Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
You’re invited to the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, to be first in to explore the Crown Jewels, to join us on an adventure from the old City to the regal city of Westminster. Welcome to the Ultimate Royal London experience.
Why join the queue when you can be first into the Tower of London to enjoy the opening ceremony led by a Beefeater and see the Crown Jewels without the crowds?
We’re about to read you the story of London, a tale of two cities where you’ll be exploring from crowns to confessions.
After benefiting from early access and a special ceremony with the Beefeaters, you’ll explore the Tower that has been keeping a watchful eye over the city and the river Thames since its founding in the 11th-century.
Rejoin your guide for a relaxing boat ride on the River Thames, alighting in the royal city of Westminster to take a walking tour of the iconic landmarks that dot these streets like jewels - Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs
The total tour details includes the travel time.
What To Expect
Tower of London
Welcome to your tour and one of the most iconic buildings in London. Discover the iconic sites on the outer walls such as Traitor’s Gate and Tower Hill with your guide before entering the complex to explore one of Britain’s most historic buildings at your own pace. You will see Britain’s most treasured royal artefacts, walk in the footsteps of Anne Boleyn, see the armour of Henry VIII, visit William the Conqueror’s White Tower and meet the ravens at your own pace.
The Crown Jewels
You’re invited to the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, to be first in to explore the Crown Jewels, to join us on an adventure from the old City to the regal city of Westminster.
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Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London
What‘s Included
VIP early-access tickets to Tower of London
Local English-speaking guide
Thames River Boat Ride
A guided walking tour of Royal Westminster
Meet the Chief Beefeater for a private welcome to the Tower of London & Opening Ceremony
Food & drink
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
209 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tower of London
Tambria F,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Jeremy was fantastic extremely knowledgeable and funny! I would do again next time I'm in London. Wish the weather was better but can't do anything about Mother nature.
Great choice for us
JeffandCindy B,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nathan, our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and timely getting us to the spots we need to be … he kept us on schedule. The sites we visited were all truly London exciting and Nathan had great historical information to share as well as some fun stories history books may have overlooked or failed to include because of space limitations. If you’re with Nathan make sure ask him to recite the names of all Queens and Kings in a really fun ditty.
Lots of walking - guide...
Barb M,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of walking - guide was great / very knowledgeable - we enjoyed all parts of this tour and would highly recommend to all
Great experience
Raymond R,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience being first into the tower and seeing the opening was something I will always remember Nathan our tour guide was very funny with great stories and jokes who made the tour better than it was due to it raining for most of the time
This is the way to see London Tower
Sandra H,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Access to the opening ceremony is the way to go. First to see the Crown Jewels and less crowded. Our tour guide, Jo was excellent. She was very knowledgeable about the history of the London tower. Had great stories to tell.
If I had known this….
Amy H,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00This is not a reflection of Viator/tour guides. . Our guide who gave us a lot of history about the Tower of London but he leaves when you get into the Tower. Then you are on your own. The ceremony of the keys took about 10 minutes and it was so crowded with people we couldn’t see anything. I was disappointed that our “early access” was about 5 minutes before the others rushed in. The Crown Jewels displays- awesome! If I had known this I would have probably skipped this tour. Again, not a reflection of the tour guide/Company just my opinion on the value of the experience.
Excellent experience!
T4340GLanner,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour!! Perfect for the family.
Fun, well organized - even in the heat!
JacksonEli,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Babs was great! She was fun, personable and did a great job keeping us organized and on schedule. We appreciated seeing the tower ( and Crown Jewels) before the masses did. This was especially important as it was unseasonably warm. I would highly recommend this tour- especially if Babs is leading it.
Very worthwhile. Enjoyed...
Sally A,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very worthwhile. Enjoyed the opening ceremony, and appreciated getting in early to see the Crown Jewels before it got really crowded.
Don’t miss this tour.
Debbie Y,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Do not miss this experience. Our tour guide was great. The only issue you will have is there is not enough time to see everything at the Tower of London and do the river cruise to. You will have to decide whether you miss the cruise and stay at the tower or leave and do the cruise and finish the tour which you won’t regret.
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