Windsor Castle: Tickets

Windsor Castle Tickets and Information

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• Windsor Castle Address: Windsor, SL4 1NJ, Windsor
• Opening Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday: Closed. All Other Days: 10:00 - 17:15

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Is Windsor Castle Worth Visiting

• As one of the oldest and biggest inhabited castles in the world, we definitely think Windsor Castle is worth visiting, yes!
• It’s steeped in history and has been home to kings and queens for 1000 years.
• Classic British history!

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What You See at Windsor Castle‍

• A true royal castle!
• The state apartments
• St George’s Chapel (closed on Sundays)
• Semi-State Rooms (September - March only)
• Art

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About Windsor Castle‍

Windsor Castle is one of the most famous and historically significant castles in the world. It’s also the largest inhabited castle in the world! The official residence of the King, serving as both a royal residence and a functioning royal palace.

The castle has a history that dates back over 900 years to the time of William the Conqueror. It was originally built as a motte-and-bailey castle in the 11th century just after the Norman invasion of England in 1066 and over the centuries it has been expanded, renovated, and reconstructed by various monarchs.

The architecture also reflects its long history and shows the changing tastes of the different periods and its various monarchs! It features styles including mediaeval, Gothic, and baroque elements. The Round Tower, which dominates the castle's skyline, is one of its most recognizable features.

Windsor Castle has been a royal residence for centuries with 40 monarchs having lied there. It was one of Queen Elizabeth’s preferred weekend retreats and it's also used for hosting state visits, ceremonial events, and official functions. The castle is also home to the King’s Guard, who are responsible for guarding the castle and performing ceremonial duties.

You can enjoy:

• The State Apartments: Beautifully decorated with works of art, furniture, and tapestries from the Royal Collection. You can see both ceremonial rooms and historic rooms as well as some of the semi-state rooms which include private apartments created for George IV.
• St. George's Chapel: The chapel is in the castle grounds and it serves as the burial place of numerous monarchs, including King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. It has also hosted multiple royal weddings.
• Castle Precincts: Explore and enjoy the areas outside the castle such as the famous Round Tower and the Norman Gate.
• The Changing of the Guard: Watch the true British ceremony showing the handover of duties between guards.
• Queen Mary's Dolls House: One of the biggest and most famous dolls houses in the world! The dolls house was built around 1921 by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and the contents were created by more than 1500 artists and craftspeople.
• Treasures of the Castle: Enjoy the art and other treasures that are on display in the public spaces.

It has undergone several major restoration projects over the years, most notably following a devastating fire in 1992 that caused significant damage to the State Apartments. The restoration efforts were extensive and aimed to preserve the castle's history whilst incorporating modern amenities and improvements.

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