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Tower of London Ticket with Crown Jewels and Beefeater Tour

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Arrive independently at the Tower of London and step into its storied past on a guided tour led by a Yeoman Warder—familiarly known as a Beefeater. Hear how this massive fortress has morphed across the centuries: from William the Conqueror’s 11th-century stronghold to a royal palace, armory, mint, and notorious prison.Watch the resident ravens near Wakefield Tower before venturing into highlights like the White Tower, home to the impressive Royal Armories collection, and the Bloody Tower, known for its dark legends. Your Yeoman Warder will point out Traitors’ Gate, through which Anne Boleyn passed in 1536, accused of treason and tragically executed. Nearby lies Tower Green, the site of many historic beheadings, including Boleyn’s.Continue to see the famed Crown Jewels, kept under lock and key at the Tower since the 14th century. Marvel at the Koh-i-Noor diamond—one of the largest and most storied in the world—and the magnificent regalia used in royal coronations. Round out your visit with a stroll along the Wall Walk, offering sweeping views of London, and explore the Medieval Palace to experience the Tower’s lavish royal quarters as they once were. With so many layers of history to uncover, you can spend as long as you like delving into this cornerstone of British heritage.

Overview

Arrive independently at the Tower of London and step into its storied past on a guided tour led by a Yeoman Warder—familiarly known as a Beefeater. Hear how this massive fortress has morphed across the centuries: from William the Conqueror’s 11th-century stronghold to a royal palace, armory, mint, and notorious prison.

Watch the resident ravens near Wakefield Tower before venturing into highlights like the White Tower, home to the impressive Royal Armories collection, and the Bloody Tower, known for its dark legends. Your Yeoman Warder will point out Traitors’ Gate, through which Anne Boleyn passed in 1536, accused of treason and tragically executed. Nearby lies Tower Green, the site of many historic beheadings, including Boleyn’s.

Continue to see the famed Crown Jewels, kept under lock and key at the Tower since the 14th century. Marvel at the Koh-i-Noor diamond—one of the largest and most storied in the world—and the magnificent regalia used in royal coronations. Round out your visit with a stroll along the Wall Walk, offering sweeping views of London, and explore the Medieval Palace to experience the Tower’s lavish royal quarters as they once were. With so many layers of history to uncover, you can spend as long as you like delving into this cornerstone of British heritage.

Itinerary

  • Tower of London

    Within the ancient Fortress, the Tower of London, visitors can gaze up at the imposing White Tower, tiptoe through a king’s medieval bedchamber and marvel at the priceless Crown Jewels. Hear bloody tales of the Tower told by the Yeoman Warders; stand where famous heads rolled and discover where prisoners and exotic animals including a polar bear were kept.

    Tower of London Beefeater tours are included in admission and are open to all visitors that day. They commence every 30 minutes from the Tower of London moat. The meeting point and next tour is signposted upon entry, but a member of the Tower of London admissions team will be on hand to assist you should you struggle to locate the meeting point.

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

London EC3N 4AB, UK

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Experience

Highlights

  • View the Crown Jewels, a highlight of the Tower of London
  • Enjoy a complimentary Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) tour - The first tour starts at 10:00 from Tuesday - Saturday and at 10:30 on Sunday and Monday.
  • Get up close and personal with a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Guarantee your admission to this always-popular attraction
  • Inclusions

    • Access to the Tower and Crown Jewels display
    • 1 hour tour by one of our iconic Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters)

    Exclusions

    • Gratuities
    • Skip the line access - During busy periods, visitors can expect queues for the Crown Jewels.

    Additional Information

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Tower of London Beefeater tours are included in admission and are open to all visitors that day. They commence every 30 minutes from the Tower of London moat. The meeting point and next tour is signposted upon entry, but a member of the Tower of London admissions team will be on hand to assist you should you struggle to locate the meeting point.

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    Based on 5787 reviews

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    Jamelapo
    With our tickets on our phone, we walked right in. Everyone we met was so nice. We did do the tour led by a Beefeater guard. Our guide was Tom, what am amazing, knowledgeable guy! Thanks Tom for ...
    Jane_R
    We had an excellent tour with a Beefeater who was a great storyteller and very knowledgeable. She infused history with humor and was the best tour we had while in Europe!

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