Tower of London Guided Tour with Optional Thames Cruise

The Tower of London has guarded the Thames for almost 1,000 years, and its stones still hold the darkest stories in British history. Step inside with a storytelling guide and timed-entry tickets, then explore the Crown Jewels and medieval White Tower at your own pace.

Your tour begins outside the Tower of London, where your guide hands out pre-reserved tickets and offers a quick orientation. Walk through ancient gateways and step into nearly a millennium of royal drama, military might, and political intrigue.

Pause at Traitor's Gate to hear the chilling story of those who passed through these waters and never returned, including the doomed queen Anne Boleyn. Then continue to the Bloody Tower, where your guide unpacks the unsolved mystery of two young princes and the imprisonment of Sir Walter Raleigh.

Stand on Tower Green, where some of England's most famous figures met their tragic ends, before your guide leads you to the entrance of the Jewel House. Step inside on your own to see coronation crowns, royal scepters, and the dazzling Cullinan diamonds, then climb the medieval White Tower to view royal armor and weapons.

Use your flexible Thames cruise ticket whenever it suits you, drifting past Tower Bridge and London's iconic skyline on a relaxing 30-minute glide (the Thames River cruise is not included with the Basic option).

Upgrades can extend your day with a guided Thames boat ride, Westminster Abbey with audio guide, or the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.

This tour is perfect for travelers who want London's most legendary fortress on a tight schedule, paired with the flexibility to add the river or the rest of the city on their own terms. History lovers, families, and first-time visitors all find a version that fits.

Pick the version of the day that fits you best: focus purely on the Tower and Crown Jewels with the Basic option, add the cruise on the main Group tour, opt for the Extended day with Westminster Abbey and a guided cruise, go private for a tour built around your group, or upgrade to a Full-Day London with the Changing of the Guard.

Not suitable for

• People with mobility impairments
• Wheelchair users

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Passport or ID card
• Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

• Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

• All visitors are subject to a bag and security screening on entry, so a small wait to get through the line may be necessary.
• For minors, please select the correct age category when booking. Children under 4 don’t need a ticket to enter the Tower of London, so the cost is lower, but entry tickets are required for the youth (5+) category. Incorrect selections will result in denied entry.
• Guides are not permitted inside the White Tower or the Jewel House but will share everything you need to know beforehand.
• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
• Your Thames River cruise ticket is typically valid for one month, with the exact expiry date noted on the ticket you'll receive during your tour. Your guide does not accompany you on the cruise.