Guided Tours

Early Access Tower of London Tour with Opening Ceremony

Save time and skip the crowds with this early-access tour of the Tower of London with access to the Beefeater opening ceremony and the Crown Jewels.

4.7/5(26)

Denise S

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

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.

Anna-lena W

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Our guide Sophie was wonderful and very enthusiastic. We had a great time and it was fun listening to her stories. It felt special to be their before the crowds and seeing the opening ceremony.

See the rare Beefeaters opening ceremony dating back to the 15th century before joining an exclusive small-group 1.15-hour guided tour of the Tower of London.

Avoid the queue and save an hour with early access to the Crown Jewels and learn about the 140 valuables, priceless stones, and coronation regalia.

Learn about the history of the Traitor’s Gate, the royal chapel, the Bloody Tower, and Tower Green with your guide and meet the resident ravens.

Find out what to look out for from your guide as you explore the White Tower at your own pace after your tour ends.

30-min walking tour of the exterior 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

Hotel pickup

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
Allison H
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Our tour was awesome!! Informative with humour...Lee was great!!! Highly recommend
Denise S
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
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.
Anna-lena W
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Our guide Sophie was wonderful and very enthusiastic. We had a great time and it was fun listening to her stories. It felt special to be their before the crowds and seeing the opening ceremony.
Alan S
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Absolutely wonderful guide (Anne) who was personable, knowledgeable, and very fun. Totally made the experience worthwhile! Thank you, Anne!
Pascal I
Solo
Verified booking
Nov 2025
Guide was excellent. To be only 10 people that see the ipening ceremony and the first to visit the crown jewels is amsome.

See a centuries-old tradition before exploring the Tower of London and the Crown Jewels without the crowds.

Spill secrets with your expert guide

Before letting your guide accompany you to the Crown Jewels, you'll meet the infamous resident ravens, and learn about this UNESCO site that played its role as a palace, prison, and fortress, and is now home to the coronation regalia during a walking tour around the exterior of the Tower of London. After visiting the Crown Jewels, enjoy free time to discover the Bloody Tower, infamous for its role as a prison; Traitor’s Gate, the chilling entrance through which famous prisoners were brought in; and the White Tower, the ancient keep and former royal residence. Dive into their rich history and significance as you go!

Witness an exclusive traditional ceremony

This exclusive early-morning tour gets you a front-row seat as the Beefeaters open the gates—a tradition dating back to the 15th century that few ever witness. Get an intimate photo with the guards, then be among the first to marvel at the Crown Jewels, without standing in long lines and saving an hour of your time.

What to bring

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

What’s not allowed

Keep in mind that drones, food & beverages, alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, buggies, pushchairs, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed in 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.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Facilities: restroom, free Wi-Fi, changing rooms, maps, baby changing facilities, first aid.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.