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Easy Access Tower of London Crown Jewel Torture and Executions

4.6 · 140 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 89% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by LetzGo City Tours GBP Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared, up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:10, 09:10, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore the Crown Jewels alongside the Tower of London's execution and torture sites on a guided visit.

Timed entry and access to the White Tower and battlements are included; expect stairs, cobbles and uneven surfaces. 4.6 from 140 reviews at €106 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #23 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

9 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.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Tour in PolishThe page pricePolishPolish Speaking Guide: For Polish Speaking Guests€106
Tour in GermanGermanGerman Speaking Guide: For German Speaking Guests€106
Tour in PortuguesePortugueseWith Portuguese Speaking Guide: For Portuguese Speaking Guests€106
Tour in ItalianItalianItalian Speaking Guide: For Italian Speaking Guests€106
Royal Thames Cruise Upgrade EnglishOfficial Tower Thames Cruise: Offers a unique and unforgettable perspective on London's rich history and iconic landmarks. Duration: 4 hours First Electric Thames Boat: Glide on the Thames and enjoy London`s iconic landmarks on this family friendly tour. English Speaking Guide€106

Children from €100 (ages 3 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Guaranteed Timed Access Tickets to Tower of London
  • See the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula *Subject to opening times*
  • Optional Upgrade to the Official Tower of London Thames Cruise ( total durantion4hrs)
  • Visit to Tower Green and Scaffold Site and enter the Lower Wakefield Tower
  • Entry to White Tower, Tower Armory, Raven House and walk the defensive battlements and huge towers
  • Optional upgrade to the Exclusive Cruise Operated by Tower of London. First electric boat on Thames.
  • Entry to world famous Crown Jewels Exhibition. Imperial State & Koh-I-Noor Crown, Sovereign Sceptre
  • Gratitude/ Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Transportation / Food and Drinks

Reviews

4.6
140 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

89% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 124 of 140

Star breakdown of all 140 ratings

5 stars
112 · 80%
4 stars
12 · 9%
3 stars
9 · 6%
2 stars
2 · 1%
1 star
5 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' stories and humour, but reports of early access are mixed.

Praised

  • Guides explain the Tower's history through detailed stories and humour
  • Seeing the Crown Jewels is a frequent highlight
  • Clear guidance on navigating the grounds and what to explore afterwards
  • Engaging explanations that keep children and teenagers interested

Complaints

  • Some report early entry, while others say they did not get the early access they expected
  • Vague meeting instructions make the guide or ticket collection point hard to find
  • Some explore freely afterwards, while others find afternoon tours end too close to closing
  • A lot of walking and standing, with stairs to negotiate

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (13 May 2025 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before departure. MEETING PLACE: Tower Hill Tube Station, Citizen M Hotel, 40 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4DJ. MEETING POINT: Take main exit and meet your Guide outside between Citizen M Hotel and Trinity Square Gardens, adjacent to the “Tower Hill Tram” refreshment stand. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:10, 09:10, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
LetzGo City Tours GBP; 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

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
  • Participants should be in good health, consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
  • Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.

Good to know

  • Food not included Gratitude/ Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off /…
  • Fitness notes apply see additional information
  • Children from €100 ages 3 to 12

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 · #23 of 27€1063h4.6 (140)shared, max 15
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 #23 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 €106 per adult · Tour in Polish