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





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4.6/5(137)
Karen A
Sumayyah A
Scott F
Kathy C
Linda S
Karen O
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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.
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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.
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Choose from VIP early access with the Opening Ceremony, a guided tour of the Tower, or a scenic Thames River cruise, depending on the option selected.
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- Entry to the Tower of London
Additional paid upgrades:
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Multilingual audioguide
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2.5-hour guided tour of the Tower of London (as per option selected)
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Expert English-speaking guide (as per option selected)
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Flexible Thames River cruise (as per option selected)
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Small group of max. 25 guests
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Skip the line or early access to the Tower of London (as per option selected)
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Access to the Opening Ceremony
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Headsets (when needed)
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Gratuities
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Food and drink
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Hotel transfers
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- TOTAL DURATION1 hour - 4 hoursTimelineMap
Start pointTower of London Ticket Office
Get direction3 min0.16 km
1. Tower of London
Tickets includedThe Tower of London, a historic castle on the banks of the River Thames, is a symbol of British power and history. This iconic fortress has served as a royal palace, an armory, a prison, and a treasury.
3 min0.16 km
2. Thames River Cruise
Tickets included8 attractions27 min3.37 km
End pointBuckingham Palace (end point for selected options only)
Get direction1 activity
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- 137 reviews4.6
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9632720Guests from United States, France, Canada and over 12 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
KKaren A
FamilyVerified bookingOct 20265/5Great tour, well organised, no problem to find the group, the guide (Adrian) was funny and knowledgeable. Lots of good information, he really made the most of the time we had. He was able to answer questions from the group and clearly knew a lot more than he had time to share.SSumayyah A
SoloVerified bookingSep 20265/5A Wonderful Historical Experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Tower of London. It was a fascinating experience, rich in history, and seeing the Crown Jewels was definitely one of the highlights. Our guide was excellent—knowledgeable, engaging, and able to bring the history of the Tower to life through interesting stories and explanations. The visit was both enjoyable and informative, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting London. Definitely worth the experience!SScott F
CoupleVerified bookingSep 20265/5We toured with Nick. Everything about this tour went smoothly from the ear-piece microphones which made hearing him very easy to our meeting with a Yeoman warder. A lovely experience with wonderful history from Nick. Nick even gave us some ideas of additional things we could stick around for and do afterwards. Excellent all the way around.KKathy C
CoupleVerified bookingSep 20265/5Our tour was very well organized, the tour guide was very knowledgeable and made it enjoyable. He kept it at a pace which worked for everyone. And the hearing devices provided were very good, the range and quality of sound was excellent.KKrunoslav R
FamilyVerified bookingSep 20265/5Something to recommend, amazing guide, knowledgeable, fun, the place is worth seeing and hearing about. One of the must see places.
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:
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Uncover the Tower’s secrets: Learn how this imposing 11th-century fortress, built by William the Conqueror, evolved from royal palace to notorious prison.
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Crown Jewels: Behold the regalia of the British monarchy, housed securely inside the Jewel House.
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Traitor’s Gate & Bloody Tower: Hear chilling tales of infamous prisoners and long-lost royalty as you pass through these legendary sites.
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Tower Green: Stand on the site of historic executions and explore the turbulent dramas of England’s past through your selected guided or audio experience.
Extras
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Multilingual audioguide: Depending on the option selected, explore the Tower at your own pace using a multilingual audioguide or self guided app.
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Guided tour: With the relevant option, gain insights from an expert English speaking guide and have your questions answered in real time.
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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.
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Thames cruise: With the relevant option, enjoy a self paced boat ride along the Thames using your flexible sightseeing cruise ticket.
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What’s not allowed
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Photography is allowed in most areas, except the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.
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Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience.
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Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.
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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.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
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Due to increased security measures at many attractions, some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the line' access.
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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.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
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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.
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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.
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- 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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