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Stories

The Tower at war

The Tower of London played an important role in the First and Second World Wars

The Crown Jewels

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

Edward Francis

Edward Francis, an enslaved African who lived at the Tower of London

Yeoman Warders at the Tower of London

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

The Tower of London prison

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

The Tower of London Menagerie

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

What's on at the palaces

SOLD OUT Lady Alice's Temple in the snow
Tours and talks Events

Member Walking Tour of the Garden at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Join us for a member-only guided tour through the gardens at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.

Saturday 26 February 2022 - 10.00

Hillsborough Castle

Free (advance booking required)

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SOLD OUT Chief Yeoman Warder carrying the Tower keys
Events For members

Member-Only Ceremony of the Keys

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

16 January and 20 February 2022

Tower of London

Separate ticket (advance booking required)

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A Yeoman Warder gives a tour to a group of visitors outside the chapel of St Peter Ad Vincula at the Tower of London
Things to see Tours and talks

Yeoman Warder Tours

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

Open

Tower of London

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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View of the White Tower exterior
Things to see

White Tower

Marvel at the imposing White Tower, a magnificent example of Norman architecture at the heart of the Tower of London.

Open

Tower of London

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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Young boy looking towards the imperial state crown in the Crown Jewels exhibition
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

Tower of London

Allow one hour

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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Regimental guards surround the Chief Yeoman Warder as they stand outside the Bloody Tower in the Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London
Tours and talks

Experience the Ceremony of the Keys

Be part of this ancient tradition, which has taken place every night for at least 700 years in the Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London.

Daily

Tower of London

Daily from 21.30-22.05

Separate ticket (advance booking required)

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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 gift shops.

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.

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.

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.