Tour length: [TBC] · Group: small group, max [TBC] guests · From: [TBC]
About this tour
For almost a thousand years, the Tower of London has been a royal palace, a fortress, a prison and the home of the Crown Jewels. It’s also guarded by the Yeoman Warders, known as Beefeaters, who live inside its walls.
This tour brings their world to life. Explore the White Tower, built for William the Conqueror, hear the stories of famous prisoners, and see the Crown Jewels, still used by the monarch on state occasions.
Your day, step by step
- Meeting point: Meet your guide outside the Tower [TBC].
- Yeoman Warders: Learn about the Beefeaters and their role at the Tower [TBC: Yeoman Warder talk included].
- The White Tower: See the oldest part of the castle.
- Tower Green: Visit the site of famous executions, including Anne Boleyn’s.
- Crown Jewels: See the coronation regalia in the Jewel House.
- End of tour: Stay and explore the Tower at your own pace [TBC].
What’s included
- Tower of London entrance ticket [TBC]
- Guide in English [TBC]
Why you’ll love it
- The Crown Jewels and the White Tower
- Stories of kings, queens and prisoners
- Meet the famous Beefeaters [TBC]
Good to know: The Crown Jewels can have long queues at busy times.