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Tower of London Beefeater Audience at the King's House
The fifteen minutes that give this tour its name happen at the King's House, an area of the Tower closed to regular visitors. A Yeoman Warder is there and nobody else: questions, royal gossip, and a photograph with one of the Tower's guardians.
Before that, timed entry gets you past the ticket queues, and a guide takes the fortress in order. Traitors' Gate, the stone waterway where condemned prisoners, Anne Boleyn among them, arrived by boat. Tower Green, where two of Henry VIII's wives were executed. The Bloody Tower from the outside, where two young princes disappeared in 1483. The Jewel House, entered on your own after the guide has pointed out what matters: the coronation crowns, the ceremonial swords, the Cullinan diamonds, all still used by the monarchy.
The tour finishes at the White Tower, built by William the Conqueror in 1078, with the royal armour collection and the medieval chapel left for you to see at your own pace.
There is a shorter option. The Express covers the guided tour and Crown Jewels access in 90 minutes, but without the Beefeater meeting, which is the reason most people book this one.
Arrive 10 minutes early. The guide meets you in front of the Tower of London shop, directly across from the entrance; look for staff in red holding a red The Tour Guy sign.
What's included
- Expert, English-speaking guide
- 15-minute private meet & greet with a Yeoman Warder (not included with Express options)
- Timed entry & guided tour of the Tower of London
- Photo opportunity with a Yeoman Warder (not included with Express options)
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- Access to the Crown Jewels in the Jewel House
- Guided visit to Traitors' Gate and Tower Green
- Headsets (10+ people)
Itinerary
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50 Lower Thames St, London
Arrive 10 minutes early. Your guide meets you in front of the Tower of London shop, directly across from the Tower of London entrance. Look for the staff in red, holding a bright red 'The Tour Guy' sign.
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Tower of London
Meet your guide outside the Tower of London. The timed entry tickets are ready, and the guide gives a short introduction to the fortress before you go in.
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Tower of London
Through Traitors' Gate, the stone waterway entrance where condemned prisoners like Anne Boleyn arrived by boat. The guide sets up nearly 1,000 years of history as royal palace, prison and execution site.
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Jewel House
The guide introduces the most famous pieces, then you go inside on your own to see the coronation crowns, the ceremonial swords and the Cullinan diamonds. These are treasures the monarchy still uses.
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Tower of London
Across Tower Green, where two of Henry VIII's wives were executed, with the stories of Tudor betrayal and power. Then the Bloody Tower from the outside, and the mystery of the two young princes who vanished there in 1483.
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Tower of London
The guide takes you to the King's House, an area closed to regular visitors, for 15 minutes alone with a Yeoman Warder. Ask questions, hear the royal gossip, take a photo with one of the Tower's most recognisable guardians. (Not included with Express options.)
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Tower of London
The tour ends at the White Tower, built by William the Conqueror in 1078. The guide tells you what to look for inside, then leaves you free to see the royal armour collection and the medieval chapel on your own.
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London
The tour concludes inside the Tower of London, where you are free to carry on exploring at your own pace.
Not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain and historic stone surfaces. If you have questions or concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance.
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- Up to 25 travelers per booking.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guiding available in: en.
Meeting point
- Please arrive 10 minutes early. Your friendly guide will meet you in front of the Tower of London shop directly across from the Tower of London entrance. Look for our friendly staff in red, holding a bright red 'The Tour Guy' sign!
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