Tower of London Guided Tour + Meet & Greet with Beefeaters

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Highlights

Exclusive 15-minute meet and greet with a Beefeater
Earlier entrance to the Crown Jewels
In-depth tour of the Tower of London
Engaging local guide (English Speaking)

Summary

Are you the kind of traveler who only books the most exclusive tours? Then we have you covered. No one tells the stories of the Tower of London better than a Beefeater, so you’ll get a private meeting with one inside a room in the Bloody Tower that most people miss! Afterwards, your expert guide will give you an in-depth tour to discover more about Tower Green, the Bloody Tower, Traitor’s Gate, and so much more. And of course, you have early entrance to the crown jewels too!

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Commentary

English

Meeting Point

Greater London, England, EC3N 4DT, United Kingdom

Why take this tour?

Begin your Tower of London journey with an engaging local guide near the entrance, where you'll join a small group to experience the Beefeaters' traditional opening ceremony. This unique and entertaining event sets the tone for a captivating guided tour, showcasing the Tower's highlights including the crown jewels, the famous resident ravens, and intriguing tales of English history.

Your 2-hour tour includes witnessing the historical Tower of London opening ceremony performed with military precision and a touch of humor by the Beefeaters, an early access viewing of the crown jewels to avoid long lines, and an in-depth exploration of significant sites such as Traitor’s Gate, the Bloody Tower, and more, all led by a friendly, knowledgeable guide in a group of no more than 20.

Delve into the depths of British history with early access to the crown jewels, a stroll through the Bloody Tower, and an insight into the Tower Green where dramatic events unfolded. Although guides are not permitted in the White Tower, your guide will equip you with fascinating insights to enrich your exploration of this historic symbol of Britain’s power after the tour.

What’s included?

Exclusive 15-minute meet and greet with a Beefeater
Earlier entrance to the Crown Jewels
In-depth tour of the Tower of London
Engaging local guide (English Speaking)
Maximum group size of 20
Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
Food & Beverages
Gratuities

Things to know

Cancellation Policy

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

Please bring along your voucher on the day of your tour either in print or on your mobile device.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes to suit the weather forecast.

This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs or participants with limited mobility.

Please note that up to 24 hours before the scheduled tour departure time, Viator can amend/cancel your booking free of charge. Within 24 hours of the scheduled tour departure time, the booking cannot be amended and is non-refundable.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the indicated start time. Customers that arrive late will not be able to join the tour once it has left the meeting point and cannot be rescheduled.

Photography is allowed in most areas, with the exception of the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.

Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

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