Tower of London

Discover London’s castle – a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison

Discover London’s castle – a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison

Explore London’s iconic castle and World Heritage Site. Get up close to the Crown Jewels in the year of the Platinum Jubilee, meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens and see the Tower like never before.

Pile of silver coins, some shiny silver, some dirty and tarnished. Coins are thin and some have damaged edges. Most are so worn you cannot see the portraits of the kings of queens on them

Isaac Newton and the Mystery at the Mint

This February half term, help Isaac Newton - the new Warden of the Royal Mint - against troublesome gang members who are forging and stealing coins at the Tower of London.

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

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)

Visitors on a Yeoman Warder tour Spring 2022
Things to see Tours and talks

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

Available

Tower of London

Included in palace admission (members go free)

The Tower of London Deputy Ravenmaster attends to a raven with Tower Green and the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula in the background.
Things to see

Meet the famous ravens at the Tower of London and discover why they are known as the guardians of the Tower.

Open

Tower of London

Included in palace admission (members go free)

The Gunpowder Plot Immersive by Layered Reality showing Tom Felton as Guy Fawkes
Events Families

Travel back in time and experience history like never before in this thrilling new immersive experience created by Historic Royal Palaces and Layered Reality.

Open Thursday - Sunday

Tower of London

Open 13.00-19.30

Separate ticket

A Yeoman Warder stands outside the White Tower during a Twilight Tour or the Tower.
Tours and talks

Dare you visit the Tower at night and take one of our Twilight Tours? Discover secrets of the Tower's history with after-hours access.

08 January - 02 April 2023

Tower of London

Separate ticket (advance booking required)

Tower of London White Tower with rainbow
Events Tours and talks

A new immersive tour exploring 700 years of LGBT+ history at the Tower of London.

18, 19, 22 (BSL), 23 and 24 February 2023

Tower of London

17.30, 18.30, 20.00 (50 minutes)

Separate ticket (advance booking required)

Family visiting Tower of London promo. A family of four walking towards with Yeoman Warder Paul Langley.

Join as a member

Enjoy unlimited adventures at our magnificent palaces, discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.

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Browse our online shop

Discover unique souvenirs inspired by our palaces and the royalty who inhabited them.

Browse our online shop

Discover the Crown Jewels

Discover the world-famous collection of treasures including more than 100 objects and over 23,000 gemstones.

Learn more
A brightly coloured medieval wall painting showing Saint Michael the Archangel (the 'Byward Angel') weighing the souls of the dead

Behind closed doors at the Tower of London

Discover Tower secrets that are usually off-limits to the public with Google Arts & Culture. From the medieval Byward Angel to a stunning depiction of Jane Grey’s final hours, explore the Tower’s unique collection in incredible detail online.

Tower of London view from the River Thames

Blog: Elizabeth I's coronation procession from the Tower of London

Curator Charles Farris recalls Elizabeth’s dramatic procession from the Tower of London to Westminster the day before her coronation.

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As a self-funding charity, there are several ways you can support us.

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Donate

Help us to conserve these historic buildings, ensuring they are here for future generations to enjoy. We raise all our own funds and depend on your support.

Children standing in front of the White Tower

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There's never been a better time to join Historic Royal Palaces and begin sharing days out with friends and family at our magnificent palaces.

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Become a patron

Step closer to history and join us for unique and amazing events as a patron of Historic Royal Palaces.

A low angle view of the White Tower looking north, October 2009.

The White Tower was begun in the reign of William the Conqueror (1066-87) and completed by 1100. The fortress was originally faced with huge blocks of pale marble-like Caen stone imported from Normandy. In 1636-8 the external appearance of the White Tower was significantly altered with the replacement of much of its cut-stone work and window surrounds with Portland stone. 

The primary role of the White Tower was as a fortress and stronghold but it also served as a royal residence and as the setting for major governmental and ceremonial functions.

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Sponsor a stone in the iconic White Tower at the Tower of London. Looking for that extra special gift? Sponsor a stone for a friend or loved one, giving them something uniquely personal.

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