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Tower of London Guided Tours
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See the Tower of London on a guided tour with access to the opening ceremony.
- This exclusive early-morning small-group 2-hour guided tour grants you a rare front-row spot at the Beefeaters opening ceremony.
- Capture an intimate photo with the guards, then be among the first to marvel at the Crown Jewels, without the crowds, saving an hour in queues.
- See over 140 precious stones and coronation regalia including the Koh-i-Noor-studded Imperial State Crown and the Sceptre with Cross.
- Explore the Traitor’s Gate, where prisoners were brought into the Tower, and Bloody Tower, the infamous prison, with an expert guide.
- Get a crash course on what to look out for in the White Tower, known for its 1000-year-old history, from your guide.
See the Tower of London on a guided tour with access to the opening ceremony.
- This exclusive early-morning small-group 2-hour guided tour grants you a rare front-row spot at the Beefeaters opening ceremony.
- Capture an intimate photo with the guards, then be among the first to marvel at the Crown Jewels, without the crowds, saving an hour in queues.
- See over 140 precious stones and coronation regalia including the Koh-i-Noor-studded Imperial State Crown and the Sceptre with Cross.
- Explore the Traitor’s Gate, where prisoners were brought into the Tower, and Bloody Tower, the infamous prison, with an expert guide.
- Get a crash course on what to look out for in the White Tower, known for its 1000-year-old history, from your guide.
Inclusions
- 2-hour guided tour of the Tower of London
- Small group of max 20 people
- Access to the Tower of London opening ceremony
- Photoshoot with Beefeater guide
- Early access to Crown Jewels
- Entry to:
- Beefeater’s Quarters
- Traitor’s Gate
- Bloody Tower
- Tower Green
- Royal Bedrooms
- White Tower
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup
- Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.
- Keep in mind that drones, food & beverages, alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, buggies, pushchairs, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Shutterbugs take note: Photography is a no-go inside the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.
- Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 20 people.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Meet a Yeoman Warder & be among the first to see the Crown Jewels.
- Explore the Tower of London, a UNESCO Site with skip-the-line entry, and get exclusive access to meet one of the Yeomen Warders (Beefeaters).
- Listen to your Yeoman Warder, the elite guard of the Tower, as they tell you mysterious stories like the one of the White Tower where young princes vanished.
- Stroll through the Tower before the crowds arrive along with an expert English-speaking guide who will regale you with interesting stories and facts.
- Discover the glorious legacy of the 600-year-old Crown Jewels, and find out about the exotic beasts that were part of the Royal Menagerie.
Meet a Yeoman Warder & be among the first to see the Crown Jewels.
- Explore the Tower of London, a UNESCO Site with skip-the-line entry, and get exclusive access to meet one of the Yeomen Warders (Beefeaters).
- Listen to your Yeoman Warder, the elite guard of the Tower, as they tell you mysterious stories like the one of the White Tower where young princes vanished.
- Stroll through the Tower before the crowds arrive along with an expert English-speaking guide who will regale you with interesting stories and facts.
- Discover the glorious legacy of the 600-year-old Crown Jewels, and find out about the exotic beasts that were part of the Royal Menagerie.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line, morning access to the Tower of London
- English-guided tour
- Private meet and greet with a Beefeater/Yeoman Warder
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Keep in mind that luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
- Smoking, eating, and drinking within all buildings are not allowed.
- Not all areas of this experience are accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Celia
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was fantastic! Our outside guide Louise was lovely and interesting and very funny. Our beefeater inside was very interesting and also very funny! We learned a lot from them both, and were very pleased to have taken the private tour.
Natasha
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our guide was great and "Beefeater" Andy was engaging and funny in telling the history of the Tower. Highly recommend this tour during visit.
Jackie
Nov 2024Verified booking
The guide that greeted us was so warm and inviting! We loved chatting with her! Her sense of humor and wit were incredibly on point, not to mention her knowledge and love of the attraction itself. The Beefeater that greeted us was just witty and fun - full of great information and gallows humor! Getting there early for the 8:30 tour proved beneficial as well. Once our time was finished with the guide, we headed straight to the Crown Jewels. There was no line at all when we entered. Just an hour later and it was packed!
Emily
Oct 2024Verified booking
We loved the experiene with the beefeater but also our guide before going into the Tower of London gave us a great overview and history lesson. Overall we loved this experience.
Sian
Aug 2024Verified booking
When we arrived , originally they couldn't find my booking and said Headout regularly overbook and that I could just have a refund if they couldn't resolve it which wasn't the point when I had booked it well in advance. Luckily the staff were able to find the booking eventually. The Barney the beefeater was brilliant !! and so funny !! Couldn't sing his praises enough however would have like it to have lasted more than 45 mins. The jewels were lovely to visit. And the grounds were beautifully kept!
Mark
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our tour had only 4 tourist and as such, small as it was, the key master "forgive the name" gave us and our guide a very special tour. We were give audience to the offices of the key master and his officers. And a very private and informed tour of the chapel. He was very nice and informed
Ashley
Jul 2024Verified booking
The ticketing experience was excellent and I appreciate the convenience and ease of it all. My only slight complaint is that I think the tour is misnamed. I went into it thinking that we would have a Beefeater as our tour guide throughout when in fact he was with us for the first 5-10 minutes only during the key opening ceremony. (He was fantastic and we loved that part of the experience). But then he was gone and we had a regular tour guide (who was lovely and knowledgeable but not a Beefeater)
Jennifer
Jun 2024Verified booking
Very easy to find our guide - who was amazing. Interesting, informative and kept our interest. The Beefeater was also very informative and happy to pose with photo of us after. As it was early in day , no real queue or overcrowding in the Crown Jewels display area. Highly recommend doing this experience.
William
May 2024Verified booking
Early entry to Tower before crowd. Guide Natalie gave a great introduction with good humor. Y Oman Warder was also very entertaining and informative-- stayed until all questions were answered.
Amber
May 2024Verified booking
I appreciate some of the Beefeaters energy but for the most part the whole experience felt rushed and as though we were an inconvenience. I've done the Beefeater tour before and it did not feel this way last time. He also skipped stories that were told last time. The story of Monmouth and the reattachment of his head for the painting. The fact that Isaac Newton stayed at the tower. Also stories about the ravens. It was a bummer all around because I had talked about this experience as a major highlight to my husband who was experiencing it for the first time. If the experience is going to be shorter, let us know and charge us less.
Kelly
May 2024Verified booking
Scott Kelly our Beefeater was excellent, very engaging, knowledgeable, good sense of humour. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting London
Judith
May 2024Verified booking
So glad we booked this early access tour. Amazing experience made even more memorable by our Yeoman Warder guide. 6 stars out of 5 🤩
Robert
Apr 2024Verified booking
8.30 meetings with guide 30 minutes talking about builds you can see in London nothing to do with tower ! Was expecting more time with beefeater we had 20 mins maiyaboutbthe ravens and Roman wall! Although he did question what the guide had said as not double up so not a great deal of communication lastly our group suddenly double with another party which took away the communication we were having with the beefeater very disappointing was expecting more time and more history
Jill
Dec 2024Verified booking
David was brilliant very knowledgeable and easy to understand Expected longer with the Beefeater but it was a good tour
Kerry
Nov 2024Verified booking
Andy was very informative and had a lovely story method mixed with a sense of humour.
Joan
Oct 2024Verified booking
Tour guide was funny and interesting and very knowledgeable
albert
Oct 2024Verified booking
saw a lot of interesting things. Walking was a little too long and could have done with a little less dates and names
Eich
Oct 2024Verified booking
OUR GUIDE was awesome and definitely he has a great knowledge. We surely recommend the tour with the Beefeater
Bonnie
Oct 2024Verified booking
Enjoyed the guide and the Beefeaters summary of the area!
Marie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Nathalie our guide was awesome. The yeoman tour was wonderful!
Bill
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very informative on the history meeting with the Beefeater was great
Yvette
Sep 2024Verified booking
The brief information and access to the tower.
Ledergerber-Frey
Aug 2024Verified booking
The crown jewels and the explanations from the Beefeater - in the morning it was very pleasant
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Michael
Aug 2024Verified booking
Knowledge, welcoming, however guide tour was very short
Julie
Aug 2024Verified booking
We enjoyed the information shared by our Beefeater tour.
Guided Tours
Tower of London Guided Tour, Thames Cruise, Changing of the Guards and Optional Opening Ceremony
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
Timeline
Map
START POINT
Tower of London Ticket Office
Meet your English-speaking guide at the Ticket Office at the Tower of London.
0.16 km
3 minutes
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Tower of London
Tickets included
The Tower of London, a historic castle on the banks of the River Thames, is a symbol of British power and history. This iconic fortress has served as a royal palace, an armory, a prison, and a treasury.
0.16 km
3 minutes
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Thames River Cruise
8 attractions
Tickets included
Experience the magic of London from the River Thames, a relaxing and scenic way to explore the city! Cruise past iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, and St Paul's Cathedral, while learning about the city's rich history and culture from your English-speaking guide.
Nearby things to do
Tower Bridge
21 min walk
The Shard
22 min walk
HMS Belfast
22 min walk
St. Paul's Cathedral
14 min walk
Shakespeare's Globe
15 min walk
London Eye
8 min walk
Big Ben
1 min walk
Westminster Abbey
2 min walk
3.37 km
27 minutes
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Skip the lines at the Tower, & watch the Changing of the Guard.
- See the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames River cruise in one day, saving time and money.
- Get a healthy dose of royalty as you marvel at the Crown Jewels at the Tower and the palatial residence of Buckingham Palace.
- With a guided tour of the Tower, the Thames River cruise, and the Buckingham Palace grounds, you can learn much about the city and its rich history.
- While skip-the-line early access to the Tower is guaranteed, you can also upgrade your experience to see the Beefeater (Yeoman Warders) opening ceremony.
Skip the lines at the Tower, & watch the Changing of the Guard.
- See the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames River cruise in one day, saving time and money.
- Get a healthy dose of royalty as you marvel at the Crown Jewels at the Tower and the palatial residence of Buckingham Palace.
- With a guided tour of the Tower, the Thames River cruise, and the Buckingham Palace grounds, you can learn much about the city and its rich history.
- While skip-the-line early access to the Tower is guaranteed, you can also upgrade your experience to see the Beefeater (Yeoman Warders) opening ceremony.
Inclusions
Tower of London
- Guided tour of the Tower of London
- Skip-the-line early access
- English-speaking guide
- Opening ceremony at the Tower of London (as per option selected)
Thames River Cruise
- Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames
- English-speaking guide
Buckingham Palace
- Walking tour around Buckingham Palace
- Changing of the Guards ceremony
Exclusions
- Entry to the Buckingham Palace
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Tower of London, Changing of the Guard, and Thames River Cruise
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Some lines may form due to increased security measures, even with skip-the-line access.
- The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time, and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Please note that the schedule may change and on different dates, you will see either Foot Guards or Horse Guards.
- In case the Changing of the Guard ceremony is canceled, you will be provided with a walking tour of Westminster instead.
- Keep in mind that large bags, sharp objects, and items that can cause security hazards are not allowed in these experiences. Pack wisely!
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for these experiences.
- These experiences are partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venues.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Saldino
Dec 2024Verified booking
What I loved the most was all of the valuable information that the guide gave us. From the sites, locations and restaurants. I'll definitely be returning and recommend this service to my friends and family.
Sherry
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our guide was knowledgeable and personable. The allotted time at the Tower of London would have been awesome if it was even 30 minutes longer. However as part of the tour included a boat ride down the Thames there was a schedule that had to be adhered to.
Katharine
Oct 2024Verified booking
Natalie was amazing! She gave us facts instead of pointing to something and giving us the name as we walked by. It was fascinating!
Linda
Oct 2024Verified booking
This was the most fabulous 4-hour tour. Our guide was Natalie. She was attentive to every single person on the tour and made sure we always got the best viewing spots. Our ticket included a Thames ride in addition to the Crown Jewels, Tower of London and changing of the guard at Buckinghma Palace. I truly feel your visit of London would not be complete without it.
Matthew
Oct 2024Verified booking
The guide was great was able to get us into great spots for photos quickly. Well planned. Well executed! The directions to meet up are a bit dodgy. The guides carry little flags on sticks but the booking makes it sound as if there is sign creating confusion till you figure it out.
Denise
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tower of london has always been on my bucket list and the tour guide Sophie was absolutely amazing. She was funny and knowledgeable and really gave a great tour.
Geni
Sep 2024Verified booking
They were calling when I was on a ship not able to take a phone call but ended up getting the info via voice maile time was earlier. I'm good. Once in London I get a phone call. I said I got the message time change and the Rep was no I had to be a different day . As soon as I said I can't do that all of a sudden she say she can't hear me trouble on the line . Maybe but I could hear her. She said call back the number I just called on. I did ended up being a phone tree and I pressed the option to call me back which didn't happened. I'm assuming it's cancelled. The following day another Rep calls to tell me about the time change which doesn't work now since I assumed you all cancelled on me. She said she would refund my money which better happen. This was not on me and please do the right thing.
Jaime
Sep 2024Verified booking
We had a great time. Our guide was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed the experience. I do wish we could have had more time at the tower.
Lynne
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide Jeremy was the best part of the experience. He was friendly, informative and funny. The reason I didn't rate it awesome is because we didn't actually get a guided tour of the Tower of London or early access as was advertised
Manuela
Aug 2024Verified booking
The Tower of London. It's a shame that we had so little time inside the Tower and couldn't see everything at our leisure.
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cuvier
Aug 2024Verified booking
The Harry Potter performance was sublime, with the actors living up to their roles, the set, special effects and atmosphere were great ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Laura
Jul 2024Verified booking
Seeing the sights, going on the boat were nice. Getting through the line quickly was nice. Not sure your was completely necessary to view Tower of london
Nigel
Jul 2024Verified booking
Jeremy was very knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide but the tour was tower of Lond and changing of the guards but there was no guards changing. We still enjoyed the tour though
Stärkel,
May 2024Verified booking
The early tour of the Tower with the Changing of the Guard and the Crown Jewels is an absolute recommendation. Mary, our guide, then led us through the sights of Westminster and gave us lots of additional information. You could tell that she is still fascinated by this city. And that's exactly what she conveyed to us as a group in a very authentic way. Top!
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Sarah
May 2024Verified booking
Louise was extremely knowledgeable and a very experienced welcoming guide. The overall experience was exceptional, however 1 hour in the Tower of London is just not long enough to enjoy or see it all.
Gràinne
Apr 2024Verified booking
Overall a very enjoyable experience. The guide Isabelle was exceptional full of nuggets of information. For me travelling with two children under 13 some concession should have been given. Definitely recommend to my colleagues just double check what your paying for and booked.
Victoria
Mar 2024Verified booking
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very engaging. A really enjoyable experience. I learnt quite a few new bits of information about London. I really enjoyed watching the opening ceremony of the Tower of London and the Crown Jewels.
Elisabeth
Nov 2024Verified booking
Natalie was a great tourguide!
Marco
Sep 2024Verified booking
Everything was perfect. Could not have been better very excited to have done this visit.
Rowan
Aug 2024Verified booking
Jeremy led a really fun and informative tour of the City. Highly recommend.
Ashley
Aug 2024Verified booking
Jeremy was a great guide- very engaging and knowledgable.
Laura
Aug 2024Verified booking
The instructor Lee was super affable and gracious when we were late to the tour. Very knowledgeable Lee was.
Christina
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide Jeremy was fantastic!!! He was informative and fun!
Joan
Aug 2024Verified booking
Guide was interesting and informative.
Norman
Jul 2024Verified booking
Ticket experience was easy and worked out well! Hi was a great tour guide who was friendly and knowledgeable
- Uncover London's rich history with a guided tour to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, along with a relaxing cruise down River Thames.
- Delve into St. Paul's Cathedral's magnificent architecture, and explore its 7 chapels, crypt, and interiors guided by an expert to enrich your experience.
- Learn about the 1000-year history of the Tower of London, marvel at the world-famous Crown Jewels, and get a glimpse of royal life.
- Enjoy the beauty of London's skyline from the River Thames as you sail towards Westminster Pier, and gaze at iconic attractions like the London Eye.
- Uncover London's rich history with a guided tour to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, along with a relaxing cruise down River Thames.
- Delve into St. Paul's Cathedral's magnificent architecture, and explore its 7 chapels, crypt, and interiors guided by an expert to enrich your experience.
- Learn about the 1000-year history of the Tower of London, marvel at the world-famous Crown Jewels, and get a glimpse of royal life.
- Enjoy the beauty of London's skyline from the River Thames as you sail towards Westminster Pier, and gaze at iconic attractions like the London Eye.
Inclusions
- Entry and guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral
- Entry and guided tour of the Tower of London
- River cruise between Tower and Westminster Pier
- Expert guide
- WiFi on-board
- Personal audio headset
- Superior coach USB charging on-board
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Lunch
- Tip: St Paul’s Cathedral is a working church, it is possible to attend a private prayer or take part in the more popular Evensong.
- Luggage and large bags are not allowed at St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London.
- Some areas of St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London are not accessible to wheelchair users.
- Trained assistance dogs are welcome.
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking within all buildings are not allowed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Richard
Apr 2024Verified booking
The tour guide was informative and we learned a lot. It was also easy to book on the app and easy to find where the tour started.
Guðleif
Feb 2024Verified booking
The guide Sheila was superb so full of warmth, humor and ironi. We enjoyed the walks trough the cathedral with a little mischeivous twist when looking for the carved fish and spaceship and the grounds of the Tower and we will definitly book guided tours with the company again, Guðleif & Kristján, Iceland
Shannon
Dec 2023Verified booking
Our guide Silvia was so amazing! Her knowledge of London is unmatched and her delivery was both entertaining and captivating!
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Visit the Tower after sunset to watch the Ceremony of the Keys
- Skip the crowds and enjoy an intimate 1.5-hour guided tour of the Tower of London. Be among the privileged few to witness the Ceremony of the Keys.
- A Yeoman Warder (Beefeater), a former soldier who now guards the Tower will guide you, revealing its history of being a zoo, prison, and Royal Mint.
- Hear tales of Anne Boleyn's execution, the unsolved disappearance of 2 princes in the 1400s, and rumors of their spirits that may still haunt the grounds.
- In the Ceremony of Keys, a Warder in red leads an escort with a lantern and they lock the Tower's gates, ending the day with a bugle call.
- Step beneath the dark archway of Traitor's Gate, an entry point for prisoners brought by river, and explore the Execution Square where they met their end.
Visit the Tower after sunset to watch the Ceremony of the Keys
- Skip the crowds and enjoy an intimate 1.5-hour guided tour of the Tower of London. Be among the privileged few to witness the Ceremony of the Keys.
- A Yeoman Warder (Beefeater), a former soldier who now guards the Tower will guide you, revealing its history of being a zoo, prison, and Royal Mint.
- Hear tales of Anne Boleyn's execution, the unsolved disappearance of 2 princes in the 1400s, and rumors of their spirits that may still haunt the grounds.
- In the Ceremony of Keys, a Warder in red leads an escort with a lantern and they lock the Tower's gates, ending the day with a bugle call.
- Step beneath the dark archway of Traitor's Gate, an entry point for prisoners brought by river, and explore the Execution Square where they met their end.
Inclusions
- 1.5-hour VIP walking tour of the Tower of London grounds
- English-speaking Yeoman Warder guide
- Small group of up to 20 guests
- After-hours entry to the Tower of London grounds
- Ceremony of the Keys
Exclusions
- Entry to Tower of London buildings
- Access to Crown Jewels
- Tip: Read about the Ceremony of the Keys beforehand to appreciate the symbolism, from the Chief Warder's lantern to the sentry's exchange.
- Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 20 people.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for mobility issues.
- Please note that the Crown Jewels and access inside buildings are not included in this tour.
- To help ensure everyone's safety, please include the full names of everyone joining you on the tour when you book.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Why take a guided tour of the Tower of London?
- Expert Insights: Gain in-depth knowledge about the Tower of London's history and significance from a knowledgeable guide.
- Skip the Queues: Save time with priority access, avoiding long lines and maximizing your time exploring the attraction.
- Insider Stories: Hear fascinating tales and anecdotes from your guide, providing a deeper understanding of the tower's past.
- Efficient Exploration: Navigate the complex layout of the Tower of London more efficiently with the guidance of an experienced tour leader.
- Exclusive Access: Enjoy special privileges such as early entry or access to restricted areas, enhancing your overall experience.
Which guided tour is best for you?
Early access private tour
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours
- Suited for: History enthusiasts and early risers who want to explore London's iconic landmarks before the crowds arrive.
- Ticket price: Starts from £87.68
Why go for it?
- Beat the rush: Enjoy early morning access to the Tower of London for a more personalized experience.
- Exclusive insights: Engage with a Beefeater guide who shares authentic tales of the tower's history.
- Crown Jewels legacy: Delve into the 600-year-old history of the Crown Jewels, a must-see for history buffs.
Recommended tours:
Tower of London Early Access Private Tour with Beefeater Guide
Guided combo tours
- Duration- Over 4 hours
- Suited for- Ones who want to go beyond the regular sightseeing
- Ticket price- Starting from £56.05
Why go for it?
- Gain exclusive access to Tower of London, along with access to Crown Jewels, entry to London Eye, and a cruise on Thames River.
- Enjoy a relaxing Thames River cruise, providing a unique perspective of London's landmarks from the water.
- Depending on your ticket, it may also include a chance to enjoy 'changing of the guards' ceremony.
Recommended tour:
London Eye + Thames River Cruise + Tower of London Tickets with Access to Crown Jewels
Tower of London, Thames River Cruise & Changing of the Guards
Highlights covered on your guided tour
Crown Jewels
Thames River
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
London Eye
The Crown Jewels at the Tower of London are a renowned collection of over 100 sacred and ceremonial objects, boasting over 23,000 gemstones. Displayed since 1661, they include the Coronation Regalia, protected by advanced security, and are a significant tourist attraction.
The Thames River, spanning 346 kilometers from the Cotswolds to London, is central to the city's history, culture, and economy. It features iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and the London Eye, supports vibrant wildlife and offers popular river cruises and festivals.
The Changing of the Guard at the Tower of London is a daily event featuring the Ceremonial Opening at 9am, the Ceremony of the Word at 3pm, and the Ceremony of the Keys at 9:52pm. This historic ritual involves Yeoman Warders and Tower Guards, who ensure the security of the Tower and its treasures.
The London Eye, a renowned cantilevered observation wheel on the south bank of the River Thames, stands at 135 meters tall. Opened in 2000, it features 32 air-conditioned capsules, each holding up to 25 people. The wheel offers stunning city views and operates at 0.6 miles per hour, making it a must-visit London attraction.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tower of London guided tours
How much does a Tower of London guided tour cost?
Ticket prices vary depending on the specific tour package chosen. You can find current prices and book tickets here.
Which is the best Tower of London tour?
The best Tower of London tour depends on your preferences. Options include early access tours, combined tours with other attractions, and VIP experiences. Explore our range of tours to find the one that suits you best.
Why should I opt for a guided tour of the Tower of London and what does it include?
A guided tour offers expert insights into the tower's history, skip-the-line access, and a more immersive experience. It typically includes entry tickets, a knowledgeable guide, and sometimes additional perks like river cruises or palace visits.
How long does a Tower of London guided tour last?
Most Tower of London guided tours last around 4 hours, but specific durations may vary depending on the tour package chosen.
What languages are Tower of London guided tours available in?
Tower of London guided tours are primarily conducted in English. However, audio guides in multiple languages may be available for certain tours.
What parts of the Tower of London can I access with a guided tour?
With a guided tour, you can access key areas of the Tower of London, including the Crown Jewels, White Tower, and medieval palace, while also learning about its history and significance from your guide.
Do I get skip-the-line access with my Tower of London tour?
Yes, most Tower of London guided tours offer skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass long queues and make the most of your time exploring the attraction.
What is the cancellation policy for a Tower of London tour?
Cancellation policies vary depending on the tour operator and the type of ticket purchased. Please refer to the specific terms and conditions outlined at the time of booking.
Are the Tower of London guided tours suitable for children?
Tower of London guided tours are suitable for children, but it's essential to consider the duration and content of the tour when deciding. Some tours may offer family-friendly experiences or activities specifically tailored for younger visitors.