A Historical tour of Warwick with Queen Elizabeth's Secret Lover

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

This tour from the award winning company, Top Tours Global, guides you through the pages of history with the dashing Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, for a rollicking romp through Warwick's vibrant past! Embark on a journey past the imposing walls of the Castle through the bustling streets where legends were born.

Wandering through the winding lanes, Robert Dudley himself will regale you with tales of Warwick's illustrious history, from its humble beginnings under the watchful eye of King Alfred's daughter, Æthelflæd, to its modern-day heroes.

You will be swept away by Dudley's charisma & wit as he unveils the secrets of Warwick's Tudor-era intrigue with royal court scandals & daring escapades, no stone will be left unturned in this whirlwind adventure through time.

So don your finest Tudor attire, grab your sense of humor, & get ready for a tour that's as entertaining as it is educational. With Robert Dudley as your guide, you're guaranteed an experience that's fit for royalty!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

The total duration of the tour includes the travel time

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entrance to pub or cafe

Admission to the castle we just pass by

Drinks not included in stops at cafes or pubs

What To Expect

Warwick Castle

Begin the tour by the ticket office of Warwick Castle and learn about some of its former owners

10 minutes • Admission Not Included

We will be stopping here for a quick drink and more talks on the history.

25 minutes • Admission Included

Options

A Historical tour of Warwick with Queen Elizabeth's Secret Lover

Reviews

5.00

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A thoroughly enjoyable and informative trip with our beautiful home Town of Warwick!
Mike D,
Oct 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very informative tour around our home town with Ed giving us some great history of his Character Robert Dudley and the then owner of the Castle. He also managed to explain quite complicated historical events surrounding the Lancaster and York houses (The war of the Roses).
Excellent and fascinating tour
chrishZ3390UD,
Aug 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We took our grandchildren aged 8 and 10 on this tour. Although we live locally, we really enjoyed the tour and discovered something new about the city. The grandchildren enjoyed building on their knowledge from school history lessons and Ed was excellent at engaging them. Would recommend
Fun tour!
Fiona B,
Aug 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was dressed as lord Robert Dudley and he played the part to perfection. He was very funny and informative, explaining historical facts in an easy to understand manner. I would highly recommend this tour.
Great tour
amK8762CQ,
Jun 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great guide. insightful and funny. Very well researched and presented. Guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. Nice to see someone passionate about what they do.
Warwick is romantic
C652JJjeang,
Jun 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I went on this tour recently with my boyfriend as we heard Warwick was a romantic town, and now even more romantic after hearing about the scandalous affairs between Robert Dudley and Elizabeth I
A great time in Warwick
R2309DRveronicac,
Jun 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an incredible time seeing Warwick. The guide was very informative and I was especially interested in the war of the roses. Robert Dudley was a great guide and Edward played the role really well. The wether was great and it was really great to see the places on the tour. Definitely worth doing after seeing the castle!
Wish I was Elizabeth 😉
Excursion15821826746,
Jun 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
So I was in the area and looking for the best way to venture the town of Warwick I fancy myself as a bit of an explorer, my heroes growing up were Christopher Columbus, Alexander the Great and Indiana Jones. However I have a new hero and he goes by the name of Robert Dudley played beautifully by our tour guide Edward, who I must say is rather dashing, during the tour he tapped me on the shoulder, I haven’t washed since, but anyways I have conquered Warwick, Birmingham is next where I look forward to the infamous Peaky Blinder, one can only hope it’s as enchanting, oh my I cannot wait.
A fantastic interactive way to learn
212malikah,
Jun 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great day out with family learning about the past and being there to see the views was a great part. The tour guide was both enthusiastic and entertaining making the tour interactive and a good experience would recommend as a great day out!
Great tour Great Concept
jawarah2024,
Jun 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I went on this tour with my sister who loves historic cities ,and it was great especially the way the tour guide was all dressed up it reminded me of horrible histories.
A not to be missed tour. Fun and informative. Ed was a great guide in character as Robert Dudley.
barbarahM2378TN,
Jun 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing way to learn more about the history of Warwick. You are transported back in history in such an enjoyable way. Ed is an ideal guide. So entertaining and knowledgeable. He entertains in character as Robert Dudley so makes the tour unforgettable and great fun. Everyone enjoys the experience and I would recommend this tour without hesitation. Personally I would say book up for the tour. You will not be disappointed.