Tower of London - See the Crown Jewels
The ancient stones of the Tower of London echo with dark secrets, while priceless jewels glint in fortified vaults and ravens strut the grounds. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7, this iconic fortress is renowned for its grim history of torture and death, yet it holds many more stories waiting to be discovered.
Tour Highlights
Extended visit of the Tower of London
See the Crown Jewels
Discover the Royal Beasts & tour inside the Brick Tower
Explore the vast history of the Tower's Mint
Immerse yourself in a thousand years of history with the Yeoman Warder
Price: £35.00 per person (16-64), £18.00 per child (5-15), £30.00 per concession ticket
The Crown Jewels
Since 1661, the Crown Jewels have been stored and exhibited at the Tower, maintaining a long-standing tradition of housing precious items. Explore their significance to the British monarchy, the Tower's role in safeguarding these treasures, and the rich tradition of coronations in England. This invaluable collection features some of the world's most renowned and extraordinary diamonds. The Crown Jewels are a unique, functional collection of royal regalia still used by the Royal Family in major national ceremonies, including the State Opening of Parliament.
The White Tower
Originally built to instill fear and submission in the citizens of London and deter foreign invaders, the iconic White Tower now stands as a symbol of London and Britain, overlooking the River Thames. Inside, you'll find the world's oldest visitor attraction, The Line of Kings. This exhibit features a line of wooden horses with vivid colors and wild expressions, amidst majestic suits of armor. The collection has murky beginnings as the Horse Armoury and is a mix of propaganda and fantasy, making it the longest-running visitor attraction in the world.
Royal Beasts
For 600 years, wild and exotic creatures were held captive here for the entertainment of Kings and Queens. Sculptures of lions, baboons, an elephant, and even a polar bear depict these creatures. Discover how they came to be at the Tower and what eventually happened to them in a fascinating exhibit in the Brick Tower. Learn about their care and feeding, as well as various unfortunate incidents when the public got too close.
The Tower's Mint
For over 500 years, the Mint at the Tower produced the majority of the country’s coins. Explore its vast history, including Isaac Newton's efforts to eliminate counterfeiters during his tenure as Warden of the Mint, Edward I's harsh punishments for tampering with coins, Elizabeth I's restoration of coinage after Henry VIII’s meddling, and Charles II's rejection of Commonwealth money.
Beefeater Tours
Experience a thousand years of royal gossip and intrigue with a Beefeater, or Yeoman Warder. These men and women have guarded the fortress for centuries. Their tours are filled with tales of pain, passion, treachery, and torture, all delivered with their unique style. This is just a glimpse of what awaits you at the Tower of London. Explore the Medieval Palace, Bloody Tower, Tower Green, see the ravens, and walk along the ancient walls.
Schedule Timings
9 AM - 17.30 PM
Important closures to note: 24th - 26th December, 1st January
Early closure at 14.00 PM on the 5th of September (last entry at 12.00 PM - noon)
Days of Operation
Daily
Directions
Nearest underground station: Tower Hill
Nearest railway station: Fenchurch Street or London Bridge
Additional Information
- Concession tickets are available for the following groups with a valid ID: Age 65+, 16-17, full-time students, and disabled visitors.
- The last Yeoman Warder tour starts at 14.30 PM (winter) and 15.30 PM (summer).
- Please bring your e-ticket for entry.
- Refunds are not available once the booking is confirmed.
