What makes this different from a regular Tower of London tour?

Most Tower of London tours join the general queue and reach the Crown Jewels well after opening. This one walks straight to the Jewel House the moment the gates open, then continues through the Bloody Tower, the Wall Walk, and the White Tower with a Blue Badge guide who's entirely yours.

Do we really get into the Jewel House before the crowds?

Yes. Your guide takes the group directly to the Jewel House as soon as the Tower opens, ahead of the general queue still forming outside.

Is this the same as visiting the Tower of London on my own with a ticket?

Not quite. A standard ticket gets you in with everyone else, in the same queue for the Jewel House as every other visitor that day. This tour gets your group into the Jewel House first, right as the Tower opens, with a private guide throughout.

Where do we meet, and where does the tour end?

The tour meets at the West Gate entrance at 3 Great Tower Street, opposite the Starbucks and in front of the Tower of London gift shop. It ends inside the Tower of London.

Can we choose what we spend more time on?

To an extent. Your guide covers the Tower's essential highlights, the Crown Jewels, the Bloody Tower, the Wall Walk, and the White Tower's armouries, but because it's a private tour, you can ask to linger wherever interests you most.

Can guests with mobility needs join this tour?

The Tower of London has uneven steps and narrow passageways throughout, so this tour isn't currently suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers. We're happy to talk through details before you book.

Is this suitable for children?

This tour works well for families, and the private format makes it easier to keep younger visitors engaged and moving at a comfortable pace.

What should I bring or wear?

Wear comfortable walking shoes; expect about a mile and a half on foot, including uneven steps and narrow passageways. All guests pass through security and possible bag searches before entering.

What happens if a site is closed?

Sites within the Tower are occasionally closed without notice. If that happens on your visit, your guide will adjust the route and let you know what's changed.

Is gratuity included?

Gratuities aren't included in the price, though they're appreciated if your guide made the visit a little easier.

Private Tower of London Tour

First through the gates

New tour

Destination

London, UK

Duration

2.5 hours

Tour size

Max 25

Language

English

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Overview

The Crown Jewels line can eat an hour of your morning before you've seen a single gem. This private tour skips it: through the gates first, into the Jewel House before the crowds arrive.

•Walk straight to the Jewel House while the general queue is still forming outside
•Stand before the Imperial State Crown and Sovereign's Sceptre minutes after the gates open
•Explore the Bloody Tower and hear the story of the two princes who vanished inside
•Climb into the White Tower to see Henry VIII's armor up close
•Ask your guide anything, with nobody else's questions competing for the answer

What's included

First entrance ticket into the Tower of London, timed to beat the general queue
First entrance into the Jewel House, ahead of the general crowds
A local English-speaking Blue Badge guide for the full 2.5 hours
A fully private group, just your party and your guide

You will visit

Tower of London
Jewel House (first entrance)
Old execution site on Tower Green

Bloody Tower
Torture chamber
Castle walls

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What to expect

The Jewel House: yours before the crowd arrives

Your guide walks the group straight to the Jewel House the moment the gates open, ahead of the general queue still forming outside. Inside, you'll see the Crown Jewels, including the Sovereign's Sceptre and the Imperial State Crown, with room to actually look instead of being swept past. By 9:30, most other visitors are still waiting to get in.

The Execution Site & Bloody Tower: the princes who vanished

From there, head to the old execution site on Tower Green and the Bloody Tower, where your guide tells the story of the two young princes who disappeared inside its walls in 1483 and were never seen again. You'll get ten minutes of free time inside the Bloody Tower to take in the story on your own before moving on.

“Most groups reach the Jewel House after the crowds already have. Mine are usually walking out while everyone else is still walking in.”

John,

WalksDevour Tour Guide

“I wanted one tour where the guide could actually answer a question mid-armoury instead of shouting it over twenty other people.”

Tom,

WalksDevour Tour Designer

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Overview

The Crown Jewels line can eat an hour of your morning before you've seen a single gem. This private tour skips it: through the gates first, into the Jewel House before the crowds arrive.

•Walk straight to the Jewel House while the general queue is still forming outside

•Stand before the Imperial State Crown and Sovereign's Sceptre minutes after the gates open

•Explore the Bloody Tower and hear the story of the two princes who vanished inside

•Climb into the White Tower to see Henry VIII's armor up close

•Ask your guide anything, with nobody else's questions competing for the answer

What's included

First entrance ticket into the Tower of London, timed to beat the general queue

First entrance into the Jewel House, ahead of the general crowds

A local English-speaking Blue Badge guide for the full 2.5 hours

A fully private group, just your party and your guide

You will visit

Tower of London
Jewel House (first entrance)
Old execution site on Tower Green

Bloody Tower
Torture chamber
Castle walls

What to expect

The Jewel House: yours before the crowd arrives

The Execution Site & Bloody Tower: the princes who vanished

Frequently asked questions

Our guides love answering your questions. Here are some things they’d like you to know before you arrive.