Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London Tour
by Urban Saunters
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This four-hour tour of London begins with early access to the Tower of London, including attendance at the opening ceremony led by the Chief Beefeater. Participants enter first to see the Crown Jewels before exploring the Tower's outer walls and historic buildings, such as the White Tower and the armoury, at their own pace. The tour includes stories about the Tower’s history and its famous ravens. After visiting the Tower, the group takes a boat ride on the River Thames. The guide points out landmarks including Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, and London Bridge during this approximately 30-minute cruise. The tour continues with a walking tour in Westminster, visiting key sites such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, St. James's Palace, and Buckingham Palace. Each stop includes time to view the exterior and hear about its historical significance. The tour features an English-speaking guide, VIP early-access tickets, the Thames River boat ride, and a guided walking tour of Royal Westminster. Food, drinks, hotel transfers, and gratuities are not included. Participants should be prepared for walking on uneven surfaces and stairs throughout the tour.
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Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tower of London
The tour starts at the Tower of London, one of the city’s key historic buildings. The guide shows notable outer wall features including Traitor’s Gate and Tower Hill. After this, participants enter the Tower complex to explore sites such as the White Tower, the armour of Henry VIII, and the areas associated with Anne Boleyn. The visit includes seeing the ravens and other important royal artefacts, allowing time to explore independently.
120 min
The Crown Jewels
Guests attend the Tower’s opening ceremony led by the Chief Beefeater, then are the first to enter the Crown Jewels exhibit, avoiding the usual crowds.
15 min
Thames River
The group boards a boat for a 30-minute ride on the River Thames. The guide names landmarks seen along the way, such as Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, and London Bridge.
30 min
Houses of Parliament
Arriving at Westminster, the guide provides information about the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, covering its history as a palace turned British democracy centre.
10 min
Westminster Abbey
The walking tour continues with an exterior view of Westminster Abbey. The guide explains its significance, including its connection to the last Anglo-Saxon king and its role in the Church of England.
10 min
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Participants visit the Horse Guards Parade, known for the mounted cavalry of the Queen’s Horse Guards and as the official entrance to Buckingham Palace. The visit is outside only.
15 min
St. James's Palace
The tour passes St. James's Palace, built on the site of a former leper hospital. It is the oldest royal palace still used today as an official residence.
20 min
Buckingham Palace
The final stop is Buckingham Palace, the main London residence of King Charles III, with 775 rooms. The guide shares various historical stories related to the palace.
20 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is at the Tower of London Ticket Office. The guide will be holding Urban Saunters sign. If you are traveling by taxi, tell the driver to drop you off on Petty Wales. Nearest Tube station: Tower Hill
End point
The tour will end around Buckingham Palace
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London Tour
by Urban Saunters
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£210Overview
This four-hour tour of London begins with early access to the Tower of London, including attendance at the opening ceremony led by the Chief Beefeater. Participants enter first to see the Crown Jewels before exploring the Tower's outer walls and historic buildings, such as the White Tower and the armoury, at their own pace. The tour includes stories about the Tower’s history and its famous ravens. After visiting the Tower, the group takes a boat ride on the River Thames. The guide points out landmarks including Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, and London Bridge during this approximately 30-minute cruise. The tour continues with a walking tour in Westminster, visiting key sites such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, St. James's Palace, and Buckingham Palace. Each stop includes time to view the exterior and hear about its historical significance. The tour features an English-speaking guide, VIP early-access tickets, the Thames River boat ride, and a guided walking tour of Royal Westminster. Food, drinks, hotel transfers, and gratuities are not included. Participants should be prepared for walking on uneven surfaces and stairs throughout the tour.
Compare The Crown Jewels ticket prices
The same admission, priced across 8 sellers. Book with Booking Wolf and earn credit back.
Prices gathered from public seller listings; may vary by date and ticket type.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Tower of London
The tour starts at the Tower of London, one of the city’s key historic buildings. The guide shows notable outer wall features including Traitor’s Gate and Tower Hill. After this, participants enter the Tower complex to explore sites such as the White Tower, the armour of Henry VIII, and the areas associated with Anne Boleyn. The visit includes seeing the ravens and other important royal artefacts, allowing time to explore independently.
120 min
The Crown Jewels
Guests attend the Tower’s opening ceremony led by the Chief Beefeater, then are the first to enter the Crown Jewels exhibit, avoiding the usual crowds.
15 min
Thames River
The group boards a boat for a 30-minute ride on the River Thames. The guide names landmarks seen along the way, such as Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, and London Bridge.
30 min
Houses of Parliament
Arriving at Westminster, the guide provides information about the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, covering its history as a palace turned British democracy centre.
10 min
Westminster Abbey
The walking tour continues with an exterior view of Westminster Abbey. The guide explains its significance, including its connection to the last Anglo-Saxon king and its role in the Church of England.
10 min
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Participants visit the Horse Guards Parade, known for the mounted cavalry of the Queen’s Horse Guards and as the official entrance to Buckingham Palace. The visit is outside only.
15 min
St. James's Palace
The tour passes St. James's Palace, built on the site of a former leper hospital. It is the oldest royal palace still used today as an official residence.
20 min
Buckingham Palace
The final stop is Buckingham Palace, the main London residence of King Charles III, with 775 rooms. The guide shares various historical stories related to the palace.
20 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is at the Tower of London Ticket Office. The guide will be holding Urban Saunters sign. If you are traveling by taxi, tell the driver to drop you off on Petty Wales. Nearest Tube station: Tower Hill
End point
The tour will end around Buckingham Palace
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.