Tower of London Private Tour & River Cruise: Crown Jewels & Royal Secrets
2.5 hours
Max 1–6
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Enter the Tower of London Right at Opening – Get inside before the biggest crowds arrive.
- See the Crown Jewels Before the Long Lines Form – Marvel at 23,000 gemstones, including the Imperial State Crown & Sovereign’s Sceptre.
- Step Inside the Bloody Tower – Discover the mystery of the missing princes, one of history’s greatest unsolved crimes.
- Explore the Torture Chamber – See the gruesome devices that made the Tower one of the most feared prisons in Britain.
- Walk the Castle Walls & Step into a King’s Bedroom – Visit King Edward’s private chambers, including a portable bedroom fit for a traveling monarch.
- End with a River Thames Cruise – A flexible one-way ticket lets you see London’s skyline from the water whenever you choose.
- Sites Visited
- Tower of London
- Jewel House (first entrance)
- Old execution site on Tower Green
- Bloody Tower
- Torture chamber
- Castle walls
- White Tower
- River Thames
- Tour Includes
- Entrance to Tower of London with first access to Crown Jewels
- Flexible one-way London river cruise pass
- Blue Badge guide
The Experience: London’s Darkest Secrets, Unlocked Just for You
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FAQs
Can I take photos inside the Jewel House?
No—photography is not permitted inside the Crown Jewels exhibit. However, you can take photos everywhere else!
What should I wear?
Comfortable shoes—you’ll be walking through the station’s different levels, including some secret passageways!
Is this tour good for families?
Yes! The mysteries, ghost stories, and tales of royal intrigue make this a fantastic experience for kids and adults alike.
How long is the tour?
9 AM tour (includes entry to Westminster Abbey): 8 hours
Later tour times (view Westminster Abbey from the outside): 6.5 hours
What makes this private tour different?
We’re the official tour operator of Grand Central Terminal, which means unmatched access, stories, and expertise. You won’t get these insider details anywhere else.
