Tower of London

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Attractions near Tower of London: St. Katharine Docks Tower Bridge London City Hall

Tower Hill, London, England, EC3N 4AB

The Basics

Today, the tower famously displays the Crown Jewels (which include the Imperial State Crown) and holds centuries of history within its walls, drawing travelers from near and far. It remains guarded by members of the Royal Bodyguards, known as Beefeaters. Visitors can admire the Royal Armouries in the White Tower, walk along the battlements, and see where Anne Boleyn was executed by order of Henry VIII. The popular Torture at the Tower exhibit, the Coins and Kings exhibit at the Royal Mint, the Fusilier Museum, and the Line of Kings all shed light on the tower's history.

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Tower of London Entrance Ticket Including Crown Jewels and Beefeater Tour

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$37.20 per adult

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If you have only one day...

If you have only one day in london, this is the thing to do. So much history and things to see in one tour. Tickets are pricey but ultimately worth it.

William_M, Mar 2023

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Only way to see Tower of London is a private tour with Claudia

Kerry_T, Mar 2023

Private Tour, Tower of London

We’ve been to the tower several times but never with a tour, much less a private tour. Our tour guide Claudia was amazing and quickly we realized our previous trips were a bit of a waste. Go with a private tour with Claudia to learn all the history and understand the exiting past of the tower. Then if you want to go again on your own you will know it all and can simply enjoy the sights. I highly recommend for anyone visiting the Tower of London. We saw it in a whole new way with Claudia.

Great tour!

Jolie_C, Mar 2023

Kid-Friendly Private Tower of London Tour with Blue Badge Guide

Timothy did a great job engaging the kids in the tour of the Tower of London. We all learned a lot and enjoyed seeing the Crown Jewels.

The only way to tour the Tower or London

Heather_S, Mar 2023

The Tower of London - Small Group Tour with a local expert

James took us on a 1st class experience through the Tower of London. His historical knowledge was as though we were touring with an encyclopedia. He delivered his material in a way everyone could understand and his stories had us captivated. Do not miss this opportunity to really see the Tower of London in all its gore and it’s glory!

Wonderful Experience

Elissa_H, Mar 2023

Best of Royal London including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard and Cruise

Our tour started with the opening of the Tower of London. We got early access inside and saw the opening of the gates and the use of the "King's Keys" with an introduction from actual Beefeaters. It was also lovely to be the first to see the crown jewels. Not really a cruise, but public transit on the Thames. Changing of the Horse Guard was also very cool. Our guide was fantastic and knowledgeable.

Perfect way to see the Tower of London

James_T, Mar 2023

Kid-Friendly Private Tower of London Tour with Blue Badge Guide

Lucy was a superb guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and did a wonderful job of sharing the history of the Tower of London and Britain in a way that was approachable for my son. I would highly recommend a tour with Lucy.

A Must See Experience

daynaweber, Mar 2023

VIP Early Access - Opening Ceremony Tower of London & Bridge with Crown Jewels

A must see experience, early access and opening ceremony meant we got in to see the Crown Jewels. Not enough time to fully see the Tower of London before time to leave for the Tower Bridge, so I opted to stay at this location and skip the bridge. Otherwise we would have to pay a fee to return.

Me and my family’s experience.

Wedad_L, Feb 2023

Private Tour: London Walking Tour of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge

The lady who was taking us to these wonderful locations in the Tower of London.Marguerite.She understood everything and described everything in the utter most detail.My family had a wonderful time.Will definitely come back.

Perfect day out!

Sara_P, Mar 2023

Best of London Including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard, with a Cream Tea or London Eye Upgrade

What a fantastic trip! My daughter (21) and I enjoyed every moment. The tour was comprehensive and afforded us a great opportunity to see all the historic sights while enjoying history and commentary from our expert guide, John. He and driver, Sean, took great care to ensure our trip was successful. St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower of London, boat tour and Harrod’s-it was a perfect day. Thanks also to Lisa for her help. Will recommend!!

James is a wealth of knowledge!

Christina_G, Mar 2023

The Tower of London - Small Group Tour with a local expert

James was an excellent guide through the Tower of London. He is a wealth of knowledge on British history and added so many details above what was posted on the exhibits. It was a lengthy tour (the unusually cold temperature made it a little tough at times!), but necessary to get through the whole Tower of London. Definitely recommend James and this tour.

Great informative tour

Ann_M, Mar 2023

Best of Royal London including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard and Cruise

Great and informative tour. You get about an hour in the Tower of London and then it’s on to walking to see the Changing of the Guard. Rob is a fantastic tour guide! Thoroughly enjoyed his stories and humor.

Fun Tour - Title Change Needed

Josh_B, Mar 2023

Best of Royal London including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard and Cruise

Tour guide was great. Unfortunately the title says changing of the guard and unfortunately it isn’t possible on certain days, including Monday, due to the later opening time at the tower. We still had a good time but others in our tour group were pretty unhappy.

Informative tour with behind-the-scenes perspective

Cathy_A, Mar 2023

VIP Early Access - Opening Ceremony Tower of London & Bridge with Crown Jewels

I thought our tour guide's explanations were authentic, to-the-point, appropriately humorous, and not mechanical. I appreciated his sharing of some behind-the-scenes stories about modern-day living in a historical monument.

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Things to Know Before You Go

This is an incredibly popular London attraction, so it's recommended that you buy your ticket or book your tour in advance.
Choose an early-access tour to beat the crowds, or combine your trip with visits to other top London sites.
Special events, medieval reenactments, and family activities are held at the tower throughout the year.

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How to Get There

The tower is located at the north end of the Tower Bridge on London's Thames River waterfront. The closest tube station is Tower Hill via the Circle and District lines.

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When to Get There

The tower is open March to October from 9am to 5:30pm (Sunday and Monday from 10am) and November to February from 9am to 4:30pm (Sunday and Monday from 10am). Due to its popularity, queues can get long, especially in the afternoon—visiting first thing in the morning is your best bet to avoid crowds.

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Unlocking the Tower's Secrets

The tower's wildly entertaining Beefeaters, or Yeoman Warders, share stories and secrets on the widely recommended Beefeater tour. Learn fun facts such as how six ravens are kept at the Tower of London at all times, and how legend has it that if they ever leave, the tower will fall. There's even a "raven master" tasked with looking after them and a seventh raven on hand just in case. Tours begin every 30 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What are the nearest attractions to Tower of London?

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Tower of London

The Basics

Recent reviews from experiences in London

Things to Know Before You Go

How to Get There

Trip ideas

15 Things to Do in London During the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

The Best Things To See at Tate Britain

London Do’s And Don’ts: 10 Unwritten Rules That Every Londoner Knows

8 Things to Do When the Making of Harry Potter Tickets are Sold Out

10 Things Every “Harry Potter” Fan Should Do in London

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A Holly Jolly Guide to London During the Holidays

10 Iconic London Dishes You Need To Try on Your Next Trip

10 of the Most Instagrammable Places in London

10 Under-the-Radar Museums in London

How to Spend 3 Days in London During the Holidays

Top 5 Royal Palaces in London and How to Visit

A Hufflepuff's Perfect Day in London

A Fortnum & Mason Employee’s Guide to London

When to Get There

Unlocking the Tower's Secrets

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