Warwick Castle

Discover over 1,000 years of history at Warwick Castle, one of the most exciting historical attractions in the UK, and a great day out for the whole family.

The medieval Warwick Castle sits proudly at the bend of the River Avon in the heart of Shakespeare’s England. You’ll want to set aside a whole day to explore Warwick Castle, which has many attractions, including bird of prey shows, medieval re-enactments, beautiful gardens, terrifying dungeons, and much more.

Warwick Castle tickets

You’ll find a variety of day passes, annual passes, and group tickets available on the Warwick Castle website.

Book your tickets online in advance to get the best prices and guarantee entry. Remember that Club members benefit from discounts on days out, so it’s worth checking your member discounts. If you haven’t already joined, doing so will save you money on family outings, outdoor equipment and clothing, and camping trips.

Attractions at Warwick Castle

With so much history to unearth, there’s plenty to see and do during your visit to Warwick Castle. Here are just a few of the best bits. For details on the entire attraction, visit the Warwick Castle website.

Great Hall and State Rooms

Warwick Castle’s interior is just astounding. As you tour the state rooms, you’ll get a real sense of how opulent the castle once was. The magnificent Great Hall is the largest room in Warwick Castle. Visit the Great Hall to see just how large it is and see some of the armour on display.

Towers and Ramparts

Climb the steps of the Ramparts to be rewarded with brilliant views as you put yourself in the shoes of a true knight. Explore tall towers fit for the castle’s highest-status guests and peek over the walls for a glimpse of what’s below.

Horrible Histories Maze

Get lost in this walk-through experience, which takes you on an adventure through time. Discover interactive games and challenges as you venture through the wheelchair-accessible maze.

Archery

Think you’ll be an expert with a bow and arrow? At Warwick Castle, adults and children can join in throughout the day with sessions for beginners to try their hand at archery. This is great fun and an experience not to be forgotten.

The Peacock Gardens

Spend some time during your visit to explore the beautiful gardens at Warwick Castle. You can enjoy the Peacock Gardens from the Conservatory Tea Room, which offers a relaxing break during your visit.

The UK’s largest bird of prey show

The Falconers Quest is Warwick Castle’s spectacular bird of prey show. You’ll see up to 60 birds from all over the world, including the fastest bird and the bird with the biggest wingspan. This is a must-see during your visit.

Warwick Castle opening times

Warwick Castle is open every day of the year from 10am, except for Christmas Day when it’s closed. View opening hours, including the full show and entertainment calendar, to find out what’s on at the castle during your visit.

Getting to Warwick Castle

Due to its location, Warwick Castle is easy to visit by public transport. Warwick Railway Station is approximately a 15-minute walk away, and there are direct routes from major cities. For those travelling by car, it’s a similar distance to the castle from the main car park as it is from the train station, so you’ll want to allow for a good 15-minute walk. Although there are limited parking spaces next to the castle, there’s a drop-off location for those unable to walk from the car park.