VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise

4.7 (459 reviews) London, England
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Duration2h 30m - 3h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

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 landmark’s highlights. You’ll also be among the first visitors to enter the Tower of London’s world-famous Jewel House, where the glittering Crown Jewels await. At the end, you’ll receive a flexible one-way pass for London’s best sightseeing river cruise.
Select the Private Tower of London Tour to experience a 2.5 hour private Tower of London tour for up to 6 guests, including early access to the Crown Jewels exhibit and a dedicated Blue Badge Guide for your own group. (Please note: the private tour does not include the Opening ceremony and river cruise)

Options

Private Tower of London Tour

Private tour (without cruise): Enjoy this private early-access Tower of London tour with the Crown Jewels. Not included: River cruise and opening ceremony.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

VIP Opening Ceremony Option

Duration: 3 hours
VIP Access Upgrade & Cruise: See the famous opening ceremony & view the Crown Jewels before the crowds. Full tour of the Tower and a one-way river cruise.

What's included

  • Blue Badge guide
  • First entrance ticket for Jewel House
  • Bloody Tower
  • Flexible one-way London river cruise pass (if option selected)
  • Old execution site on Tower Green
  • Private guide (if option selected)
  • First entrance ticket for Tower of London including Opening Ceremony (if option selected)
  • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Tower of London
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Begin your VIP-level experience by witnessing the Opening Ceremony, a storied military ritual that officially opens one of the most famous monuments in London.
  2. Jewel House
    25m · Admission ticket included
    After a quick introduction from the Yeoman Warders who guard the palace, you’ll stroll straight into the Jewel House and be among the first people to see the Crown Jewels. There are no crowds, so after you guide tells you what to look out for, you can take your time and soak in one of the most dazzling collections of riches in the world.
  3. Tower of London
    1h 55m · Admission ticket included
    Stroll along the famous Tower Walls, peek inside the refurbished bedroom of Edward I, and say hello to the tower’s resident ravens. Your experience ends on a high note as you step into the White Tower for a full tour of a refurbished medieval castle. Before parting ways, you’ll receive access to a boat pass for a flexible one-way trip on the best sightseeing river cruises in London. Choose the day and time of your trip and depart from either Tower, London Eye, Westminster, or Greenwich piers.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at 5BT, Tower Place West, 50 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6DT, UK. Meet at the West Gate entrance, opposite the Starbucks and in front of the Tower of London giftshop.

End point

Tower of London (inside).

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
  • This tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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