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Tower of London & Crown Jewels Tour with Beefeater Meet & Greet
About This Tour
For over 900 years, the Tower of London has been the site of intrigues, imprisonments, and executions. On this exclusive tour, your small group will be assigned an individual Yoeman Warder, or Beefeater, to explain how this attraction has been a key backdrop in the story of the English monarchy.
What's Included
✓ Included
- English-speaking City Wonders representative
- Entrance Ticket to the Tower of London
- Self-guided app for the Tower of London [if option is selected]
- Private Beefeater Audience for your Group
- Insights with an Authentic Beefeater Guard
- Free time to visit the Tower of London & Crown Jewels at your own pace
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up/ Drop-off
Itinerary
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Your tour will begin just in front of the main entrance, where you will be given a short introduction to the history of the Tower of London before being led in to meet the Beefeater dedicated to your small group. From stories of traitorous plots to tales of royal scandal, the guards of the Tower of London will bring this attraction to life before your eyes. Your small group will also enable you plenty of chances to ask questions and interact directly with the Beefeater as they lead you through this ancient fortress.
2
After your tour, continue to discover the Tower at your leisure including a visit to the infamous Bloody Tower, a tour of the old Royal Mint, or a visit to the home of the stunning Crown Jewels. Because of our early morning start time, you will be among the first visitors into the Tower and will have the opportunity to explore without the usual large crowds.
At times an important stronghold, a magnificent palace, and an intimidating prison; the Tower of London is a must-see attraction for those interested in British history. Don’t miss out on the opportunity for a guided tour with those most familiar with it – the Beefeaters.
At times an important stronghold, a magnificent palace, and an intimidating prison; the Tower of London is a must-see attraction for those interested in British history. Don’t miss out on the opportunity for a guided tour with those most familiar with it – the Beefeaters.
Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- London's tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
- Please note that the duration of the Beefeater audience varies by tour time: approximately 30 minutes for morning tours and around 15 minutes for afternoon tours.