Guided Tours

Tower of London Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

Aerial view of the Tower of London with surrounding walls and greenery.

Entrance to the historic Tower of London, early morning tour setting.

Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London exhibition.

Tower of London exterior with visitors, part of early access guided tour.

Duration

1 hr 15 min - 3 hr

Open today

9:00am - 5:30pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.4/5(750)

Sue B

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

A Brilliant EXperience from start to finish. Natalie gave us some interesting facts about the area we met before we got to the tower, and was obviously very passionate about her job and the area in general (She was not a native Londoner which shows how special the area is) The entry into the tower was very smooth, and we were taken to meet our very own "Beefeater". We were taken to an area outside of where the Yeoman Guards live for a chat on the history of the Yeoman guards and what it entails - I, Unfortunately, can't recall the name of our Beefeater but he was very knowledgeable, informative, friendly and passionate about his role as a Yeoman warder We got to see several of the ravens, And in one case we were stopped from exiting via the normal route as 2 of them had taken up roosting there. we were only planning on being there for 1.5 hrs - thinking that was enough time to see everything - we were wrong .. we ended up missing our westminster walking tour so we could see everything the tower had to offer ADVICE - leave a good 3 to 4 hours if you want to experience it all as we were there for 3.5 hours and we didnt get to see the fusilier museum

Denise S

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

This tour was terrific! The guide, Sophie, was very annimated and engaging. Being at the tower for the opening ceremony enabled us to walk right in to see the crown jewels rather than stand in a long line. The Beefeater who explained the ceremony was also fabulous. For me, it was worth the money to have the early access. The tour ends shortly after the ceremony as tours are not allowed inside the crown jewel area. I recommend this for anyone with limited time in London.

Eric S

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Headout made it easy to book, the touring company involved was a little late to the game, but they came through in the end as the guide fell ill that morning. That said, it gave us a chance to meet Lisa Garland Beefeater #422, shared some great stories and fun insights. Special access in the morning, made rhe visit extra special .

Terence F

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

We loved the whole experience, the meet and greet with the beefeater was great, he shared some great stories with us and when my wife mentioned that she was from Yorkshire he was over the moon. He was a Leeds Utd fan! The tower certainly was a great choice as one of the world's greatest attractions, thoroughly enjoyed by both of us.

Jiszda G

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

The Beefeater’s fascinating insights into life at the Tower. We really enjoyed being in a small group and not having to wait in line. Plus, we started the tour at 8:30 a.m.—which meant we avoided the many school groups that arrive later. All in all, a very enjoyable experience.

Jessica K

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The tour with the BeefEater was fantastic- we learned about the history of the tower as well as the Beef eaters themselves, and the early admission allowed us to see the crown jewels with out having to wait on a very long line

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Tower of London and maximise your time exploring this historic fortress, from Traitor’s Gate and the Bloody Tower to Tower Green.

Join an expert English-speaking guide on a small-group tour through the Tower’s most legendary sites, with plenty of time for questions and interaction.

Get up close to the world-famous Crown Jewels, a dazzling collection of ceremonial regalia that includes crowns, orbs, and sceptres, symbolising centuries of royal tradition.

Let your guide transport you through time with gripping tales of royal plots, ill-fated prisoners, and daring escapes, unfolding right where they happened.

Begin your day with early access to the Tower, including the Opening Ceremony, a rare chance to meet a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater), or a flexible Thames River cruise.

Skip-the-line access to the Tower of London

Access to the Crown Jewels

Guided tour of the Tower of London

English-speaking guide

Additional paid upgrades:

Early access to the Tower of London

15-min private meet and greet with a Yeoman Warder (Beefeater)

Access to the Opening Ceremony

Flexible Thames River cruise

Small group of max. 20 guests

Gratuities

Hotel transfers

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Denise S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
This tour was terrific! The guide, Sophie, was very annimated and engaging. Being at the tower for the opening ceremony enabled us to walk right in to see the crown jewels rather than stand in a long line. The Beefeater who explained the ceremony was also fabulous. For me, it was worth the money to have the early access. The tour ends shortly after the ceremony as tours are not allowed inside the crown jewel area. I recommend this for anyone with limited time in London.
Eric S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Headout made it easy to book, the touring company involved was a little late to the game, but they came through in the end as the guide fell ill that morning. That said, it gave us a chance to meet Lisa Garland Beefeater #422, shared some great stories and fun insights. Special access in the morning, made rhe visit extra special .
Sue B
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
A Brilliant EXperience from start to finish. Natalie gave us some interesting facts about the area we met before we got to the tower, and was obviously very passionate about her job and the area in general (She was not a native Londoner which shows how special the area is) The entry into the tower was very smooth, and we were taken to meet our very own "Beefeater". We were taken to an area outside of where the Yeoman Guards live for a chat on the history of the Yeoman guards and what it entails - I, Unfortunately, can't recall the name of our Beefeater but he was very knowledgeable, informative, friendly and passionate about his role as a Yeoman warder We got to see several of the ravens, And in one case we were stopped from exiting via the normal route as 2 of them had taken up roosting there. we were only planning on being there for 1.5 hrs - thinking that was enough time to see everything - we were wrong .. we ended up missing our westminster walking tour so we could see everything the tower had to offer ADVICE - leave a good 3 to 4 hours if you want to experience it all as we were there for 3.5 hours and we didnt get to see the fusilier museum
Terence F
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
We loved the whole experience, the meet and greet with the beefeater was great, he shared some great stories with us and when my wife mentioned that she was from Yorkshire he was over the moon. He was a Leeds Utd fan! The tower certainly was a great choice as one of the world's greatest attractions, thoroughly enjoyed by both of us.
Jiszda G
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
The Beefeater’s fascinating insights into life at the Tower. We really enjoyed being in a small group and not having to wait in line. Plus, we started the tour at 8:30 a.m.—which meant we avoided the many school groups that arrive later. All in all, a very enjoyable experience.

Unlock 1,000 years of royal history with a guided tour of the Tower of London, plus skip-the-line entry and access to the Crown Jewels.

Getting started

Meet your expert English-speaking guide at the designated meeting point. After introductions, you'll breeze past the standard entry lines with your skip-the-line ticket and head into one of Britain’s most storied landmarks for an immersive, small-group tour.

What to expect

Tower of London

Once inside, delve deep into the Tower’s dramatic roles throughout history, from gruesome executions to royal ceremonies and infamous betrayals. Your guide will bring centuries of intrigue to life through gripping stories and expert insights, making sure you don't miss key highlights.

Features:

Crown Jewels: Enjoy priority entrance to the Jewel House. Inside, marvel at the dazzling collection of crowns, ceremonial swords, and orbs used in royal coronations and state functions.

White Tower: Step inside the historic heart of the Tower, built by William the Conqueror in 1078, and see rare arms and armour exhibits.

Traitor’s Gate: Stand at the same water gate once used to bring prisoners, including Anne Boleyn, into the Tower.

Bloody Tower: Uncover the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, one of England’s most haunting unsolved cases.

Tower Green: Reflect at the historic execution site of queens like Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard.

Beefeater’s quarters: Glimpse the everyday life of the iconic Warders, the Tower’s traditional ceremonial guards.

Extras

Early-morning access and Opening Ceremony: Arrive early to observe a time-honoured tradition as the Beefeaters formally unlock the Tower gates in an exclusive morning ritual.

Beefeater meet & greet: Participate in a small group meet & greet session with one of the Yeoman Warders and get personal insights from those who live and serve inside the Tower.

Thames River cruise: Extend your journey through history with a flexible sightseeing cruise along the River Thames, on any day, offering views of London’s landmarks from the water.

Tower of London

Monday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Thursday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Friday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Saturday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Sunday	9:00am - 5:30pm	last entry 3:30pm

What’s not allowed

Photography is allowed in most areas, except the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.

Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience.

Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.

Accessibility

This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of proof of supporting documents (such as a Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter) at the Ticket Office.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.

Your ticket is valid for one entry only. No re-entry is permitted.

Some Beefeater meet and greets take place outside the King’s House, a restricted area normally off-limits to the public.

The guided portion of the tour lasts approximately 1.15 to 2.5 hours, after which you may explore the Tower at your own pace.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.