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Discover the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London | A royal experience
Headout is an authorized and trusted partner of the venue, offering curated experiences to enjoy this attraction.
Step inside 1,000 years of royal history and imprisonment and marvel at the largest collection of Crown Jewels.
- Everything you get: Entry to the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, home to the largest collection of Crown Jewels, the White Tower, Traitor’s Gate, Bloody Tower, and more. Meet the Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters), spot the legendary ravens, and explore at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Unlock the full Tower of London experience—see the Crown Jewels, meet Beefeaters, and walk through centuries of British history in one ticket.
- Upgrades: Enjoy expert storytelling and insider knowledge with early access tours with a Beefeater and an English guided tour, or enjoy a Thames River cruise.
Step inside 1,000 years of royal history and imprisonment and marvel at the largest collection of Crown Jewels.
- Everything you get: Entry to the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, home to the largest collection of Crown Jewels, the White Tower, Traitor’s Gate, Bloody Tower, and more. Meet the Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters), spot the legendary ravens, and explore at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Unlock the full Tower of London experience—see the Crown Jewels, meet Beefeaters, and walk through centuries of British history in one ticket.
- Upgrades: Enjoy expert storytelling and insider knowledge with early access tours with a Beefeater and an English guided tour, or enjoy a Thames River cruise.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
- Early access entry to the Tower of London (as per option selected)
- Guided tour of the Tower (as per option selected)
- English-speaking professional guide (as per option selected)
- Thames River Cruise (as per option selected)
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not permitted on this experience.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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SYLVIE
Jun 2025Verified booking
We really enjoyed visiting these 2 monuments, the Tower for the building and everything it contains, and the bridge for its glass floor in particular! Like everything else we visited, the only language was English 😏
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Julie
Jun 2025Verified booking
Simply it IS the Tower of London. Iconic, historic, atmosphrtweather wasn't good but inside the displays were very informative.
Miss
May 2025Verified booking
The attraction was very informative and the wardens were helpful and very accommodating. Loved the ravens! And the crown jewels were A-MAZ-ING! Lots of steps to contend with on site so wear comfortable footwear if you go. Booking online made tickets and entry easier. Would highly recommend
Christine
May 2025Verified booking
the tower of london was ama inv so much to see and our three grandchildren loved it all ,especially the crown jewels and the mint collection ton ,can't belive we are londoners and have never been before ,the poppy displays were stunning ,that was the highlight for me so beautiful we all had a fab time ,the children loved chatting with the friendly yeomans as well , ,we had lunch in the cafe which was all plentiful & delicious ,we will definitely go again
john
May 2025Verified booking
Brilliant day out, lots of interesting things to see and it was lovely to see the Poppies cascading around the Tower. Would highly recommend anyone who hasn't visited to go ahead and buy a ticket, you will not be disappointed.
John
May 2025Verified booking
I had no idea of everything that was in the Tower. We would have allotted much more time. Fanscinating. The Yeoman, AJ, was an outstanding guide - mixing humor with the history. You should allot 3 hours for the tour!
alan
May 2025Verified booking
It was obvious from minute one that the most entertaining part of the experience of the Tower of London was going to be the Yeoman who led the tour. He knew his stuff and educated as well as made us laugh.
Laura
May 2025Verified booking
The tickets were easy to buy, download and use. Great experience. The Tower itself was extra crowded due to VE Day celebrations. We paid for the headphones which are definitely NOT worth it. The headphones are not user friendly and do not improve the experience.
Frederic
May 2025Verified booking
10 a.m. visit with a light flow Very nice exhibition Very interesting site I highly recommend However, from noon onwards, monstrous queues !!!! Prefer early mornings
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Hayley
May 2025Verified booking
Absolutely loved the Toer of London. Fantastic place to visit, we visited on a bank holiday weekend and as you can imagine it was busy but the queue flowed very quickly. Lots to see and do, coffee shop, gift shop. Audio tours. An excellent attraction with the Crown Jewels to top it off.
Jean-François
May 2025Verified booking
Arriving at 8:30am, the tour of the jewels was carried out in excellent conditions; afterwards, the historical explanations on the use of the different places were very well done; the armor room was extra with pieces in very good condition.
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Vivien
May 2025Verified booking
Easy scanning of the tickets on the cell phone, smooth processing. You can stay on the grounds as long as you like The only drawback is that nothing depends on the time slot you have booked, you queue as normal and there is a huge queue at the Crown Jewels.
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Stacey
Apr 2025Verified booking
Purchasing tickets was easy. The tower was beautiful. Exhibits were informational. There were a lot of people! So many people that sometimes it was hard to move freely and see exhibits. My only real complaint is that there were so many people, that the wait to see the Crown Jewels was at least an hour. Unfortunately, we were unable to see them , which was the one thing I was most excited about seeing. I was disappointed about that. Overall, a good experience.
Amarell,
Apr 2025Verified booking
Ticket booking and admission were super reliable. You should plan enough time for the Tower; this is actually a day program. The jewels are beautiful and can be viewed in peace despite the crowds. The crowds are hardly anyone's fault, as we were there too. Apart from that, the Tower is a great and really worth seeing site with lots of small exhibitions and attractions. Overall, London is impressive. You can't see all the highlights with peace, quiet and a sense of culture and art, and it's better to pay the entrance fee selectively. We would rather come back and would be happy to be your customers again. Many thanks and best wishes to the funny ravens.
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Angelina
Apr 2025Verified booking
Super convenient to book from home. I would recommend it to anyone. Otherwise the queues can be quite long or you don't even get in. Everything worked great and the tower is really very interesting and worth seeing.
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SILVANO
Mar 2025Verified booking
Azacquiring tickets was very easy, ditto accessing the Tower of London by simply showing the QR codes on your smartphone. We were able to enter without any problem as much as an hour and a half early, perhaps because it was not too crowded, and we visited the site for about 8 hours, availing ourselves of an audio guide in Italian for only £5 each.
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Craig
May 2025Verified booking
The tour was amazing! Must do!
Mary
May 2025Verified booking
We really enjoyed the tour guide, the speaker was informative and funny. The Bloody Tower was our favorite to visit.
Nicole
May 2025Verified booking
The history, the architecture and the audios make it easy to keep up.
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Diane
May 2025Verified booking
Having my tickets saved time and less hassle.
LABEYRIE
May 2025Verified booking
A dive into history. And the evolution of the Tower through the ages, right up to the present day.
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Nadja
May 2025Verified booking
Everything well described, very worth seeing
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Ina
May 2025Verified booking
We were there in the morning, which worked out well - no long waiting times
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Jennifer
May 2025Verified booking
Great visit, lots of history and awesome guide.
Bihari
May 2025Verified booking
I could buy my ticket very quick, to visit Tower was an immediate idea. The exibition was amazing.
Combos
Combo: Tower of London + Tower Bridge Tickets
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£51.80
See both the Tower of London and Tower Bridge together—just a stone’s throw away!
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site, access to the Crown Jewels, the Medieval Palace, torture and Royal Mint exhibitions, plus a chance to see Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters).
- Everything you get at Tower Bridge: Entry to the world-famous bridge, a walk on the 42-meter-high glass walkway, access to the Victorian Engine Rooms, and a peek at the original steam engines. Enjoy panoramic Thames views and engineering marvels.
- Why choose this combo: Just a short walk apart, explore both iconic landmarks in a single day, with plenty of time left to see sights along the Thames.
See both the Tower of London and Tower Bridge together—just a stone’s throw away!
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site, access to the Crown Jewels, the Medieval Palace, torture and Royal Mint exhibitions, plus a chance to see Yeoman Warders (Beefeaters).
- Everything you get at Tower Bridge: Entry to the world-famous bridge, a walk on the 42-meter-high glass walkway, access to the Victorian Engine Rooms, and a peek at the original steam engines. Enjoy panoramic Thames views and engineering marvels.
- Why choose this combo: Just a short walk apart, explore both iconic landmarks in a single day, with plenty of time left to see sights along the Thames.
Inclusions
Tower of London
- Entry to the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
Tower Bridge
- Entry to Tower Bridge
Tower of London
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not permitted on this experience.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking are not permitted.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Tower Bridge
- You must present the printed voucher at the main entrance, and you will be allocated a ticket for the next available time slot.
- On the second Saturday of every month, between 9:30am and 11:30am, entry to Tower Bridge is reserved for Relaxed Opening attendees.
- Suitcases, wheeled bags, and oversized items are not permitted on this experience.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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La
May 2025Verified booking
It was two very great tours. I did upgrade my ticket at the booth on the peer for only 4pds to take the riverboat tour. Very informative.
Ana
Apr 2025Verified booking
The information and tickets and reminders are good options. However I booked for two adults and a child and they sent me tickets for two adults and a senior, being a higher cost.
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VERONIQUE
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was great experiences ! London Eye gives an amazing view of London, it was ideal for us to start our journey. We have also loved Tower Bridge, with a mix of historical explanations and beautiful views from the bridge; the transparent part the bridge is impressive, and machine room is great !
Mirle
Mar 2025Verified booking
It was not overcrowded. We had an evening ticket for 7pm. We read beforehand that up to 28 people can get into the capsules. We were actually 8 people in total. It was very pleasant and you could walk around. I would definitely book it again.
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Hélder
Jun 2025Verified booking
Efficient and quick with no problems.
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Sonnette
Jun 2025Verified booking
Everything! Great experience. I would definitely recommend the tour to others.
Edith
Jun 2025Verified booking
Everything went smoothly No drawbacks I recommend it
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Huba
May 2025Verified booking
The view z gistory of Tower bridge so everything was nice!
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Meet & greet a Beefeater, see the Opening Ceremony, or enjoy a Thames cruise with a Tower guided tour.
- Everything you get: Enjoy fast-track entry to the Tower of London, a 15-min meet and photo op with a real Beefeater, and an English guided tour covering the castle’s highlights, history, and legends. Includes access to the Crown Jewels and other areas like Tower Green.
- Why choose this: Skip the lines to save time and get insider stories from a Beefeater or an English-speaking guide, see the Crown Jewels up close before the first crowds.
- Upgrades: See the Beefeater Opening Ceremony, go on a Thames River cruise, or enjoy a Spanish-guided tour of the Tower.
Meet & greet a Beefeater, see the Opening Ceremony, or enjoy a Thames cruise with a Tower guided tour.
- Everything you get: Enjoy fast-track entry to the Tower of London, a 15-min meet and photo op with a real Beefeater, and an English guided tour covering the castle’s highlights, history, and legends. Includes access to the Crown Jewels and other areas like Tower Green.
- Why choose this: Skip the lines to save time and get insider stories from a Beefeater or an English-speaking guide, see the Crown Jewels up close before the first crowds.
- Upgrades: See the Beefeater Opening Ceremony, go on a Thames River cruise, or enjoy a Spanish-guided tour of the Tower.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
- Guided tour of the Tower of London
- English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Early-morning access to the Tower of London (as per option selected)
- 15-min private meet & greet with a Beefeater (as per option selected)
- Access to the Beefeater Opening Ceremony (as per option selected)
- Thames River Cruise (as per option selected)
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not permitted on this experience.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking are not permitted.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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matthew
Jun 2025Verified booking
Guide was great. Met at the assigned location with another family and then received a text from the tour handled(not guide) asking where we were. They eventually told us they were on the opposite side of the gift shop, not the location pictured in the app. Needless added stress and confusion that put my wife in a foul mood. I'll reiterate, the guide was knowledgeable and courteous. It was the communication through the company that was lacking
Anne
Jun 2025Verified booking
Wonderful tour but book the first one of the day as it gets crowded fast. AJ was an amazing guide. Lots of stairs so be ready for a lot of walking and staircases.
Timothy
Jun 2025Verified booking
The tour was great! The guide was easy to find. When our plane was delayed by a day, we were able to rebook to another available tour. The tower was one of the best things we did while in London.
Helen
May 2025Verified booking
Great tour guide , very knowledgeable. Made sure we saw all the important parts and advised us on the other parts to vivit after the tour .
Stephanie
May 2025Verified booking
The meet up was very organized! We loved the special preview with the Beefeaters and really valued being the first into the crown jewel area. Our guide Richard was great and I loved being able to hear him speak with the headsets.
Sharon
May 2025Verified booking
I did enjoy that part of the tour(outside) by the tour guide. Given the cost of the tour, I expected much more commentatry and thought there would be more inside the tower. Skipping the line was an impportant perk.
Johnny
May 2025Verified booking
The highlight of my visit was the beefeater guide and the story telling. Mollie, at the ticket entrance, was so kind and thoughtful. She is as beautiful as the jewels we saw.
Patricia
May 2025Verified booking
It was a lovely day weather wise which is a plus, guide was really good , and the beefeater also interesting and numerous as well
Richard
May 2025Verified booking
Everything was perfect, but it could have been a failure because when we arrived at the starting point there was nothing that helped us find where to meet our guide. We asked several of the Tower people working there and they all said we had to get on the end of the extraordinary long line. By our own initiative we were lucky enough to find the guide group.
theresa
May 2025Verified booking
Easy meeting spot. Our guide Ben had the right mix of humour and history to keep us entertained and we had Nev the Beefeater who was also excellent. Ben gave us all the information we needed to continue exploring this iconic site
Tayla
May 2025Verified booking
The experience was fantastic. Getting the early access and seeing the gate opening and Crown Jewels without the crowds was unbelievable. Louisa is a fantastic guide who is both knowledgeable with spots of humor that made the experience even more enjoyable. Her wealth of knowledge was amazing and informative. Five stars to her!
Guerrieri
Apr 2025Verified booking
The punctuality and the 'excellent organization. The guide, micael, very nice. It was especially nice to see the tower with a small group.
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Norbert
Apr 2025Verified booking
Jennifer
Apr 2025Verified booking
Our tour was awesome. Our guide Stephen was friendly, fun and knowledgeable . We enjoyed the meet and great with the Beefeater and learned so much. One of our most favorite tours in London. Highly recommend
June
Jun 2025Verified booking
The guide was friendly and informative about the history of the Tower and other parts of London.
Allison
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was a wonderful tour, and our guide Jill was fantastic. I would highly recommend it.
Laura
May 2025Verified booking
Loved the small group for the beef eater tour. Nice to skip the line
Adeyne
May 2025Verified booking
Ben was very informative and answered any questions
Michael
May 2025Verified booking
The knowledge of Ben was outstanding. He made the tour most enjoyable through his personality and his enthusiasm.
Eva
May 2025Verified booking
So much history there! Your guide and beefeater were great!
Clair
May 2025Verified booking
The lady who took us around was very friendly and knowledgeable
Ulrike
Apr 2025Verified booking
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and he spoke slowly, so that even my granddaughter, a language beginner, understood well.
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Malcolm
Apr 2025Verified booking
Was easy process for all three bookings.
Lee
Apr 2025Verified booking
Very informative tour with a back drop of friendly Yeoman and other staff
Shamsudin
Apr 2025Verified booking
The humour of the beafeater. Great presentation!
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Tower of London + London Eye Tickets
from £72.48
£68.86
5% off
Unlock London’s royal history and skyline views in one value-packed combo ticket.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site, access to the Crown Jewels, the Fusiliers Museum, and interactive Royal Mint and torture exhibitions. Dive into British history at your own pace.
- Everything you get at the London Eye: Entry to the London Eye and breathtaking 360° views of the city’s landmarks from a glass capsule at 135 m high. Spot landmarks like Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Buckingham Palace during your 30-min ride.
- Why choose this combo: Save 5% and skip the hassle of booking separate tickets—secure two of London’s top experiences in one go for guaranteed entry.
- Upgrades: Want to skip the queues at the London Eye? In the next step, upgrade to the fast-track ticket for even quicker boarding, saving up to 60 mins.
Unlock London’s royal history and skyline views in one value-packed combo ticket.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site, access to the Crown Jewels, the Fusiliers Museum, and interactive Royal Mint and torture exhibitions. Dive into British history at your own pace.
- Everything you get at the London Eye: Entry to the London Eye and breathtaking 360° views of the city’s landmarks from a glass capsule at 135 m high. Spot landmarks like Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Buckingham Palace during your 30-min ride.
- Why choose this combo: Save 5% and skip the hassle of booking separate tickets—secure two of London’s top experiences in one go for guaranteed entry.
- Upgrades: Want to skip the queues at the London Eye? In the next step, upgrade to the fast-track ticket for even quicker boarding, saving up to 60 mins.
Inclusions
Tower of London
- Entry to the Tower of London
- Access to the Crown Jewels
London Eye
- Entry to the London Eye
- 30-min ride on the London Eye
Tower of London + London Eye
- Sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, large suitcases, bags, smoke bombs, fireworks, illegal substances, rollerblades, scooters, e-scooters, and tripods are not permitted in this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Guests with accessibility needs are entitled to a free carer ticket with valid documentation.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Available facilities: restroom and free Wi-Fi.
Tower of London
- Pepper sprays, buggies and pushchairs (in White Tower), selfie sticks, and monopods are not permitted in this experience.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- Expect a wait time of up to 15-30 mins before your experience begins.
London Eye
- Rucksacks, glass bottles, skateboards, motorcycle helmets, and hot foods are not permitted on this experience.
- Children under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by adults.
- Children under the age of 2 years can go for free, but require a ticket to enter.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- Expect a wait time of up to 30-60 mins before your experience begins with standard tickets.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Manoel
Mar 2025Verified booking
It was very easy and smooth on entry. Customer service was amazing and we were lucky with the sunny weather to enjoy the attractions!🥳
Hélder
Jun 2025Verified booking
Efficient and quick with no problems.
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Rajaguru
May 2025Verified booking
Nice and great experience and I recommend using headout is a best in savings
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Guided Tours
Tower of London Guided Tour, Thames River Cruise, and Changing of the Guards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
Timeline
Map
START POINT
Tower of London Ticket Office
Meet your English-speaking guide at the Ticket Office at the Tower of London.
0.16 km
3 minutes
1
Tower of London
Tickets included
The Tower of London, a historic castle on the banks of the River Thames, is a symbol of British power and history. This iconic fortress has served as a royal palace, an armory, a prison, and a treasury.
0.16 km
3 minutes
2
Thames River Cruise
8 attractions
Tickets included
Experience the magic of London from the River Thames, a relaxing and scenic way to explore the city! Cruise past iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, and St Paul's Cathedral, while learning about the city's rich history and culture from your English-speaking guide.
Nearby things to do
Tower Bridge
21 min walk
The Shard
22 min walk
HMS Belfast
22 min walk
St. Paul's Cathedral
14 min walk
Shakespeare's Globe
15 min walk
London Eye
8 min walk
Big Ben
1 min walk
Westminster Abbey
2 min walk
3.37 km
27 minutes
3
See London’s royal icons—Tower of London and Changing of the Guards, before a Thames cruise.
- Everything you get: Early access to the Tower of London, guided tour with an expert English-speaking guide, a scenic Thames River boat ride, and a front-row experience of the Changing of the Foot or Horse Guards on Buckingham Palace grounds.
- Why choose this: Beat the crowds before they arrive at the Tower, get prime views of the Changing of the Guards, and relax on a cruise, all in one morning.
- Upgrades: Select the Opening Ceremony option to see the exclusive ceremony and be among the first to see the Crown Jewels.
See London’s royal icons—Tower of London and Changing of the Guards, before a Thames cruise.
- Everything you get: Early access to the Tower of London, guided tour with an expert English-speaking guide, a scenic Thames River boat ride, and a front-row experience of the Changing of the Foot or Horse Guards on Buckingham Palace grounds.
- Why choose this: Beat the crowds before they arrive at the Tower, get prime views of the Changing of the Guards, and relax on a cruise, all in one morning.
- Upgrades: Select the Opening Ceremony option to see the exclusive ceremony and be among the first to see the Crown Jewels.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line early entry to the Tower of London
- Access to the Crown Jewels
- English-speaking guide
- Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames
- Walking tour around Buckingham Palace
- Changing of the Guards ceremony (Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sun)
- Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tues, Thurs, and Sat)
- Opening Ceremony at the Tower of London (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Entry to Buckingham Palace
- Transfers
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
- Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll see the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.
- In case the Changing of the Guard ceremony is canceled, you will be provided with a walking tour of Westminster instead.
- Some lines may form due to increased security measures, even with skip-the-line access.
- Large bags, sharp objects, and items that can cause security hazards are not permitted on these experiences.
- Pets are not permitted on this experience.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Apr 2025Verified booking
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Hannah
May 2025Verified booking
The tour itself and the tour provider were excellent. However, it was not what was advertised. My tour took place on a Monday. According to the tour guide, there was never a Change of Guard on a Monday to observe, however, this was a key part of the tour title and even in reading the small print it said that it did take place on a Monday. Advertising a 'Tower of London Guided Tour', which is in the title and in the small print, is false advertising. We were escorted to the opening ceremony, which was incredible, and then given 50 minutes to look round the tower. Anyone who knows the tower will know this is not enough time, and there was no guide to take us around. Since, for us, the Tower visit was the primary aspect of the tour, this was incredibly disappointing and not explained in the small print. Finally, I wrote to Headout 7 days ago detaling my complaint, and have not heard anything back. I would caution anyone against booking with them in the future.
Cristen
Dec 2024Verified booking
Great communication on meeting spot, great guide who was super fun and engaging. Loved the self tour at the Tower! Really fun tour!
Stephen
Jan 2025Verified booking
Knowledgeable and small group
HAMILTON
Dec 2024Verified booking
We would of liked more time in the Tower of London
jacqueline
Jan 2025Verified booking
Paul
Jan 2025Verified booking
Simone
Jan 2025Verified booking
Mitchel
Dec 2024Verified booking
Stephanie
Jan 2025Verified booking
Our guide was GREAT and very knowledgeable. The tour, however, was a "quick walking tour" which was not what was advertised. I would not recommend this tour to anyone.
Linda
Oct 2024Verified booking
This was the most fabulous 4-hour tour. Our guide was Natalie. She was attentive to every single person on the tour and made sure we always got the best viewing spots. Our ticket included a Thames ride in addition to the Crown Jewels, Tower of London and changing of the guard at Buckinghma Palace. I truly feel your visit of London would not be complete without it.
Saldino
Dec 2024Verified booking
What I loved the most was all of the valuable information that the guide gave us. From the sites, locations and restaurants. I'll definitely be returning and recommend this service to my friends and family.
Sherry
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our guide was knowledgeable and personable. The allotted time at the Tower of London would have been awesome if it was even 30 minutes longer. However as part of the tour included a boat ride down the Thames there was a schedule that had to be adhered to.
Katharine
Oct 2024Verified booking
Natalie was amazing! She gave us facts instead of pointing to something and giving us the name as we walked by. It was fascinating!
Matthew
Oct 2024Verified booking
The guide was great was able to get us into great spots for photos quickly. Well planned. Well executed! The directions to meet up are a bit dodgy. The guides carry little flags on sticks but the booking makes it sound as if there is sign creating confusion till you figure it out.
Denise
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tower of london has always been on my bucket list and the tour guide Sophie was absolutely amazing. She was funny and knowledgeable and really gave a great tour.
Geni
Sep 2024Verified booking
They were calling when I was on a ship not able to take a phone call but ended up getting the info via voice maile time was earlier. I'm good. Once in London I get a phone call. I said I got the message time change and the Rep was no I had to be a different day . As soon as I said I can't do that all of a sudden she say she can't hear me trouble on the line . Maybe but I could hear her. She said call back the number I just called on. I did ended up being a phone tree and I pressed the option to call me back which didn't happened. I'm assuming it's cancelled. The following day another Rep calls to tell me about the time change which doesn't work now since I assumed you all cancelled on me. She said she would refund my money which better happen. This was not on me and please do the right thing.
Elisabeth
Nov 2024Verified booking
Natalie was a great tourguide!
Marco
Sep 2024Verified booking
Everything was perfect. Could not have been better very excited to have done this visit.
MICHAEL
Nov 2024Verified booking
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Combos
Combo (Save 13%): London Eye + Thames River Cruise + Tower of London Tickets
from £88.98
£77.38
13% off
See London—sky-high on the Eye and from the Thames, before learning its royal history.
- Everything you get at the London Eye: Standard access to the observation wheel for breathtaking 360° views of London’s skyline. Enjoy a 30-min ride and see landmarks like Westminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral from 135m high.
- Everything you get on a Thames River Cruise: A relaxing cruise along the Thames with live English and recorded multilingual commentary, offering unique riverside views of London’s landmarks. Glide past Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and more, all from the comfort of your seat.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old fortress, access to the Crown Jewels, the White Tower, Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, and interactive exhibitions on royal history and the Royal Mint.
- Why choose this combo: Unlock three top London experiences with one ticket—save time, money, and hassle while enjoying the city’s best views and stories.
See London—sky-high on the Eye and from the Thames, before learning its royal history.
- Everything you get at the London Eye: Standard access to the observation wheel for breathtaking 360° views of London’s skyline. Enjoy a 30-min ride and see landmarks like Westminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral from 135m high.
- Everything you get on a Thames River Cruise: A relaxing cruise along the Thames with live English and recorded multilingual commentary, offering unique riverside views of London’s landmarks. Glide past Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and more, all from the comfort of your seat.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old fortress, access to the Crown Jewels, the White Tower, Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, and interactive exhibitions on royal history and the Royal Mint.
- Why choose this combo: Unlock three top London experiences with one ticket—save time, money, and hassle while enjoying the city’s best views and stories.
Inclusions
London Eye
- Entry tickets to the London Eye
- 30-min ride on the London Eye
Thames River Cruise
- 40-min Thames River cruise
- English-speaking guide
- Boarding from the London Eye or Tower Piers
- Multilingual audio guide in English, Arabic, German, French, Spanish, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Italian, Indonesian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Vietnamese
Tower of London
- Entry tickets to the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
London Eye and Thames River Cruise
- Large bags, sharp objects, and items that can cause security hazards are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not allowed on this experience.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Tower of London
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not permitted on this experience.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Fatima
Jun 2025Verified booking
I loved this combo 😭😭😭😭 my husbands American and he was really excited to go on the London eye and the cruise so it was an amazing experience 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Evanilde
Apr 2025Verified booking
It was very practical to buy online, it made my life easier, the tour was beautiful, unforgettable memories:smiling_face_with_hearts
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CHERIFI
May 2025Verified booking
Organization, fluidity of the visit
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DECAMPS
May 2025Verified booking
The professionalism of the hosts and the different points of view.
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Timothee
Apr 2025Verified booking
Nice organization, the cruise captain was hilarious too.
Andrew
May 2025Verified booking
Easy to book and great instructions on the day both excellent experiences veiws of London up in the air and along the Thames with commentry
Katrina
May 2025Verified booking
The London Eye gave us great views - we enjoyed it. We were put in our space with a large group and that was not ideal. It was hard to move around to see different areas due to so many people taking up most of the window space and places to sit. We were not able to do our river cruise. The boat captain said the operation of the combo ticket had changed and we could only take the boat one way to the Tower of London. I was disappointed to not do this part of the ticket and to forfeit my money since we were unable to reschedule in the short time we were there. Maybe I should give this a lower rating since it was not really good!
Carmen
May 2025Verified booking
The gentleman on the boat deserves a 20/10 for the live guide. He was so friendly and you could tell that he enjoyed doing it
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Sandra
May 2025Verified booking
From booking the experience I was kept updated with information on the app and was well informed on where to go. Once there it was so simple, queuing for the London Eye was quick and seamless and after on the river cruise was exactly that, a cruise! Would definitely recommend, staff friendly and great day out (helped that the weather was fabulous!)
leon
Apr 2025Verified booking
The Tower of London is well worth a visit, even if you have to do a quest in each of the towers to admire the jewels in my crown.
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isabelle
Apr 2025Verified booking
Great London Eyes experience. Cruise a little short for my taste, but worth doing. The staff at both were super friendly and smiling.
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Truc
Apr 2025Verified booking
The London Eye is good with the skip line, good service, but the River cruise ticket was confusing me. First, I don't know how to get to the entrance to the cruise, the ticket is not clear what is the cruise name and it was only one way ticket. I got drop off at Greenwich which I am not expected, so I have to found the way the get back the hotel.
Julia
Apr 2025Verified booking
London Eye : Hardly any waiting time with Fastline , Beautiful view over London Cruise : Knowledgeable information from the captain during the cruise, but late departure (which is generally not a bad thing), but no information on site
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Yogesh
Mar 2025Verified booking
The cruise portion of the ticket was sold as 40 minute round trip boat ride. When we showed up for the cruise, we were told that tickets were only good for one way 30 minute boat ride from London Eye pier to Tower Hill.
Manoel
Mar 2025Verified booking
It was very easy and smooth on entry. Customer service was amazing and we were lucky with the sunny weather to enjoy the attractions!🥳
Hélder
Jun 2025Verified booking
Efficient and quick with no problems.
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Timothy
May 2025Verified booking
Fun speaker and boat ride. It was a blast.
Harneet
May 2025Verified booking
The cruise was awesome and the view on top of the London Eye was breathtaking!!
Rajaguru
May 2025Verified booking
Nice and great experience and I recommend using headout is a best in savings
Cristian
Apr 2025Verified booking
The river trip was extraordinary. Praise crew
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daniele
Apr 2025Verified booking
Very positive experience: all attractions easily accessible and well indicated. Recommended !
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Andrea
Apr 2025Verified booking
The guide at the Tower of London was fantastic! Very informative and amusing. And the boat tour was very good.
EDUARDO
Apr 2025Verified booking
If I only see short and expensive the return to londo eye
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Anahita
Apr 2025Verified booking
The offer was so good comparing to the original ticket price of London Eye
Abigail
Mar 2025Verified booking
Super fast to access, very well organized and the attention was very friendly.
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Combos
Combo (Save 21%): Tower of London Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Thames River Cruise
from £84.80
£66.59
21% off
Explore the Tower of London, the Thames, and more with a hop-on hop-off bus tour at your preferred schedule.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old Tower, the Crown Jewels, interactive exhibitions like Royal Mint and Torture at the Tower, and more. Come face-to-face with the Tower’s guardians — Beefeaters and the ravens!
- Everything you get on the Hop-on Hop-off bus tour: Unlimited access to 3 bus routes with 40+ stops across the city. Learn about London’s history and culture via multilingual commentary, and get 4 walking routes to see the city at your pace.
- Everything you get on a Thames River Cruise: Go on a scenic one-way cruise along the Thames for panoramic views of Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Big Ben, the Shard, and more from the water.
- Why choose this combo: Explore the Tower, the Thames, and the city's landmarks with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour with the freedom to see them on a schedule that suits you.
Explore the Tower of London, the Thames, and more with a hop-on hop-off bus tour at your preferred schedule.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old Tower, the Crown Jewels, interactive exhibitions like Royal Mint and Torture at the Tower, and more. Come face-to-face with the Tower’s guardians — Beefeaters and the ravens!
- Everything you get on the Hop-on Hop-off bus tour: Unlimited access to 3 bus routes with 40+ stops across the city. Learn about London’s history and culture via multilingual commentary, and get 4 walking routes to see the city at your pace.
- Everything you get on a Thames River Cruise: Go on a scenic one-way cruise along the Thames for panoramic views of Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Big Ben, the Shard, and more from the water.
- Why choose this combo: Explore the Tower, the Thames, and the city's landmarks with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour with the freedom to see them on a schedule that suits you.
Inclusions
Tower of London
- Entry to the Tower of London
- Access to the Crown Jewels
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- 24-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
- Access to Blue, Green & Yellow routes (see routes here)
- 4 self-guided walking tour routes to see London at your pace
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian, and Arabic
- Kids' audio guide in English & French (only on the Yellow route)
- Free Wi-Fi & earphones
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Thames River Cruise
- One-way Thames River cruise
- Boarding from Westminster Pier or Tower Pier
- English-speaking guide
- Audio commentary in 14 languages
Exclusions
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- Entry to attractions
London hop-on hop-off tour
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Blue route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop 15 (Grosvenor Gardens)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop 15 (Grosvenor Gardens) (5pm from Fri to Sun)
- Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Lambeth Palace, London Bridge
Yellow route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop 1 (Coventry Street)
- Last bus: 4pm from stop stop 1 (Coventry Street) (5pm from Fri to Sun)
- Frequency: Every 30 to 40 mins
- Popular stops: Trafalgar Square, London Eye, Tower of London
Green route
- First bus: 8:20am from stop 38 (Wyndham's Theatre)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop 38 (Wyndham's Theatre)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: British Museum, St Martin's in the Fields, Wyndham's Theatre
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier
- First boat: 10am
- Last boat: 5:15pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 30 mins
From Westminster Pier (stops at London Eye)
- First boat: 10am
- Last boat: 6pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
Evening tour
Please click here for a detailed route map.
- Bus departure: 5:30pm (Jan, Feb & Nov), 6pm (Mar), 7:30pm (Apr & Sep), 8pm (May), 9pm (Jun), 8:30pm (Jul & Aug) & 7pm (Oct) from 1-5 Coventry Street
- Frequency: Once every Sat upto end of Apr, Fri to Sun from Sun & every day during school holidays
- Duration: 90 mins
Tower of London
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice for security reasons.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- Children aged 4 and under can travel for free if they don't need a separate seat.
- You can use your tickets on any day before the tour date. However, keep in mind that they cannot be redeemed if the first day of travel has already passed.
- Specific details related to the cruise tours and meeting point addresses will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Pets and small dogs must be seated at your knees.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Claudia
Jun 2025Verified booking
Everything went well with the tickets. However, the river cruise was only one way and only from Westminster to the Tower, so we had to fork out another 18 €, whic
Catherine
May 2025Verified booking
Covering London with commentary. The traffic was so heavy. I wondered if there could be a little bit of additional commentary in certain areas. The boat on the Thames added an extra dimension
TORTUEL
May 2025Verified booking
I recommend it with my eyes closed. Discovery of London by coach and little cruise on the Thames. Simply magnificent tour of London. Tickets in the form of QR codes sent upon purchase. No problems at the various checkpoints. I'll be using Headout again for my next trips.
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Fernando
May 2025Verified booking
I liked everything, however at the time of booking you should make more emphasis on the fact that the hop-on hop-off Bus Tour company is Tootbus.
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Dinah
May 2025Verified booking
It would be better if you had a human guide pointing out what you were talking about. On a crowded bus it was hard to tell which building the guide was talking about or even where in the route where you were. No one announcing or display of what stop you were at so you could keep up.
Wolfgang
May 2025Verified booking
The bus and the commentary were generally very good. However, compared to other hop on/hop off buses, the buses arrived infrequently and very irregularly.
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Jaime
Apr 2025Verified booking
The price was great. We saw the whole of blue line which was 3 1/2 hrs. Great view of the city and short spurts of history thru headphones. River cruise was a different perspective of the city by water. The guide was funny on the water cruise. Tower of London was the 2nd day for us. We stayed about 3 hrs and did the guided audio tour. We really enjoyed it. Always nice to find deals on vacation to save a buck or two.
Marco
Apr 2025Verified booking
The mixture of an open top bus tour and a boat tour was a great experience! Buying the ticket online was easy and hassle-free.
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Hélder
Jun 2025Verified booking
Efficient and quick with no problems.
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Francesco
May 2025Verified booking
beautiful sunny day, we especially liked the London Tower. 3 hours for the 2 visits, positive experience
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David
May 2025Verified booking
Everything went as described. I can only recommend it. There were also other tips for the trip.
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Sandra
May 2025Verified booking
The musical accompaniment during the pauses in speaking
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Dirk
May 2025Verified booking
Easy booking and Check in, however, long waiting time for the Bus.
Primetshofer
May 2025Verified booking
Buses very clean, the sights were explained very well in German. Sound quality OK
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Linda
Apr 2025Verified booking
Nice ride and excellent organization. Courteous and helpful staff
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Farid
Apr 2025Verified booking
Boat took too long time we did know how long it would take
Dippel
Apr 2025Verified booking
We particularly enjoyed the tour of the Tower.
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Eileen
Apr 2025Verified booking
Regular buses, easy to find stops with App.
Clara
Apr 2025Verified booking
Everything about the tour. It was superb 👌
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Combo (Save 5%): Tower of London + St. Paul’s Cathedral Tickets
from £61.80
£58.71
5% off
Unlock London’s royal legends—visit St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London with one ticket.
- Everything you get at St. Paul’s Cathedral: Entry to the iconic Baroque cathedral, the site to royal weddings and funerals, and access to the Oculus 270° film. Climb to the Golden Gallery and visit the historic Crypt to honor famous Britons.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Full access to the 1,000-year-old fortress, see the Crown Jewels, explore the White Tower and Chapel, and discover the Royal Mint and prisoner exhibitions at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Why choose this combo: Enjoy up to 10% savings compared to individual tickets, and admire the Crown Jewels at the Tower and city views from St. Paul’s.
Unlock London’s royal legends—visit St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London with one ticket.
- Everything you get at St. Paul’s Cathedral: Entry to the iconic Baroque cathedral, the site to royal weddings and funerals, and access to the Oculus 270° film. Climb to the Golden Gallery and visit the historic Crypt to honor famous Britons.
- Everything you get at the Tower of London: Full access to the 1,000-year-old fortress, see the Crown Jewels, explore the White Tower and Chapel, and discover the Royal Mint and prisoner exhibitions at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Why choose this combo: Enjoy up to 10% savings compared to individual tickets, and admire the Crown Jewels at the Tower and city views from St. Paul’s.
Inclusions
St. Paul's Cathedral
- Entry to St. Paul's Cathedral
- Multimedia guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean
Tower of London
- Entry into the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
St. Paul's Cathedral
- St. Paul's Cathedral is an active working cathedral; therefore, usual operating hours are subject to change. Check the latest schedule on the venue website before visiting.
- On Sundays, the cathedral is closed for visits.
- The Whispering Gallery and St Dunstan's Chapel are no photography areas.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
Tower of London
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not permitted on this experience.
- Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Marketa
May 2025Verified booking
St Paul's is wonderfool piece of rebeliation of the architect and I enjoyed the visit. Especially dome. The stairs are quite difficult (narrow and high number of it). We had a bit problem with the electronic ticket but we were not the first and not the last I suppose (we had to let them print so do it before visit). There was not a lot of people so we had time and good oporutnity to explore everything.
Lecerf
May 2025Verified booking
The cathedral is magnificent, and the crypt impressive and moving. The audio guide really lets us immerse ourselves in the history of this place.
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Christine
Apr 2025Verified booking
We had a wonderful guide who explained so well about the architectural features and symbols throughout the cathedral. She also engaged our 9 year old grandson who enjoyed the visit as much as we did. We loved the words in Latin at the centre of the cathedral placed by Wren's son with the meaning "if you want an epitaph to Sir Christopher Wren, simply look around you!" It was lovely to pause on the hour to reflect that St Paul's is a place of worship and to say The Lord's Prayer together in our mother tongues.
Jillian
May 2025Verified booking
Once allowed in enjoyed the experience. I printed QR codes only but was not sufficient to enter. They wanted booking reference no. So why not say print booking reference no. ???
Daren
Apr 2025Verified booking
The Cathedral is absolutely beautiful! I didn't give a 5 star rating only because entering the Cathedral took a long time at the desk. We purchased tickets in advance and I had them available on my phone. However, the gentleman at the desk had to look at my phone, take pictures of three different sections of my phone tickets, and then finally admit us. Four families that arrived with NO tickets, purchased and entered before we did. I wouldn't repurchase tickets again. Slower process. It took 15 minutes and we were already on a time crunch.
Gwyneth
Mar 2025Verified booking
On arrival I had to email them the tickets you had sent as they would not accept them as tickets. I had no signal was directed to desk to queue I then had a signal and was able to email them. I don't know if I could have gained entry if I had been unable to email. Seemed clunky system. My issue is with St Paul's staff not overly helpful
Bernadette
Mar 2025Verified booking
I was advised to print ticket. This proved difficult so I didn't as a qr code is normally accepted at venues. This particular qr code was not acceptable at the venue (why not) so I had to screen shot, email this to St Pauls. All the while with the queue building up behind me. Very patient staff at St Paul's. They couldn't do enough to sort this.
Hélder
Jun 2025Verified booking
Efficient and quick with no problems.
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NM
Jun 2025Verified booking
Favorable price for 1 adult and three children. Beautiful location
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Paula
May 2025Verified booking
The ticket on the website didn't work and I had to send an email to get into St. Paul's Cathedral.
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Parmjit
May 2025Verified booking
We had such an amazing day tickets were easier to book thank you 👍🏼
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Make the most of London
Highlights of the Crown Jewels
St Edward's Crown (1661)
This solid-gold coronation crown was made in 1661 for the coronation of Charles II to replace the medieval crown (said to have belonged to King Edward the Confessor) that had been melted down. It weighs 2.23 kg and is adorned with 444 semi-precious stones. It is used only for the actual crowning moment (then replaced by a lighter state crown) and was last used for crowning Charles III in 2023.
The Imperial State Crown (1937)
Created for King George VI's coronation in 1937, this is the crown that the monarch wears on State occasions like the annual Opening of Parliament. It was made to replace the crown made for Queen Victoria in 1838 and is set with over 3,000 stones, including the Black Prince's Ruby, the Stuart Sapphire, and the Cullinan II diamond.
The Sovereign’s Sceptre with Cross
During the coronation the monarch is presented with the Orb and the Sceptre with Cross, which represent their powers and responsibilities. While it dates back to 1661, the sceptre was modified in 1910 for George V with the addition of the Cullinan I diamond. It's the largest colourless cut diamond in the world, at 530.2 carats.
The Sovereign’s Orb
The Orb is also presented to the monarch at the coronation and symbolizes Christian dominion. This solid gold globe was also made in 1661 and is topped with a cross. It's set with over 650 diamonds and four large pearls once owned by Elizabeth I.
Queen Mary’s Crown (1911)
Queen Mary’s Crown is a consort crown within the Crown Jewels. Made for the coronation of Queen Mary, the wife of King George V, this Art Deco-inspired crown features eight half-arches instead of the typical four or two. The silver-gilt frame is set with approximately 2,200 diamonds, including Cullinan III, Cullinan IV, and the Koh-i-Noor diamond, though all were later removed.
The Coronation Spoon
The Coronation Spoon is the oldest artifact in the collection, dating back to the 12th century. It is used to anoint the new monarch with holy oil during the coronation ceremony, cementing the spiritual legitimacy of their rule. Unlike much of the royal regalia that was destroyed by Parliament, the Coronation Spoon survived because it was privately held.
Sovereign's Ring (1831)
The Sovereign's Ring was specifically crafted for the coronation of King William IV in 1831. It features a prominent octagonal sapphire as its centerpiece and the Cross of Saint George in rubies, and 14 surrounding diamonds. During coronations, the Archbishop places it on the fourth finger of the sovereign's right hand during the investiture.
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Timings
Getting there
Accessibility
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- Summer: 9am to 5:30pm
- Winter:
Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 4:30pm
Sunday & Monday: 10am to 4:30pm - Early access: 8:15am onwards
- Best time to visit: Between 9am and 10am. However, it is best to secure early-access tickets for the best experience.
- Duration: Spend at least 30-45 mins in the Jewel House. You can expect at least 15 mins of wait time.
Address: Tower of, Tower Hill, London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom | Find on Maps
- By tube: Circle and District Lines
Nearest station: Tower Hill Station (5-min walk away) - By bus: Bus lines 15, 42, 78, 100, and RV1
Nearest stop: Tower of London - By car: A3211 route
Nearest parking: Tower Hill Coach & Car Park (2-min walk away)
- Wheelchair accessible: The Jewel House, which houses the Crown Jewels, has level access. There is a moving walkway (‘travelator’) alongside the Crown Jewels.
- Lift: There is a platform lift at the end of the moving walkway in the Crown Jewels exhibition, which allows you to access the raised platform to spend more time viewing the Crown Jewels. It is not suitable for mobility scooters.
- Lighting and sounds: The Jewel House has low level lighting and sound effects.
- Braille displays: There are Braille displays in the Jewel House.
- Tactile objects: There are tactile raised 2D images of the Crown Jewels in the Jewel House.
- Tours: For visually impaired and blind visitors, join a 'vocal eyes trained' warden on a descriptive tour of the Jewel House.
- Crown Jewels Shop: After the Crown Jewels exhibition, visit this shop near the exit of the Crown Jewels exhibition for a wide range of souvenirs and gifts inspired by the Crown Jewels.
- Jewel House Shop: Visit this shop located up the stairs opposite the exit of the Crown Jewels exhibition to see a range of jewellery, china and gifts inspired by the Crown Jewels.
- You can also shop from these stores online.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Crown Jewels
How many items are there in the Crown Jewels collection?
The collection consists of approximately 140 items, each with its own unique history and significance.
How old are the Crown Jewels on display?
Yes, the Crown Jewels are permanently displayed in the Jewel House at the Tower of London for visitors to admire.
Why is the photography of the Crown Jewels restricted?
Photography of the Crown Jewels is not permitted due to religious and security reasons.
Are there any restrictions on touching the Crown Jewels?
Yes, visitors are not permitted to touch the Crown Jewels for preservation reasons.
Are there any famous gemstones included in the Crown Jewels?
Yes, the collection includes famous gemstones such as the Koh-i-Noor and Cullinan diamonds.
Are the Crown Jewels always on permanent display?
Yes, the Crown Jewels are permanently displayed in the Jewel House at the Tower of London for visitors to admire. However, since they are a working collection, some jewels like the State Imperial Crown or the Sovereign’s Sceptre may temporarily not be on display for coronations or other important royal events.
How often are the Crown Jewels used in ceremonies?
The Crown Jewels are typically used during significant state occasions, such as coronations and the State Opening of Parliament.
What happens to the Crown Jewels after a coronation?
After a coronation ceremony, the Crown Jewels are returned to the secure vaults at the Tower of London until needed for the next occasion.
How are the Crown Jewels authenticated and verified?
The authenticity of the Crown Jewels is verified through meticulous documentation, historical records, and expert appraisal.
From happy customers
Sylvie
FranceJun, 2025
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We really enjoyed visiting these 2 monuments, the Tower for the building and everything it contains, and the bridge for its glass floor in particular!
Like everything else we visited, the only language was English 😏
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John
United KingdomMay, 2025
Brilliant day out, lots of interesting things to see and it was lovely to see the Poppies cascading around the Tower.
Would highly recommend anyone who hasn't visited to go ahead and buy a ticket, you will not be disappointed.
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Sheila
United StatesMar, 2025
Our tour was awesome. Our tour guide was so wonderful extremely knowledgeable and super friendly. It was a great experience
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Kathleen
United StatesMar, 2025
We did the early access( 8:30 am on 3/1) to the Crown Jewels with a Beefeater. We enjoyed hearing about the history of the area /the reason for the ravens/ exploring the different areas ,and it was nice skipping the lines, too! I would highly recommend this tour / tour company!
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Abdulaziz
Saudi ArabiaApr, 2025
The pass allowed for spontaneous planning and enabled easy access to multiple locations through one ticket. I loved the variety of options and how clear the instructions were.
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Euzet
FranceNov, 2024
This allows you to have a pass for several visits to sites and to plan your program simply.
Our only disappointment concerned the tourist bus: the service provider included in the pass offered three not very practical circuits. We waited almost 1 hour to take the green route, and after a quarter of an hour it stopped for its break...
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Robert
United StatesSep, 2024
We chose 3 because we only had 1 day. It was great because it did not require reservations for Westminster Abbey which was sold out for the day.
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Oliver
United KingdomAug, 2024
The exhibition was phenomenal. Well worthy of a trip to London. 5 stars
Like nothing we have ever seen before
Great value as well
Best wishes Oliver Nash
Author of The Primate Puzzle
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