Windsor Castle Entry Tickets, London

Overview

Step inside Windsor Castle, London's oldest and largest occupied castle, to explore over a millennium of royal history at your leisure. Your journey begins near the main entrance where you'll validate your ticket and complete security checks. Once inside, follow clear signage to discover key areas like the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel.

Highlights

Get access to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, including the State Apartments, St George’s Chapel, and precincts.

Explore the ceremonial and historic State Apartments, home to royal treasures, and marvel at Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, a miniature masterpiece.

Visit St George’s Chapel, the resting place of ten monarchs, including Henry VIII and Charles I, with multimedia guides making the visit engaging for all ages.

Elevate your visit by upgrading to a round-trip tour of Windsor Castle with convenient train or AC coach transfers from Central London.

Your Experience

Step inside Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle, and explore over 1,000 years of royal history at your own pace.

Getting started

Begin your visit near the main entrance, where your ticket will be validated, and security checks will be completed. Once inside, follow clear signage to access the State Apartments, St George’s Chapel, and other key areas.

What to expect

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle, founded in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, has served as the home of 40 monarchs and remains an active royal residence. This historic site is renowned for its architectural evolution and its role in British ceremonial life.

Features:

State Apartments: Walk through ceremonial and historic rooms used for official events, featuring ornate interiors and a remarkable collection of art and furnishings.
Semi-State Rooms: Visit the private apartments created for George IV, open to the public during the winter months, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship.
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House: See the world’s largest and most famous dolls’ house, complete with working lights, running water, and tiny books written by real authors.
St George’s Chapel: Explore this Gothic masterpiece, the burial place of ten monarchs including Henry VIII and Charles I, and the setting for royal weddings.
Castle Precincts: Stroll the castle grounds, including the iconic Round Tower and the Long Walk, offering views across the estate.
Changing the Guard: Witness this traditional ceremony on select days, a vibrant display of British pageantry.
Treasures of the Castle: Discover highlights from the Royal Collection, including paintings, tapestries, and decorative arts displayed throughout the castle.

Extras

Convenient London transfers: Enhance your visit with round-trip transportation options from London, allowing you to focus on enjoying your day. Choose between a comfortable AC coach ride for a relaxed journey or a fast train for quicker travel to Windsor.

This ticket gives you access to a living piece of history, where centuries of tradition and royal heritage come to life.

Must Know

Photography is strictly prohibited inside Windsor Castle.

Large backpacks and pushchairs are not permitted inside the State Apartments.

Your pets are not permitted on this experience.

This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

The Semi-State Apartments will remain open until March 29, 2026.

Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. St. George’s Chapel at Windsor is closed to visitors on Sundays and on February 28, 2026. On some days, the State Apartments may also be closed.

Windsor Castle will be completely closed from January 8-12, March 19, and June 14-15, 2026. The Semi-State Rooms will be closed on January 15, 2026.

If you upgrade to include train transfers, note that you must change trains at Slough. A full information pack containing your train and Windsor Castle ticket will be emailed to you 10 days before you travel.

The exact departure point for your AC coach tour will be shared with you after you book your tickets.

Ticket Delivery

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the venue.

Ticket redemption point

Show your mobile ticket at Windsor Castle's Admission Centre.
To locate the redemption point on Google Maps, search for - Windsor Castle's Admission Centre.

Get directions to the redemption point