Tower of London Private Guided Tour
What your day looks like
The Tower of London is one of London’s most iconic landmarks and boasts a fascinating history. With this private tour, discover the many faces of the Tower of London, from the royal palace to the mint to the execution ground. Follow in the footsteps of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII, and William the Conqueror; marvel at the Crown Jewels, treasury, and armory; and learn about the Beefeaters, the Ravens, and the Tower’s dark history Explore the world heritage Tower of London with a private guide to lead the way- you’ll be astonished at the tales this tower can tell. Keeping a watchful eye over the city and the river Thames since its founding in 1079, the Tower of London has had many faces: as a mint, an observatory, a zoo, an armory, a royal palace, a treasury, and most notoriously, as a place of execution. Home to both the Beefeaters and the Crown Jewels today, the Tower’s story is one of intrigue, scandal, and ceremony, definitely best uncovered with a private guide and a morning entrance before the crowds arrive.
Why travelers choose this experience
- Explore the Tower of London
- Learn about one of the most historic palaces in London from a local
- Feel the thrill of seeing the ornate crown jewels for yourself
- Walk by the reduniformed Beefeaters as they stand guard
- Discover how the Tower has been used as a zoo, mint, armory, and observatory
- Admire royal artefacts like Henry VIII's armor
- Uncover where the notorious executions took place
Your day, step by step
London
Sightseeing at Tower of London.
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Sightseeing at The Crown Jewels.
Before you go
Included
English Speaking local expert guide All tickets and entry reservations for the Tower of London complex
Not Included
Food & drink Tips and gratuities Hotel pick-up & drop-off
What to Bring
Cash Camera Sunglasses Water Bottle Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Passport or ID card Comfortable clothing & footwear for walking
Restrictions
Luggage or large bags are not allowed Photography and video recording inside Jewel House is not permitted
Meeting & Pickup
The meeting point is at the Tower of London Official Ticket Office, 2 Tower Hill, London EC3N 4EE. The guide will be holding an Urban Saunters orange sign. If you are traveling by taxi, tell the driver to drop you off at Petty Wales. Nearest Tube station: Tower Hill
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
What travelers are saying
We had a great afternoon touring the Tower of London. Andrew was excellent!
Great tour, awesome tour guide
My clients had high reviews for the tour guide, mentioning how thorough and child-friendly the experience was. They would definitely recommend it for multi-generational families.