The 5 Castle Tours in England to Pencil In First

1.Warwick Castle Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,096 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $30Our pick

Spend about six hours exploring Warwick Castle, its towers, ramparts, gardens, and grand rooms. Your ticket includes select shows and attractions such as the falconry display, Horrible Histories Maze, Time Tower, Princess Tower, Kingmaker, and Trebuchet Fireball Spectacular. The Castle Dungeons cost extra and are for ages 10 and up.

“Excellent no hassle great day at the castle. Great day and the experience was absolutely first class”

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2.Dover Castle Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 735 reviews · 1 day · from $33

Spend a full day at Dover Castle, climbing Henry II’s Great Tower, touring medieval and World War II tunnels, and watching history brought to life through film, holograms, and costumed interpretation. Allow at least four hours for the main rooms, grounds, guided tunnel visits, and views from the roof. Castle Hill, Dover.

“A great day out for the whole family. I will defo be going back!”

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3.Blenheim Palace Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 613 reviews · 1 day · from $20Best value

Spend a full day at Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill, with access to the Baroque palace, gardens, and 2,000 acres of parkland. Choose palace entry or gardens only, then see the Churchill Exhibition, Life Below Stairs, Family Treasures, and limited-time rooftop views during the 2025 roof restoration.

“the palace was really nice and don't think you should have to pay extra for the little bus what goes round our the train also did not think much to the gardens butterfly house was nice”

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4.Leeds Castle Admission – Ultimate Explorer Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 344 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend three to five hours at Leeds Castle in Kent with a mobile ticket covering the castle, gardens, maze and grotto, falconry displays, playgrounds, adventure golf, museums, train or ferry rides, and daytime events. The Ultimate Explorer ticket is valid for repeat visits for 12 months, though seasonal attractions and special evening events are separate.

“The maze. It was amazing. The children were so happy. It was fun. We defenetaly visit again the Leeds castle.”

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5.Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 86 reviews · 1 day

Spend a full day exploring Carisbrooke Castle, a medieval fortress with Norman battlements, Charles I’s prison room, a royal garden, a museum, and donkeys treading the old water wheel. You’ll exchange your e-voucher at the entrance, then explore at your own pace. Wear sturdy shoes: the stone steps are steep and uneven.

“Very enjoyable and Informative. Wonderful museum with all Charles 1's personal things. The Well with the donkeys. All the well- kept garden and grounds. See the statue of Warrior. The very friendly staff with all their information and smiles and excellent tea room. We didn't have any children but they would have great fun and also have picnics.”

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