Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London, with Oxford
Overview
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10 hours
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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
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.
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.
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
751 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It wasa dream!!
Tomas C,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour!! Ewa and Ricardo were the best! Going to Oxford and Bampton and saving the best for last! So fun to wander the castle grounds and so many perks and knowledge about the area
Great effort from the...
Charlotte P,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Great effort from the tour guide in keeping everyone entertained, but the schedule felt a bit rushed and didn’t leave much time to really enjoy each destination. Also, the book that’s included in the tour price would be better as an optional add‑on.
Eva is a great tour guide!
sjzday,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful trip hosted by our guide Eva, and driver Ricardo. We were a large tour group of 65 (double decker bus) and Eva kept us all engaged and entertained throughout the drive, stopping in Oxford, Bampton, and then onward to Highclere. And she also kept us on time! She shared a lot of facts and history with very good humor and somehow managed to interact with each of personally, even helping each of us on the long ride back with advice for the best navigation back to our hotels when we r
Oxford & Bampton and Hyghclere castle
gilberteduboisbelgac,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00On 12 April 2026, guide (zozo) and driver (Florian) We enjoyed the day, it was all extremely interesting, we learned a lot. Gilberte & Christine from Belgium.
A great day trip!
AndreaMiddleton,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was fantastic with a good amount of time at each place. Zozo and Floren were great guides and Zozo was extremely knowledgeable and kind. Had a great time on this tour!
Great tour
T8021KAaudreyf,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Our guide was really nice and gave us helpful comments 😊
Great day out!
LizDalt,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zozo was an extremely knowledgeable guide with great facts to share and had us all laughing along the way too. It was an extremely well timed trip with Florin getting us everywhere on time, with plenty of time allocated to each location. Every location was very impressive, and it was an all round great experience!
Fun, Informative, delighted to finally see Highclere Castle
jenniffero640,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day. Zozo was so knowledgeable & funny, nothing was a problem. Floran thank you so much for getting us to all our destinations safely. Would highly recommend 👌
Amazing tour!
laurenbZ762DF,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zozo and Floria were excellent. Zozo was extremely nice, very nice and super informative! 10/10 recommend him as a tour guide. Floria was a great driver and the bus was clean and we were able to take multiple stops for sightseeing, touring, snacking, and toilet breaks. Great tour!
Excellent Downton Abbey Tour!
sjdupont715,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was top-notch! Zuzu and Floren were great guides! The bus was extremely clean and comfortable. The whole day was well planned. We would definitely book another tour with them!
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