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hogwalking2 The regular tours provide an ideal introduction to Alfred the Great's city, the ancient capital of Wessex and England.

Routes vary, but include a selection of the following: the iconic statue of King Alfred, the historic High Street, the site of Winchester Castle and King Charles II's Royal Palace, the River Itchen and the ruins of Wolvesey Castle. Also the exteriors of the Great Hall, Winchester College, Jane Austen's house, Winchester Cathedral and the Westgate.

Tours take place all year and daily between May and August. For details of all tour times please see the Tours Calendar.

All tours are on foot and start at the Visitor Information Centre.

Tours last 90 minutes, do not go inside the Cathedral and are accessible to wheelchair users. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

Tickets: £11 adults, accompanied children FREE.

Note: Tickets can be purchased on the day from the Visitor Information Centre (see Booking) or booked in advance here: