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Overview

The Tower of London has guarded the Thames for almost 1,000 years, and its stones still hold the darkest stories in British history. With timed-entry tickets in hand, you step past the long ticket queues and head inside with a storytelling guide who unpacks royal scandals, executions, and the unsolved mystery of the missing princes. Stand at Traitor's Gate, walk Tower Green, and pause at the Bloody Tower before heading on your own to see the dazzling Crown Jewels and the medieval White Tower. Cap it all off with a flexible 30-minute Thames River cruise ticket you can use whenever fits your London plans. Pick the version of the day that fits you best: stick with a focused Tower of London visit without the cruise, add a flexible Thames cruise to the main combo tour, or upgrade to an extended half-day that pairs the Tower with a guided river cruise and Westminster Abbey entry.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes early. Meet one of our representatives in front of the Tower of London Shop, Tower of London side. Look for our friendly staff in red, holding a sign with 'The Tour Guy' on it!

End Point

End point

Your tour will conclude inside of the Tower of London, where you'll be free to explore at your own place.

Redemption Instructions

- Check your selected option at the top of your voucher to see what is included in your tour. If you have any questions or would like to change or upgrade your option, please contact us in advance. - Basic Option: Includes Tower entry, guide, and Crown Jewels. Does NOT include the Thames River cruise. - Combo Option: Includes Tower entry, guide, Crown Jewels, and a flexible Thames River cruise ticket. - Extended Option: Five-hour tour with guided Tower of London, a guided Thames cruise, Parliament Square walk, and Westminster Abbey entry. - All guests must supply their full name matching a valid government-issued ID at the time of booking. - We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line. - Your boat ticket is valid for a single journey only. You can board at any City Cruises departure point, but onward or return travel is not included and may require public transportation. We recommend checking the City Cruises website for the most up-to-date schedule before your visit. - Please refrain from bringing large backpacks or wheeled luggage, as they are not permitted inside the Tower of London. All bags are screened at security. - Flash photography is not allowed inside certain areas of the Tower. - Please note that depending on the assigned entry time, the itinerary order may vary.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide outside the Tower of London Gift Shop, near the main entrance area for Tower visitors. Look for your guide and check in with your group, then get a quick orientation on how the tour will unfold before heading inside with timed-entry tickets in hand.

Duration: 5 mins

2. Walk through ancient gateways and into nearly 1,000 years of royal drama, military might, and political intrigue. Pause at Traitor's Gate for the chilling story of those who passed through and never returned, including Anne Boleyn, then continue to the Bloody Tower for the unsolved mystery of the missing princes and the imprisonment of Sir Walter Raleigh. Stand on Tower Green, where some of England's most famous figures met their tragic ends, before your guide leads you toward the Jewel House.

Duration: 45 mins

3. Your guide hands you off at the entrance to the Jewel House and shares fascinating stories about what awaits inside before saying goodbye. Step inside independently to see coronation crowns, royal scepters, and the dazzling Cullinan diamonds up close, all still used in British royal ceremony today.

Duration: 30 mins

4. Climb the medieval keep that William the Conqueror built in 1078 to display royal armor, swords, and the chapel of St. John. Explore on your own and take in centuries-old medieval weaponry at your own pace before heading toward the Thames.

5. Walk a short distance from the Tower of London to Tower Pier and board your boat for a relaxing 30-minute cruise along the Thames. Glide past Tower Bridge, the Shard, Shakespeare's Globe, and London's iconic skyline before disembarking at one of the central piers to continue your London day from there. Your flexible ticket is typically valid for one month, so you can use it the same day or save it for later (the Thames River cruise is not included with the Basic option).

Inclusion

Expert, English-speaking guide

Pre-reserved Tower of London tickets

Thames River cruise voucher valid for a one-way, 30-minute journey (not included with Basic options)

Access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower

Guided storytelling tour of the Tower of London

Exclusion

Guide tips

Guided tour of the Crown Jewels

Guide for the Thames River cruise

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For minors, please select the correct age category when booking. Children under 4 don’t need a ticket to enter the Tower of London, so the cost is lower, but entry tickets are required for the youth (5+) category. Incorrect selections will result in denied entry from the premises.

This tour involves walking, stairs, and uneven terrain at the Tower of London. It is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.

Your boat ticket is valid for a single journey only. You can board at any City Cruises departure point, but onward or return travel is not included and may require public transportation. We recommend checking the City Cruises website for the most up-to-date schedule before your visit.

Supplied by The Tour Guy