Windsor London: Guided Walking Tour

About this experience

Book this guided walking tour of Windsor to see the royal town with someone who knows its stories. In about 90 minutes, a local guide walks you from Windsor Guildhall past Windsor Castle and on towards Eton College, explaining how a small settlement on the River Thames became home to the British monarchy. Groups are capped at 20, so you can hear the guide and ask questions along the way. What you see on the Windsor walking tour The route covers Windsor's key sights in a compact loop that is easy to follow on foot. You start at Windsor Guildhall on the High Street, a handsome civic building at the heart of the old town. From there the walk takes in the outside of Windsor Castle, the largest occupied castle in the world and a royal residence for more than 900 years, before heading towards Eton College, the famous school on the other side of the river. Along the way you pass a mix of historic and contemporary buildings, quiet lanes and the streets that have welcomed kings, queens and locals for centuries. The history your guide brings to life Windsor's story is closely tied to the crown. Your guide explains how William the Conqueror acquired the town after the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and chose the hilltop above the Thames for a fortress. You also hear about the castle's role in modern times, including Queen Elizabeth II's long connection with Windsor Castle as one of her homes. The tour links these royal moments with everyday life in the town, so you come away understanding both Windsor's past and how people live here today. How long is the tour and where does it start? The tour lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes. The meeting point is outside Windsor Guildhall at 51 High Street, Windsor SL4 1LR. Please arrive 10 minutes before your start time and show the ticket on your smartphone to the guide. The tour is led in English by a live guide, and the route is wheelchair accessible. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a layer, as most of the walk is outdoors. The tour suits first-time visitors, families and anyone who wants the story of Windsor before going inside the castle. Make a day of it in Windsor This walk does not include entry to Windsor Castle, so many visitors pair it with a separate visit inside. You can book Windsor Castle entry tickets for the State Apartments and St George's Chapel, or choose a half-day Windsor Castle tour from London if you would rather have transport arranged. Back in the capital, the Tower of London and Crown Jewels make a good companion for anyone interested in royal history. Booking and cancellation Choose your date and time, then receive your ticket on your phone. You can cancel for free until 48 hours before your visit date and get a full refund, and rescheduling is possible until 48 hours before your visit. Within 48 hours of the tour, the booking can no longer be changed or refunded.

Highlights

• Walk through Windsor with a local, English-speaking guide
• See Windsor Castle, Windsor Guildhall and Eton College on one route
• Hear how William the Conqueror took the town after 1066
• Small group of up to 20 people, about 90 minutes

What is included

• Guided walking tour of Windsor
• Live guide in English

Not included

• Entry to Windsor Castle
• Food and drinks
• Transport to Windsor

Before you go

Meeting point: outside Windsor Guildhall, 51 High Street, Windsor SL4 1LR. Arrive 10 minutes before the start time and show your phone ticket to the guide. The tour lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes and is led in English. Groups have a maximum of 20 people. The tour is wheelchair accessible. Entry to Windsor Castle is not included.

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 48 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 48 hours before your visit.