Tower of London Tours and Tickets

Q: How long does the Tower of London tour take?

Tours of the Tower of London typically take about one hour. Altogether set aside at least two hours for your Tower of London visit. That will give you additional time to explore parts of the tower on your own—and wait in the long line to peek at the Crown Jewels.

Q: What is included in the Tower of London tour?

Tower of London tours visit the most popular parts of the tower, such as the Crown Jewels, White Tower, Bloody Tower, and other sites. They also typically grant access to the Torture at the Tower and Royal Mint exhibitions. Your admission ticket covers the famous "Beefeaters" tour.

Q: What should you not miss at the Tower of London?

Don’t miss seeing the Crown Jewels—the wait is worth it. You also don’t want to miss the Beefeater guards and the armory and weapons collection in the White Tower. See the site of Anne Boleyn’s execution at Tower Green and catch views of Tower Bridge from the ramparts.

Q: What is the best day to visit the Tower of London?

The best time to visit the Tower of London is mid-week early mornings, when lines are typically the shortest. Weekends, public holidays, and afternoons are busiest with tourists and school groups. Winters bring shorter lines but wet, dreary weather.

Q: Can you walk around the Tower of London for free?

No, you can’t walk around the Tower of London for free. Visitors must purchase admission tickets or limit their trip to the tower’s far perimeter and bridge. While not required, booking tickets in advance will likely save you time and money.

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Tower of London & Crown Jewels Tour with Beefeater Meet & Greet

While many travelers visit the Tower of London, few are lucky enough to meet a real Beefeater—one of the castle’s ceremonial guardians. Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions during a private Beefeater audience, and listen to anecdotes you won't find in a guidebook. Follow up with a tour of the complex, including a visit to the shimmering Crown Jewels, and time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site independently.

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Tower of London: Guided Tour with Thames River Cruise

Combine a guide-led visit to the Tower of London with a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames on this 2-in-1 tour that saves you booking separate activities. Delve deeper into hundreds of years of history at the Tower of London, where you’ll explore the famous monument, which dates to 1066, and houses the Crown Jewels. Then, board a cruise on the River Thames for a new view of the London skyline.

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Early Access Tower of London: Crown Jewels and Beefeater Ceremony

Visit many of London's top landmarks in one convenient booking. Start with an early-access visit to the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, including the Opening Ceremony and a self-guided Tower of London visit via a multilingual app, taking it all in at your own pace. Then, take another self-guided walking tour for independent exploration of other Westminster landmarks, including Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

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London Tour: Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower

Limited time in London doesn’t have to mean a limited view of the capital. Soak up the key sights in just one action-packed day on this guided walking tour. Explore highlights such as Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace (view the Changing of the Guard on days it's scheduled). Then, cruise the River Thames on a comfortable boat to the Tower of London, and delve into British history as you view the Crown Jewels.

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The medieval Tower of London is widely considered among London’s top attractions, but exploring independently means missing its hidden secrets. On this private tour, explore the tower as your guide brings its history to life—from its previous inmates to the treasures it currently holds. Along the way, meet the ravens guarding the tower, and discover must-see sites including the crown jewels and the White Tower. Upgrade to include a classic afternoon tea after your tour.

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London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster & River Cruise

Limited time in London doesn’t have to mean a limited view of the capital. Soak up the key sights in just one action-packed day on this combination walking tour and sightseeing cruise. Explore highlights including Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, and Buckingham Palace (where you'll view the Changing of the Guard on scheduled days). Then, cruise the Thames River on a comfortable riverboat to the Tower of London where you can delve into British history.

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Have only a short stay in London? See more of the city’s landmarks in less time—and enjoy a memorable way to travel—on a Thames river cruise. Pick from numerous daily departure times, and head to the London Eye Pier to hop aboard your vessel. As you cruise along the river, glimpse monuments ranging from St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tate Modern to Big Ben and the Tower of London. Live on-board commentary is included.

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Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

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Tick off the British capital’s most recognizable landmarks on this attraction-packed London tour. Explore St. Paul’s Cathedral, then make a photo stop at Westminster Abbey. Watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and visit the Tower of London, where you'll have free time for lunch (own expense). Enjoy an extended river Thames River cruise, and upgrade to cap everything with a London Eye ride or cream tea at Harrods.

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Get the flexibility you're after with this London sightseeing bus package. Enjoy getting on and off at multiple stops, including Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Big Ben, and more. Choose how long you want your ticket for, and enjoy the freedom to go at your own pace. What's more, multi-day tickets include a free river cruise, a ride on the Route Master bus, and a night tour. Extra benefits include an AI-powered app with live bus tracking, audio commentary in multiple languages and kids's commentary on select routes.

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Tower of London & Crown Jewels Tour with Beefeater Meet & Greet

RoseEllen_G, Apr 2026

Great balance of tour and time on your own

This was a great experience with plenty of time left to explore the Tower of London on your own after the tour.

Tower of London and Crown Jewels Exhibition Ticket

John_V, Apr 2026

History

The tower of London was a good experience due to the amount of history that is held there. We learned a great many things about the tower who lived there and what was done there.

VIP Early Access: Opening Ceremony Tower of London & Bridge Entry

Vivian_G, Apr 2026

We had the privilege to...

We had the privilege to see the special ceremony at The Tower of London. We learned a lot of history and saw the Crown Jewels with no crowds. Great tour !

Private Tour of The Tower of London

Amanda_M, Mar 2026

Highly recommend!

Marina was an excellent tour guide. She kept my four children engaged while still sharing plenty of fascinating history for the adults. We wouldn’t have enjoyed the Tower of London nearly as much without her. She truly made our day wonderful. Thank you, Marina!

Best of London Tower of London, Crown Jewels, Thames River Cruise

Suzanne_S, Jan 2026

Great tour at Tower of London!

Great tour at Tower of London!! Our tour guide Jane was lovely, extremely knowledgeable, and struck the perfect pace and balance on this tour. We both so enjoyed the vast amount of information about this incredible fortress, the viewing of the tower bridge and of course the crown jewels was amazing!! Loved meeting the ravens as well!!!

Tower of London and Crown Jewels Exhibition Ticket

Michelle_B, Apr 2026

THE top London attraction

Wonderful afternoon spent at the Tower of london. Had an interesting and humorous small tour/info session with Barney, one of the Yeoman guards, that lasted an hour, then explored the Chapel Royal, the white tower and viewed the Crown jewels by ourselves. Sadly ran out of time, we could easily have spent a full day here.

VIP Early Access: Opening Ceremony Tower of London & Bridge Entry

Connie_M, Mar 2026

Worth It!

Warren was a great guide and storyteller. We appreciate him explaining things to us before we experienced them, like the Crown Jewels and before we would enter buildings. We enjoyed seeing the opening ceremony, pics with the guards and beefeaters. It was a tight schedule, which left only 30 minutes to explore the Tower of London, which is not enough time. We had all the time we needed to explore the Tower Bridge, which was awesome! Overall the entire experience was great!

Tower of London After Hours Tour with Beefeater & Keys Ceremony

Faith_K, Oct 2025

Amazing Experience with the Ceremonial of the Key

My favorite part of London visit IS Tower of London! Gary , the Beefeater, was very informative, friendly, and funny. My husband and I completely loved the whole experience and the special ceremony from the beginning till the end. Learning and seeing where an actual history took place was incredibly amazing (we would love it more if Gary invited us to the Pub for the real ale, lol. Hopefully next time? ). Thanks Gary!

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Know before you go

The tower is an incredibly popular attraction—purchase your ticket or book your tour in advance.
Tower of London tickets include options for audio guides in several languages.
Choose an early-access tour to beat the crowds, or combine your trip with visits to other top London sites.
The tower hosts special events, medieval reenactments, and family activities throughout the year.

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