Tower of London Tours

London, United Kingdom
Tower of London

The Tower of London is located within walking distance of the River Thames’ north bank and Tower Bridge in the heart of London. Although expanded and modified by subsequent English monarchs through the centuries, the White Tower, commissioned by William the Conqueror, retains its original characteristics and forms the focal point of this outstanding example of medieval architecture. Having defeated England in the Battle of Hastings in 1066, William endeavored to bring all of England under his control and so the Tower of London was established to help consolidate his power and exact terror and domination over London. Construction began around 1078, although ironically William never saw his project finished due to his death prior to completion in the early 1090s. Officially called ‘Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of The Tower of London’, the compound is now a World Heritage Site.

You’ll step back in time to an era of oppressive rule within this iconic landmark, where The Crown Jewels continue to attract countless tourists… just for a glimpse and where, if you’re lucky enough, you could see the ghost of Anne Boleyn. Beheaded May 19, 1536, many reported sitings place Queen Anne’s headless body close to her execution site at Tower Green. Learn more of the expansions and remodelling projects implemented by various Kings & Queens, and hear stories of the prison and its prisoners, such as Sir Walter Raleigh and Elizabeth I, prior to her ascension to the throne.

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Early Access Tower of London, Crown Jewels & Thames River Cruise

Skip the line and start your morning inside the Tower of London, a former royal residence, and experience history brought to life. You’ll admire the …More

Skip the line and start your morning inside the Tower of London, a former royal residence, and experience history brought to life. You’ll admire the...

180 to 285 minutes Free Cancellation
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$136
Private Tour London Highlights, entries Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London

Join us for a full day Highlights tour of London, this tour is designed to show you around some of the most famous sites. Your …More

Join us for a full day Highlights tour of London, this tour is designed to show you around some of the most famous sites. Your...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$253
London Three Markets & Neighbourhood Tour

Discover three very different and exciting historic markets on your guided walk through the buzzing East End. Get behind-the-scenes and meet the makers in the …More

Discover three very different and exciting historic markets on your guided walk through the buzzing East End. Get behind-the-scenes and meet the makers in the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$106
4 Hours Private Iconic London Black Taxi Tour

Discover the best of London in comfort and style on a private tour in an iconic electric Black Taxi. With your own fully licensed and …More

Discover the best of London in comfort and style on a private tour in an iconic electric Black Taxi. With your own fully licensed and...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$511
VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise

Begin your VIP tour with early, skip-the-line access, and see the tower’s storied opening ceremony. With just a small group for company, you’ll explore the …More

Begin your VIP tour with early, skip-the-line access, and see the tower’s storied opening ceremony. With just a small group for company, you’ll explore the...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
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$136
Total London Full Day Sightseeing Tour

Don’t miss out during your trip to London with a day tour filled with top city sights and attractions! Your tour includes a panoramic tour …More

Don’t miss out during your trip to London with a day tour filled with top city sights and attractions! Your tour includes a panoramic tour...

8 hours 50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$156
Speedboat Sightseeing: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -45 Minutes

This fantastic interactive guided tour takes in London's top sights and gives fascinating insight into their history. With a modern sound system on board you'll …More

This fantastic interactive guided tour takes in London's top sights and gives fascinating insight into their history. With a modern sound system on board you'll...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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Roman Ruins to Blitz Bombings: A Walking Tour of London's Fiery History

Travel through two thousand years of history, meeting the Romans, William the Conqueror, Christopher Wren, Anne Boleyn's ghost, and Queen Boudica (and hear how she's …More

Travel through two thousand years of history, meeting the Romans, William the Conqueror, Christopher Wren, Anne Boleyn's ghost, and Queen Boudica (and hear how she's...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Working Women of the East End Walking Tour

The East End has been an important area throughout London's History, a place of refuge, change, idealism but also crime and poverty. It's full of …More

The East End has been an important area throughout London's History, a place of refuge, change, idealism but also crime and poverty. It's full of...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private London Black Cab Sightseeing Tour – Personalized & Fun

We offer a bespoke, private and unique service. Our tours are all about you, our customer. We will visit and explore the classic sights of …More

We offer a bespoke, private and unique service. Our tours are all about you, our customer. We will visit and explore the classic sights of...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$684
Private London Highlights Tour with Experienced Guide in Taxi

Tour with fun “real Londoners” having up to 30 years experience of driving London’s streets & alleyways & 7 years tour guiding, gathering tons of …More

Tour with fun “real Londoners” having up to 30 years experience of driving London’s streets & alleyways & 7 years tour guiding, gathering tons of...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$538
Speedboat 'Ultimate Tower Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 minutes

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist …More

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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Speedboat 'Tower RIB Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 20 minutes

Blast along the River Thames on this 20 minute TOWER RIB BLAST round-trip speedboat cruise from Tower Millennium Pier. Once suited up, sit back and take …More

Blast along the River Thames on this 20 minute TOWER RIB BLAST round-trip speedboat cruise from Tower Millennium Pier. Once suited up, sit back and take...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private London Tour by Car - Pick Up From Your Hotel or Apartment

Are you ready to embark on a journey through time and explore the iconic landmarks of London? Look no further! Our London Private Tour is …More

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Are you ready to embark on a journey through time and explore the iconic landmarks of London? Look no further! Our London Private Tour is...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$155
3 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: The Best of London

Discover top attractions and famous landmarks across the British capital on this private 3-hour London walking tour. Follow a private guide through the ancient streets …More

Discover top attractions and famous landmarks across the British capital on this private 3-hour London walking tour. Follow a private guide through the ancient streets...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$155
River Thames Evening Cruise with Sparkling wine and Canapés

Wind up your day in the best possible way on a sunset River Thames boat cruise! Lasting two hours, this London sightseeing cruise passes all …More

Wind up your day in the best possible way on a sunset River Thames boat cruise! Lasting two hours, this London sightseeing cruise passes all...

2 hours
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$54
Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames

The best way to see London's sights and splendor is from the deck of a boat. With this hop-on hop-off pass you can cruise up …More

The best way to see London's sights and splendor is from the deck of a boat. With this hop-on hop-off pass you can cruise up...

1 day Free Cancellation
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London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

Travel London’s River Thames with a Single Journey Ticket on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. This ticket allows you to travel to or from any …More

Travel London’s River Thames with a Single Journey Ticket on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. This ticket allows you to travel to or from any...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Private Classic London Taxi Tour

This is our most popular tour, where you will get to see the majority of what London has to offer, whilst being driven around in …More

This is our most popular tour, where you will get to see the majority of what London has to offer, whilst being driven around in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$533
London Classic Sightseeing Private Taxi Tour

London can feel overwhelming when you first arrive, with so much to see and the major sights spread across the city. Our private Classic London …More

London can feel overwhelming when you first arrive, with so much to see and the major sights spread across the city. Our private Classic London...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Taxi Private Tour of the Big Sights of London

You can choose exactly where to go, what to see and when to hop in or hop out of my Electric powered London Black Taxi. …More

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You can choose exactly where to go, what to see and when to hop in or hop out of my Electric powered London Black Taxi....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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