The Tower of London

Despite its grim reputation as a place of torture, death and imprisionment, within the tower's mighty walls you will also discover a royal palace, a powerful fortress, a menagerie and much more.

 

The Crown Jewels - Unlock the stories behind the 23,578 gems in the priceless Crown Jewels. Marvel at the Imperial State Crown and the largest diamond ever found, and see the only treasure in the Tower's collection to escape destruction in 1649, after the Civil War. For centuries this dazzling collection has featured in royal ceremonies, and is still used today.

 

White Tower - See 500 years of spectacular royal armour and stunning objects in the new 'Line of Kings', the world's longest-running visitors attraction. Don't miss this fascinating insight into the personalities and physical size of England's King's.

A fabulous dragon welcomes you into the fascinating Power House exhibition. Discover the hidden stories behind the Ordnance, Royal Observatory and other important national institutions, and experience the swards and armour once stored in the Tower's arsenal.

 

New Coins and Kings - The Tower was home to the Royal Mint for over 500 years, you can now explore the untold story in the new interactive exhibition. Visit this innovative and immersive experience in a newly opened area and discover the stories behind the coins, the people who made them and the monarchs who oversaw the Mint.

 

Royal Beast - For 600 years, London's most exotic visitors were held captive at the Tower of London as symbols of power in the Royal Menageries. Discover the stunning life-size installations of lions, a polar bear, elephant and more.

 

The Ravens - For many years the ravens have been one of the Tower's most famous sights. Legend has it Charles II believed that if the ravens were ever to leave the Tower, the fortress and the kingdom would fall. Just in case, our Ravenmaster keeps a close eye on our winged inhabitants.

 

Dont miss out on the Yeoman Warders' tours. You can join the Yeoman Warders' tours and you will be entertained by capitvating tales from the Tower. Pain and passion, treachery and torture, all delievered with a smile and swagger! These tours take place every 30 minutes from the main entrance.

 

 

Enjoy free time in area around visit to the tower, you could take a stroll over Tower Bridge and visit Borough Market or grab a bite to eat at the Katherine Docks

 

Timings are approximate:

February - We will be arriving in London at approw 11:30 and departing at 17:00.

April - This trip is combined with a day trip going to the West End for a theatre show. Tower of London passengers will be dropped off first at approx 1130hr and picked up at approx 1730hr.

 

Please Note: Up to 2 children can enjoy our discounted child fare when travelling with a full-paying adult.

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