The VIP Opening Ceremony option pairs early Tower of London entry with the opening ritual and first entry to the Jewel House. A guide is included, but the ceremony and flexible one-way river cruise pass depend on the option selected. 4.73 from 442 reviews at €113 per person for 2h 30m–3h.
Begin your VIP tour with early, skip-the-line access, and see the tower’s storied opening ceremony. With just a small group for company, you’ll explore the landmark’s highlights. You’ll also be among the first visitors to enter the Tower of London’s world-famous Jewel House, where the glittering Crown Jewels await. At the end, you’ll receive a flexible one-way pass for London’s best sightseeing river cruise.
Select the Private Tower of London Tour to experience a 2.5 hour private Tower of London tour for up to 6 guests, including early access to the Crown Jewels exhibit and a dedicated Blue Badge Guide for your own group. (Please note: the private tour does not include the Opening ceremony and river cruise)
This tour runs daily, departing at 08:15, 09:00, 09:15, 10:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at 5BT, Tower Place West, 50 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6DT, UK. Meet at the West Gate entrance, opposite the Starbucks and in front of the Tower of London giftshop.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #22 of 25 | €113 | 2h 30m–3h | 4.73 (442) | shared, max 6 |
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Ranked #22 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