Windsor Castle Tour from London with Optional Lunch or London Eye
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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Follow the footsteps of British royalty with a tour of Windsor Castle, just over an hour’s drive from London. Your half-day trip gives you an inside look at the many areas of Windsor Castle which was the main residence of Late Queen Elizabeth II from 2011 to 2022. The visit includes St George’s Chapel and the sumptuous State Apartments. Finish back in London with a quintessential English lunch at a centrally located pub or a ride aboard the London Eye Ferris wheel (if upgrade option selected).
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
If the State Apartments are closed, you can visit Queen Mary’s Dolls' House and explore the Precincts and other highlights of Windsor Castle instead.
Lunch option - You can choose Fish and Chips or a vegetarian meal. Drinks are available at an additional cost. The pub is a 5–7 minute walk from the drop-off point (by Victoria station)
Buckingham Palace option - Audio guide provided at the palace for a self-guided experience.
What To Expect
Windsor Castle
Home to around 150 people and was the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II before her passing in 2022.
Traditional Pub Lunch (Option): Enjoy classic Fish & Chips or a vegetarian meal if this option is selected.
Options
Windsor Castle Entry Only
Tour of Windsor Castle including State Apartments and St. George's Chapel
Windsor Castle & London Eye
Tour Windsor Castle including State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, followed by a London Eye ride for panoramic views
Windsor & Buckingham Palace
Tour Windsor Castle including State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, followed by entry to Buckingham Palace (Jul - Sep)
Windsor Castle & Pub Lunch
Tour Windsor Castle including State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, followed by a traditional pub lunch in central London
What‘s Included
Entry to Windsor Castle
London Eye Standard Ticket (if option selected)
Local guide
Transport by luxury, air-conditioned coach
One-course Pub lunch (if option selected)
Entry to Buckingham Palace (if option selected)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
191 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day tour to Windsor Castle and Stonehenge
Natalie D,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Windsor Castle, Stonehenge,Bath and pub lunch at Lacock . James and Carlos were fantastic. James was very knowledgeable and informative. Long day but worth it.
Amazing!!
kaylarath,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day with Tom & Florian. Educational and fun. The stops were all great!
Best day trip from London!
Daydream60439041212,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolute wonderful day!! We are so glad we booked this tour!
Buses on time, guide...
Louise G,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Buses on time, interesting guide. We had enough time to visit the Castle. I highly recommend it.
Great way to spend the day!
Alex M,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Cristian as our driver, and Tom as our guide. Both were great, but Tom was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, helpful and entertaining. We did the Windsor Castle, Baths, and Stonehenge with no lunch tour. Saw a lot but wished we had a bit more time at Windsor Castle and Bath. Otherwise, it was great!
Fantastic tour
Barbara J,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the tour to Windsor, Bath, and Stonehenge. Our tour guide James was very knowledgeable and conveyed the tour's content in a very informative and humorous way. The tour is definitely highly recommended. The wonderful weather also contributed to an unforgettable day. Driver Gokhan was very friendly and had an extremely pleasant driving style.
Exceptional guide snd driver. Fantastic tour
rosaleeh854,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely wonderful experience on this bus tour! Steve was an outstanding guide — friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and made the entire trip so enjoyable from start to finish. He shared so many interesting facts and kept everyone engaged the whole time. Our driver Haydar was also fantastic — professional, safe, and incredibly courteous throughout the tour. We always felt comfortable and well taken care of. The combination of a great guide and an excellent driver made this tour truly memorable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing, and well-organized experience!
Long day but well worth it
TeresaA969,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a great day trip tour from London. Gives you just enough of a taste at each site along the way. The lunch in Lacock is really a special touch. Steve was a very knowledgeable guide with great stories (and jokes) and Haydar was a great driver. Would highly recommend this tour.
Great tour, would recommend
TeresaA969,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Long day but totally worth it! Steve was a highly knowledgeable tour guide and Haydar was a great driver. Perfect amount of time at each stop for a sample of each location. Food at the pub in Lacock was very good. We took this tour 10 years ago on our homeymoon and there was an accident on the motor way which caused a significant delay for the stops. This time we really got to truly enjoy each stop and we would highly recommend.
Premium Tours Fails to show up as promised
Greg G,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We were promised that a representative of Premium Tours would meet us at 1pm by the clock in Windsor bus park for our return to London. No one showed and I texted Premium with no response. I then called at 1:30 and was informed the driver was at the bus park and he did not get the message to meet us at the clock. No partial refund was offered for the Premium Tours failure to perform as promised. I certainly will not trust them with any future business.
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