Housesteads Roman Fort (Vercovicium) Tours and Tickets

Journey to the frontier of ancient Rome on this full-day tour of Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish borders from Edinburgh. First up is a tour of the 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, famously featured in ‘The Da Vinci Code’ and renowned for its mysterious stone carvings and unique architecture. After lunch (not included), stop at Melrose Abbey, the burial site of King Robert the Bruce’s heart, and look out over the English border from Cheviot Hills, before walking along the UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall.

Once the Roman Empire’s northernmost frontier, Hadrian’s Wall comprises stretches of walls, forts, and barracks. Tap deeper into its history than if alone on this full-day walking tour. Explore parts of the wall, and the remains of the Housesteads fort and Vindolanda supply station, as a guide explains the lives of the soldiers once based here. The tour includes lunch, with the option of transfers from Newcastle for added convenience.

Hadrian’s Wall begins just over an hour’s drive north of Windermere, yet to reach it by public transport takes three times as long. Spare yourself more than 3.5 hours of left-side driving when you book this private tour. Visit the medieval ruins of Lanercost Priory, the Roman Army Museum, the fortress town of Vindolanda, with its fascinating museum, and Housesteads fort. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Recognized with UNESCO World Heritage status, Hadrian’s Wall is a must when in northern England. Skip the stress of left-side driving and relax with a private driver/guide on this day trip for groups up to eight. You’ll see medieval Lanercost Priory, plus three key sections of Hadrian’s Wall: the Roman Army Museum, the Vindolanda excavations and museum, and Housesteads Roman Fort. All entrance fees are at your own expense.