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Tower of London Guided Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise

4.5 Great 495 reviews
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1h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Recommended by 87% of travellers: 430 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

Explore Traitor's Gate, Tower Green and the Bloody Tower on a storytelling walk. Reserved entry includes access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower, but the Crown Jewels visit is unguided and the Thames cruise requires the relevant option. 4.54 from 495 reviews at €91 per person for 1h 30m.

From the guide

The Tower of London has guarded the Thames for almost 1,000 years, and its stones still hold the darkest stories in British history. With timed-entry tickets in hand, you step past the long ticket queues and head inside with a storytelling guide who unpacks royal scandals, executions, and the unsolved mystery of the missing princes. Stand at Traitor's Gate, walk Tower Green, and pause at the Bloody Tower before heading on your own to see the dazzling Crown Jewels and the medieval White Tower.

Cap it all off with a flexible 30-minute Thames River cruise ticket you can use whenever fits your London plans.

Pick the version of the day that fits you best: stick with a focused Tower of London visit without the cruise, add a flexible Thames cruise to the main combo tour, or upgrade to an extended half-day that pairs the Tower with a guided river cruise and Westminster Abbey entry.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 4 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Tower Only (No Cruise) Max 20

from €91 / person
Guide: English

Includes: Timed-entry Tower of London tickets, guide, and access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower.

What this option includes

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Does NOT include: Thames River cruise

London Tower + Cruise (Max 20)

from €101 / person
Guide: English

Includes: Timed-entry Tower of London tickets, guide, Crown Jewels access, and a flexible Thames River cruise ticket.

What this option includes

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Tower Only (No Cruise) Max 10

from €112 / person
Guide: English

Includes: Timed-entry Tower of London tickets, guide, and access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower.

What this option includes

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Does NOT include: Thames River cruise

London Tower + Cruise (Max 10)

from €122 / person
Guide: English

Includes: Timed-entry Tower of London tickets, guide, Crown Jewels access, and a flexible Thames River cruise ticket.

What this option includes

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30
Scheduled through November 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30. Scheduled through November 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Thames River cruise voucher valid for a one-way, 30-minute journey (if selected)
Expert, English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved Tower of London tickets
Access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower
Guided storytelling tour of the Tower of London

What's Not Included

Guide tips
Guided tour of the Crown Jewels
Guide for the Thames River cruise

Itinerary

Tower Bridge Official Gift Shop Stop 1
Meet your guide outside the Tower of London Gift Shop, near the main entrance area for Tower visitors. Look for your guide and check in with your group, then get a quick orientation on how the tour will unfold before heading inside with timed-entry tickets in hand.
5 min
Tower of London Stop 2
Walk through ancient gateways and into nearly 1,000 years of royal drama, military might, and political intrigue. Pause at Traitor's Gate for the chilling story of those who passed through and never returned, including Anne Boleyn, then continue to the Bloody Tower for the unsolved mystery of the missing princes and the imprisonment of Sir Walter Raleigh. Stand on Tower Green, where some of England's most famous figures met their tragic ends, before your guide leads you toward the Jewel House.
45 min
Admission included
The Crown Jewels Stop 3
Your guide hands you off at the entrance to the Jewel House and shares fascinating stories about what awaits inside before saying goodbye. Step inside independently to see coronation crowns, royal scepters, and the dazzling Cullinan diamonds up close, all still used in British royal ceremony today.
30 min
Admission included
White Tower Stop 4
Climb the medieval keep that William the Conqueror built in 1078 to display royal armor, swords, and the chapel of St. John. Explore on your own and take in centuries-old medieval weaponry at your own pace before heading toward the Thames.
5 min
Admission included
Thames River Stop 5
Walk a short distance from the Tower of London to Tower Pier and board your boat for a relaxing 30-minute cruise along the Thames. Glide past Tower Bridge, the Shard, Shakespeare's Globe, and London's iconic skyline before disembarking at one of the central piers to continue your London day from there. Your flexible ticket is typically valid for one month, so you can use it the same day or save it for later (the Thames River cruise is only included if the cruise option is selected)
5 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Please arrive 15 minutes early. Meet one of our representatives in front of the Tower of London Shop, Tower of London side. Look for our friendly staff in red, holding a sign with 'The Tour Guy' on it!

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End point

Your tour will conclude inside of the Tower of London, where you'll be free to explore at your own place.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For minors, please select the correct age category when booking. Children under 4 don’t need a ticket to enter the Tower of London, so the cost is lower, but entry tickets are required for the youth (5+) category. Incorrect selections will result in denied entry from the premises.
  • This tour involves walking, stairs, and uneven terrain at the Tower of London. It is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
  • Your boat ticket is valid for a single journey only. You can board at any City Cruises departure point, but onward or return travel is not included and may require public transportation. We recommend checking the City Cruises website for the most up-to-date schedule before your visit.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

Compared with other Thames River Cruises

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #25 of 25€911h 30m4.54 (495)varies by option
High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London€8350 min4.96 (4332)shared
Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience€7750 min4.99 (259)shared
Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London€7745 min4.93 (602)shared

Ranked #25 of 25 in Thames River Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €12 to €113, median €69; typical length 1h 30m. 0 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Thames River Cruises

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