Journey Through Winchester's Past

4.9
(330 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Walk in the footsteps of the historical characters of Winchester's past: the Romans, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Oliver Cromwell, and Henry VIII

Bring to life Winchester's great literary characters: Jane Austen, John Keats, Thomas Hardy, Sherlock Holmes, and King Arthur.

Walk the streets of Winchester, with its mighty historical and literary characters.

Groups limited to 10

Tour Starting Point: The Westgate. The medieval entrance to Winchester.

What's Included

20% off at The Wykeham Arms (reservation required)
Photography

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the Westgate, the medieval entrance to Winchester.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Medieval gates front this ancient Tudor & Stuart building with exhibits in a former debtor's prison.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Great Hall

    One of the finest surviving halls of the 13th century, it is all that now remains of Winchester Castle.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Winchester Cathedral

    Winchester Cathedral is a cathedral of the Church of England in Winchester, Hampshire, England. It is one of the largest cathedrals in Europe, with the greatest overall length of any Gothic cathedral

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    High Street landmark dating form the 15th Century

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Ruins of Archbishop of Winchester's Palace

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Walsh Tours

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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Literary Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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