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Stories

The Tower of London prison

It is known as an infamous prison, but it wasn't built to be one

The story of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

‘The Grandest House in County Down’

The Crown Jewels

A priceless collection used to crown the kings and queens of England

Yeoman Warders at the Tower of London

The ‘Beefeaters’ have been guarding the Tower since Tudor times

Lady Jane Grey

Known as the ‘Nine Day Queen’, Lady Jane had the shortest reign in British history

The Tower of London Menagerie

For over 600 years, the Tower housed a menagerie of exotic wild animals

What's on at the palaces

A row of suits of armour and wooden horses statues in the Line of Kings Exhibition in the White Tower of the Tower of London.
Families Things to see

Armoury in Action

Shoot arrows, assemble firearms and brandish a sword in this exciting, hands-on experience in the White Tower.

Open daily

Tower of London

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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Yeoman warder speaking to visitors
Highlights Tours and talks

Yeoman Warder tours

Discover captivating stories of pain and passion, treachery and torture on the Yeoman Warder tours at the Tower of London.

Daily

Tower of London

Tours begin every 30 minutes

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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BOOKING Young boy looking towards the imperial state crown in the Crown Jewels exhibition
Events Member only

Exclusive members' viewing of the Crown Jewels

Experience a members-only viewing of the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London.

30 September 2019

Tower of London

19:00

Separate ticket (advanced booking required)

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Events Member only

Members' White Tower Tour

See the Line of Kings and the Chapel of St John the Evangelist after hours with a White Tower guide, at the Tower of London.

12 August 2019

Tower of London

18.30

Separate ticket (advanced booking required)

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SOLD OUT Chief Yeoman Warder carrying the Tower keys
Events Member only

Member-only Ceremony of the Keys

Member-only access to the traditional locking up of the Tower of London, the Ceremony of the Keys.

21 July, 11 August and 22 September 2019

Tower of London

21:30

Free (advanced booking required)

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Young boy looking towards the imperial state crown in the Crown Jewels exhibition
Highlights Things to see

See the Crown Jewels

Prepare to be dazzled by this breathtaking, world famous collection of 23,578 gemstones at the Tower of London.

Open daily

Tower of London

Allow one hour

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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Group visits

Visiting the Tower in a group? Group discounts and savings are available on our tickets for groups of 15+. Find out more and book online today.

Exterior view of the White Tower

Getting here

Find out how to get to the Tower of London by tube, bus, rail, boat, car or bicycle with our easy-to-follow directions.

Exterior view of the White Tower

Accessibility

The Tower of London aims to be accessible to all - find out more about accessibility for those with mobility needs or visual impairments.

Aerial view of the Tower of London from the north, showing the White Tower in the centre of the fortress

FAQs

Can't find the information you need? Browse our FAQs for details of military discount, lost property and more.

Shopping

Indulge in a souvenir of your trip to the Tower, from replica armour, jewellery, clothing and costumes, there’s something for everyone in our five gift shops.