Skip-the-Line Tower Bridge Tickets and Tower of London Early-Access Guided Tour with Beefeater Opening Ceremony

Step into the heart of London’s royal and architectural heritage with this immersive guided tour of the historic Tower of London and the iconic Tower Bridge.

Getting started

Your tour begins at Tower Hill Underground Station, where you'll meet your certified Blue Badge guide. After a quick introduction, the group will walk together to the Tower of London’s main entrance. Here, you’ll go through security and ticket checks before starting your guided exploration.

What to expect

Tower of London

One of England’s most enduring landmarks, the Tower of London offers a look into nearly a millennium of royal intrigue, history, and tradition. From ancient ceremonies to dazzling crowns, this part of your experience gives you a rare close-up view of Britain's medieval past and present-day monarchy.

Features:

• Opening Ceremony by the Yeoman Warders: Watch the age-old ritual known as the Opening Ceremony, conducted by the Tower’s resident guards, the Yeoman Warders (or Beefeaters). This tradition has taken place daily for more than 700 years.

• Early access to the Crown Jewels: Step inside the Jewel House before the general public to admire the UK's priceless royal regalia. Your guide will share stories of their history, symbolism, and ceremonial importance.

• Medieval Palace and White Tower: Visit the Medieval Palace, once a royal residence, and explore the White Tower, the Norman heart of the fortress that houses an impressive collection of arms and armour.

• Tower Green, Traitors’ Gate & more: Stroll through significant historic locations like the Traitors' Gate, Tower Green (site of royal executions), and the Ravens’ Den, home to the Tower’s legendary birds.

• Blue Badge guide: Benefit from in-depth knowledge and storytelling from a professionally accredited Blue Badge guide throughout your Tower of London visit.

Tower Bridge

Next, walk over to Tower Bridge, one of the most recognised structures on the River Thames. This Victorian bascule bridge combines beauty, functionality, and innovation, offering visitors a unique vantage point over London’s skyline.

Features:

• Glass Walkway: Step out onto the glass walkway suspended 42m high above the Thames. Capture panoramic views of prominent landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, and HMS Belfast.

• Victorian Engine Rooms: Descend into the original engine rooms to see the beautifully preserved steam-powered machinery that once raised the bridge spans. Interactive exhibits explain the bridge’s history and operational mechanics.