Tower admission and Crown Jewels entry are prepaid; moderate fitness is required. 4.85 from 456 reviews at €183 per person for 2h–3h.
In our comparison: #7 of 27 in Tower of London Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
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: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| The Tower of London - Small Group Tour with a Local Expert The page price | €183 | |
| Tour with luxury afternoon tea | Tour with Luxury afternoon tea: Served in the Rotunda of the beautiful Four Seasons Hotel, Trinity Square and inspired by the Crown Jewels | €293 |
Children from €163 (ages 1 to 14). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 441 of 456
Star breakdown of all 456 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge and personal attention; a few report guides not turning up or responding.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (19 February 2025 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.
Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
Palace, fortress, prison and royal residence this amazing UNESCO World Heritage site is an essential part of any visit to London. You will hear stories covering 900 years of history and see the Royal Armouries, the Crown Jewels, the Coronation Regalia and the homes of the famous “Beefeaters” who live within the Tower’s confines.
3h · Admission includedYour professionally qualified guide James Hart has been conducting tours for more than twenty five years. As a London “Blue Badge” guide he has a great depth knowledge of the site and will provide you with plenty of tales of its celebrated residents and its bloodthirsty history. You will enter the many towers of the medieval palace and see the White Tower where King Henry the Eighth’s armour is displayed. You will walk through rooms which held prisoners, and visit the private execution site. You will see the unique and dazzling Crown Jewels, and other splendid Regalia used in Coronations for centuries. You will see the resident Yeoman Warders (“Beefeaters”) and the famous ravens.
Clients taking this tour have an opportunity to upgrade with Afternoon Tea at the Four Seasons Hotel. A luxurious selection of sandwiches, pastries, scones, and teas.
A small group provides greater opportunity for asking questions, and to enjoy a more personal experience when compared to larger groups.
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #7 of 27 | €183 | 2h–3h | 4.85 (456) | shared |
| Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower of London | €22 | 2h 15m | 4.97 (338) | shared |
| Private Tour of The Tower of London | €327 | 3h | 4.96 (232) | private |
| Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London | €126 | 4h | 4.93 (235) | shared |
Ranked #7 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