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Tower of London After Hours Walking Tour with Beefeater and Ceremony of Keys
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Tower of London After Hours Walking Tour with Beefeater and Ceremony of Keys

by Walks - UK

1h 40m
London
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Overview

The Tower of London is a historic fortress in England known for its architecture and centuries of history. This walking tour takes place after regular visiting hours, allowing access to the Tower's exterior grounds when the public gates are closed. A Yeoman Warder, also known as a Beefeater, leads the group and shares stories about the Tower’s past, including notable sites like Traitor’s Gate and the Bloody Tower. The tour concludes with the Ceremony of Keys, the traditional nightly locking of the Tower that has been held for over 700 years. The entire experience lasts about 100 minutes and is limited to a small group of up to 20 guests. The guide speaks English, and the tour focuses on the grounds and the Ceremony of Keys only; entry inside buildings or to the Crown Jewels is not included.

Highlights

Walking tour of Tower of London exterior grounds after hours
Guided by a local English-speaking Yeoman Warder
Small group limited to 20 guests
Access to the historic Ceremony of Keys
Tour duration about 100 minutes

What's included

Access to the Tower of London exterior grounds outside normal hours
Group limited to a maximum of 20 participants
Guidance provided by a local English-speaking Yeoman Warder
Assured entry to the Ceremony of the Keys event
Walking tour led by an experienced guide

What's not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities

Itinerary

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Tower of London

This stop includes entry to the Tower of London after public hours, led by a Yeoman Warder guide. Guests explore key locations such as Traitor’s Gate and the Bloody Tower, which hold historical significance related to infamous residents. The visit ends with the nightly Ceremony of Keys, the official locking of the Tower that has occurred every night for more than 700 years. The tour at this location lasts about 90 minutes.

90 min

Meeting point

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

End 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.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

Up to 15 travelers
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers due to its nature.
Some sites may occasionally close; if changes are required and time allows, guests will be informed before the tour. Last-minute changes may be communicated at tour start.
Full names of all participants must be provided at booking for security purposes.
The tour includes access only to the grounds and the Ceremony of Keys; entry inside buildings and the Crown Jewels is not included.
Other public groups will join the Ceremony of Keys; private access applies only to the guided tour with the Yeoman Warder.
The tour is conducted in English.
This is a walking tour requiring guests to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

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