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Tower of London Guided Group Tour with Flexy Thames River Cruise
About This Tour
Immerse yourself in London's rich history and marvel at the Beefeaters and crown jewels with our Tower of London tour! Begin your tour at the 11th-century castle, which once imprisoned some of England's most notorious characters. With our expert local guide, you'll climb the towers and delve into the dark and captivating history of this intriguing attraction. At the end of the guided tour, your guide will provide you with a flexible Thames River Cruise ticket, able to be used at your convenience! Please, note that the cruise will not be accompanied by one of our guides.
From the gory executions to the lavish royal ceremonies, every step of this tour will reveal the secrets and stories that have shaped the Tower of London's legacy. Get ready for a thrilling adventure that will leave you in awe of London's past and present.
From the gory executions to the lavish royal ceremonies, every step of this tour will reveal the secrets and stories that have shaped the Tower of London's legacy. Get ready for a thrilling adventure that will leave you in awe of London's past and present.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Small Group Size of Maximum 20!
- Prebooked Tower of London Tickets
- Access to the British Crown Jewels, White Tower and More!
- Flexible One-way Thames River Cruise ticket (if option selected)
- Expert English-Speaking Guide
- Guided Tour of the Tower of London
✗ Not Included
- Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
- Food & Beverages
- Gratuities
Itinerary
1
Your guide meets you outside the Tower of London shop. Before entering, tune into a brief orientation on the fortress's nearly 1,000-year history and what to expect inside.
2
Step through the ancient gates with your timed entry tickets, pass through security, and follow your guide along the fortress walkways. You'll stop at Traitor's Gate, the water entrance where prisoners like Anne Boleyn arrived knowing they would never leave, and then move on to the Bloody Tower, where two young princes vanished without explanation and Sir Walter Raleigh spent years locked inside plotting his next voyage.
The route ends at Tower Green, where some of Tudor England's most powerful figures were executed on royal orders. Your guide puts the politics behind each death into plain terms, so by the time you leave, the stones feel less like a backdrop and more like a crime scene.
The route ends at Tower Green, where some of Tudor England's most powerful figures were executed on royal orders. Your guide puts the politics behind each death into plain terms, so by the time you leave, the stones feel less like a backdrop and more like a crime scene.
3
Your guided portion ends at the entrance to the Jewel House. Continue independently to marvel at the coronation regalia, glittering crowns, and ceremonial treasures that remain central to British royal tradition today.
4
Your tour includes a flexible ticket for a 30-minute Thames River Cruise, able to be redeemed at any point during your time in London (typically valid for 1-month)! Sit back and relax as you float through the city and pass by iconic sites such as The Shard, Tower Bridge, and more!
Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- For minors, please select the correct age category when booking. Children under 4 don’t need a ticket to enter the Tower of London, so the cost is lower, but entry tickets are required for the youth (5+) category. Incorrect selections will result in denied entry from the premises.
- Please note the meeting point is Tower of London shop, Tower of London side. Look for our friendly staff in red, holding a bright red 'The Tour Guy' sign!