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Tower of London: Early Access & Crown Jewels
4.6
243 Ratings
Greater London
Experience the Tower of London like never before with early access, skip-the-line entry, and a VIP tour. Witness the opening ceremony, explore the highlights, and marvel at the Crown Jewels. Plus, enjoy a one-way pass for a sightseeing river cruise.
Experience the Tower of London like never before with early access, skip-the-line entry, and a VIP tour. Witness the opening ceremony, explore the highlights, and marvel at the Crown Jewels. Plus, enjoy a one-way pass for a sightseeing river cruise.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tower of London - Start your VIP-level adventure by attending the Opening Ceremony, a historic military tradition that officially opens one of London’s most renowned landmarks. If time is limited, opt for the Morning at the Tower option, which offers a 2.5-hour tour of the Tower’s grounds (excluding the Opening Ceremony).
- Jewel House -…
- Tower of London - Start your VIP-level adventure by attending the Opening Ceremony, a historic military tradition that officially opens one of London’s most renowned landmarks. If time is limited, opt for the Morning at the Tower option, which offers a 2.5-hour tour of the Tower’s grounds (excluding the Opening Ceremony).
- Jewel House - Following a brief introduction from the Yeoman Warders who protect the palace, proceed directly into the Jewel House to be among the first to view the Crown Jewels. With no crowds, after your guide highlights key features, you can leisurely admire one of the world’s most stunning collections of treasures.
- Tower of London - Walk along the iconic Tower Walls, explore the restored bedroom of Edward I, and greet the tower’s resident ravens. Conclude your visit on a high note with a comprehensive tour of the White Tower, a restored medieval castle. Before leaving, receive a boat pass for a flexible one-way journey on one of London’s premier sightseeing river cruises. Select the day and time of your trip and depart from either Tower, London Eye, Westminster, or Greenwich piers.
What's Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- First entrance ticket for Jewel House
- Flexible one-way ticket for London river cruise
- First entrance ticket for Tower of London
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Local English-speaking guide
- First entrance ticket for Jewel House
- Flexible one-way ticket for London river cruise
- First entrance ticket for Tower of London
- Expertly guided walking tour
What's Not Included
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Start your VIP tour with early, skip-the-line entry and witness the tower’s historic opening ceremony. Accompanied by a small group, you’ll discover the landmark’s key attractions. Be among the first to enter the Tower of London’s renowned Jewel House, where the dazzling Crown Jewels are displayed. Conclude your visit with a flexible one-way pass for…
Start your VIP tour with early, skip-the-line entry and witness the tower’s historic opening ceremony. Accompanied by a small group, you’ll discover the landmark’s key attractions. Be among the first to enter the Tower of London’s renowned Jewel House, where the dazzling Crown Jewels are displayed. Conclude your visit with a flexible one-way pass for London’s top sightseeing river cruise. For those with limited time, choose the Morning at the Tower option for a 2.5-hour tour of the Tower’s grounds (excluding the Opening Ceremony).
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note: base on your the option you select your tour duration and itinerary might change slightly.*
- Note: Watch the Opening Ceremony, a celebrated military ritual (Complete Tower Option only)
Location
Starbucks Coffee
Tower Place
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 3 Tower Place, London EC3R 5BT. Meet your coordinator at the West Gate entrance, opposite the Starbucks and in front of the Tower of London giftshop.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(243 Ratings)
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Wendybc4773yj
Jun 9, 2025
Early entry access w/ opening ceremony - Our guide was very informative and entertaining with her history telling. We are 2 brothers and their wives on holiday for 60th bday. We especially appreciated the early entry to enjoy the jewels. Would recommend for upcoming visitors!
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Dan_b
May 18, 2025
Liz was wonderful. She... - Liz was wonderful. She provided so much history and insight that made everything more interesting and enjoyable.
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Jill_d
May 13, 2025
There was some confusion... - There was some confusion about the meeting place, which was disconcerting, but the tour, and our guide, Yulia, were great. Although it was not quite as entertaining as a tour with the Royal Beefeaters, it was informative and enjoyable. I would do it again.
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Gelena_k
May 12, 2025
Engaging and Enriching Experience - Yulia’s historic insights had made our visit quite memorable. There’s something magical about a guide who can captivate not just adults, but children as well—turning a tour into an immersive adventure rather than just a series of facts. Our son’s newfound curiosity about history could be the start of something amazing—who knows what great discoveries or adventures it might lead to! We highly recommend Yulia for your next memorable journey through time @ Tower.
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Sherpa37715485099
May 12, 2025
Good tour - A little long but definitely worth it. Knowledgeable guide. Opening ceremony was good. Going first thing in the AM avoided most of the crowds
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Randy_n
May 10, 2025
Wonderful guide... - Wonderful guide. Shared a great deal of history and intrigue about the Royal family legacy and transition over the years.
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Sherri_m
May 5, 2025
Great Tower of London Tour - A wonderful tour with interesting stories! I highly recommended doing the early tour to see the Crown Jewels without waiting in a line.
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Geoff
Jun 6, 2025
OK Tour but Not Sure if Worth the Money - Very knowledgable guide, but would have preferred more information about the Tower rather than a very detailed history of British royalty. Not sure that the early access was worth it as we only got about a 3 minute start in visiting the jewels before the regular ticket holders.
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Eatlocal1ofakind
Jun 3, 2025
Really good history lesson! - The tour was very informative. It is best to do the early entry. You get to see the jewels in less crowded time. Our guide AnnaMarie was est to understand and quite animated. She is somewhat soft spoken. We were lucky to witness the guard change.
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William_b
May 24, 2025
The tour was fantastic,... - The tour was fantastic, in part because of our great tour guide (Amber). However, the title of this experience is disingenuous, at best; the event title is “VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony” however the opening ceremony is not included.
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