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WALKING TOURS IN WINDSOR

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Hi we’re Liv and Jenny, we founded this small business in 2017, because we understand how important it is to meet and spend time with a local when you visit a new place. We initially took the tours ourself, before expanding into a group of guides, each who bring their own spin to the tours.

In each place, all of our guides are guides because they are passionate about the city and they want to share its beauty with you! Our guides come from all walks of life, and all have their own unique experiences of their hometown, which is what makes every tour unique. We hope to see you on one of our tours soon.

We don’t just offer your standard history tours, we have unique experiences too! You can book any day from now until the end of 2026.

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Heya! I’m Celeste and I’m an actor, musician and singer. I grew up in Windsor and it’s a very special place for me – I look forward to showing you round the best bits. It’s such a unique, pretty town, you’ll love it!

Hi, I have lived in Windsor most of my life and have been lucky enough to go to school, run a business and bring up my family here. I studied history at University so love living in a town with such an interesting and colourful past. I hope you will enjoy delving into all the history, culture, and beauty that this town has to offer. I look forward to welcoming you.

Hi, I’m Sophie. Originally from France, I have lived in or around Windsor for 7 years now and my passion for history has helped me discover lot of amazing stories and places to see in town. I would love to share stories about Windsor Castle and the Royal family with you.

Hi, my name is Dean and I’m a student at the nearby Royal Holloway, University of London. I grew up near Windsor and love history… conveniently, there’s plenty of that around here. I can’t wait to share some of my favourite facts and anecdotes about this town with you – there’s not really anywhere quite like it.

Hi, I’m Eva and I grew up and raised my family in Windsor. It’s a very special town full of history and beauty with a wonderful community spirit! I can’t wait to show you around and share my knowledge with you. I know you will love it as much as I do and I look forward to offering you a warm welcome to Windsor!

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Hello! My name is Sam and I am currently studying Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway, University of London. I have lived and studied in and around Windsor all of my life and love the history of the town. I look forward to welcoming you to Windsor, and sharing some of my favourite stories.

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The Windsor and Maidenhead area is alive with history.  There’s so much to discover that you’ll want to get the most out of your visit.  All our tour guides are passionate about the Windsor area and can’t wait to share what they know.  A guided tour is the best way to find out more and there are many ways of touring the local area.  The choice is yours!

Guided walking tours of Windsor and Eton

Whether you are a small group of friends or family or a larger group or corporate booking, a guided tour can be tailored to your interests and fit perfectly into your itinerary. 

Our Windsor tour guides are professional and knowledgeable; many of our guides hold the coveted Blue Badge meaning they have achieved the highest guiding qualification in the UK.

Themed tours, such as evening ghost tours, are fun and offered by many guides.

Tours are available in different languages – just browse the list of guides below and make an enquiry.

Windsor horse-drawn carriage rides

A guided tour in a horse-drawn carriage is one of the nicest ways to see the area and admire the beauty of Windsor Great Park.

Admire the seasonal changes on an Autumn Colour or Spring Garden carriage ride. 

Pop the question as you take your loved one on a Romantic Wedding Proposals ride, complete with a glass of champagne.

There are two carriage companies – Windsor Carriages and Ascot Carriages – both of whom will take you on a trip to remember.

Guided tours of Theatre Royal Windsor

Go behind the scenes and discover over 240 years of theatrical history in Windsor!  A tour of Theatre Royal Windsor takes you through the theatre's fascinating history, taking in views from different parts of its stunning auditorium, plus head backstage and follow in the footsteps of the stars and be in with a chance of treading the boards and walking through the set of the current production.

Open-top bus tours of Windsor

Hop on board one of our open-top double decker sightseeing buses, courtesy of  Golden Tours . It's the perfect way to see the local attractions and to discover a bit more of the wider area which includes Eton , Datchet and Windsor Farm Shop . 

Tickets are valid for 24 hours and there are 11 hop-on, hop-off stops on the circular tour so you can jump off, explore more then pick up a later bus. 

Or stay on board the full 60 minutes and learn more from the commentary (available in 11 languages).

Boat Trips on the River Thames at Windsor

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the river and the relaxed pace of a guided tour on the River Thames . 

Choose a passenger boat trip with on-board commentary, a smaller luxury passenger boat, a kayak or self-drive boat.

Windsor Duck Tours combine both road and river all in one tour.  The circular tour takes in the historical sights of Windsor before splashdown into the River Thames.  Their live guide will keep you informed and entertained on this unique and exciting journey.

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Guide yourself around historic Windsor and Eton with our free heritage trail [PDF].

Or discover The Queen’s Walkway and Eton Walkway , self-guided walkways that link Windsor and Eton’s best attractions, parks, features and views.

Escorted Tours of Windsor from London

If you are basing yourself in London whilst in the UK, why not visit Windsor and Windsor Castle on an escorted coach tour? 

Companies offering full-day tours out of London include Evan Evans Tours .

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French Brothers run boat trips on the River Thames from Windsor and Runnymede. Choose from a short return trip or a full-day cruise. French Brothers offer public, group and private cruises.

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Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Tour of Windsor

Explore the world famous town of Windsor and nearby Eton with a Golden Tours hop-on, hop-off open top bus tour.

Windsor Castle: Great Kitchen Tour

Get a fascinating insight into Windsor Castle as a working royal palace with a guided tour of the oldest working kitchen in the country, which has remained in use for 750 years.

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Tours of Theatre Royal Windsor

Peek behind the curtain at the historic Theatre Royal Windsor and discover over 240 years of theatrical history on a theatre tour.

Go Quest Adventures Windsor

Explore the streets of Windsor's town centre and unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way all self-guided through the Go Quest Adventures app.

Windsor Castle: Conquer the Tower Tour

Throughout August and September, enjoy a guided tour to the top of the world-famous Round Tower at Windsor Castle.

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Marlow on Thames

Brimming with history, Danesfield House was once home to the Intelligence Section of the RAF, known as RAF Medmenham. The unit specialized in photographic intelligence and was the ‘eyes’ to Bletchley Park’s ‘ears’. Come and join this very special…

Experience one of the UK's most visited sites from a whole new perspective, from river level. With the magical backdrop of the Royal Town of Windsor and Windsor Castle, we specialise in guided canoe and kayak tours on the River Thames.

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Great fun for all the family. Self-drive motor boats and rowing boats for hire. See the finest views of Windsor Castle from the river.

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High Street, Windsor

Did you know that King Charles III and Queen Camilla were married at Windsor Guildhall? Join our guided tour and see the very room in which their ceremony took place.

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Eton, Windsor

Situated just across the river from Windsor via a pedestrian footbridge, the town of Eton has a rich community and diverse heritage. The Eton Walkway, a 2 mile / one hour circular walk, connects 18 points of interest in the town starting at Windsor…

Windsor Carriages Heritage Carriage Rides

Experience the enchantment of Windsor Castle with a 30-minute carriage ride along the iconic Long Walk, enjoying breathtaking views of Windsor Castle from your horse-drawn carriage.

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Horse-drawn carriage rides in Windsor Great Park, departing The Savill Garden Visitor Centre, The Savill Garden, 4 miles from Windsor Castle. Enjoy this beautiful area from a different perspective.

Bray, Windsor

The Boat Hire Company provide luxury, skippered boat hire and boat tours between Windsor and Maidenhead; accommodating 2 to 12 passengers. Our vintage river boats can be hired by the hour or for a full day and are a great way to see some of the…

Eton College Heritage Tours

Our seasonal programme of guided tours focuses on the historic heart of Eton College, featuring many of the earliest buildings and objects from the College Collections.

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Datchet, Nr Windsor

Whether you have a week, a day or just a few hours, with no experience or licence required, relax, unwind and discover the hidden treasures of the River Thames with Kris Cruisers self-drive Day Boats and Boating Holidays.

Windsor Tourist Guides Ltd - a multi-award winning company based in Royal Windsor offering private guided tours of Windsor Castle and St George's Chapel and walking tours of Windsor.

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Enjoy a scenic carriage ride through The Royal Landscape, Windsor Great Park, with Ascot Carriages.

Danesfield House Hotel and Spa Wedding Fair

Danesfield House weddings are as magical as they come and there are few settings as enchanting as the house and gardens for your special day. Step into a world of timeless elegance and sophistication where you’ll find everything you need for the…

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Windsor Castle Tour

Visit this Royal Palace, the largest and oldest continually inhabited castle in the world, currently residence to King Charles III.

Windsor Castle sits on a rock a hundred feet above the Thames and can be seen from miles around. Our Blue Badge guides can take you on a private guided tour of Windsor Castle.

St George’s Chapel is a medieval jewel. Burial place of ten monarchs, including Henry VIII and Charles I, the only British king to be tried and executed by order of his own people. Home to the prestigious Order of the Garter, its stunning Perpendicular Gothic vaulted roof is resplendent with the banners and heraldry of famous Knights of the realm.

Nestling inside the giant royal castle is an unexpectedly grand fantasy home: Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, perfect to the tiniest detail with its miniature carpets, books, curtains, pictures, a cellar stocked with bottles of vintage French wine and even fully functioning bathrooms.

Your private guide will set you up to get the most from your visit of Windsor Castle. View the extraordinary State Apartments, among the finest interiors in Europe, rich in artistic treasures and royal history. You’ll be walking literally in the footsteps of Presidents, Heads of State and VIPs from all over the world!

Visits to the castle can be accompanied by a walk down to the historic town of Eton and its ancient school – alma mater to 19 British Prime Ministers, Princes William and Harry, as well as actors Hugh Laurie ( House ) and Eddie Redmayne ( Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them ) and writers George Orwell ( 1984 ) and Ian Fleming ( James Bond ).

Admission tickets are needed for Windsor Castle visits.

If you require a guide with a private car to conduct your tour please tick above. This will send your request to one of our driver guides who are UK licensed, registered and insured.

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Enjoy a Windsor Guided Tour

Explore A Town Steeped in History with an exceptional local guide

Thank You Chris for an excellent Tour Yesterday. The team loved it. A. Magness, BP – September 2023

Windsor Guide Tours are Perfect for…

Corporate guests, Conference delegates, Staff days out, Team Building activities, Friends and family outings, Clubs and associations, Local History Societies.

Royal Windsor is a town rich in history, with a heritage dating back over 1000 years. Chris Brown’s Windsor Guided Tour allows you to get up close and personal to the sites, sounds and stories of this beautiful ancient town. Behind the royal town’s genteel exterior there lurks a dark and gritty history.

Call 07969 926943 to book

Stop Press May 2023- We won another award!

Delighted to say we have been awarded “London & South East England Prestige Awards – Walking Tour Operator of the Year – Berkshire“. This was an unexpected but very welcome bit of news. We will continue to offer tours for groups of visitors to Windsor, providing a safe, outdoor based activity that is loads of fun.

Evening Walking Tours – Perfect for corporate groups

Windsor walks are wonderful at any time of day, but our evening tours are a fun way to fill time between day events and evening meals. After a day of meetings, delegates can stretch their legs and build up an appetite before dining in one of Windsor’s many restaurants. Our evening walking tours generally start at 6.00pm and last around 1hr 30mins. After your tour you may want to enjoy dinner in a local eaterie. Here are some Windsor restaurants I am happy to reccomend.

Weekend Tours

For groups of family and friends, we can arrange a walking tour to your taste. Start when you like and finish when you want. We can extend our normal walking tour to take in a visit to Eton, or to one of Windsor’s other attractions such as trip along the Thames or a tour of our local Brewery.

Wir Sprechen auch Deutsch

We can do tours in German, but if you would like a private tour in German, please let us know in advance.

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“I can’t thank you enough for the tour on Tuesday evening. Our team of UK & US colleagues had an amazing time. Your tour was hugely interesting and engaging and kept our team interested for the full 90 minutes. In fact we said at dinner how fast the time had flown and how we could easily have gone on listening to you. Your passion and knowledge shone through and we would not hesitate to recommend you on to other colleagues. “ Michael Buckland, Seqirus.com

Dear Chris, Thank you very much for an informative and excellent tour. Steve Heather

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Evening Walks

After dark, once the castle gates have been shut and the hordes have headed home, Windsor’s character changes. A hush descends over the old cobbled streets, the castle walls seem a little higher, the ancient stones appear darker and more brooding, and in the of stillness of dusk and calm quiet of the evening, history itself seems to whisper that little bit louder.

Starting in the early evening we invite you to walk in the footsteps of Kings and Queens, discover “Shakespeare’s little town house”, and enjoy some of the more unusual tales of bygone Windsor. After an hour or so exploring the streets, our guide will escort you to a great pub or one of the excellent restaurants in Windsor where you can enjoy the culture and hospitality of the town at your leisure.

A great choice for corporate entertainment, Chris will take parties of any size up to 35 people for an hour long tour of Windsor town. Since this is a private tour, Chris can be very flexible to suit your preferences.

Take an evening tour around Royal Windsor

Our expert guide offer an unusual and entertaining walking tour suitable for groups . Our flexible approach to touring means we can tailor tours to meet the needs of each group’s particular schedules and interests. Our evening Windsor guided tour is ideal for taking in the main sites of Windsor before dinner.

Our Windsor evening tours are the most popular of all. Come and enjoy Windsor as the bustle of the tourists subsides as the evening draws in. A great time for spooky tales of death and murders most foul!

Usual Meeting point – outside the Sir Christopher Wren Hotel, Thames St, Windsor, SL4 1PX

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A Walk In Windsor (A Self-guided Walking Tour)

June 19, 2020 by Karl Wilson Leave a Comment

Thinking about a visit to Windsor but not sure where you’re going? Where to go? How to get there? What if I had a self-guided walking tour that would take you to all of Windsor’s awesome attractions? Well, you’re in luck! I love to walk when I’m in Windsor and for me, it’s the only way to explore this amazing town.

So, to help you with your own Windsor adventures, I’ve created this walking tour. It will take you past most of Windsor’s main attractions along the way. I’m not great at following rules, so I’ve thrown in a couple of diversions along the way. They allow you to adapt the walk depending on your mood. You can use these to make the walk shorter which you might need to do if the weather is bad. Or you could adapt the walk to spend more time shopping.

There is also the option to visit some of Windsor’s most famous attractions along the way. You are completely free to visit the castle or see Windsor from the comfort of a boat trip. That’s the beauty of a self-guided tour.It’s entirely up to you. So get your walking boots on and get ready to explore the streets of Windsor on your very own walking tour.

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Introduction

Introducing windsor.

Before we start on this walking tour, I wanted to let you know more about Windsor. It’s a fascinating place!

• Windsor is a small town located about 20 miles west of London. The town is best known for its links to the British Royal Family. The monarchy have lived in Windsor for almost 1,000 years and Windsor castle is still one of the Queen’s official residences today.
• The links to the royal family are hard to avoid in Windsor. You’re literally walking in the footsteps of Kings and Queens. There are plenty of statues and plaques to remind you of that, not to mention the royal family memorabilia in every shop window.
• As with most large castles, Windsor Castle is surrounded by a bustling historic town. The town has a nice mixture of architectural styles including some extremely old buildings. It’s a great place to walk around and explore, especially in the streets closest to the castle.
• Windsor is also a riverside town on the River Thames. The river is a great place for spotting some local wildlife or for taking one of Windsor’s boat trips (more on that later).

These factors combine to create a town that is quintessentially British. It’s little wonder that day trips are so popular with visitors to the UK.

Getting to Windsor (and to the start of this walking tour)!

This walk begins at the Windsor and Eton Riverside train station. Getting to Windsor from London is very easy. There are regular trains from London Paddington and this journey should take less than an hour.

If you’re driving into Windsor for your walking tour, head to the car park on King Edward VII Avenue. It’s a very short walk from here to the Windsor and Eton train station. It’s also a great car park for visitors heading to Windsor Castle.

Note: There are two trains stations in Windsor so it’s easy to get confused. This station is by the Riverside and is on King Edward VII Avenue. We’ll stop by the other Windsor station later in the walk.

A Walk In Windsor

Beginning your walk at the Windsor and Eton Riverside train station, cross the road and head uphill towards Thames street. You will know you are here when you can see the castle’s curtain wall.

Thames Street

This walk begins on one of Windsor’s prettiest streets, Thames Street. I love spending time here because it’s packed with restaurants and interesting little shops. There are some great antiques stores near the bottom of the hill where the antiques look more like museum exhibits. There’s also a great chocolate shop called Dr Choc’s. Grab a free sample if you can! The chocolate is to die for!

Thames Street is one of Windsor’s busiest areas, and being so busy it has a great atmosphere. There’s no escaping how pretty this part of town is. It’s like a scene from a postcard. On one side of the street you have Victorian buildings housing the shops and restuarants; on the other you have outer walls of Windsor’s splendid castle.

Fact: The main tower here is called the Curfew Tower. The tower is the castle’s clock tower and is home to the belfry. From this tower the bells would annouce the closing of the castle gates each evening, hence the name of ‘curfew’ tower.

Windsor Castle

Once you have explored the shops on Thames street, continue to walk as the street curves around the edge of Windsor castle. You will eventually reach Castle Hill where you will see a statue of Queen Victoria.

This is the main entrance into the Windsor castle and a great place for photos. The castle is very majestic! It’s no surprise that royalty still live here. Take a look at the flag tower to see if the Royal Standard is flying. This flag lets you know when the queen is in residence.

From here, you have the option of visiting the castle. If you’d like to do this, just head up Castle Hill towards the main entrance. It’s possible to spend up to 3 hours inside depending on which sections are open so make sure you have time before heading inside.

Walking Along Park Street

When you’re ready, continue your walk around Windsor by heading along Park Street. Windsor has quite a mixture of buildings. You can see this mixture most clearly on Park Street. Here, old Victorian houses mix with modern office buildings and trendy townhouses.

Make sure you check out these buildings.

• The Crooked House of Windsor. This is one of the quirkiest and most photographed buildings in Windsor because it leans drunkenly to the side. The streets at the back of here are very interesting. There are narrow avenues and cobbled streets. It’s like stepping back in time and reminded me of the Shamles in York.
• Park Street is home to the Two Brewers which is one of the oldest and prettiest pubs in Windsor. There used to be many coaching inns on this road. They were very popular with visitors to the castle. Today there’s only one. The pub is usually very popular and on a sunny day you can see customers drinking outside. It’s a great spot for grabbing refreshments before heading towards the Long Walk.

The Long Walk

At the end of Park Street, pass through the gates and head onto the Long Walk. No Windsor walking tour would be complete without spending some time here. It’s a great place to spend time outdoors.

Note: It’s up to you how far you walk here. The Long Walk stretches for 3 miles from Windsor Castle to the Copper Horse so the full return journey would be 6 miles. It’s not a difficult walk but it certainly lives up to its name.

The Long Walk is part of Windsor Great Park. This is a much larger park owned by the Royal Family. They used to be private hunting grounds for the male monarchs. But today the parks are beautifully landscaped. It’s a perfect place to relax whilst looking for nature.

The Long Walk is a beautiful avenue lined by trees and has great views of Windsor castle. You might recognise the Long Walk from Prince Harry and Megan Markle’s wedding. They drove up this road together to rapturous public applaunce, before heading into Windsor Castle for their wedding reception.

The far end of the Long Walk enters the Windsor Deer Park so there’s a chance you could see some of the 500 wild deer that live in this part of the park. I’ve been told that they are visitor friendly and have been known to post for photographers, but unfortunately the odds weren’t in my favour on this day.

Snow Hill & The Copper Horse

You know when you’ve reached the end of the Long Walk at the Copper Horse, which is a statue of George III on horseback. It sits at the top of Snow Hill.

It’s claimed that Henry VIII sat here while waiting for news of Anne Boleyn’s execution.

The views from Snow Hill are phenomenal so it’s worth climbing the extra steps up to the statue. With the vantage point you can see most of Windsor and for miles beyond. It’s probably the best loved view in Windsor so I’d recommend walking the full length of the Long Walk just for this.

From the Long Walk, it’s time to head back to Windsor town centre. Retrace your steps back to the Queen Victoria statue.

Tip: Remember that the Two Brewers is on this route. You may be in need of refreshment after this journey.

Windsor Town Centre

You now have time to explore Windsor’s town centre and to browse through the main shopping areas.

• We have already explored Thames Street but there’s another opportunity to see Thames street now. Remember there are a lot of restaurants here so it might be a suitable stop if you’re feeling hungry.
• The main shopping street in Windsor is Peascod Street. The entrance to this street is in front of the Queen Victoria statue so it’s hard to miss. Just head downhill.
• Make sure you browse around Windsor Royal Station which is part railway station, part shopping arcade. The shops in here are a little more high brow. There’s a great shop by the station selling old fashioned sweets.

I’d recommend walking in a loop. First head down Peascod Street. Turn right at Ryman’s and loop back towards the castle through Windsor Royal Station.

If you’re looking for food head down to Fresh on William Street, which is at the bottom of Peascod Street. It’s a great independently owned cafe serving wraps, salads and sandwiches. They also have a Royal Family themed juice menu which I love.

Alexandra Gardens and the Riverside

Once you have finished walking around Windsor town centre, head down the Alexandra Gardens by the riverside.

Alexandra Gardens is one of the main public parks in Windsor, and like most things in this town, there are plenty of Royal connections. The bandstand here commemorates the long relationship between the Queen and the armed forces as well as the Queen being the longest reigning monarch in British history.

It’s a great place to rest… you’ve walked a long way! I grabbed my food from Fresh and brought it down here to eat.

Windsor Boat Trips

Alexandra Gardens are next to the river and a short walk from the docks where boat trips are available. This is another chance to have a break from the walking tour.

The boat trips in Windsor are great and are something that I’d highly recommend. The riverside here is beautiful and it’s a great opportunity to see some of the local wildlife including kingfishers which I haven’t seen anywhere else (blink and you’ll miss them though).

It’s also a great way to find out more about the Windsor and Eton (the town on the opposite side of the river to Windsor) plus great place for views of the castle, which really feels like it’s towering over you when you’re down by the riverside.

Back to Windsor Train Station

From the Riverside, it’s a gentle walk back towards the Windsor and Eton Riverside train station, where this walking tour began.

Before you go there though, have a browse around the cafes and restaurants around the waterside. It’s a great place to grab a drink or some more food.

A Walk In Windsor – Thanks For Reading

Now you have everything for your walk around Windsor. I finished my Windsor walking tour and wanted to come back as soon as possible. (In fact I’m planning another visit already – I’m really keen to have a look aroun Eton!)

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Welcome to Windsor Tourist Guides Ltd

Royal Windsor, on the banks of the River Thames, is home to the largest and oldest inhabited castle in the world - Windsor Castle, an official residence of His Majesty King Charles III.

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Walking Tours

Walkerville heritage walking tour.

The new Walkerville Heritage Walking Tour is interactive and accessible online with digital formats for both large screens and cell phones. Almost 50 tour points are featured and users have the option to follow the suggested tour route or explore specific tour points. Downloadable, print-friendly versions of the updated walking tour material is available as well (print in booklet style).

Sandwich Heritage Walking Tour

2017 marked the City of Windsor’s 125th anniversary. What better way to mark the milestone than with a tour of one of our founding neighbourhoods?

The new Sandwich Heritage Walking Tour is a mobile friendly website that helps you conduct a self-guided tour and explore the history and heritage of the former Town of Sandwich, at your convenience at any time of the day! Or, if you don’t have internet access on your phone while on tour, feel free to download the PDF version or print a copy before touring.

Victoria Avenue and Ford City (PDF)

For your convenience, we have also reproduced Windsor's walking tours in PDF format, so you may download or print them, and have them with you on your tour. If you do not have Adobe® Reader®, you can download it for free from www.adobe.com .

• Learn about heritage buildings on Victoria Avenue in our Victoria Avenue Walking Tour .
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