Windsor Castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world that is still used by the monarchy. Built over 900 years ago by William, the conqueror, this has been a royal palace and residence. Despite its daily usage for royal business, much of the palace’s area is open to the public and well worth a visit.
A visit to the world popular Windsor Castle is an absolute royal treat! From the lavish State Apartments and impressive grounds to St George’s Chapel, where many a royal has tied the knot, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, there are plenty of things to see at Windsor Castle.
A tour to Windsor Castle will give you a unique insight into the lives of the modern Royal Family, as well as the ability to explore important aspects of British history. The castle is open all year round and is the perfect place to visit during a day trip from London. There are many great tours of the castle available that not only allow you to skip the lines, but also provide you with transportation to and from the site, as well as trips to other iconic locations in South England.
Here are some of the best tours to Windsor Castle:
Windsor Castle Admission Ticket –
Explore the castle and ground sat your own pace with this basic admission ticket. The ticket allows you to skip the lines and head straight into the castle on your chosen time slot.
You will have access to St George’s Chapel, where King Henry VIII was buried. You can explore all the areas of the castle open to the public, including State Apartments. Some areas are closed at certain times when the Royal Family are in residence, so do check this before booking your ticket.
Windsor Castle Afternoon Sightseeing Tour from London –
If you want something a bit more structured and need to plan out transport from London, this trip is a good option. The Windsor Castle portion of the tour is unguided, allowing you to explore at your own pace. However, audio guides are provided in eight different languages to help you understand the history of the building in-depth. You will also be able to visit Queen Mary’s Doll’s House and St George’s Chapel as part of the tour.
From London: Full Day Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford Tour –
Visit some of the other famous attractions in Southern England with this tour. Not only you will gain access to Windsor Castle, but also be taken to Stonehenge and Oxford.
Stonehenge is a Neolithic stone circle, and Oxford is a famous university town with great examples of old architecture and a quaint pub scene. You will be given audio guides to each attraction with transport from Central London. Your tour in Oxford will be hosted by a live guide with personal connections to the town.
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Bath Day Tour –
This is another excellent tour if you are looking to hit a few landmarks in a day. Apart from Stonehenge and Windsor Castle, you will also visit the ancient Roman spa town of Bath. There you will discover Roman ruins and one of the best-preserved Roman Baths in the world.
You can also learn some of the local cultures in Bath and enjoy afternoon tea at one of the most popular tea houses in the country. The tour includes a live guide and transportation in a luxury coach.
Windsor Castle and the London Eye Half-Day Tour –
The tour begins with a visit to Windsor Castle, where you will have full access to the castle, grounds and St George’s Chapel, complete with an audio guide.
After visiting the castle, you will return to London for a trip on the London Eye. The large monument in the center of London gives you great views over the Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, and the Thames as you soar up to 130m above street level.
This is an amazing tour for ticking off two excellent attractions off your list. The London Eye itself provides plenty of opportunities for taking photos.
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