Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London in London
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Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London

Outty Ranking 78 4.7 · 533 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $260

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Outty Ranking

78/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.7/5

Based on 533 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London worth booking?

Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London is a 9-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $260 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 533 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
78 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (533)
Duration
9 hours
From
$260 per person

Take a journey back to the early twentieth century on this fully guided small group tour from London that includes a tour of Downton Village and entry to Highclere Castle.

What you get

  • Local guide
  • Transport by Mini Coach
  • Entry to Highclere Castle
  • Live commentary on board

About this experience

Take a journey back to the early twentieth century on this fully guided small group tour from London that includes a tour of Downton Village and entry to Highclere Castle.

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • Transport by Mini Coach
  • Entry to Highclere Castle
  • Live commentary on board

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

What you'll see and do

  1. Highclere Castle

    Explore the jewel in the crown of the TV show Downton Abbey with this visit to Highclere Castle.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Bampton

    Get a guided tour of the village featured in the TV show and movie. See the church, Crawley House, the post office and village green. So many scenes were shot here and your guide will give you behind the scenes info and how the village was used.

    60 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

London

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).

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

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).

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Wed, Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Brit Movie Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour has limited availability and is only available on certain times/days of the week.

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 542 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

8 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

4 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Traveler reviews

542 verified traveler reviews for Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
459
4 star
51
3 star
16
2 star
8
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Paul_J · August 2026

Great Tour

Tour guide Chris, very informative and good sense of humour. Downton tour stopped Bampton first and then onto Highclere Castle. Excellent tour.

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Marco_R · August 2026

Fantastic!

Excellent Downton Abbey experience! The village was great and the tour director was very knowledgeable. Would def recommend to fans.

via Viator

TSTBlondie · August 2026

Absolutely MUST do Adventure.

I was blessed enough to be visiting when Highclere Castle was open - this was a huge bucket list item for me. They break the tour up into two small groups - which is incredible. I hope you are lucky enough to get Rory as your guide and Neil as your driver. Rory has SO MUCH knowledge about all things Downton Abbey and the area - truly such an incredible guide and a weather magician - It pretty much poured the rain the entire drive until we pulled into Highclere and literally the sun came out and the blue skies opened up !!!!!!! I absolutely will treasure this trip for my entire life - I feel so blessed. Do not hesitate, book with Brit Movie Tours !!!!!!!

via Tripadvisor

marylouh953 · August 2026

Loved this tour!

Chris, our guide, and Tony, our driver, were excellent. They were friendly and engaging. Chris was very knowledgeable and gave many insights to the backstory of Downton Abbey. We loved everything about this tour and highly recommend it.

via Tripadvisor

Don_F · August 2026

Relive Downton Abbey

Our guide was wonderful and spoke to us the entire way, teally immersing us in the life of Downton Abbey.

via Viator

Good to know

Duration
9 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
16+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Wed, Sat, Sun
Price range
$260 to $380
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
187
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 78

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
Review evidence (18% weight)83
Booking momentum (14% weight)81
Value for money (12% weight)66
Listing quality (10% weight)74
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

How much does Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London cost?

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Prices start at $260 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London take?

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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.

Is Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 533 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 16. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London?

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Around 187 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in London?

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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit London?

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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in London?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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