Generations of the Howard family made the Grand Tour to Europe, returning home with ancient sculptures, paintings, and other treasures which have filled the building and defined the character of Castle Howard.  

Join our Curatorial team on this exclusive tour to discover more about these collectors and their collections, and learn how these precious objects were bought, transported, and displayed at Castle Howard.

This tour lasts 75 minutes and is wheelchair accessible. Ticket includes access to the House and Gardens during the day of your visit which open from 10am. As this tour takes place after the house closes, we recommend visiting the House and Gardens before your tour.