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Top things to see and do

These sights are 'unmissable'

There are dozens of amazing sights and activities at the Tower of London. Access to all these amazing sights is included in your Tower of London admission ticket, unless otherwise stated and is free for all members.

Yeoman Warder

The White Tower 

The White Tower is one of the most important historic buildings in the world. An iconic symbol of London and Britain, it is currently housing 'Power House', a fascinating exhibition about the national institutions founded at the Tower of London.

Read more about the White Tower  


Crown Jewels 

Be dazzled by the 23,578 gems that make up the Crown Jewels, including the world’s most famous diamonds. You'll find this amazing collection in the Jewel House.

View our Crown Jewels slideshow >

Read more about the Crown Jewels



Line of Kings

Arnour of King Charles IFor several centuries, Tower of London visitors have enjoyed seeing the figures of armoured kings, displayed with life-sized wooden horses.

Welcome to the world's longest-running visitor attraction - newly re-displayed in the White Tower from 10 July 2013.

Find out more about the Line of Kings >


Yeoman Warder tours

Join a Yeoman Warder tour (included in your admission ticket) and you'll be entertained by tales from the Tower; pain and passion, treachery and torture, all delivered with a swagger and a smile! 

Find out more about Yeoman Warder tours



Ravens 

Legend says that the kingdom and the Tower will fall if the six ravens ever leave the Tower. The ravens have become one of the Tower's most famous sights.

View our 'Meet the ravens' video >

Read more about the Ravens at the Tower


 

Medieval Palace 

The Medieval Palace contains fabulous interiors. Discover what life was like and experience the sounds and aromas of life in a surprisingly luxurious medieval household. 

More about the Medieval Palace 

Coins and Kings

Coins and Kings: The Royal Mint at the TowerDiscover the people and stories behind the coins that were minted at the Tower for over 500 years. Located on part of the original site where the Mint was located, visitors can enjoy interactive displays and view rare objects from the Royal Mint Museum.

Find out more about Coins and Kings: The Royal Mint at the Tower >


Royal Beasts

Elephant illustration by Tim ArchboldFor over 600 years, exotic animals were held captive at the Tower. Discover more about their extraordinary stories and what life was like for them in the Royal Menagerie.

View our Royal Beasts slideshow >

Find out more about Royal Beasts >


Prisoners exhibition

There have been prisoners at the Tower almost since it was built. Our new interactive displays help children and adults explore their stories.

Prisoners exhibition >


Tower Green

Execution inside the Tower was a privilege for those of high rank. Tower Green contains the memorial to the people who died here. 

More about Tower Green



Family fun activities 

We have a wide range of activities and tours to entertain families. Choose from family trails, spotting ravens, joining a Yeoman Warder tour and much, much more.  

Family fun activities >


 

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