Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London, with Oxford

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Overview

Available languages

English

10 hours

Mobile ticket

See top filming locations from the award-winning ‘Downton Abbey’ television series on a full-day tour from London! After touring Oxford, enjoy a walking tour around Bampton Village, the setting used for filming outdoor scenes in the show. Then, head to Highclere Castle in Hampshire, home of the real Downton Abbey, for a tour. Offering a real insight into Edwardian England, the tour gives you all the insider gossip about popular characters from the much-loved period drama as well as stories of the real family who have owned the castle since its 17th-century heyday. This tour has limited availability and sells out fast, so book now to avoid disappointment!

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.

On September 7, the tour includes entry to Highclere Castle's 'A Weekend to Remember' event, commemorating World War II and exploring life at the castle between 1939 and 1945. Visitors can enjoy castle tours, vintage music, swing dancing, vintage car displays, and more. Please note that a copy of the autobiography is not included for this date.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Walking Tour of Oxford

Visit to the Village of Bampton

A copy of Lady Carnarvon's autobiography

Transportation by Air-Conditioned Coach

Entry to Highclere Castle

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Victoria Coach Station
Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 9TP, UK
Located approximately 7 minute walk from Victoria Underground and Railway station. Tour departs inside the building at Gate 19 at 8:15am (Boarding starts at 8:00am).

What To Expect

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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

Options

Downton Abbey and Oxford Tour

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

Reviews

4.64

692 reviews

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  • Short and sweet

    Mariana P,

    Aug 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Quick all in one tour. The time in Oxford goes super fast. You have tops 2 hrs total there. The stop in Bampton is really quite boring and you have to buy your picnic lunch in Oxford to eat there because there’s nowhere to buy there and then you have to eat at a random bench. Highclere castle is great. They have an Egyptian collection that you can see for an extra ticket if you’re interested. The tour guide and driver were good.

  • The Full Downton Abbey Experience

    Joseph H,

    Aug 8, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It is a lot of time on the bus, but you get the full Downton Abbey experience, and we very much enjoyed our time in Oxford.

  • Great day out to see the...

    Debbie W,

    Aug 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great day out to see the beautiful Oxford, Bampton and the highlight, Highclere Castle. Excellent guide

  • Downton Abbey great tour!

    Guy D,

    Jul 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Had a wonderful tour all the stops were great and the guide was very enjoyable and Carlos the bus driver held out on the tour also.

  • Day trip

    Oleg F,

    Jul 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great tour. We couldn't find any tickets by ourselves - everything was sold out in two-three month, but with this tour we could not only visit the Abbey, but to see Oxford (with some free time there). + Very active guide who made the quoted from the film (but even not for fans would be clear). Would definitely recommend 🤠

From GBP 149

4.64
692 reviews