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Windsor Castle Tour from London with Lunch option

London, England
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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore Britain’s royal history on this day trip to Windsor Castle from London. Journey west by air-conditioned coach to the town of Windsor, and head inside Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest occupied castle, to explore independently. See highlights such as the State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel—the burial place of 10 sovereigns, including Henry VIII—and enjoy free time to amble around Windsor town. Return to London and finish with a British lunch at the pub near Victoria train station.
  • Half-day trip to Windsor Castle from London
  • Explore Windsor Castle independently, and see St. George's Chapel and the State Apartments
  • Enjoy some free time to explore in Windsor
  • Traditional English fish and chips lunch at the cozy St. George's Tavern in Victoria

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Follow up your morning tour of Windsor Castle with a classic fish-and-chips lunch at a London pub.

What's Included

  • Entry to Windsor Castle
  • See St George’s Chapel
  • One-course Pub lunch (if option selected)
  • Services of Professional guide and transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Hotel pick-up

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 9TP, UK

    Located on 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, London, SW1W 9TP, approximately 7 minutes walk from Victoria Underground and Railway station. Tour departs inside the building at Gate 19 at 7:45am (Boarding starts at 7.30am)

Start time

07:45 AM

End point

  • Victoria St, London SW1E 5ND, UK

What To Expect

Make your way to central London. Hop aboard your air-conditioned coach, and make the journey to the lovely town of Windsor, home to magnificent Windsor Castle.

As you travel, hear tales of this 1,000-year-old palace-fortress and how it ranks as the world’s oldest occupied castle. Originally built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it’s still used by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as a weekend residence and for state ceremonies. 

On arrival, head inside to explore independently. Stroll around the opulent chambers of the State Apartments, many adorned with paintings by Rembrandt and Canaletto, and learn how they have been home to 39 monarchs. See other highlights and be sure to visit the castle's St. George’s Chapel, an echoing Gothic masterpiece that holds the tombs of 10 English monarchs, including the infamous Henry VIII.


Afterward, enjoy free time to stroll around Windsor town, set on the banks of the Thames River. Perhaps browse for souvenirs in the quaint shops and see the house where William Shakespeare is said to have penned his play 'The Merry Wives of Windsor.' 

After your visit to Windsor, drive back to London and arrive at the upscale neighborhood of Knightsbridge in the center of the city. Here, head inside the St. George's Tavern in Victoria, and sit down to a traditional, hearty English lunch of fish and chips. Your tour then ends here after your meal.

Please note: lunch may be taken at another pub or venue in central London.

Harrods (Pass By)

Windsor Castle

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The Jugged Hare, Victoria

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • On occasions when the State Apartments are closed, you can visit the Queen Mary's Dolls' House instead
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • If lunch option is selected you have a choice of either Fish and Chips or Vegetarian option. Drinks are available at additional cost. The pub is located a 5-7-minute walk from the drop-off point.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Terrible Experience Windsor Castle
Francis_M, Apr 2024
Absolutely Awful ! Literally 3 minutes late for the coach , and they left without us ! Someone called me from your staff while we were in route to the coach and I told him we we’re literally 3 minutes out please wait . He said ok . He did not wait . We had to pay 96.00 GPB . For taxi to Windsor and luckily we managed to meet up with our group and Karen our group guide was very nice ! I am expecting either a cash refund or a Viator credit for 96.00 GPB !
Not worth it!
Jill_w, Apr 2024
Confusion. Could not hear the guide. Pub lunch was in a loser spot in London not Windsor. Not worth the money. Basically on your own.
Left in Windsor
Joan_S, Mar 2024
I was really excited to visit Windsor. Alan, our guide, greeted me as I checked in. His stories throughout the morning were informative of London and the route to Windsor. Getting to Windsor was easy. Returning to London was a nightmare. I was at the meeting spot seven minutes prior to the 1 p.m. time. I waited and waited, and waited some more. Finally a small coach came for me. It was the driver that had been 10 minutes early and had left without me. A Family in the group I was with earlier had told him he should go back because they knew I was returning on the same coach. They insisted and thank God they did because I would’ve been stuck in Windsor, left to fend for myself and getting back to London. It was an excellent ride out. Windsor was amazing, but the stress I felt, and being left, even for a short period of time was frightening! My name did not appear on the list that the driver, Gary, received. I’m grateful that he did come back for me. In no way was Gary responsible for leaving without me. Did I mention that I am 71 years old? Shame on you Viator and Premium tours!
Interesting trip
David_P, Jan 2024
We weren’t allowed to take photos, but it was very interesting to see the various rooms. The rooms were of various purposes and had a lot of great art works
Great guide! Very...
Jessica_E, Dec 2023
Great guide! Very informative. It would have been nice to be able to have him guide us through the state rooms.
Not enough time, will return
MARIAJESSE_M, Nov 2023
Windsor Staterooms tour was exceptional. Disappointed that we did not get to see Princess Mary's Doll house.
A must see if your in London and have time to visit.
Brenda_W, Nov 2023
The castle tour was very nice. Much recommend this tour as you get more time, but still just not enough to enough everything Windsor Castle has to offer. Also was a little disappointed the option lunch was in London and not around the castle as what I thought it would be. But still the food was great the tour was great the guide was knowledgeable and very easy to understand.
Would definitely recommend this tour
Kelly_P, Oct 2023
Wonderful tour, Magnus was our tour guide from the moment we stepped on the bus to the entrance of Windsor. Very knowledgeable and informative. We also did the added Pub lunch at Jugged. Fish and chips we very good.
Guide was outstanding
LAWRENCE_K, Oct 2023
The tour guide taking us on the "scenic route" to provide not just the ride but an education as well. Great Job!
A Half Day In Windsor Castle
Delores_L, Oct 2023
Loved Windsor! I felt the half day tour with optional lunch was overpriced. I spoke with people on the tour who paid 100 pounds less than we did. The lunch was delicious at the Jugged hair. But not worth 100 pounds!
Great experience.
David_T, Sep 2023
Great experience. Windsor was more than I had imagined. Tour operator was effecient and right on time.
Excellent tour with so much to enjoy.
Alan_V, Sep 2023
The guide was so knowledgeable and had a great personality. He provided so my history and content during the drive and walks.
Great experience
Lisa_S, Sep 2023
Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. The visit to Windsor Castle gave us enough time to actually enjoy it without being rushed. Our driver was excellent as well.
Find a different tour.
Mark_T, Sep 2023
We are seniors with some mobility problems. Toby our guide never looked to see if we were with the group as he walked to the entrance. He never checked to see if we heard any important information. He said that he would be waiting outside our coach when we returned so we would know which one it was but he didn’t. At least one couple walked past it as they were looking for him. The castle itself was very impressive and interesting.
Great tour, lousy guide
Christine_R, Sep 2023
John, the bus driver, was excellent. He was personable and he stood up and introduced himself, and you could hear him. Chris the guide was horrible. He did not speak loud enough on the ride there. He did not stand so people could see him. When we got to Windsor, he told us to rush to get in line. He got off the bus and just started walking. He did not wait, and half of the tour ended up with another guide until they got to the line. On the way, he said there were some missing, but was sure they'd find the way. The amount of time at Windsor was excellent. Some guests were confused thinking he was going to give us a tour, others didn't know the audio tour was included, and therefore didn't get one. There were two different tours on the bus. One continued to Buckingham Palace n and one which did not, but included an optional pub lunch. He was unaware of the second tour. So, take this tour to spend a glorious day at Winsor, but, if you get Chris, be prepared to be more confused than he is.
Enjoyable
Cheryl_R, Sep 2023
Our guide Richard was great! Very knowledgeable and humorous. Bus ride was good - cool and comfortable. Unfortunately no wifi though. Castle tour was good but audio guide not as well done as the Buckingham Palace tour. Doll house area was TOO dark - felt unsafe. So impressive to see St. George’s chapel, QE2’s tomb & the long walk!
Arriving early before the...
Sylvia_B, Sep 2023
Arriving early before the crowds . Tour guide Richard was knowledgeable with appropriate humour , helped make the day interesting and fun . Our only down part was after spending a great time in Windsor our lunch was provided at a restaurant close to our starting point earlier that day.unch in Windsor would have been more appropriate in time and place .
Sprint around castle
Kseniya_G, Aug 2023
Good choice if you want to run around the castle without stops to enjoy. No fast track - you’re standing in the same groups queue with the rest. Very limited time. No time to gather around castle.
Disappointed
Denise_O, Aug 2023
There were 6 of us on this tour and many things were not acceptable. The audio on the bus didn’t work so you could not hear the tour guide.
Great guide for tour. The...
gary_v, Aug 2023
Great guide for tour. The castle was amazing. The chapel was where the qeeen is buried, with prince Philip and her mom and dad.
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