What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

VIP Beefeaters Meet & Greet with Tower of London Guided Tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: 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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Overview

The Tower of London holds nearly 1,000 years of royal history, and this tour gets you closer to it than most visitors ever go. Timed entry takes you past the ticket queues, and an expert guide brings the fortress to life through stories of royal betrayal, political intrigue, and centuries of captivity.

The tour moves through the Tower's key landmarks: Traitors' Gate, where prisoners once arrived by boat; Tower Green, site of Tudor executions; the Jewel House, home to coronation crowns and the Cullinan diamonds; and the Bloody Tower, where two young princes disappeared in 1483.

The tour's signature moment is a private 15-minute audience with a real Yeoman Warder at the King's House, an area closed to the public. Ask questions, hear royal gossip, and snap a photo with one of London's most iconic guardians.

For a shorter visit, the Express option covers the guided tour and Crown Jewels access in 90 minutes, without the Beefeater meet and greet.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Expert, English-speaking guide
Timed entry to the Tower of London
15-minute meet and greet with a Yeoman Warder at the King's House (not included with Express option)
Photo opportunity with a Yeoman Warder (not included with Express option)
Access to the Crown Jewels in the Jewel House
Headsets (10+ people)
Guided visit to Traitors' Gate, Tower Green, and the Bloody Tower

✗ Not Included

Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

Meet your guide outside the Tower of London. Your timed entry tickets are ready, and your guide will give a quick intro to the fortress before you head inside.

Stop 2

Step through Traitors' Gate, the stone waterway entrance where condemned prisoners like Anne Boleyn once arrived by boat. Your guide sets the scene for nearly 1,000 years of history as a royal palace, prison, and execution site.

Stop 3

Your guide introduces the most iconic pieces, then you step inside independently to see coronation crowns, ceremonial swords, and the Cullinan diamonds. These treasures are still used by the monarchy today.

Stop 4

Stroll across Tower Green, where two of Henry VIII's wives were executed, as your guide shares the stories of Tudor betrayal and power. Continue to the Bloody Tower to hear the mystery of the two young princes who vanished here in 1483.

Stop 5

Your guide brings you to the King's House, an exclusive area closed to regular visitors, for 15 minutes alone with a real Yeoman Warder. Ask questions, hear royal gossip, and snap a photo with one of the Tower's most iconic guardians. (Not included with Express option.)

Stop 6

The tour concludes at the White Tower, built by William the Conqueror in 1078. Your guide shares what to look out for inside before you're free to explore the royal armor collection and medieval chapel independently.

Meeting & End Point

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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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End Point

Your tour will conclude inside of the Tower of London, where you'll be free to explore at your own place.

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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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Special Instructions

- Check your selected option at the top of your voucher to see what is included in your tour. If you have any questions or would like to change or upgrade your option, please contact us in advance.
- Express Option: Does NOT include the Beefeater meet and greet or King's House access. Includes timed entry and a guided tour of the Tower of London grounds with Crown Jewels access.
- Beefeater Meet & Greet Option: Includes timed entry, guided tour, Crown Jewels access, a 15-minute Beefeater meet and greet at the King's House, and a photo opportunity with a Yeoman Warder.
- Only small bags or backpacks (max 55 x 35 x 20 cm) are permitted. Large luggage, wheeled bags, tripods, and glass bottles are prohibited. There is no on-site storage; please leave large items at your accommodation.
- All guests must pass through a security check. Even with timed entry or group access, expect a short wait during peak season, up to 20 minutes.
- Depending on the assigned entry time, the itinerary order may vary.
- Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.