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Highlights
- Secure your booking early for access to the castle areas, including key State Apartments and Queen Mary's Dolls' House.
- View the State Apartments packed with royal artifacts and St George's Chapel where past monarchs are buried.
- A multimedia guide in nine languages helps you follow routes and learn about ceremonies at your own pace.
- Upgrade to a half-day trip with train or coach transfers plus a Blue Badge guide for the outer precincts.
Your Experience
Arrival and Entry
Start your visit by validating your ticket at the main castle entrance before passing through security.
If you booked transport, take the round-trip train or air-conditioned coach from London to reach the site.
Collect the multimedia device or join a guide once clear of the checkpoint.
Inside the Residence
Visit official royal rooms and ceremonial halls to view art, architecture, and state decor.
George IV's private spaces remain open in winter to show fine craftsmanship.
The Queen Mary Dolls’ House stands out as a detailed miniature home with working lights and water.
Chapels and Grounds
Step through the Gothic St George's Chapel, where several historic kings lie buried.
Walk around the estate for views of the Round Tower and the Long Walk.
On some dates you can watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony near the main buildings.
Transfers and Guides
Upgrade your plans with a half-day tour that includes transport by coach or train.
A Blue Badge expert can lead you around the outer areas and share stories before you continue inside.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entry to Windsor Castle
- Access to the State Apartments
- Access to Queen Mary's Dolls' House
- Access to St George’s Chapel on all days except Sundays
- Multimedia guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian and Spanish
- (Optional paid upgrade) Half-day tour of Windsor Castle
- (Optional paid upgrade) Blue Badge guide within precincts
- (Optional paid upgrade) Round-trip train transfers to Windsor
- (Optional paid upgrade) Round-trip AC coach transfers to Windsor
- Food and beverages not specified on the itinerary
- Transportation to or from your hotel
- Tips for guides or staff
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Have your mobile voucher or photo ID ready at the main entrance
- Check transfer schedules to plan your arrival time if booking trains or coaches
- Leave large backpacks and pushchairs outside as security restricts items in State Apartments
- Cameras are not allowed inside the castle premises so plan to take photos elsewhere
- The Semi-State Rooms will be closed until autumn 2026
- Windsor Castle is open daily except Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 336 hours before the experience starts.
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