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I like that the tour is self-guided. It's easy.to follow the walk using the complimentary headphones and instructional phone type apparatus. You could stay in each room as long as you cared to and many rooms had benches or chairs where you could take a break. No pix allowed inside, which was sad.
I had no idea just how old this castle is! Built in 1070! How in the world did they build this massive grounds way back then? I loved all of the historical memorabilia. From guns, shields, armor, horses, artifacts, and the doll houses. Of course down at the bottom of the hill by the church you can get your pic with a beefeater. The church was pretty cool. I got to see Queen Elizabeth's tomb amongst many other dead Kings/Queens and other famous Londoners. There's a cute town surrounding the area. We walked over to a spot called The George for lunch.
Of all the palaces we visited while we were in London, I think Windsor was the most impressive because of its sheer size and the fact that it looks the way you expect a castle to look with its notched battlements. Fortunately, you can take pictures outside, which is impressive in itself. Unfortunately, we're forbidden from taking photos inside, but I can understand why since it's so beautiful inside and so crowded. If everyone stopped to take pictures every few minutes, no one would get anywhere. I like how the inside tour flows in one direction, so you see everything and can't get lost, but even then I still lost my mentally disabled sister. It was so crowded, she refused to let me hold onto her, and we prefer to look at things at different paces. Since the flow is one way, I distinctly remember a man saying "She's going the wrong way" and me saying "I'm looking for someone." I ended up telling one of the docents what happened and I'm so grateful to Lizzy who went out of her way to get me through the ropes and go through the rooms one by one until I found my sister. Another incident that bothered me while I was there was during the changing of the guards. Unlike the one at Buckingham Palace, here the guards aren't stuck behind the gates, especially for the captain's inspection. As such, you can get a better unobstructed view, but of course it's still crowded. Anyway, my sister made here way through the crowd to get to the front and a lady shouted "She stomped on my foot!" and I said "I'm sorry, she's mentally disabled" and the woman was like "Well, she can't be that disabled if she can get all the way down there!" Just awful! And on the way out, one of the guards yelled at us because god forbid we take a photo when we're already outside and leaving. Aren't there any more kind, compassionate, understanding people in this world? That's why I will always remember Lizzy, because she was actually nice to us. So if it weren't for a few bad people and incidents, the place itself is amazing and so was at least one of its staff members. If you're going take a day trip out of London, I would recommend this one.
Oldest inhabited castle in the world. I have been to 4-5 castles on my UK trip, but it has been my favorite by a mile... Home to more than 40 British monarchs and in use since the 11th century, Windsor Castle is a spectacular day trip from London. Visitors can wander the elaborate state rooms, observe the famous Changing the Guard, and admire the many artworks and collectibles on display. Should time allow, take a stroll along the Long Walk: a nearly 3-mile-long tree-lined road that is part of the castle's park. The history here is astounding for those of us from the Antipodes or America. The castle was built nearly 1000 years ago in the 11th century after the Norman invasion and is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world. There was a line to enter to see Queen Mary's Doll house- It was built by the leading architect Sir Edwin Lutyens for the little princess Mary in the early 1920s, and is the largest and most intricate in the world. (There is another amazing doll house in the world. Castle also has St George's Chapel- This is where Queen Elizabeth II will be buried, in the King George VI Memorial Chapel at St George's Chapel. This is also where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married in May 2018. It is the home of the Order of the Garter (established in 1348 as an order of chivalry founded by Edward III and dedicated to the image of St. George, the patron saint of England). You can't take any photos inside Windsor Castle (and they have staff watching you in every room), but I used this chance to ask many questions to the same staff. They are also incredibly knowledgeable, and often they're historians in their own right. I covered the castle as part of a day tour... but you can reach the castle via the South Western Railway and get off at the Windsor & Eton Riverside stop.
The expectations placed upon members of the British Royal Family seem nearly unachievable to me and the cast members in this regal theatrical ensemble must continuously remain "in character." While on the one hand revered and cherished, the other hand appears at the ready to dispense punishing ridicule each time a ravenous national media publicizes a royal indiscretion. During my lifetime I can recall no individual who has portrayed her "royal persona" with greater fidelity than Queen Elizabeth II, and I credit her for creating an interest within me to visit Windsor Castle. Sadly, she accomplished this when I watched on television as she arrived here to be laid to rest in 2022. If you fancy a visit to this jewel within the royal collection, you'll find that the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world is actually set within a quaint community just 90 minutes outside of London. The construction of St. George's Chapel was completed in 1528 by a "Henry", so you know it's good! As you wander through the choir be sure to look above the stalls for the helmets, crests, and banners of the current Knights and Ladies of the Garter. As we climbed the Grand Staircase while entering the Royal Apartments, I couldn't help but wonder what domestic and foreign dignitaries had done the same. My favorite room was the Waterloo Chamber. Designed to facilitate meetings of a serious nature, I counted 60 seats around a very long table. I couldn't help but imagine a monarch scheduling a meeting, having everyone seated and waiting for about 10 minutes, and then making a grand entrance by entering through the double doors at the head of the table. Talk about your home field advantage! Don't be surprised to find a line to view the dollhouse and that's because the details of each item seem impossibly accurate and it features running water, electricity, a functioning phonograph, a shotgun that can be loaded with shells, and books written by famous authors (some of them handwritten)! And that's...Henry's Take. #windsorcastle
I finally was able to check London of my bucket list! Windsor Castle is stunning! I was sad that we were not allowed to take pictures inside, but I was in an awe with all the beautiful things inside. I was happy to at least be allowed inside though! The long was so long to get inside but it moved fast and since I had been looking forward to it, I didn't mind the wait! I was disappointed that because of the long wait we missed the changing of the guards, but I was able to still get a small glimpse of it before it was over. This is on of the things that you must do while visiting London!
Totally worth a visit but be ready for lines, even if you book your ticket in advance. The visit of the apartments takes under two hours with an audiobook and is very interesting, there is a lot more to discover than I expected. Make sure you don't miss the Dollhouse, a separate entry (meaning another line!). It's worth the wait! You may want to start your visit with St George's Chapel as they tend to close early afternoon (checkout the website). See Yelp's review specific to the chapel. Plan plenty of time since you'll have to go through multiple lines (starting with security) but you can take a break at the café inside the Castle. Prices are reasonable, they offer various sandwiches, drinks and pastries, in a historic setting!
Definitely a castle worth seeing. Not my favorite in London so far but definitely a must see. This is the place where you see "Status" and what it looked like back then. Move over Warren Buffet and Elon Musk. The people that lived here make the Kardashians look like welfare cases. You can see the power and status of the Monarchy all the way from the beginning to today. The rooms and the contents inside are amazing. Imagine every room you walk into a house today that has nothing but exclusive stuff that less than 1% of the population has. As a Christian I really enjoyed King Georges Chapel. Many monarchs and important people are buried here, including the infamous Henry VIII as well as Master John Schorn. PROS: You get to see pretty much everything. The rooms where the kings and queens slept, the exquisite paintings OMG SUCH AMAZING PORTRAITS, treasures that were gifts from other countries, etc. CONS: Too many lines. Line to get tickets, lines to get through security, lines to get into the apartments, line to get into Queen Victoria's dollhouse, omg. Too many dang lines. Also You CANNOT take pictures of anything. Sucks. Not sure why but I they don't allow it. So not much to post here as far as photos go but cool tour. Definitely recommend!
I had to make the decision to take a tour versus taking the train there and doing everything on my own. I am so glad I chose taking a train. It is super easy to get there from London and it is a short walk from the train station. I used my London pass, so I had to wait till 1 PM to go in. I felt like that was a perfect time since all the tour groups were gone by then. Getting in was easy. There was no line. you do get an audio guide. It's kind of bulky since it has the old style head phones. The castle grounds are big. There's plenty to see. Expect to be there around two hours. The chapel is beautiful. No pictures allowed in there. You can see a mini changing of the guard as well. The castle is still inhabited and it is nice seeing the people that live there going on about their day like normal. I love their gift shop. I think I just love gift shops in general. There's a lot of cute little things that you can buy. I would definitely say this is a must see if you're in the area.
It seems a little silly to recommend a historical castle, because yeah obviously you should visit a site of great historical significance. It's only about a half hour train ride from London. And once you arrive at the train station, if you don't know which way to go, just spin in a circle until you see a giant castle on a hill and walk that way. I bought tickets and advance but it didn't seem to save any time in line. I would strongly recommend going any day but Sunday (like I did) because St. George's chapel is a functioning chapel and is only open for service, which was disappointing but understandable to me, a visitor. There was a line to see Queen Mary's Doll House and then the castle and one to skip the Doll House and just go in. I just went in and afterwards since we had time, looked at the Doll House. It is cool to see a detailed estate at a small scale, but at the end of the day, the wait in line really wasn't worth it. The rooms are so nice and grand and luxurious, I loved hearing the multimedia tour describe the lives of Charles II and his wife and about the objects in each room. The castle is much older, but these rooms were preserved in the peak of royal decadence and are beautiful to behold. I just wish they allowed picture taking inside, but alas it was forbidden. There's a lot of history here and it was an exciting and fun place to visit. Be prepared for a lot of walking. This is a giant fortress castle to get around.
This 1,000+ year old castle is full of British history. The magnificence in its sprawling setting is not lost to the casual observer when one thinks about its Royal occupants since the time of the Norman invasion when this was then constructed as a fortress to protect the Norman presence around London. The rooms are magnificent. The grounds are perfect. And it would be a chore to really take it ALL in within a day. So much to see, to absorb. The entirety of the palace fortress is contained in about 13 acres with other town streets and buildings now surrounding it. Yes, it cost some cash to get in but, hey, I love walking through history. read more
15 years ago
After a grueling 11-hour flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport, I needed a nice break to stretch my legs and start exploring!! I was so ecstatic that I completely forgot about my jetlag. The Windsor Castle was my first stop. I took a bus from my hotel to the train station (I don't remember which train or bus I took...), but it dropped me off right in the Windsor Royal Station. There were so many little gift shops, restaurants, and cafes here. It totally felt like I was zapped back into the Medieval Times - it's always fun to walk around on cobblestone streets. After a short walk, you finally arrive at the gates of The Windsor Castle. This is one of the largest castles in the world that is still occupied to this day. Queen Elizabeth II treats this place as her weekend retreat, and it still plays an important roll for state banquets and ceremonies. You can tell if the Queen is "in the house" if her flag is up :) Unfortunately, I arrived at the castle a little too late for the guided tour. (Darn those cute little shops!) However, walking around the outside and in the surrounding neighborhood was a great treat in and of itself. I will definitely have to stop by again to get a more thorough experience. read more
This was so awesome... I have always wanted to see Windsor Castle and I was not disappointed. Supposedly, the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh do go there most weekends. And, Princess Eugenie was married here shortly after we visited. And of course, Prince Harry and Megan were married here too... so cool! read more
I Love Windsor Castle! Such a beautiful and clean area. The long walk just outside the castle is a perfect spot to take a picnic or enjoy a stroll with friends. There are a lot of trees so the walk provides shade on warm days too. read more
Gorgeous castle! And those soldiers really WILL NOT CRACK A SMILE! LOL! I actually got a Viator.Com tour that included, Windsor Castle, Baths and Stonehenge. Great deal for like $123, with driver and tour guide out of London. You could conceivably rent a car and just do it on your own, but if you're spending only a couple of days in London as I did, and want to see a lot in 1 day to maximize your time there, a tour is the way to go. The Doll House part of the tour had a lot of detail, but not as thrilling as the inside of the castle. I uploaded a few pics. :-) read more
11 years ago
Home of Queen Elizabeth II. We did a day trip here when we were visiting London in June. I would suggest arriving early to avoid long long line up. Even when arriving early (when the castle first opens) there's a long line up (it moves fast). Going through security takes some time as well. It was well worth the trip. This place was full of history. There was a long line up to check out queen Mary's dollhouse. You're not allowed to take pics of the dollhouse. It's fully functional miniature dollhouse. read more
10 years ago
Entry to Windsor castle is not from st Albans st (that's for the coaches) but from the top of the hill. Gates open at 9.45am and you queue to buy your tickets (get there at least 15 minutes early or get stuck in a massive queue). Adult tickets cost £20 and for an additional £5 you can get a tour of the state kitchen. The £20 gets you a tour of the state apartments, dolls' house, chapel, and guards room. It is an audio guided tour. It took me and my friends over an hour to complete the state apartments tour with d audio guide (I even skipped a few audios). I was mesmerized by the lifelike paintings (the artists have captured human expressions like disgust, arrogance with great attention to detail), the delicate China cutlery, the numerous swords and guns in the glass display cabinets and adorning the walls, the shining armour, the gorgeous artwork on the ceilings, and the sterling silver (or gilt-silver as they call it) tableware. It is astounding to learn that Windsor castle is still used for entertaining. Knights are still adorned here in the garter ceremony. And queen Elizabeth is the longest reigning British monarch. It was interesting to learn more about the history of the batrle of Waterloo and to see some of Napoleon's personal effects. Definitely one of the best royal castles I've been to to date and I've been to the summer and winter palaces in Vienna, the palace in Budapest and the ones in krakow and Prague. The tour of the state kitchen is certainly worth it. You get to see the state kitchen with old copper pots and pans hanging off hooks (not used anymore as copper is poisonous), large bakers ovens, deep fryers, and other modern industrial kitchen gadgets. Previously meals were 40 to 50 courses and now have been reduced to 4 courses. Queen Victoria liked to eat late at around 9pm with the windows open and ate quite quickly. So guests were lucky if they got served and managed to finish their meal before their plates were cleared for the next meal. Christmas meals were still served at Windsor castle until the 1980s. The queen currently has 33 kitchen staff (20 chefs, 10 porters and 3 pastry chefs). There is no refrigeration in the kitchen and as such all meat and veggies (all local produce and mainly from the state gardens) is brought in and consumed on the day of the banquet. The banquet requires six months of planning and feeds over 300 people. The menu is decided upon by the queen itself. read more
I couldn't care less whether "Her Majesty" is there or not... but I love the castles themselves, and Windsor is a great example. The sheer grandeur and elegance of it is almost overwhelming. And for £15/adult it wasn't too bad (not of much use to tourists, but if you get your form stamped, it's unlimited visits for one year). I loved the exterior architecture, especially the medieval and Gothic aspects of the compound. The interior was overboard on the ostentatiousness, but by far my favorite rooms were the ones that displayed the hundreds of weapons. Also cool was the hall with all the Coats of Arms for the knights (including the blank shields for knights who were booted out). Overall, the State Apartments were very impressive. Of course, NO photography is allowed inside at all! I'm with Amy Z., I observed the rule because I didn't want the Guards to hold me down while the Queen comes out and beats me with her staff. The Queen's Dollhouse was overrated and not worth any wait, but I can see why young children and their creepy molesters might like it. If you're lucky enough, you can catch the Changing of the Guard and a service at St. George's Chapel (which is closed to the public on Sundays). Well worth the trip out the Windsor overall (quaint town to go along with the castle) and pretty easily accessible from Heathrow should you have a long layover. I got my form stamped and hopefully I'll be back within a year of today! (I'm confused why a good review ends up with 3 stars... tough audience!) read more
10 years ago
One of my favorite spots I visited while studying abroad. As a tourist, this place was absolutely fascinating to me. This was, unfortunately, the only castle I got to explore on my trip abroad. I had hesitated about going here - I would be travelling by myself - but I am so glad I took the risk and went. The train ride from Paddington Station was fairly easy, and I think it took me about 30 minutes to get here. As soon as you get out of the train station, BAM, the castle is right in front of you. I grabbed a sandwich and ate it on a bench outside the castle before going inside. It was a little pricey to get in, but the cashier was nice enough to give me a student discount even though I didn't have my ID on me. You go through an airport security type setup before you finally get into the actual grounds. Then, you can pick up an audio guide and start your own tour. I am super glad I grabbed the audio guide, because it really helped me understand more about what the castle was and it's importance. I also waited in line to see the Doll Houses and the Apartments. A lot of people skipped the Doll House line to get into the Apartments, and while they were *cool* if you're on a time crunch I recommend just skipping the Doll Houses and going into the Apartments. The Apartments are waaaay cooler and should be explored in depth. The Doll House is cool to see, though. Overall, I am so glad I visited Windsor Castle. It was so cool to see a place where so much history took place. I also visited St. George's Cathedral, and that experience was breathtaking as well. I definitely recommend going and seeing Windsor Castle, and if you can go early during the week to avoid the crowds. I went when it was slightly crowded, but I wish I had gone earlier. read more
18 years ago
Windsor Castle was a real disappointment. What a lot of money - 15 pounds entry - to walk around the castle and not be able to take photos inside. Is it not the people's castle? The audio tour is droll and unimaginative, the half an hour line-up for entry to the castle and then again to see the doll's house was just ridiculous, being a Sunday St George's chapel was closed for services, and yes, I went on bank holiday weekend like every other person trying to escape London on an easy day out. The 8.10 cheap day return ticket from Paddington was good value, and we even got lunch for under 10 pounds (outside the castle). The rude counter girl refused to take my cousin's student card because it had no expiry date, because my cousin is doing an online course where there is no time limit, but this girl was very rude. And just remember to remove all dangerous objects from you bags girls, because there is security and scanners at the entrance. I agree it is a nice place to see, rich with culture and history, grand rooms filled with objects and paintings. We got to see the current special exhibition in the state rooms of the Royal Weddings, and the doll house was a magnificent sight. But the part we enjoyed most was sitting in the park next to the station eating ice creams in the afternoon sun and gazing up at the grand palace. And that only cost us a pound each. read more
12 years ago
I took 2 trains to get here & it was totally worth it! You can see the castle from the train station so you can't possibly get list. Absolutely gorgeous! All the reviews are right about the doll house... It's a must see! The audio tour is fantastic! I spent an entire after here & the chapel which didn't give me much time to spend in the actual town which was adorable. If you can plan better or have more time, there's a duck boat tour & bus tour & I didn't have time to take either. You can easily spend an entire day in Windsor (& there's a Starbucks across from the castle) read more
Four key things to check out while you're here: - Queen Mary's Dolls' House - A 1:12 scale house of how a royal family would have lived at the time, it is incredibly detailed - the books in the library are miniatures written specially by authors, items in the house are miniature scales of many brands of the time. - State Apartments - after the doll house you can follow the path directly into the State Apartments - a bunch of different rooms showcasing a portion of the royal collection of artwork, furniture, and artifacts. Walk through the King's and Queen's rooms, reception halls, and many other chambers while admiring the various pieces of art, furniture, and the design of the rooms themselves. There's something to see on all four walls, the floors, and the ceilings for most of these rooms. - Changing of the guard - also happens at Buckingham Palace if you are in London, but it occurs here as well. If you are pressed for time at the castle (like we were, as we were part of a tour), then skip this and check it out while you're in London. - St. George's Chapel - lots of kings and queens buried here, lots of cool architectural features to check out as well. No photos inside any of the buildings, but feel free to take pictures while you're walking around the grounds. read more
10 years ago
p* Windsor Castle The royal residence; queen is present when banner is raised Bought tickets online; concessions for seniors and students Very picturesque State apartments are lovely, but can't take photos. So many different rooms. There is a changing of the guards (they carry automatic weapons) read more
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My first tip, is get your ticket in advance. Extremely long queue, plus you will queue up anyway, in another line for security check We were able to by pass the long queue, and walk right in. Talked to some people, who waited 2 hours, to just get in the front gate. Seems like we walked quite a while, before we could actually get inside. Finally came to a long queue, it was timed, allowing small groups to proceed in one at a time. Once we were allowed in, and OH Joy . . .dollhouses. Her Ladyship loved this area, there were plenty of dollhouses of varying detail. I did think the cars that accompanied them were pretty cool, and I had been forced to watch part of a documentary, about how they were made, so I did appreciate, the amount of time and work that went into creating them. Rest of the tour, seeing the amazing rooms these people live in, I can't imagine. Plan a day of it, I was amazed at how huge Windsor Castle is, we couldn't see everything. I was a bit miffed, that the Queen was out, I was so planning on being knighted, Do you think she was avoiding me? read more
7 years ago
As a St George College Fellow Of Windsor Castle, I feel blessings upon blessings. The first night, Sunday, we attended Evensong and it was beautiful. read more
13 years ago
Windsor Castle is quite peculiar in that it is an active home of the sovereign, and yet offers tours. That's cool. That's also mostly in response to paying for renovations after the fires 20 years ago, but it's great that they keep it up now. The Queen could've opted to end the touristing. But it's a good income and a good way to show the history of the monarchy as well. So, all-in-all, fab. Windsor is old and full of interesting history. The former moats are gorgeous gardens, Queen Mary's doll house is a perennial fave, and watching the guards is a tourist classic. The State Apartments are lovely and seeing the different styles of decor in different areas really makes you think about the number of monarchs who have walked the halls of this place. St. George's chapel is itself quite fascinating and worth a good wander. Visiting Windsor on a sunny day is a great & easy day trip from London. Your ticket also allows you to return within the year, so if you don't manage to see it all in one day (or just want some more time to wander), it's easy to return. read more
10 years ago
Windsor Castle is a must for all tourists! So much history and still a functioning Castle. I pre booked my ticket online so skipped the queue. I was lucky it was not a busy day so went straight though security and after collecting my audio guide (included in ticket) was wandering the castle grounds. I was excited to learnt that Her Majesty was in residence as signed by her flag flying. Audio guide was easy to use and informative, felt like I had my own personal tour guide. There was some construction being done around the grounds but this did not disrupt or impact the experience. Was disappointed that they don't sell stamps at the many gift shops even though here are numerous post boxes around. Love the tradition and history of the building. Remember to get to ticket stamped for free re entry for a year. read more
Windsor was probably my favorite castle that we visited on our 3 week U.K. trip (and we saw a LOT of castles/palaces). A few tips: pre-purchase your tickets (you can print them at home or pick them up there) to save time, even if you're going on a weekday. As of July it was 20 pounds per person which is a little pricier than most castles, but it includes an audio guide which makes everything a lot more interesting and is really well done. Plan on at least 3 hours-it seems like a lot of time compared to other places, but you'll need it. There is no food for sale (other than small ice cream cups) so plan on eating before or after your visit. I liked being somewhere that is still in use, especially seeing places like the great hall and cathedral. The only thing we didn't see was the Dolls' House because the line was so long. We weren't really familiar with the history, so we weren't too disappointed. The town of Windsor is really charming and a nice change of pace if you've spent most of your time in London proper; you can also quickly and easily walk to Eton which is another lovely place to spend some time and make a full day of it. We spent the last day of our trip here and it was definitely time well-spent; a lovely way to end our vacation! read more
10 years ago
Windsor Castle was magnificent. So much beauty, History, Artwork and craftsmanship out in the middle of the English countryside. A thousand years of Western Civilization preserved for anyone in the World to see. It's unfortunate that you can't take pictures inside but it's necessary to preserve all of the Paintings and and treasures of the interior. We are part of a tour so we had limited time to explore and shop but it's a must see. read more
I came here after the Tower of London. Compared to that place this was a little underwhelming but still a nice visit. The Tower lets you explore a lot whereas you are more restricted here. We only spent a couple hours because it was pretty much just the State Rooms and walking the grounds. But Windsor does have amazing ice cream! Unfortunately that's about it for food so plan to hit the town before or after. We wanted to the tower tour but skipped it due to poor weather. The reason for the low review is because they need to organize getting in better. It took us almost 2 hours of waiting in line to finally get in the castle. As we approached the castle from the train station, there were multiple long lines down the street. But if you asked the workers where to go they'd give you different answers and you'd shuffle to different lines wasting time. Why was there no signage? Finally we made it to the line for people needing tickets. But it moved incredibly slow as we learned once we got near the ticket booth that they only had a couple registers open for hundreds of guests. Not what you'd expect for a Sunday in tourist season. Once we got inside the grounds were empty and the State Rooms had no wait so that was nice at least. I'm glad I saw it but next time I would visit a non-operational castle instead with more access. read more
9 years ago
You cant miss Windsor Castle if taking a trip to London. I visited on a Monday in June. We went to Hampton Court in the morning via Waterloo train and took an uber from Hampton Court to Windsor. The uber took almost 40 minutes and cost somewhere in the 40£ range. We used our London Pass to take the train from Windsor station back to London for free. My London Pass DID NOT include oyster card and I was still able to ride the train for free by simply going to the ticket booth and showing my London Pass. He just waived us in. I had a lot of trouble finding solid information on all of this, so decided to add it to my review. I did a lot of research before making this trip. The consensus from locals was that the 2 castles should not be combined in one day...but I'm glad to say it worked out very well for me. I chose to go to Hampton Court first because Windsor is the busier of the two and is particularly busy in the first half of the day when the tour buses arrive. We arrived at Windsor around 2pm. There were no lines, we just walked in. I am so glad I went to Hampton Court before Windsor because Hampton Court pales in comparison to Windsor in my opinion. Theres more to tour at Hampton, but Windsor's state apartments are just grand! I've been to 4 castles in London and 5 French chateaux (including Versailles) and Windsor is my favorite. Pictures dont do it justice. This is a must see. St. George's is wonderful with its beautiful Anglican Choir and filled with tombs of the British monarchs. Dont miss the beautiful memorial to Princess Charlotte (Queen Victoria's cousin). So much history in those walls. Things I've read about in biographies and history books come to life! The Castle doesnt take that long to tour. We were out by 4pm and strolled down to the view the castle from the Long Walk. Make sure to walk towards the river. Windsor and Eton (across the Thames) are cute towns and worth exploring. If the Queen's Standard is flying it means she's home, if the Union Jack is flying, she's not. I can certainly see why Windsor is her favorite home. read more
8 years ago
Beautiful church with great history of the Nights of the Garter. Incredible global history of the British monarchs throughout the state rooms...and you may run into the queen. Great shopping and dining for tourists neat by in the village of Windsor. read more
An incredible Castle built by vast wealth. Wait times kinda long. Expect to stay a whole day here to do everything. Unfortunately only spent a short time here so it wasn't fully worth it for me. The City of Windsor has incredible charm, could probably spend a whole day exploring Windsor as well. read more
10 years ago
Awesome Castle and tour. Way better than Dover, Leeds, the Tower of London, and other Castles I have visited. Amazing history, great displays and the Queen actually lives there. read more
8 years ago
If you want to see a wonderful changing of the guards, don't waste your time at the overrun Buckingham Palace where you are so far away from the action. At Windsor it is intimate and right in front of you close enough to touch. And those who like marching bands, they do not disappoint. Check their official schedule as the changing of the guards only happens a couple times a week. We saw it on a Friday. The rest of the castle is beautiful and well worth the day trip out to Windsor. read more
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