Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Castle is a must if you go through Oxford. This palace, a UNESCO World Heritage since 1987, is a marvel from the architectural point of view, with its spectacular interior and its numerous gardens which are varied and very well maintained. Admission costs £ 17.50, but we had a voucher for 2 for 1 with our train ticket. The castle is open daily at 10 am and a little earlier in the summer. You can visit the gardens for a cheaper price then the palace. Admission includes two exhibitions, the secret history of Blenheim, a video show and one on Churchill, ve was born here. The palace was a gift from the King to the Duke of Marlborough for winning the Battle of Blenheim against the French.

Blenheim Palace: The Untold Story is a show with videos, sounds, lights and animated characters that seem really real! They take you through three centuries of history in Blenheim that is not written in books...juicy gossip, lovers, and secrets! As you go from room to room, voices and wax figures offer tidbits of information from 300 years of history, ending with Churchill (who was born in the palace) and the Second World War. The tour is included in the overall ticket price, and is a really interesting way to see Blenheim.