

See the royal, prehistoric, and academic side of England with this full-day trip from London.

Day out to: Oxford, Windsor, and Stonehenge with round-trip transportation in an AC coach from central London.
You’ll get: A guided tour of Oxford, Windsor Castle, and Stonehenge, with insights into the history, architecture, and significance of each attraction.
Stonehenge & Windsor: Observe the Stone Circle as you hear theories about its construction and purpose, and stroll along the Thames Promenade at Windsor.
Oxford: Explore the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’ and admire Oxford University, the oldest in the English-speaking world.
Upgrades: Choose to upgrade your tour to gain access to Windsor Castle and see the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Stonehenge, Windsor, and Oxford
Entry to Stonehenge
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Live-guided walking tour of Oxford
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese at Stonehenge
Expert English, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, or French-speaking guide on the bus and at all three locations (as per option selected)
Entry to Windsor Castle (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Lunch

What’s not allowed

Entry inside the Stonehenge Circle is not permitted, due to restoration efforts and the structure’s fragile condition. Your ticket grants access up to 10 meters from the monument.
Photography is not allowed inside Windsor Castle.
Large backpacks and pushchairs cannot be taken into the Windsor Castle State Apartments.
Pets are not permitted on this experience, with the exception of guide dogs.

Accessibility

This tour is partially accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
Guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Tours operate daily except December 24–26.
Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. On these days, tickets including entry are unavailable; instead, guests enjoy a walking tour of Windsor.
St. George’s Chapel at Windsor is closed on Sundays, and the State Apartments may occasionally be closed on other days.
Members of English Heritage and National Trust England receive free entry to Stonehenge.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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From London: Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle Day Trip

Discover England's enchanting countryside on a full-day tour from London to the Cotswolds, including visits to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick Castle.
Journey to the mighty Warwick Castle, a medieval fortress built by William the Conqueror, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the country.
Step into the world of Shakespeare at Stratford-Upon-Avon, a charming market town that is his birthplace, and explore sights like the Holy Trinity Church.
Immerse yourself in the magic of Oxford on foot, exploring Oxford University, the oldest university in the English-speaking world, and other ancient colleges.
Upgrade your tickets to gain entry into Warwick Castle and Shakespeare's Birthplace, and add some historical and literary charm to your tour.

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11 hr.

Guided tour

Discover England's enchanting countryside on a full-day tour from London to the Cotswolds, including visits to Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick Castle.
Journey to the mighty Warwick Castle, a medieval fortress built by William the Conqueror, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the country.
Step into the world of Shakespeare at Stratford-Upon-Avon, a charming market town that is his birthplace, and explore sights like the Holy Trinity Church.
Immerse yourself in the magic of Oxford on foot, exploring Oxford University, the oldest university in the English-speaking world, and other ancient colleges.
Upgrade your tickets to gain entry into Warwick Castle and Shakespeare's Birthplace, and add some historical and literary charm to your tour.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Cotswolds
Tour of Stratford-upon-Avon
Walking tour of Oxford
Professional English-speaking guide
Entry to Shakespeare's Birthplace (as per option selected)
Entry to Warwick Castle (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Meal inclusions

Tip: Don't forget to try some delicious fish and chips at Stratford-upon-Avon.
During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
This tour does not include pickup or drop off at your hotel. Meet the guide at the Welcome Desk at Victoria Coach Station 30 minutes before the start time of the tour.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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From London: Harry Potter Insights Day Trip of Oxford with Round-Trip Rail Transfers

Uncover Oxford's magic on a Harry Potter fan tour! Explore film sites, test your Hogwarts knowledge, and see Rowling's inspirations.

Day out to the wizarding world at Oxford, home to iconic Harry Potter filming locations, with flexible round-trip train transfers from Marylebone Station.
You'll get an expert-guided tour of Oxford's Harry Potter filming sites, including the Divinity School (Hogwarts Infirmary) and Bodleian Libraries.
Oxford: Discover how Oxford student life mirrors Hogwarts and see places that inspired J.K. Rowling's magical series on your own at your own pace.
Options: Enjoy an optional stop at Bicester Village for a premier shopping experience on your return journey.

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Free cancellation

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Flexible duration

Transfers included

Uncover Oxford's magic on a Harry Potter fan tour! Explore film sites, test your Hogwarts knowledge, and see Rowling's inspirations.

Day out to the wizarding world at Oxford, home to iconic Harry Potter filming locations, with flexible round-trip train transfers from Marylebone Station.
You'll get an expert-guided tour of Oxford's Harry Potter filming sites, including the Divinity School (Hogwarts Infirmary) and Bodleian Libraries.
Oxford: Discover how Oxford student life mirrors Hogwarts and see places that inspired J.K. Rowling's magical series on your own at your own pace.
Options: Enjoy an optional stop at Bicester Village for a premier shopping experience on your return journey.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Oxford
Round-trip train transfers from London Marylebone Station
90-min English-guided Harry Potter Highlights walking tour
Entry to the Divinity School
Free stop at Bicester Village (optional)
Free Wi-Fi onboard train

Exclusions

Live guide (except for the Harry Potter walking tour)

Entry to Oxford University
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Food and drink

Additional information

Train travel is with Chiltern Railways in standard class
Outbound: Depart London Marylebone after 9:15am on any direct train to Oxford. Journey time approximately 85 mins.
Return: Depart Oxford on any direct train back to London Marylebone anytime on the same day
Direct trains run approximately every 30 mins in each direction
Full joining instructions and travel documents will be sent 7 days prior to departure (Please do not wait to meet staff at the train station, as in-person departures are not conducted)
This is an unescorted tour (except for the Harry Potter Highlights walking tour)
Bodleian Library (Divinity School) is closed on March 1 and 8, May 6, 17, and 31, July 19 and 29, August 1, 2, and 9, September 26 and 27, November 7, 8, 14, and 15. Please note that these closure dates are the most up-to-date information, but the Divinity School may occasionally close on different dates, not listed, due to last-minute events. On days when the Divinity School is closed, you will be offered entry to New College, another Harry Potter filming location, as a replacement.
The train ticket to Oxford is also valid for a free stop off at Bicester Village on the return, making this the ideal opportunity to enjoy the UK’s most popular outlet shopping destination

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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From London: Small Group Cotswolds Day Trip Including Bourton-on-the-Water

Ride through the Cotswolds in a luxury, air-conditioned minibus, keeping your journey comfortable while you explore charming villages and rolling countryside.
Get to and from the Cotswolds with ease—this tour includes round-trip transport from London, so you can focus on exploring.
Let an expert guide lead the way, revealing the Cotswolds’ history, unique traditions, and stories you won’t find in a guidebook.
Explore the charming villages of Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Stow-on-the-Wold, each known for their picturesque streets and rich heritage.
Step inside Broadway Tower, a historic hilltop landmark, and take in sweeping views of the Cotswolds, the Malvern Hills, and beyond.

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Free cancellation

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11 hr.

Transfers included

Ride through the Cotswolds in a luxury, air-conditioned minibus, keeping your journey comfortable while you explore charming villages and rolling countryside.
Get to and from the Cotswolds with ease—this tour includes round-trip transport from London, so you can focus on exploring.
Let an expert guide lead the way, revealing the Cotswolds’ history, unique traditions, and stories you won’t find in a guidebook.
Explore the charming villages of Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Stow-on-the-Wold, each known for their picturesque streets and rich heritage.
Step inside Broadway Tower, a historic hilltop landmark, and take in sweeping views of the Cotswolds, the Malvern Hills, and beyond.

Inclusions