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Activity Southampton, England

Journey Through Winchester's Past

4.9 (375 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Journey Through Winchester's Past

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Walsh Tours

Ages: Adults (0–120 years)

What is included

Included

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

Itinerary

  1. Westgate Museum

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

  2. The Great Hall

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

  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

  4. Winchester Buttercross

    High Street landmark dating form the 15th Century

  5. Wolvesey Castle

    20 min

    Ruins of Archbishop of Winchester's Palace

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

Using your ticket

Tour Starting Point: In front of the Westgate; the medieval entrance to Winchester, at the top end of the High Street.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • 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

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Accessible for those with limited eye sight

  • Accessible for those with limited mobility

  • Animals or pets allowed

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

  • If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund

  • Most travelers can participate

Traveller ratings

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