- A day trip to Windsor Castle will fill your day with an abundance of photo opportunities and a fascinating lesson in medieval history.
- Windsor Castle was used as a refuge by the royal family during the Luftwaffe bombing campaigns of the Second World War and survived a fire in 1992.
- William the Conqueror first commissioned Windsor Castle in 1070 in a lush spot above the River Thames and on the outskirts of Saxon hunting land.
- To see the actual guard change you will need to be inside the castle and for this you will need to purchase a ticket. Windsor Castle Tickets.
- In recent years, Windsor Castle has become a much-talked-about royal residence, following the success of Netflix drama, The Crown.
- Aerial view of the castle. Plan of Windsor Castle. Throughout this article the letters marked in red on this plan will be used to reference locations discussed.
- We also list several deals and other ways you can save money on your Windsor Castle tickets. General Admission Ticket Prices. Adult (25+) | £30.
- Windsor Castle is the largest inhabited castle in the world and the oldest in continuous occupation.
- Windsor Castle is one of three official residences of the Crown and has been home to the Sovereign for over 900 years.
- Opt for this informative half-day tour to the historic Windsor Castle with convenient round-trip transfers from London and an audio guide.