Early Access Tower of London Tour

From£105

2 hours

London, United Kingdom

About this activity

Experience the Tower of London's Opening Ceremony with early access, guided tour, and exploration of historic sites and the Crown Jewels.

Highlights

Early access to the Tower of London
Witness the traditional Opening Ceremony
Explore the Crown Jewels
Discover the history of the White Tower
Learn about the Beefeaters' role

Full description

Step into the rich tapestry of London's history with an exclusive early access tour of the Tower of London. Begin your day by witnessing the traditional Opening Ceremony, a ceremony that has been performed for centuries. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, delve into the stories of the White Tower, the Crown Jewels, and the legendary Beefeaters. This immersive experience offers a unique glimpse into the royal heritage and the secrets held within these ancient walls. Don't miss this opportunity to explore one of London's most iconic landmarks before the crowds arrive.

Included / Excluded

Guided tour of the Tower of London
Witness the Opening Ceremony
Explore the Crown Jewels and historic sites

Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Tower of London is a historic site; some areas may have limited accessibility.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and standing.
Bring a valid ID for entry; tickets are non-transferable.
Photography is allowed, but tripods and flash are prohibited.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Service Animals Allowed
Easy Public Transport

Good to know

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs
The total tour details includes the travel time.

Traveler reviews

4.9

222 reviews

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Fun for the whole family!

What a memorable and worthwhile experience! Babs was fantastic - knowledgeable, enthusiastic and made the excursion fun for our entire family. Our children were engaged and inquisitive about all aspects of London past and present. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a mix of history and current British information.

Erin_AJul 26, 2026VIATOR

Early Access Tour is Worth It

This was a great tour. Instructions for the meeting point were clear and having the early access was ideal. The queues were very long and we were glad we could skip that. Our guide Babs was knowledgeable and humorous. She relayed some of the dark history in a relatable manner and gave us a lot of insight on where to stand for the opening ceremony, what not to miss inside the Tower of London grounds, how best to enjoy the boat ride and loads of other tips. This was a great introduction tour that covered some major highlights. Highly recommend it especially if Babs is your guide.

848kimgJul 25, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Friendly, knowledge and easy to understand

Jeremy was outstanding! He was extremely friendly, easy to understand and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour. The four hours are very well organized.

Heidi_DJul 22, 2026VIATOR

Great

This was a great tour! We saw so much and our guide Babs was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and gave us great tips on what to see and do.

Emily_SJul 13, 2026VIATOR

Great time with family

We had a great time. Our guide was knowledgeable and patient with our children. We were given the option to do what we wanted as the tour went on.

Lindsay_MJul 11, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs The total tour details includes the travel time.

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