Private Walking Tour with Accredited Expert Guide Windsor Castle

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Windsor & Eton, England

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Explore Windsor Castle, the largest, oldest, inhabited castle in the world. Home to His Majesty King Charles III, the castle boasts a thousand years of history, art, and architecture.

Sarah, your knowledgeable guide, is a Blue Badge Tourist Guide who holds the prestigious Windsor & Eton endorsement.
Sarah is authorised to guide you through the castle wards and St George’s Chapel explaining the history, and sharing fascinating stories of the monarchs who once resided within the walls. See the photographic Round Tower, views across to Eton College, Queen Mary’s Doll House, the State Rooms, and the final resting place of her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

*Guiding is not permitted inside the State Rooms, but Sarah is authorized to accompany you and converse to ensure you experience the best of the Royal Collection
**St George’s Chapel closed on Sundays
***Only one booking per time slot, if your group is larger please contact Sarah to discuss, do not book more than one booking.

What's Included

  • Guide: In-person: English
  • Transport to and from Windsor
  • All food and drink is excluded, you will need to make your own lunch/dinner arrangements
  • Windsor Castle
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Castle Hill House
12 Castle Hill, Windsor SL4 1PE, UK

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Windsor Castle

As a royal residence, Windsor Castle is one of the homes of His Majesty King Charles III, at nearly one thousand years old it has a rich wealth of history, art and architecture waiting to be explored.Your guide, will meet you on Castle Hill just outside the Henry VIII Gate. And will escort you into the castle entrance, through the ticket office and security.You will now be with the castle walls. Sarah will guide you through castle precincts. Firstly the Middle Ward where you will walk past the famous Round Tower. If the Royal Standard is flying from the top then we will know that the King is in residence.We will then pass through onto the the upper walkway where we will see spectacular views of the River Thames below us and Eton, including the famous Eton College where Princes William and Harry were educated.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Windsor Castle

After exploring the Castle Wards, our guide will accompany you into the State Apartments.First stop will be the famous Queen Mary’s Dolls House which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Our guide will then walk with you through the State Apartments, here you will walk where Kings Queens and State dignitaries have walked before you, through both the King's and Queen's State Chambers including the Waterloo Chamber, St George's Hall and the Grand Reception Room, where you will see some of the famous artwork, paintings, tapestries and furniture from the Royal Collection.Guiding of large groups is not permitted which is why our only takes bookings for small intimate private groups. As an accredited Windsor Castle guide, Sarah is permitted to walk you through the State Apartments pointing out items of interest and answering any questions you may have.Photography is not permitted within the State Apartments.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. George's Chapel

Lastly we will visit the 15th century, St George’s Chapel, home to the famous Order of the Garter, the oldest order of chivalry in the world.Entrance to the Chapel is at no extra cost, it is included in the Windsor Castle entrance fee. We will walk past the George VI Chapel where Queen Elizabeth II is laid to rest alongside her father, husband, mother and sister; King George VI, Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, and Princess Margaret.Please note, as a working chapel, St George’s Chapel is NOT open on Sundays.Photography is not permitted within the Chapel.The tour will take three hours in total and will finish back at the starting point, the Henry VIII Gate.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Entrance fees to Windsor Castle, adult tickets on the day cost £35 and should be bought in advance

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Walking Tour with Accredited Expert Guide Windsor Castle?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Guide: In-person: English
  • Transport to and from Windsor
  • All food and drink is excluded, you will need to make your own lunch/dinner arrangements
  • Windsor Castle
  • Admission fees are not included

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Entrance fees to Windsor Castle, adult tickets on the day cost £35 and should be bought in advance
  • Photography is not permitted within the State Apartments and Chapel

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  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).

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