Duration: Flexible
- Explore Windsor Castle at your own pace on this self-guided tour.
- This tour comes with a multilingual audio guide, providing insights into the castle’s most notable highlights.
Recommended ticket: Windsor castle entry tickets
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Windsor Castle stands as the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, housing royal state apartments, chapels, and buildings that are truly worth visiting. Step through its gates and immerse yourself in the life of the monarchy, experiencing British royal traditions and grandeur firsthand.
Begin your visit with transfers from Central London to the heart of Windsor and its castle. Avoid the hassle of traffic and enjoy an air-conditioned journey while passing some of the most beautiful sights of London and Windsor.
Choose from a range of ticket options, including half-day tours to Windsor, full-day trips to Windsor, along with visits to Stonehenge, Oxford, or Bath, or a hop-on hop-off bus tour offering 24-hour unlimited access to Windsor’s most popular landmarks.
Full-day tours combine Windsor Castle with visits to Stonehenge, Oxford, or Bath, giving you a comprehensive journey through England’s history and landmarks. Explore the culture, history, and heritage of these cities for an entire day, making the most of a trip that covers three cities in one outing.
It is no secret that Windsor Castle is filled with treasures. Enjoy entry to the heart of the castle and explore the State Apartments used for official functions. Admire interiors adorned with masterpieces by artists such as Holbein, Van Dyck, and Rubens. Step inside St George’s Chapel, which houses the tombs of 11 monarchs, and discover Queen Mary’s Dolls' House, a miniature masterpiece created with contributions from over 1,500 craftspeople.
Outside on the castle grounds is where one of Windsor’s oldest traditions takes place. Symbolizing the discipline of the British monarchy, the ‘Changing the Guard’ involves the handover of duties from the "Old Guard" to the "New Guard." Time your visit to witness this ceremony, held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 11am, to experience British royal tradition up close.
Enjoy the convenience of tailoring your visit to Windsor Castle based on your preferences. A typical visit lasts 2 to 3 hours, giving ample time to explore the State Apartments, St George’s Chapel, and the Changing the Guard. If you have other plans for the day in Windsor, prioritize visiting the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel to get the best of what the castle has to offer.
Plan a full day out from Central London with convenient day trip options to Windsor Castle. Sit back and travel in comfort on an air-conditioned coach or train for a seamless experience exploring British history, royal heritage, and iconic landmarks!
Yes! Your entry tickets are valid only for the specific time slot you choose when booking, so plan your arrival accordingly.
Yes, multimedia guides are available in multiple languages. Paid audio guides are also available if you prefer.
The castle is open most of the year, but it closes on certain days for events or when the Royal Family is in residence. Plan your visit to avoid visiting on days when the castle is closed.
Guided tours typically last around 2 hours. If you include transfers from London, expect your total trip to be around 5–6 hours.
A typical visit takes 1.5–3 hours, depending on how much time you spend in the State Apartments, St George’s Chapel, Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, or watching the Changing the Guard ceremony.
Yes! The castle is fully accessible, with ramps, lifts to the State Apartments, accessible toilets, and provisions for hearing- and visually-impaired visitors. Guide dogs are welcome, and water is provided upon request.
Yes. The café caters to all dietary preferences, including vegetarian and vegan options, such as salads, wraps, and sandwiches.
You can enjoy the gardens for as long as you like during opening hours. Windsor Great Park is free to enter daily, while The Savill Garden and certain terrace areas may have entry fees.
No. Tickets are valid for a single entry only.
Of course. Windsor Castle is perfect for children. They will love exploring the State Apartments, wandering through the gardens and castle grounds, and discovering the miniature wonders of Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House.
Confused about which Windsor Castle day trip to pick? If you’re short on time, the half-day tour is perfect. Got a full day to spare? The full-day tour combines Windsor with Stonehenge and either Oxford or Bath for a journey filled with sightseeing, history and unforgettable walks.
Step inside the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle, home to 1,000 years of royal history.
Inclusions
Entry tickets to Windsor Castle
Multimedia guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and Spanish
Half-day tour of Windsor & Windsor Castle (as per option selected)
Round-trip AC coach or train transfers from London (as per option selected)
Exclusions
Hotel transfers
Gratuities
Perfect for those with limited time, explore Windsor Castle in under 6 hours, including convenient transfers from London.
Inclusions
Half-day tour to Windsor Castle
Entry tickets to Windsor Castle
Round-trip AC coach transfers from Central London (as per option selected)
Round-trip train transfers from London Paddington Station (as per option selected)
Multimedia guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and Spanish
Exclusions
Visit three historic sites in the UK in just one day with round-trip coach transfers from London.
Inclusions
Full-day tour of Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath
Entry to Stonehenge
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Boarding from central London
Live-guided walking tour of the town of Bath
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, French, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Entry to Windsor Castle (as per option selected)
Entry to the Roman Baths (as per option selected)
Exclusions
See the royal, prehistoric, and academic side of England with this full-day trip from London.
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
Take a tour of the royal town on an affordable bus ride through 10 iconic locations.
Inclusions
24-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, German & Chinese
Free Wi-Fi
Windsor Hop-on Hop-off bus tour The bus route brings out Windsor’s regal yet welcoming side, with Windsor Castle’s stone towers rising above the town and lush parkland. Expect cobbled streets lined with historic pubs and boutiques, the River Thames glinting beside willow trees, and classic English gardens. The skyline is dominated by the castle, framed by leafy avenues and elegant Georgian buildings. Popular stops: Windsor Castle, Eton College, Windsor & Eton Riverside Station
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