Windsor Castle
The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world - a thousand-year-old royal residence west of London, with lavish State Apartments and St George's Chapel.
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Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, a royal residence for over nine centuries and a favourite home of the monarch, rising above the town of Windsor west of London. Its lavish State Apartments of royal art and treasures, the exquisite St George's Chapel where monarchs are buried and royal weddings held, and the ceremony of the guard make it a grand and living royal palace.
What you actually see
- The State Apartments - the lavish royal rooms of art and treasures.
- St George's Chapel - the chapel of royal weddings and tombs.
- Queen Mary's Dolls' House - the astonishing miniature palace.
- The Changing of the Guard - the ceremony in the castle precincts.
When to go
Year-round; a mostly indoor sight, though areas can close when the castle is in official use, so check ahead and book a timed ticket. St George's Chapel closes to visitors on Sundays for services.
Honest expectations
As a working royal residence, parts including the State Apartments and chapel can close at short notice for official events, so check before you travel. It is ticketed, timed and busy. St George's Chapel is closed to tourists on Sundays. It pairs well with a visit to nearby Eton or Windsor town.
Nearby
The town of Windsor, Eton College and Legoland are close; London is under an hour away.
What to pack for Windsor Castle
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
