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Tower of London Tickets with Optional Guided Tour, Thames Cruise, or Access to Opening Ceremony

Thames river cruise boat with London skyline and bridge in the background.
Guards in red uniforms marching at the Changing of the Guards ceremony, London.
Tower of London exterior with river view and surrounding trees.
Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London exhibition.

Duration

3 hr - 4 hr

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Audio guide

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Guided tour

4.3/5

(122)

Casey-Lynn Phelan

Casey-lynn

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Tracy was really knowledgeable and very engaging. We really enjoyed this tour. I am so glad we went to the Tower of London. We were guided by Tracy for a couple hours before we were released to enjoy the tower on our own. The Crown Jewels are amazing to see. For history buffs like me it was a dream come true. This a great tour.
Brian Alexander

Brian

Oct 2025
Verified booking
We had a great time at the Tower of London tour. Steve, our tour guide, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions and even took some photos for the group. Highly recommend this tour!
Christian Wegener

Christian

Oct 2025
Verified booking
We had a very good leader Michael who knew a lot of things. He explained all the stuff very funny. We can recommend him and the tour.
    • Delve into a thousand years of history with entry to the Tower of London, with the choice between a multilingual audioguide or a live English-speaking guide.

    • Get an up-close view of the world-famous Crown Jewels and uncover tales of treachery and power as you gain insights and learn the stories behind the Tower.

    • Choose the VIP early-access experience for a chance to see the Opening Ceremony, a guided tour of the Tower, or a scenic Thames River cruise.

    • Entry to the Tower of London

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • Multilingual audioguide

    • 2.5-hour guided tour of the Tower of London

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Flexible Thames River cruise

    • Small group of max. 20 guests

    • Skip-the-line access to the Tower of London

    • Access to the Opening Ceremony

    • Headsets (when needed)

    • Gratuities

    • Food and drink

    • Hotel transfers

  • TOTAL DURATION4 hours
    Timeline
    Map
    Tower of London Ticket Office
    Start point

    Tower of London Ticket Office

    Get direction
    3 min
    0.16 km
    Tower of London

    1. Tower of London

    Tickets included
    3 min
    0.16 km
    Thames River Cruise

    2. Thames River Cruise

    Tickets included
    8 attractions

    Things to do

    27 min
    3.37 km
    Buckingham Palace
    End point

    Buckingham Palace

    Get direction
    1 activity
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 122 reviews

    How do we collect reviews?

    These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.

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    Guests from United States, Australia, Germany and over 17 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Casey-Lynn Phelan

    Casey-lynn

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    Tracy was really knowledgeable and very engaging. We really enjoyed this tour. I am so glad we went to the Tower of London. We were guided by Tracy for a couple hours before we were released to enjoy the tower on our own. The Crown Jewels are amazing to see. For history buffs like me it was a dream come true. This a great tour.
    Stephanie St-Pierre

    Stephanie

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    Our guide Anne was really knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. We started right on time and had fun.
    Angela Blair

    Angela

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    Very knowledgeable guide, explaining all history and facts
    Brian Alexander

    Brian

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    We had a great time at the Tower of London tour. Steve, our tour guide, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions and even took some photos for the group. Highly recommend this tour!
    Christian Wegener

    Christian

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    We had a very good leader Michael who knew a lot of things. He explained all the stuff very funny. We can recommend him and the tour.
  • Getting started

    Arrive at the meeting point indicated on your booking voucher. After a quick ticket check, you will be introduced the day’s highlights before you through security and into the fortress.

    What to expect

    Tower of London

    The Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has stood for nearly 1,000 years as a royal fortress, prison, and treasury.

    Features:

    • Uncover the Tower’s secrets: Learn how this imposing 11th-century fortress, built by William the Conqueror, evolved from royal palace to notorious prison.

    • Crown Jewels: Behold the regalia of the British monarchy, housed securely inside the Jewel House.

    • Traitor’s Gate & Bloody Tower: Hear chilling tales of infamous prisoners and long-lost royalty as you pass through these legendary sites.

    • Tower Green: Stand on the site of historic executions and explore the turbulent dramas of England’s past, brought vividly to life by your guide.

    Extras

    • Multilingual audioguide: Explore the Tower at your own pace with insights in your preferred language with a handy audioguide

    • Guided tour: Gain insights from an expert English-speaking guide, and get your questions answered in real time.

    • Opening Ceremony: Be among the first visitors to enter the Tower as the famous Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters) carry out the historic Opening Ceremony. This centuries-old ritual marks the official start of the day at the Tower and offers a rare, quieter glimpse of the site and a chance to see the Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive.

    • Thames cruise: End your experience with a serene, self-paced boat ride along the Thames using your flexible sightseeing cruise ticket.

  • Buckingham Palace

    Monday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Tuesday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Wednesday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Thursday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Friday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Saturday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm
    Sunday9:30am - 7:30pmlast entry 5:30pm

    Tower of London

    Monday9:00am - 5:30pmlast entry 3:30pm
    Tuesday9:00am - 5:30pmlast entry 3:30pm
    Wednesday9:00am - 5:30pmlast entry 3:30pm
    Thursday9:00am - 5:30pmlast entry 3:30pm
    Friday9:00am - 5:30pmlast entry 3:30pm
    Saturday9:00am - 5:30pmlast entry 3:30pm
    Sunday9:00am - 5:30pmlast 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 not wheelchair or 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.

    • Due to increased security measures at many attractions, some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the line' access.

    • Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, you may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.

    • London's tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the line access and careful planning limit crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.

    • The operator will try to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond control, timings and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • 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.

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