--- title: Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 125 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 232 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 3 of 27 (Tower of London Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/tower-of-london-early-access-opening-ceremony-and-royal-london/ --- # Tower of London Early Access, Opening Ceremony and Royal London **Guidekin's take:** Attend the Tower of London opening ceremony and see the Crown Jewels before continuing by river to Royal Westminster. Early entry, a boat ride and guided walk are included; expect uneven surfaces and stairs. 4.93 from 232 reviews at €125 per person for 4h. ## Overview You’re invited to the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, to be first in to explore the Crown Jewels, to join us on an adventure from the old City to the regal city of Westminster. Welcome to the Ultimate Royal London experience. Why join the queue when you can be first into the Tower of London to enjoy the opening ceremony led by a Beefeater and see the Crown Jewels without the crowds? We’re about to read you the story of London, a tale of two cities where you’ll be exploring from crowns to confessions. After benefiting from early access and a special ceremony with the Beefeaters, you’ll explore the Tower that has been keeping a watchful eye over the city and the river Thames since its founding in the 11th-century. Rejoin your guide for a relaxing boat ride on the River Thames, alighting in the royal city of Westminster to take a walking tour of the iconic landmarks that dot these streets like jewels - Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is at the Tower of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:15, 09:15: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €125: ages 5 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €125 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.93/5 from 232 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Urban Saunters ## What's included - VIP early-access tickets to Tower of London - Local English-speaking guide - Thames River Boat Ride - A guided walking tour of Royal Westminster - Meet the Chief Beefeater for a private welcome to the Tower of London & Opening Ceremony ## Not included - Food & drink - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Tower of London** (2h; admission included) - Welcome to your tour and one of the most iconic buildings in London. Discover the iconic sites on the outer walls such as Traitor’s Gate and Tower Hill with your guide before entering the complex to explore one of Britain’s most historic buildings at your own pace. You will... 2. **The Crown Jewels** (15m; admission included) - You’re invited to the opening ceremony at the Tower of London, to be first in to explore the Crown Jewels, to join us on an adventure from the old City to the regal city of Westminster. 3. **Thames River** (30m; admission included) - Enjoy a river boat ride on the river Thames. Learn about the landmarks from your guide as you pass: Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, Southbank, London Bridge and so much more. 4. **Houses of Parliament** (10m) - Welcome to Westminster. Marvel at Big Ben, a London icon and hear all about the centuries that took this majestic building from palace to centre of British democracy. 5. **Westminster Abbey** (10m) - Dream of the last Anglo-Saxon king and a flagship of the Church of England, your guide will give you the lowdown on this most important of places. 6. **Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall** (15m) - The prime spot to get your photo with the mounted cavalry of the Queen’s Horse Guards and official entrance to Buckingham Palace itself. Visiting outside only. 7. **St. James's Palace** (20m) - Built on the site of an old leper hospital, did you know that St James’s Palace is the oldest royal palace in the whole of the UK? Take in this beauty, still the official royal residence today. 8. **Buckingham Palace** (20m) - The most famous of King Charles III's palaces and housing a whopping 775 rooms, the stories attached to this icon have to be heard to be believed. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun - Departures: 08:15, 09:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## 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 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJNaLQkB4DdkgRaHBx6ekm8ig ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs - The total tour details includes the travel time. ## Compared with other Tower of London Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 27** | €125 | 4h | 4.93 (232) | shared | | [Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower of London](/uk/london/tours/medieval-history-walking-tour-from-the-tower-of-london/?format=md) | €21 | 2h | 4.97 (329) | shared | | [Private Tour of The Tower of London](/uk/london/tours/private-tour-of-the-tower-of-london/?format=md) | €325 | 3h | 4.96 (231) | private | | [Private Tour London Highlights, entries Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London](/uk/london/tours/private-tour-london-highlights-entries-westminster-abbey-the-tower-of-london/?format=md) | €562 | 8h | 5.0 (105) | private | Ranked #3 of 27 in Tower of London Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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