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Downton Abbey and Village Coach Tour from London with Highclere

4.7 · 188 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by Brit Movie Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
9h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Visit Bampton's filming locations before heading to Highclere Castle, with scenes from Downton Abbey played on the coach.

A guided village walk, air-conditioned transport and all fees are included; lunch and hotel pickup are excluded. 4.72 from 188 reviews at €191 per person for 9h.

In our comparison: #52 of 84 in Day Trips from London, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €191 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Children from €143 (ages 3 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.7
188 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 178 of 188

Star breakdown of all 188 ratings

5 stars
157 · 84%
4 stars
21 · 11%
3 stars
3 · 2%
2 stars
3 · 2%
1 star
4 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the filming stories and familiar locations, though some want more time at Highclere.

Praised

  • Guides share detailed Downton Abbey knowledge and stories about filming
  • Recognising familiar scenes in Bampton and rooms inside Highclere
  • Highclere's gardens and grounds are a highlight
  • Clear joining instructions and well-organised travel between locations

Complaints

  • A lot of the outing is spent travelling by coach
  • Some find the stops well paced, while others want more time at Highclere or Bampton
  • Failures of the onboard DVD player or audio
  • Some find coaches comfortable, while others report cramped minibus seating

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 April 2024 to 7 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early at your meeting point as the tour will leave promptly. The meeting point is at Gloucester Road tube station (Piccadilly, Circle and District Lines). A guide will be waiting for you next to the station exit outside the flower shop (Flowers Inc). · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:30 on Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Brit Movie Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Enjoy a day trip into the world of Downton Abbey on a 9-hour coach tour from London. The tour features behind the scenes information, scenes from the show itself played on the bus as you head out of London. Your first stop on tour will be the charming village of Bampton used as Downton village where you will receive a guided tour before heading to the jewel in the crown of the popular TV show - Highclere Castle or Downton Abbey as fans of the show will know it as.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €143 ages 3 to 15

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from London

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #52 of 84€1919h4.72 (188)shared
Small Group Stonehenge, Bath and Secret Place Tour from London€18411h 30m4.98 (1113)shared
Small Group Cotswolds Village, Stonehenge and Bath Tour from London€19011h 30m4.95 (413)shared
Private Tour to Stonehenge, Bath and The Cotswolds€1315 per group10h5.0 (197)private

Ranked #52 of 84 in Day Trips from London by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €74 to €1135, median €118; typical length 10h 15m. 26 of 84 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 84 Day Trips from London

From €191 per adult