Type of tour : Out of london sightseeing tour -
Departure location : Golden Tours Office or at one of the pick up points
Duration : Full day
NOTICE:
This tour is no longer operational as of January 2009. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Tour Highlights
- Visit Althorp Stately Home
- Entry to the Princess Diana Exhibition
- See the Round Oval
Althorp Stately Home
Is the Spencer family home for nearly 500 years and the birthplace of Diana, Princess of Wales. Althorp's charm derives from the sheer beauty of its setting - 450 acres of idyllic park, largely unaltered over the centuries.
The Exhibition
You will visit the stables, now the setting for the award-winning exhibition celebrating the life of Diana, Princess of Wales, and honouring her memory after her death. The displays include unique childhood cine footage and the Princess's most memorable outfits, including her bridal gown.
The House
Stroll through the state rooms including the Wootton Hall, Library, Saloon, Marlborough and Sunderland Rooms. As well as the many precious articles on display you will see fine pictures by Rubens, Van Dyck, Reynolds and Gainsborough.
The Grounds
Complete your tour with a visit to the 'Round Oval', the lake where Diana, Princess of Wales, was laid to rest.
Note
- This tour is conducted by a driver guide. However, Althorp provides guides in most rooms.
- This tour will finish in London around 4.00pm.
