Early Access: Tower of London Opening Ceremony and Royal London | 4 hours

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Early Access: Tower of London Opening Ceremony and Royal London
2 Adults x $117.33
$234.66
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$234.66
Early Access: Tower of London Opening Ceremony and Royal London
2 Adults x $138.72
$277.44
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$277.44

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • VIP early-access tickets to Tower of London
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Thames River Boat Ride
  • A guided walking tour of Royal Westminster
  • Meet the Chief Beefeater for a private welcome to the Tower of London & Opening Ceremony
  • Food & drink
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Overview

You’re invited to the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, to be first in to explore the Crown Jewels, to join us on an adventure from the old City to the regal city of Westminster. Welcome to the Ultimate Royal London experience. Why join the queue when you can be first into the Tower of London to enjoy the opening ceremony led by a Beefeater and see the Crown Jewels without the crowds? We’re about to read you the story of London, a tale of two cities where you’ll be exploring from crowns to confessions. After benefiting from early access and a special ceremony with the Beefeaters, you’ll explore the Tower that has been keeping a watchful eye over the city and the river Thames since its founding in the 11th-century. Rejoin your guide for a relaxing boat ride on the River Thames, alighting in the royal city of Westminster to take a walking tour of the iconic landmarks that dot these streets like jewels - Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace.

Itinerary

  • Tower of London

    Welcome to your tour and one of the most iconic buildings in London. Discover the iconic sites on the outer walls such as Traitor’s Gate and Tower Hill with your guide before entering the complex to explore one of Britain’s most historic buildings at your own pace. You will see Britain’s most treasured royal artefacts, walk in the footsteps of Anne Boleyn, see the armour of Henry VIII, visit William the Conqueror’s White Tower and meet the ravens at your own pace.

    2 hours

  • The Crown Jewels

    You’re invited to the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, to be first in to explore the Crown Jewels, to join us on an adventure from the old City to the regal city of Westminster.

    15 minutes

  • Thames River

    Enjoy a river cruise on one of the boats that plough the mighty Thames. Learn about the landmarks from your guide as you pass: Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, London Bridge and so much more.

    30 minutes

  • Houses of Parliament

    Welcome to Westminster. Marvel at Big Ben, a London icon and hear all about the centuries that took this majestic building from palace to centre of British democracy.

    10 minutes

  • Westminster Abbey

    Dream of the last Anglo-Saxon king and a flagship of the Church of England, your guide will give you the lowdown on this most important of places.

    10 minutes

  • Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    The prime spot to get your photo with the mounted cavalry of the Queen’s Horse Guards and official entrance to Buckingham Palace itself. Visiting outside only.

    15 minutes

  • St. James's Palace

    Built on the site of an old leper hospital, did you know that St James’s Palace is the oldest royal palace in the whole of the UK? Take in this beauty, still the official royal residence today.

    20 minutes

  • Changing of the Guard (Pass By)

    See King's Guards

  • Buckingham Palace

    The most famous of King Charles III's palaces and housing a whopping 775 rooms, the stories attached to this icon have to be heard to be believed.

    20 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs
  • The total tour details includes the travel time.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Opening the Tower of London

Published on Mar, 2025

Jo was our guide. She was a very interesting and articulate. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the Tower of London, and the gardens of St. James Park. The opening ceremony of the Tower was fun with a very clever Beefeater who welcomed us.

Jeremy was such a...

Published on Mar, 2025

Jeremy was such a wonderful tour guide. We learned so much about local history. It went by so fast, I would recommend this tour to everyone.

Tour Guide Not Boring

Published on Mar, 2025

Our tour guide Nathan was very awesome, funny guy, and knowledgeable. Best tour we ever had for this trip.

A definite do!

Published on Mar, 2025

Very accommodating as we were running a little late and they went out of their way to make sure we didn’t miss a thing. Such great stories and history told by our guide. I’d higihly recommend this tour. We went with our 20 year old who is here studying abroad and she loved it as well!

Early Morning Tower of London Tour - Excellent

Published on Feb, 2025

What a fabulous tour. Myself and four great friends met up for The Tower of London tour; the opening ceremony was amazing, then a look around the Tower including the Crown Jewells, all before opening to the public so no crowds. Have been here before a few years ago but never done the early morning tour, well worth the effort. Then a boat trip on the Thames and walk to various sights. Our (American) guide Amber was fabulous, absolutely fantastic. So knowledgeable, great fun, and happy to take lots of photos for us. Everything went as planned. We also got tickets for the Tower of London closing ceremony (separately to this tour) that same evening. A long day but what an experience. Although we have moved out of the area now our hometown is London so decided to stay over and had a fabulous evening meal at a restaurant overlooking Tower Bridge. A really lovely few days with friends. London, best city in the World.

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