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Tower of London, Thames River Ride & Changing of the Guards



Unlock the secrets of one of London’s most iconic landmarks with exclusive early access to the Tower of London, before it opens to the public. This unforgettable experience begins outside the gates, where an expert English-speaking guide brings the Tower’s 1,000-year history to life with engaging stories of royalty, intrigue, imprisonment, and power. Once inside, witness the historic Opening Ceremony, a centuries-old ritual performed by the Yeoman Warders, known as Beefeaters, as they ceremonially unlock the gates for the day. It is a rare moment that few visitors ever see.

After the ceremony, head straight to the Crown Jewels for a quiet, crowd-free viewing. Admire these dazzling symbols of the British monarchy up close, without the usual rush, and enjoy the unique intimacy that early entry provides.

From here, the experience is entirely yours. With full access to the Tower of London and an exclusive self-guided audio app available in multiple languages, explore at your own pace. Discover legendary sites such as the White Tower, the Bloody Tower, Tower Green, and the Fusilier Museum, all enhanced by rich narration, historical insights, and hidden stories delivered straight to your phone.

Perfect for first-time visitors and history lovers alike, this VIP early entry tour combines expert storytelling, skip-the-line access, and flexibility. It's the ideal way to experience the Tower of London and its treasures before the crowds arrive.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: London
Duration: 1 hour
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Entrance fees included
Subject expert guide
E-Voucher
Group tour
With audioguide

Why you’ll love this…

  • Early access to the Tower of London allows you to experience the Opening Ceremony
  • You can enjoy a live expert introduction revealing 1,000 years of Tower history
  • You'll be among the first to admire the priceless Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive
  • Access iconic sites like the White Tower and Bloody Tower at your leisure
  • You'll explore this iconic landmark at your own pace with an app in several languages

Important to know

Not suitable for:

  • Wheelchair users or guests with any impairments requiring special assistance
  • Strollers or baby carriages

Know in advance:

  • London's tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours
  • The experience includes early access to the Tower of London with Opening Ceremony and a self-guided tour with an app in multiple languages (English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and German)
  • Please make sure to download the self-guided app before your tour. Instructions on how to access and log in to the app will be provided on your voucher, so be sure to check it carefully in advance. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline inside the Tower of London
  • The local provider will do everything within their power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond their control, timings and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • VIP early access admission to the Tower of London
  • Entrance fees
  • Guided walking tour
  • Headsets (to hear the guide)
  • Downloadable APP

What’s not included

  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

2 Tower Hill, St Katharine's & Wapping, London EC3N 4EE, UK

Meeting point:

Directly in front of the Ticket Office at the Tower of London, look for the CityWonders sign. Arriving by tube: Get off Tower Hill Station (Circle and District lines). Turn right towards Trinity Square. You should clearly be able to see the tower when you exit the tube station. It's a short walk (approx. 3 minutes).


Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 20 3830 1409