Walking Tour of Royal Windsor for families/groups 4+
Guided Walking Tour of Royal Windsor for families/groups 4+
There is minimal upfront cost to this tour but the guide will seek payment at the conclusion of the tour in Gratuities. Pay what you feel the tour was worth.
This informative walk covers all the major highlights, the exterior of Windsor Castle, the odd ghost, famous courtesan Nell Gwynne, the Crooked House, the Guildhall, Windsor Parish Church, the Long Walk, the Copper Horse, with an option to go on to Eton College and Chapel and the famous playing fields and Wall game.
We can also host private tours with restricted numbers, companies, stopovers or people after something different which can be tailored to your requirements, please contact us.
Reviews
“It was a pleasant experience for all of us. We are 14 family members, and it was our first time in Windsor. Kip walked us around. He is very knowledgeable and knows the area well. Because of the tour, we learned a lot about Windsor's history, especially Eton College. He is very passionate about what he is doing making sure we get the history. Kip is accommodating and gives us some insights about where to go to museums if we want to explore further. It was raining hard that day, so we did not go further exploring after the tour. I highly recommend Kip to anyone who wants a walking tour of Windsor. To Kip, all the best to you.”
— Rolando UK
“12 of us attended this tour and we found the local guide knowledgeable and funny which made all the difference. The history was totally fabulous! Thanks!”
— Sally USA
“Very good tour, our guide also recommended good places to eat and stay in the town and how to get to other places in the UK”
— Nicola France
“Just what we needed to start our holiday. Great fun, lots of info and funny stories. Both me, my husband and our kids enjoyed it. Would highly recommend”
— Isla Glasgow
FAQs
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The booking platforms require a small fee but these are aimed at large groups where the walk is basically free and if you enjoy the tour then you can contribute something to the guide who runs it. 100% of the tip goes to the guide. There is no obligation to pay though it is totally up to you.
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No, entry to Windsor castle is separate and available from the Royal Collections website.
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From London there are two ways of getting to Windsor by train
Windsor Central Station – From Paddington, change at Slough for Windsor approx. 1 hour.
Windsor Riverside Station – from Waterloo direct approx. 1 hour
No oyster cards but contactless ok, or a regular ticket from the booking office.
By road Windsor is 25 miles due west of London along the M4 motorway, there will be signs to parking any will do but can be expensive and busy use a park and ride if possible.
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Average Duration: 90-120 minutes depending on selfies, whether Eton is required etc.
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Approximate Tour length: 2 miles some walking up gentle slopes.
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The Castle is on top of a hill and the walk between the station and Eton probably a mile can be uphill and tiring, please bear that in mind. Check the train stations for stair/lifts in service.
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Tours will go ahead in all weathers unless unsafe, please dress appropriately.
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All ages but please note there will be high level mention of ghosts and prostitution.
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The Castle obviously, the French brothers and smaller Boat trips, the big yellow Duck Tours all good on the Thames, the Open Top Bus, and there are different walks with Blue Badge Guides and other guides, lots of options.
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Pubs are good, especially round the castle but they will be busy. Chains like Honest Burger, The Ivy, Cote Brasserie, my choice would be Cote Brasserie on Windsor Bridge, it does get busy but gives you views of the water and castle and is reasonable prices, 20 pound set menu, 18 pounds a main course etc. Booking advisable.
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Please check Windsor Castle is open when you want to visit. St Georges Chapel is closed Sundays. The Castle is closed on certain events. The Eton Museums are open Sundays. No photography in certain areas of the Castle and St Georges Chapel. The Castle Tour takes about 90 minutes.
The Changing of the Guard is Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays and you can see Soldiers and a Band march past the streets from the barracks to the castle, you will not see the actual ceremony if you are outside the Castle but they will March back again.