Windsor Castle Half Day Tour from London, UK

The inclusions: Windsor Castle General Ticket fee + booking service fee 30%-40% service fee. Introduction to Windsor Castle 1. Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, and Queen Elizabeth II loves to spend time in this stunning fortress. Built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, the castle remains a favourite residence for the royal family today. Set on 13 acres overlooking the charming town of Windsor - take a tour of the castle and learn why the royal family has lived here for centuries, and why many royal weddings have taken place here. State Apartments:Take a look at the heart of the working palace - the State Apartments. Frequently used for ceremonies and official occasions, the apartments are furnished with some of the artworks from the Royal Collection. During your tour of Windsor Castle, try to spot paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Leonardo da Vinci hanging on the walls! In winter, the richly decorated Semi-State Rooms are added to the visitor route. St. George's Church:A majestic Gothic building, it is the resting place of many British monarchs. These include Edward IV, who built the chapel, Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II. Services are held regularly and this quiet chapel is a peaceful addition to a visit to Windsor Castle. Changing of the Guard:This exciting, true British ceremony takes place on Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11:00 a.m., weather permitting. The ceremony allows for the handing over of duties between two different groups of guards. admission ticket Information 1. Applicable age: Adults 25 years and above, youth 18-24 years, Children 5-17 years 2. opening hours: [November 18-February 29] 10:00-16:15, last admission at 15:00, [March 1-October 31] 10:00-17:15, last admission at 16:00, Note: The entrance to the State Apartments closes 30 minutes after the last admission. The castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; St. George's Church is closed to tourists on Sundays and is only open for worship. 3. How to use: [admission ticket] e-voucher , redeemable at the ticket office, you can get a Chinese/Mandarin audio guide when redeem ticket Precautions 1. As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, sometimes the entire castle or the state apartments within the castle need to be closed for a short period of time 2. The attraction requires an appointment time. Please enter on time according to the appointment time. If you are late, admission is not guaranteed. 3. You can take photos outside the castle, but not inside the castle or St. George's Church 4. Please note that St. George's Church is open on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, but not on Sundays, which are only open for worship. 5. On Friday, April 18, 2025, the church will be closed to paying visitors but will remain open for worship services 6. On Sunday, April 20, 2025, the castle opening hours later than usual, with first admission at 13:00 7. The castle is closed on Monday, June 16, 2025