Tower of London tickets
About Tower of London
This iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site has almost 1000 years of intriguing tales to tell. Meet the Yeoman Warders, marvel at the fabulous finery of THE Crown Jewels and discover an unrivalled collection of royal army and armour in the iconic White Tower. Explore all the roles this impressive building has had to play throughout the centuries – from medieval palace and fortress to infamous prison and execution site.
Must See Attractions:
White Tower – The White Tower is an enduring icon of the London skyline, albeit nowadays dwarfed by, and in contrast to the modern city. This striking historic building dating back to 1075 today houses the Line of Kings, displaying royal armour, life-sized wooden horses and figures of kings throughout the centuries.
Crown Jewels – The breath-taking world-famous collection of fabulous finery and regalia – discover gloriously ornate intricately made Crown Jewels and learn how they have inspired acts of greed, violence and even spawned stories of evil curses.
The Ravens – One of the most famous sites at the Tower, legend has it that if they ever leave the Tower, the kingdom will fall. The birds all have names and very different characters, find out who’s who next to their new lodgings on the South Lawn.
Fortress and battlements – Enjoy great views over modern London and the river Thames from atop the well. Groups can explore more of the Tower’s battlements giving a sense of what it would have been like to defend the Tower against potential attackers. Along the route enjoy exhibitions highlighting aspects of the Tower’s past, including the role the Duke of Wellington played whilst Constable of the Tower.
Tickets are valid all day within the opening hours listed below.
Run time
3hr. Suggested visit time.
Venue
Categories
Age
All Ages. Free admission for children under 5.
Start date
26th May, 2023
Venue
The Tower of London
Entrance
Main entrance at the West Gate, opposite the Tower Shop
Directions
By Underground
Tower Hill station (3 minute walk) – served by the District and Circle lines
Tower Hill station has step-free access to street level.
Nearby stations (10 – 15 minute walk) – Aldgate, Aldgate East, Tower Gateway, Monument, Bank, London Bridge, Fenchurch Street
By Train
The Tower is located within easy walking distance of several mainline stations including:
10-15 mins from London Bridge Station
20 min from Liverpool Street Station
By Bus
Routes 15, 42, 78, 100, and RV1 stop nearby the Tower of London.
All major sightseeing bus tours in London pass by the Tower of London.
By Boat
Tower Pier is served by river boats travelling from various piers including Westminster and London Eye and is located next to the Tower entrance.
More information about Tower of London
Opening hours:
Mondays & Sundays 10am - 4.30pm (Last admission 3.30pm)
Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 4.30pmLast admission 3.30pm)
Last Yeoman Warder guided tour (included in your ticket) 2.30pm
From William the Conqueror’s construction of the White Tower in 1078 to its addition to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1988, the Tower of London houses much of England’s most important history. See the Line of Kings (complete with resplendent battle armor), the Crown Jewels (breathtaking regalia), and the Ravens (South Lawn-dwelling Tower guardians who, legend says, if they leave, England will fall).
The Tower of London has been an armoury, menagerie, and treasury, and today, it is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Guarded by London’s unmistakable Yeoman Warders, the property — expertly cared for by the Historic Royal Palaces — has many picture-perfect features.
Visitors can ascend the castle’s battlements: up there, you can both imagine what it was like to defend a castle at war and take sweeping views of the contemporary London landscape. Across millennia, the Tower of London has been a singular fixture in an ever-changing city. Get Tower of London tour tickets here on TodayTix.
What to Watch For
- Edward I lived in the Tower of London, which features a recreation of his 13th-century chamber housed above Traitors’ Gate. Get a sense of the scale and design of kings’ bedrooms in that era.
- Six ravens are kept in the Tower of London at any given time; if fewer than six are captive, legend says the kingdom will fall. Chat with the Ravenmaster who tends them, and see the Yeoman Warders standing by as guards.
- In British slang, being “sent to the tower” means being sentenced to imprisonment because the Tower of London historically was home to the torture and sometimes execution of political prisoners.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tower of London about?
Meet the Yeoman Warders, marvel at the fabulous finery of THE Crown Jewels and discover an unrivalled collection of royal army and armour in the iconic White Tower.
What is the running time of Tower of London?
3hr. Suggested visit time.
Where is Tower of London?
Tower of London is at The Tower of London, which is located in London, United Kingdom, EC3N 4AB.
How much are tickets for Tower of London?
Tower of London tickets start at £37.
What is the age recommendation for Tower of London?
All Ages. Free admission for children under 5.
How do you get tickets for Tower of London?
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