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Family trails and resources


For exploring, visiting and discovering the Tower and its stories 

Learn and discover together, online or on a visit to this historic fortress. 

Links and downloads

Activity trails

For making the most of a visit to the Tower, these trails are also available free and in full-colour hard copy on site.

Crowning glory: The Jewel House >
(PDF 343KB)  Just how spectacular is the world's biggest cut diamond? Explore the Crown Jewels in the Tower's Jewel House and see for yourself.

Palace secrets: The Medieval Palace >
(PDF 447KB)  There's more to the Tower than murder and mayhem. Discover the Medieval Palace within its walls.


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Visiting information
Everything you need to know about coming to the palace as a family.


PDFs: How to download

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