Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle is one of the narrated stops on the self-guided Windsor audio walking tour in Gingerguide. Plan about ~180 min here. Press play at the spot for its two to three minute story, or ask the AI guide anything about it.
- Type castle
- Suggested visit ~180 min
- Windsor Windsor guide
About Windsor Castle
The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, and a principal residence of the British monarch.
Windsor Castle has been the family home of British kings and queens for almost 1,000 years. It is an official residence of His Majesty The King and the largest occupied castle in the world. The castle covers approximately 13 acres and contains around 1,000 rooms. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has been remodelled by successive monarchs and remains a working royal palace today.
Did you know? Windsor Castle covers approximately 13 acres, making it roughly 16 times the size of Buckingham Palace.
How long should you spend at Windsor Castle?
Plan about ~180 min at Windsor Castle. That is enough to take it in and hear its narrated story; stay longer if it grabs you. The tour is self-guided, so there is no rush.
Is Windsor Castle worth visiting?
Windsor Castle is one of the 8 sights the Gingerguide team researched and narrated in Windsor, so it earns a place on a self-guided walk. Its story explains why it matters, and you can ask the AI guide anything the story leaves open.
Nearby stops in Windsor
Hear the story of Windsor Castle
Preview the Windsor tour free in the Gingerguide app.