Windsor Castle: Conquer the Tower Tour

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Ready for a challenge? This August and September, climb to the top of Windsor Castle's iconic Round Tower and be rewarded with spectacular views stretching for miles.

The Conquer the Tower Tour takes you up 200 steps to one of the Castle's most recognisable landmarks. At the top, an expert guide will share fascinating stories about the Tower's history, its strategic importance and its place at the heart of the world's oldest and largest occupied castle.

Once you reach the summit, you'll enjoy a unique bird's-eye view from 65.5 metres above ground. Take in sweeping vistas across Windsor Great Park, the Thames Valley and, on a clear day, even the London skyline.

You'll also gain a new perspective on Windsor Castle itself, with unrivalled views over its three distinct wards:

• The Lower Ward, home to the magnificent medieval St George's Chapel.
• The Middle Ward, centred around the original Norman motte and crowned by the famous Round Tower.
• The Upper Ward, where the State Apartments and Royal Apartments are arranged around the Quadrangle.

Looking south, you'll see the impressive Long Walk, the five-kilometre tree-lined avenue created during the reign of Charles II. The tour also offers a close-up view of the Castle's towering flagpole, which flies the Royal Standard when His Majesty The King is in residence and the Union Flag when he is away.

Your ticket includes admission to Windsor Castle, giving you the opportunity to explore the Castle's many attractions before or after your tower adventure.

Important safety information when booking your ticket

• The Conquer the Tower tour takes approximately 45 minutes and involves climbing 200 steps.
• Sensible shoes must be worn. Flip flops are unsuitable.
• The tour is unsuitable for those suffering from acrophobia (fear of heights) or claustrophobia (fear of confined spaces).
• If you have any health conditions that may affect your ability to climb, we recommend that you consult your doctor before booking.
• Visitors in late pregnancy should consider consulting their doctor before joining a tour.
• Children under the height of 1.3 metres (4ft 3in) are not permitted on the tour.
• Children up to the age of 16 inclusive, must be accompanied in the ratio of 1 adult to every 2 children. Babies cannot be carried on the tour.
• In the event of severely inclement weather or high wind speeds, we reserve the right to cancel the tour.