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Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London, with Oxford

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Overview

Available languages

English

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the iconic filming locations of the award-winning Downton Abbey television series on this full-day tour from London. Following the release of Downton Abbey 3: The Grand Finale, immerse yourself in the magic of the show by visiting the real-life places that brought the story to life.

Begin with a guided tour of historic Oxford, often called the “City of Dreaming Spires,” and home to one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Your next stop is Bampton (Downton Village), a picturesque village in the Cotswolds and the charming setting for many of the show’s outdoor scenes. Finally, visit Highclere, the magnificent home of the real Downton Abbey. Discover fascinating insights into Edwardian England, hear behind-the-scenes stories about your favorite characters, and learn about the real family who have owned the castle since the 17th century. This popular tour has limited availability and often sells out quickly, Book now to secure your place!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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 itinerary is subject to change. The visit to Bampton cannot be guaranteed in case of events taking place in the village. In this case extra time will be spent in Oxford.

The tour operates between April and early September, 3–4 days per week. There is no tour in June due to Highclere Castle being closed.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

1

Oxford

Discover the timeless beauty of Oxford on a guided walking tour through this historic city, home to world-renowned universities since 1196. Stroll through picturesque streets beneath the city’s iconic ‘dreaming spires,’ explore renowned colleges, and learn about the scholars who shaped history, from Tolkien to Einstein.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

University of Oxford

Learn about Oxford’s centuries-long legacy of academic excellence, where notable figures like Stephen Hawking, Oscar Wilde, and Margaret Thatcher studied. Wander through the Bodleian Library and the Radcliffe Camera, both treasures of knowledge and history.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Entry to Highclere Castle

Walking Tour of Oxford

Visit to the Village of Bampton

A copy of Lady Carnarvon's autobiography

Transportation by Air-Conditioned Coach

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

Downton Abbey and Oxford Tour

Downton Abbey and Oxford Tour from London Including entrance to Highclere Castle

Reviews

4.64

751 reviews

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  • The highlight of the England trip

    marcusp781,Apr 20, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Guide Eva was entertaining and well versed in Downton Abbey, a clear 10/10. A big plus that it was clearly explained what you could expect to see in the castle and surrounding area as well as Bampton Village and what had been filmed elsewhere, so you were not disappointed when you then walked around.

  • Great adventure!!

    daviddU4652XH,Apr 19, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Had a great time with Eva as our guide and Riccardo as our driver. Very informative and fun!

  • Fantastic Downton Abbey Tour

    Karen,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Fantastic tour! Frank was an excellent guide and provided us with lots of interesting information. His knowledge of history, stories, along with fun Downton trivia made this a standout experience!

  • A perfect Downton Abbey day trip!

    alorena1,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This day trip was absolutely brilliant! Frank and Carlos, our tour guide and driver, were both delightful and a pleasure to spend the day with. The boarding location was easy to find, and the coach was comfortable throughout. We got to visit Oxford, Bampton, and the stunning Highclere Castle, ticking off all the iconic Downton Abbey filming locations along the way. Frank's little bits of trivia and commentary sprinkled throughout the trip were a highlight. He made sure we didn't miss a single spot. Highly recommend to any Downton fan. Big obrigado from the Lisboners!

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  • Fun tour if you loved Downton Abbey

    denisewB3935QE,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Frank was our guide. He was great, he is very knowledge of our tour. Had some great food suggestions too.

  • Highclere was great!

    jeffdK1091TB,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    Frank was a great guide. He was informative, humorous, and offered fun trivia. We would liked to have a bit more time at Oxford, but otherwise this tour offered a great experience at Highclere Castle.

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  • Ideal tour for the Downton Abbey fans

    Q1855GNthomasc,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Marvellous visit, very well organized and animated ! While Carlos drove us perfectly to the main stops of interest, Franck gave us plenty of fun facts all along the journey. Oxford is architecturally gorgeous and more time at this stop would be appreciated. Ideal tour for the Downton Abbey fans !

  • The best experience

    Elaine C,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Frank was the best guide we had during our entire trip to England. He was entertaining and informative. He mixed humor with instructions very effectively.

  • Excellent day tour

    Discover45051928098,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Good value for money, an excellent and lovely day trip. We found it very convenient and it allowed us to visit many wonderful places in one day which would have been difficult to accomplish with public transport. Our guide Frank was excellent in guiding us and explaining all the interesting details of the places we visited. He was also very witty and funny. Our driver Carlos was excellent too.

  • Worth it

    Paul S,Apr 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Worth every penny, Frank and Carlos did a wonderful job. This was the highlight of our trip.

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