Overview
Tour the Tower of London with a Beefeater, then explore highlights like the Crown Jewels and White Tower at your own pace!
Experience the legendary Tower of London on this tour, featuring exclusive access to one of its famous Beefeater guards. These popular tours usually involve long lines and large crowds, but not here. Once a royal palace and notorious prison, the Tower is best known as the home of the Crown Jewels and the execution site of three Queens of England.
You will be led by a guide inside to meet one of the Tower's Yeoman Warders, more commonly known as Beefeaters. This Beefeater will explain the story and traditions of this elite guard and will be available to take pictures and answer questions.
After the tour, explore the Tower at your own pace. Visit Tower Green, where Henry VIII executed two of his wives, and the White Tower, where the "Princes in the Tower' were allegedly murdered by Richard III.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Location
Tower of London, London, UK
Meeting Point
- Tower of London | Meeting point directly in front of the Group Ticket Office (not at the entrance of the Tower of London)
Guests highlight the exceptional experiences provided by knowledgeable and entertaining guides, particularly praising the Beefeater interactions and the opportunity to explore the Tower of London before the crowds arrive. Many reviewers note the informative and engaging nature of the tours, with specific mentions of guides like David and Andy who made the history come alive. However, some customers express disappointment regarding the misleading nature of the "private" tour experience, as they encountered larger groups than expected and felt the tour did not meet their expectations for exclusivity. Overall, the combination of early access and insightful storytelling contributes to a memorable visit for most attendees.