Looking for the best optician in Guildford? This guide ranks every optician we found on Google Maps with a Guildford-area postcode, using Google's own star ratings and review counts rather than anyone's opinion.
We found 8 opticians with a Guildford postcode (GU1 to GU4), across Guildford town centre, Burpham, Merrow, Stoughton, Onslow Village, Shalford, Worplesdon and Park Barn. For each one we pulled the live Google rating and review count, and the things customers mention most in their reviews. Every number is correct at the time of writing (10 October 2026).
How we ranked them: highest Google star rating first, with ties broken by number of reviews. Places with fewer than 50 reviews go after the rest, because a handful of five-star reviews isn’t a fair comparison with hundreds.
19 White Lion Walk, Guildford GU1 3DN, United Kingdom
Get directionsThe Glasses Shop on White Lion Walk in Guildford has 4.9 stars from 129 Google reviews. What customers mention most: quality lenses (10), photo chromatic varifocals (3), advice on frames (3) and eye test (3).
Good to know: open 10am–4:45pm Monday to Saturday, 11am–4pm Sunday. Phone +44 1483 452787.
What reviewers say
“Glasses always delivered much faster than promised, at unbeatable prices.” (a Google reviewer)
3, 1 Milkhouse Gate, Guildford GU1 3EZ, United Kingdom
Get directionsOptical Express Guildford on Milkhouse Gate in Guildford has 4.8 stars from 94 Google reviews. What customers mention most: laser eye surgery (22), welcoming staff (18), aftercare (10) and lens replacement surgery (9).
Good to know: open 9:30am–6pm Tuesday to Thursday; closed Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Phone +44 1483 740266.
What reviewers say
“Excellent service with my lense replacement surgery and after care!” (a Google reviewer)
22-24 Swan Ln, Guildford GU1 4EQ, United Kingdom
Get directionsBoots Opticians on Swan Lane in Guildford has 4.7 stars from 557 Google reviews. What customers mention most: polite staff (64), eye test (40), glasses repair (26) and contact lens check (15).
Good to know: open 9am–5:30pm Monday to Saturday, 11am–5pm Sunday. Phone +44 1483 573637.
What reviewers say
“Great optician service from Sagal, very helpful, understanding and friendly.” (a Google reviewer)
Unit 13, Tunsgate Quarter Unit 13, Guildford GU1 3QY, United Kingdom
Get directionsDavid Clulow Opticians - Guildford in Guildford has 4.5 stars from 96 Google reviews. What customers mention most: eye test (14), polite staff (7), contact lenses appointment (6) and clear explanations (3).
Good to know: open 9am–6pm Monday to Saturday, 10am–4pm Sunday. Phone +44 1483 453339.
What reviewers say
“The optometrist was extremely helpful and knowledgeable.” (a Google reviewer)
51 High St, Guildford GU1 3DY, United Kingdom
Get directionsVision Express Opticians - Guildford on High Street in Guildford has 4.4 stars from 546 Google reviews. What customers mention most: eye test (63), polite staff (30), contact lenses (25) and wait time (16).
Good to know: open 9am–5:30pm Monday to Saturday, 10:30am–4:30pm Sunday. Phone +44 1483 300344.
What reviewers say
“Easy booking, friendly opticians and reasonable price, all good” (a Google reviewer)
Specsavers Opticians and Audiologists - Guildford
Opening hours, contact details and more →known for helpful staff
23 Friary St, Guildford GU1 4EH, United Kingdom
Get directionsSpecsavers Opticians and Audiologists - Guildford on Friary Street in Guildford has 4.2 stars from 608 Google reviews. What customers mention most: helpful staff (233), eye test (75), contact lenses (19) and clear explanations (17).
Good to know: open 8:30am–5:30pm Monday to Saturday, 9am–5pm Sunday. Phone +44 1483 452225.
What reviewers say
“My glasses were ready for me and care was taken to ensure they fitted.” (a Google reviewer)
214-216 High St, Guildford GU1 3JB, United Kingdom
Get directionsNicklins on High Street in Guildford has 4.7 stars from 27 Google reviews. What customers mention most: eye tests (7) and advice (2).
Good to know: open 9am–1pm2–5pm Monday to Friday, 9am–1pm Saturday; closed Sunday. Phone +44 1483 561256.
What reviewers say
“... and a much more thorough eye exam than Specsavers.” (a Google reviewer)
Bayfields Opticians and Audiologists - Guildford
Opening hours, contact details and more →known for eye test
37 High St, Guildford GU1 3DY, United Kingdom
Get directionsBayfields Opticians and Audiologists - Guildford on High Street in Guildford has 4.6 stars from 41 Google reviews. What customers mention most: eye test (11), book (3), online booking (2) and modern equipment (2). Friendly staff come up in 18 reviews.
Good to know: open 9am–5:30pm Monday to Saturday; closed Sunday. Phone +44 1483 575650.
What reviewers say
“Great Service, helped fix my glasses on the spot before I went on holiday.” (a Google reviewer)
The verdict
On Google ratings, The Glasses Shop comes out on top with 4.9 stars from 129 reviews. 6 of the 8 opticians we found have 50+ reviews, which is the point where a rating becomes a fair comparison. Ratings change, so check the latest on Google before you go.
Best optician by area
Guildford: The Glasses Shop (★ 4.9, 129 reviews), then Optical Express Guildford (★ 4.8).
How we ranked them
1. Which places: every optician on Google Maps with a Guildford postcode (GU1 to GU4).
2. Order: Google star rating, highest first, with ties broken by review count. Places with fewer than 50 reviews are listed after the rest.
3. “Mentioned in X reviews”: these counts come from the review topics Google shows on each listing. We haven’t picked or edited them.
4. We don’t quote prices, because they change. Check with the business.
5. Nobody paid to be on this list, and nobody can pay to move up it.
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