Enjoy a visit to the beautiful Highclere Castle, a key location for the popular TV series, Downton Abbey. Take a scenic drive through some of the movie locations in the Cotswolds.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 12 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 9 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy visiting Highclere Castle, the charming family home forming the central location for 'Downton Abbey'
- Explore the pretty village of Bampton, with its quaint church, the location for the village of 'Downton'
- Delight in a scenic drive through the sleepy stone villages and old market towns of the Cotswolds
Full description
Leaving the beautiful medieval city of Oxford, head south to Highclere Castle for a morning visit of the home of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon. Immerse yourself in the history of this 19th century castle, still very much a family home, and explore the grounds and beautiful gardens. Imagine sitting at the grand table in the family dining room with the 'Dowager' Violet, Lady Mary and Lady Cora, being served your lunch by Mr. Carson.
After the visit to Highclere Castle, your tour continues to quaint Bampton, one of the oldest villages in Britain. Wander around the part of the village used to film Downton Abbey and visit St Mary's Church, where so many events in the life of the Crawley family took place.
From Bampton, a scenic drive takes you to the charming old market town of Burford, the 'gateway to the Cotswolds,' with its sloping high street and quaint shops. Enjoy lunch in a typical local cafe or pub.
After lunch, go on a panoramic drive through some of the sleepy stone villages of the Cotswolds. Make your last stop in the idyllic village of Swinbrook, which was a film location for 'Downton Abbey' and 'Bridget Jones' Baby.' Delight in a walk through this charming village, before returning to Oxford.
Includes
- Entrance to Highclere Castle and Gardens included
- Blue Badge tour guide and dedicated driver
- Food
- Tips
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Meet at Oxford Visitor Information Centre. Look for a dark blue minibus with 'Explore Oxford and the Cotswolds' written on the sides.
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- Luggage or large bags
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- Tour will go ahead in all weathers