Overview
Windsor and Eton are twin towns in Berkshire, separated by the River Thames and joined by Windsor Bridge. Windsor is most famous for its castle—construction began in 1075, making it the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, and the royal standard still flies from the keep when the King is in residence.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Money
Pound sterling (£) is the local currency. Card payments are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, and shops. Traditional pubs may be cash-only. Tipping is customary at restaurants (10-15%), optional at pubs.
Transport
Windsor & Eton Central and Windsor & Eton Riverside stations connect to London Paddington and Waterloo respectively. The towns are walkable; parking is difficult on weekends. X77 shuttle bus runs to Racecourse on race days.
Weather
South East England has mild but variable weather. Summers can be warm (20-25°C) with busy tourist crowds; winters are cool (5-10°C) with shorter opening hours. Rain is possible year-round.