Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year.
Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 40 monarchs.
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All included with standard admission.
Windsor Castle is accessible. Concessionary rates are available if you have a disability and we offer a free access companion ticket which can be booked online.
The Castle is situated at the top of a steep hill, long distances have to be covered and much of the site is outdoors. You may wish to download a photo journey (PDF) to help you plan your visit. For travel information, see the section on our mobility page.
An accessible café, toilets, and a Changing Places are available.
Registered assistance dogs are welcome and a number of Wardens are Dementia Friends, please ask staff for any assistance.
The multimedia guide is available in British Sign Language (BSL) and with subtitles.
General information on visiting is available on our Practical Information page.
For detailed access information, please select one of the options below. For any other information, you can contact the Specialist Sales team on +44 (0)303 123 7324 or by emailing [email protected].
For detailed access information on visiting the local area please see AccessAble's guide to the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
Bring the curriculum to life with a visit to Windsor Castle. We offer a range of interactive workshops, tours, learning activities and resources for nursery, primary and secondary pupils. If you are a teacher or group organiser, our schools visit information will help you plan your day.
- Book in advance for the best value and to guarantee entry.
- Your ticket includes a multimedia tour.
- Children go half price.
| Advance | On the day (subject to availability) |
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|---|---|---|
| Adult | £30.00 | £33.00 |
| Young Person (18-24) | £19.50 | £21.50 |
| Child (5-17) | £15.00 | £16.50 |
| Disabled | £15.00 | £16.50 |
| Access Companion | Free | Free |
| Under 5 | Free | Free |
| Groups (15 people or more) | View group prices |
Each person should have a ticket, including children of all ages.
Discount cards
- Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Advantage Card holders can obtain free admission to the Castle.
- MOD90 or Defence Discount Scheme (DDS) cardholders can obtain free admission once per year with up to 4 guests at all Royal Collection Trust sites.
- When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check. Read more about security & luggage.
- Your ticket includes a complimentary multimedia guide, available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian and Spanish. The English language guides feature versions tailored for families (children) and D/deaf and hard of hearing visitors.
- You can take photographs in the outside areas of the Castle, but not inside the building or within St George's Chapel. Read about photography, filming & mobile phones.
- Toilets, Changing Places and baby-care facilities are available.
- The undercroft café in the Castle serves food and drinks, however eating and drinking are not permitted inside the State Apartments or St George's Chapel.
The Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
| Opening time | Last admission | Closing time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 November- 29 February | 10:00 | 15:00 | 16:15 |
| 1 March - 31 October | 10:00 | 16:00 | 17:15 |
Entrance to the State Apartments closes 30 minutes after the last admission time.
The Semi-State Rooms usually open from autumn-spring each year. They are currently closed until autumn 2024.
Windsor Castle closures
As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, sometimes the entire Castle or the State Apartments within the Castle need to be closed at short notice.
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Sunday, 16 June 2024 - State Apartments closed, a reduced admission price applies.
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Monday, 17 June 2024 - Castle closed.
St George's Chapel closures
- Friday, 14 June 2024 – Chapel closing at 13:00.
Please note St George’s Chapel is open on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday but it is not part of the visit on Sunday, when it is only open for worship. More details are available on the Chapel website.