Eton Travel Guide

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Explore this town’s enchanting high street for galleries and pubs. Learn about six centuries of the iconic college’s history and its famous alumni.

Across from Windsor on the River Thames, Eton matches its southern counterpart for grace and a place in British culture and history. The quaint town is dominated by the famous Eton College, where Princes Harry and William were educated. Discover highlights of the town with a walk along the river and a guided tour of the school.

Admire the redbrick and Tudor-style buildings flanking the high street, several blocks west of the River Thames. The Eton High Street shopping experience comprises charming art galleries, flower shops, libraries and old pubs. Try the traditional fudge and chocolate and peruse the upmarket fashion stores.

A high street stalwart is the Rhubarb and Custard Photo Gallery. Get your portrait taken professionally or take photography lessons in the workshops of this studio on the campus of Eton College.

Guided tours of the college campus are available on Fridays from May to early September. Follow the docent through the School Yard, Upper and Lower Schools and the marvellous College Chapel. Visit the Eton College Natural History Museum and admire the intricate Burning Bush lantern. Explore this remarkable school’s history in the Museum of Eton Life.

The independent boarding school was founded in 1440 and has educated many of Britain’s most notable figures. Consider the list of writers who graced these halls, including novelist Aldous Huxley, George Orwell and James Bond creator Ian Fleming. Huxley was once a schoolmaster here. Modern stars Hugh Laurie, Tom Hiddleston and Damian Lewis also attended school here.

Eton is located on the northern bank of the River Thames, about 20 miles (30 kilometres) west of London and 7 miles (11 kilometres) west of Heathrow Airport. Take a 20-minute train from Paddington Station in London to Slough, followed by a bus or taxi.

See other nearby gems including Windsor Castle and the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort.


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Sofitel London Heathrow

Sofitel London Heathrow

5 out of 5
Terminal 5, London Heathrow Airport, West Drayton, England
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The price is AU$291 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
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Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel

Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel

4 out of 5
Bath Road, Heathrow, Hounslow, England
The price is AU$189 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
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Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

4 out of 5
Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London, England
The price is AU$177 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
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Mitre House Hotel

Mitre House Hotel

3 out of 5
178-186 Sussex Gardens, London, England
The price is AU$228 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
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Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Premier Inn London Hammersmith - Talgarth Road

Premier Inn London Hammersmith - Talgarth Road

3 out of 5
181 Talgarth Road, Hammersmith, London, England
The price is AU$117 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
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Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (106 reviews)
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Central Park Hotel

Central Park Hotel

3 out of 5
49/67 Queensborough Terrace, London, England
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Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,196 reviews)
"The hotel is currently under renovation (Fall 3025). This may cause some minor inconveniences to some guests because there is some construction noise. Our room was already renovated. It was very clean, comfortable and looked great."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Central Park Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Eton

Windsor Castle featuring heritage architecture and a castle

Windsor City Centre

5/5(15 area reviews)

The great bars and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Windsor City Centre. A stop by Thames Path or Thames River might round out your trip.

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Clewer North

While visiting Clewer North, you might make a stop by sights like Windsor Racecourse and Thames Path.

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Clewer East

While Clewer East isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® Windsor and Windsor Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Clewer South

While there might not be top attractions in Clewer South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LEGOLAND® Windsor and Dorney Lake.

Clewer South

Water Oakley

While there might not be top attractions in Water Oakley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LEGOLAND® Windsor and Bray Marina.

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Park

When in Park, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® Windsor and Windsor Great Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Park


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