Windsor Castle Tour: Royal History and Art

Discover Windsor Castle’s rich history with a private 3-hour tour led by an accredited expert guide. Explore royal rooms and hear captivating stories.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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…
What's Included
  • In-person guide
  • English language
What's Not Included
  • Transport to and from Windsor
  • All food and drink is excluded, you will need to make your own lunch/dinner arrangements
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Discover the world’s largest and oldest inhabited castle with a private, two-and-a-half-hour guided tour of Windsor Castle. This royal residence, home to His Majesty King Charles III, is rich with a millennium of history, art, and architecture.
Your expert guide, Sarah, is a Blue Badge Tourist Guide with the esteemed Windsor & Eton endorsement from the…

Location
Castle Hill House
Castle Hill
We shall meet you on Castle Hill in front of the Henry VIII gate. If you would prefer that we meet you off the train please let us know so that we can make arrangements to meet at the railway station.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Laurie_w
Jul 8, 2025
Windsor castle - Sarah was amazing! We learned so much during this tour. We were unable to see the state rooms due to the upcoming arrival of the French president, but we did get to see the practice run of the parade. What a great experience!
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Bevanne_r
Jul 6, 2025
Amazing day in Windsor! - We are so happy we decided to book a tour of Windsor Castle with Sarah! She was amazing!! We had a wonderful day with her :) She answered all our questions and went above and beyond! So informative, yet personal. I highly recommend booking with Sarah! It was one of our best days on our trip!
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Lori_e
Jun 20, 2025
Insider view makes this tour special - Sarah expertly navigated us through a fun, entertaining and custom tailored tour of the castle, the grounds and the town of Windsor. She is local to the area and it was clear she was a student of the royal history that makes Windsor a must see for travelers. She answered all of our questions and went at our pace. We learned far more than we expected. If you have the chance, book with Sarah. She will delight you in her knowledge, ability to cram in a lot without feeling rushed and her ability to get you where you need to be when you need to be there. We were lucky enough to be there on a day King Charles was in residence … she snagged fabulous vantage points to observe changing the guard and the King whizzing by in his car. She capped off the day with a tasty lunch recommendation. 10 out of 10 for Sarah!
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Northstar24134509122
Jun 6, 2025
Windsor castle - Sarah was the best guide. Full of reliable knowledge, knew short cuts to by pass crowds, very thoughtful for our comfort and spoke very distinctly so we could understand every word.
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Stacie_f
May 29, 2025
Windsor the right way! - Sarah was awesome! Her knowledge is unmatched. Her kind demeanor, prompt use of time and generous thoughtful way made this tour extra special. She is a true expert and you will be glad you booked her tour!
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Stefanied708
Apr 21, 2025
A must-do for Tudorphiles - I recently had the absolute pleasure of taking a private, specialised tour of Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace with Sarah, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. As a Tudor enthusiast who’s devoured every book, documentary, podcast, and blog I can get my hands on, I honestly didn’t expect to learn THAT much more — but Sarah completely blew me away. Her depth of knowledge of the Tudor period is nothing short of extraordinary. She didn’t just know the facts; she had an expert-level understanding that brought the story of Anne Boleyn vividly and powerfully to life in both locations. From the hidden corners of Hampton Court to the layers of symbolism at Windsor, her insight into the history of place was captivating and consistently surprising — the kind of rich, textured storytelling that made even familiar stories feel brand new. Sarah was also incredibly kind and thoughtful, going out of her way to make sure I found the meeting points easily and felt comfortable and looked after throughout the day. Her passion, professionalism, and deep respect for the subject matter truly elevated the entire experience. If you’re even remotely interested in Tudor history — and especially if you’re already obsessed — book this tour. Sarah is the real deal.
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Guide245450
Apr 15, 2025
An amazing tour of Windsor with Sarah! - Sarah was an excellent guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We toured for about 3 hours and Sarah delivered a wealth of information along with answering all of our questions. I highly recommend!
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Michael_a
Feb 25, 2025
Incredible knowledge, incredible fun, worth every penny - Sarah is a fantastic guide. Her knowledge is exquisite. Her tours are like walking around with a historian, because she is one due to her certification and training, plus prior experience, with all things English history. Her timing is impeccable and she's a pleasure to be with. 3 hours flies by and your head is left with immense knowledge making you want to do another tour. We will be booking her again for another tour of another fabulous Crown castle.
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Robert_l
Dec 28, 2024
The ONLY way to see Windsor inside and out! - Sarah was an absolute delight, and this tour was the ONLY way to see Windsor from top to bottom. The state rooms were had more intimate feel than Buckingham Palace but still with the expected “wow factor”. Sarah was one of the most personable guides we had in the UK, and we cannot wait to recommend her and this specific tour to friends who are planning trips!
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G2189robarbarap
Nov 5, 2024
Windsor Castle Tour - Sarah was an amazing tour guide. She was engaging, informative and a true delight! Her insight of both the castle and its characters was extremely entertaining. Thank you Sarah, you are the best!
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From $349 (Per Group)
up to 4 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).