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Early Access Tower of London: Crown Jewels and Beefeater Ceremony

4.6 · 1,027 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 90% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by City Wonders UK Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h
Group
Shared tour · private option available
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:15, 08:30, 09:15, 09:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The Tower of London & Beefeater option pairs early entry with the Opening Ceremony and a visit to the Crown Jewels.

An audio guide app supports independent exploration afterwards; live guiding is prohibited inside the Jewel House and White Tower. 4.59 from 1,027 reviews at €88 per person for 1h.

In our comparison: #25 of 27 in Tower of London Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Tower of London & Beefeater The page priceIncluded: VIP early entry to the Tower of London, Beefeater Opening Ceremony & Crown Jewels. Duration: 1 hour Audio Guide: Explore the Tower of London at your own pace with our audio guide app.€88
Private Tower & City TourPrivate Guide: Exclusive guide for you and your group for a more personalized experience. Duration: 4 hours Included: Visit to the Tower of London, Thames River boat ride & Changing of the Guard. Please note: Opening Ceremony is not included. Changing of the Guard: Depending on the day, experience either the Foot Guards at Buckingham Palace or the Horse Guards at Horse Guards Parade.€221 for 2+ people

Children from €82 (ages 5 to 14). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Stay and explore the Tower of London at your own pace (Tower of London & Beefeater option only)
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • See the Crown Jewels before the biggest crowds arrive (Tower of London & Beefeater option only)
  • Self-guided Tower of London audio guide app
  • VIP early entry to Tower of London before public opening (Tower of London & Beefeater option only)
  • Witness the Tower's Opening Ceremony with Beefeaters (Tower of London & Beefeater option only)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.6
1,027 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 921 of 1,027

Star breakdown of all 1,027 ratings

5 stars
820 · 80%
4 stars
101 · 10%
3 stars
40 · 4%
2 stars
27 · 3%
1 star
39 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise early Crown Jewels access and engaging guides, but much of the Tower visit is spent exploring independently.

Praised

  • Early entry allows Crown Jewels viewing before queues and crowds build
  • Knowledgeable guides make the Tower's history engaging through stories and humour
  • Beefeater explanations and opportunities to ask questions
  • Watching the Tower's opening ceremony before the public arrives

Complaints

  • Some enjoy exploring independently, while others question the value when the guide leaves them on their own

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 July 2025 to 24 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meeting Point - Walking Tour: Directly in front of the Ticket Office at Tower of London, look for the City Wonders sign. Arriving by tube: Tower Hill Tube Station: Head west turn right towards Trinity Square, turn left onto Trinity Square, Tower of London - 3 min walk · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:15, 08:30, 09:15, 09:30 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This service ends at the Tower of London.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
City Wonders UK; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €82 ages 5 to 14

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Tower of London Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #25 of 27€881h4.59 (1027)shared
Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower of London€222h 15m4.97 (338)shared
Private Tour of The Tower of London€3273h4.96 (232)private
Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London€1264h4.93 (235)shared

Ranked #25 of 27 in Tower of London Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €22 to €562, median €118; typical length 3h. 6 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 27 Tower of London Tours

From €88 per adult · Tower of London & Beefeater