Downton Abbey Village, Blenheim Palace and Cotswolds Day Trip from London

Overview

Available languages

German

Korean

Chinese

Japanese

English

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the resplendent English county of Oxfordshire, an area renowned for its rolling green hills, spectacular stately homes and quintessentially English market towns. See beautiful Blenheim Palace, where Sir Winston Churchill was born and raised, plus visit some iconic filming locations from the popular BBC TV series 'Downton Abbey'.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

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

Please Note: this tour does not visit Highclere Castle

For a wheelchair user : Please inform us in advance if you intend to bring wheelchair.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Guided Tour of Bampton

Superior Coach with Wi-Fi and USB Charging

Visit Bourton-on-the-Water

Professional guide

Personal Audio Headset

Panoramic drive through the Cotswolds

Entry to Blenheim Palace & Gardens (if option selected)

Optional gratuities

Food and beverages

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace This awe-inspiring stately home, the current private residence of the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, is perhaps best-known as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Admire the stunning details behind the portraits, tapestry and furniture in the lavishly decorated State Rooms, which includes ornate furniture by Boulle, Savonniere carpet and the iconic 'Victories' series of tapestries celebrating the Duke's victory over the French armies of 'The Sun King', Louis XIV, at the Battle of Blenheim. Enjoy a stroll through the beautifully landscaped formal gardens designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown and more than 2,000 acres of parkland, or walk in the footsteps of Sir Winston Churchill. Visit his most cherished outdoor places on the grounds of Blenheim Palace, including the spot where he proposed to Clementine Hozier.

2 hours•Admission Included

Cotswolds

The Cotswolds & Bourton-on-the-Water. After a brief journey through some of the most beautiful countryside in England, we will arrive at our next destination. Straddling the River Windrush is the lovely village of Bourton-on-the-Water, also known as the 'Venice of the Costwolds'. This quintessentially English village is a must-see for all visitors to the Cotswolds. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience in a riverside café, or take a stroll down the river banks and peruse the eclectic mix of local stores offering everything from homemade ice cream to charming gifts for friends and family back home.

2 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Christmas Season- English

With Blenheim Palace Entrance

Japanese tour without entry

Excludes entry to Blenheim Palace. Japanese-speaking guide.

English with Blenheim Palace

English incl. Blenheim Palace: Tour includes entry to Blenheim Palace & Gardens. English-speaking guide.

Japanese with Blenheim Palace

Japanese incl. Blenheim Palace: Tour includes entry to Blenheim Palace and Gardens. Japanese-speaking guide.

English tour without entry

English without entry: Excludes entry to Blenheim Palace. English-speaking guide.

Christmas Season - Japanese

With Blenheim Palace ticket

Reviews

4.45

940 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

664

143

Very pleasant day trip...
Mitchel L,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very pleasant day trip out to Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace. Very knowledgeable guide James and skillful driver Michelangelo took us on a great trip there on 23rd June 2025. Recommended for anyone interested to see these two locations
Worth the Expense and Fun Experience
Zureyka H,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our tour guide James and driver Lucien were incredible. We had such a great time. We packed a lot in one day but it was worth it. First visited the Blenheim Palace and were there for about 2 hours. We got to see a lot but this place was massive. Didn’t have time to do one exhibit or go to other further away locations but had enough time to enjoy top features. Then we did Bourton on the Water and were there for an hour and 45 min. Some people complain there wasn’t enough time here but honestly I advise you to bring a light lunch with you to eat after the palace. So when you get to this location you don’t have to waste time getting food here. We had plenty of time to grab some dessert, check out some gift shops, and lounge by the River. Then the Cotswold tour is pretty quick but they guide you through the whole thing so you’re never off wandering here. It was fun seeing the Downton Abbey sites like the church, the Crawley’s home and the gorgeous homes there in the town. Keep in mind this is an actual neighborhood not a tourist spot so that’s why the tour makes sure we don’t get kicked out with unruly wandering people. Overall great experience and would recommend it to everyone especially if you’re a Downton fan. It was just a short 2-3 sites he pointed out for Downton fans but still fun to see in person.
The success of a tour is...
Ben W,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The success of a tour is mainly based on the tour guy and we had an excellent tour guy today. She was knowledgeable and described everything clearly.
Great Day Trip
Todd W,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour guide was so charming and knowledgeable. I want to be her when I grow up. The driver was polite and also engaged with the tour group. It was a long day but very informative and worth it.
Trip to Blenheim Palace...
pja,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Trip to Blenheim Palace was fabulous. Trip to Bourton on the Water was interesting. Visit to Bampton, the Downton Abbey Village, was not worth the time. Would’ve been better to spend an extra hour at Blenheim Palace.