Tower of London: Opening Ceremony & Early Crown Jewels Access Discount Tickets

Overview

Most visitors arrive at the Tower of London to find crowded rooms and long queues at the Jewel House. This tour puts you inside before any of that happens. You join a group of up to 20 guests and begin with a guided walk along the Tower's medieval outer walls, covering stories of Traitors' Gate, royal prisoners, and Thames-side ramparts. Before the Tower opens to the public, a Yeoman Warder leads your group inside for the Beefeater Opening Ceremony, where Yeoman Warders march in full dress uniform and unlock the fortress with military precision. It is a living ritual that most visitors never see. Straight after the ceremony, you head to the Jewel House for first-of-the-day access to the Crown Jewels before the queues form. Your all-day entry ticket and included map and audio guide app then let you explore the White Tower, Bloody Tower, Tower Green, and more at your own pace.

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

All-day Tower of London entry ticket

Tower of London map and audio guide app

Guided walking tour of the Tower of London external grounds

Self-guided exploration after the ceremony

First-of-the-day access to the Crown Jewels and Jewel House

Pre-opening access to the Tower of London with a Yeoman Warder

Beefeater Opening Ceremony viewing

Expert English-speaking tour host

Exclusion

Guided interior tour of the Tower of London

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain and historic surfaces. Please contact us in advance if you have any questions or concerns about your mobility.

A smartphone and headphones are required to access the included audio guide app. Please ensure you bring both on the day of your tour.