A Rothschild Treasury: Tours
During this guided tour of A Rothschild Treasury, discover the stories of the precious objects on display and learn about the tradition of treasure rooms which inspired the Rothschild family.
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
A Rothschild Treasury houses more than 300 objects made from rare and precious materials. From a 1st-century cameo of Augustus Caesar’s grandson to jewellery gifted by Queen Victoria, via pieces bearing Nazi inventory numbers, gold boxes and more, this gallery celebrates generations of Rothschild collecting.
In this 45 minute tour with one of our guides, discover the stories behind some of these extraordinary items, many of which have never before been on public display.
Times
The basics
- Meeting point
Please meet at the main entrance to the Manor promptly at 11.15am.
Upcoming events
Chilli Fest
Turn up the heat at our annual Chilli festival taking place in the beautiful surroundings of the Aviary and Pleasure gardens.
Saved for the Nation
Celebrating the transfer of two of Sir Joshua Reynolds' greatest masterpieces to the National Trust.
The Rothschild Story
New for 2026, discover The Rothschild Story – a display bringing the family's complex history and family tree to life.
Deaf Led British Sign Language House Tour
Join experienced deaf guide and historian, John Wilson, for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Manor's ground floor, exploring the treasures of Waddesdon's collections.