House Highlights Tour
Before the house opens to the public, watch the musical elephant automaton be wound, and be guided through the ground floor of the house, exploring Waddesdon’s collection of 18th-century French decorative arts, English portraits and Dutch Old Masters
- Booking advisable
Discover the history behind the building of the Manor and the family who still preserve the house today. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to explore the remaining floors of the house at your leisure.
Waddesdon’s gardens were the vision of Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild, who created the Manor at the end of the 19th century. What began as a bare hill in 1874, is now an exceptional example of Victorian horticulture including formal gardens, tree and walks. Explore the grounds and formal gardens at Waddesdon this spring.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £28.50 |
The basics
- Booking details
You can amend, transfer your booking up to 48 hours prior to your visit. No cancellation re illness.
- What to bring and wear
There are no stiletto heels allowed inside the house
Upcoming events
Wedding Cake Tours
Explore Joana Vasconcelos’ extraordinary Wedding Cake, open again this summer at Waddesdon. Wedding Cake, a 12-metre-tall ceramic sculptural pavilion in the form of a three-tiered cake.
A Rothschild Treasury: Tours
During this curator-led 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.
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.
Cellar Tour & History of Rothshild Wines
Join us for a tour of our historic cellars at Waddesdon Manor.