VIP Early Access Tower of London, Opening Ceremony with a Beefeater
Experience the Tower of London before the gates open to the general public. This VIP tour begins with a captivating historical introduction from a professional guide. Step inside early to witness the Yeoman Warders perform the historic Opening Ceremony, a centuries-old military ritual.
Beat the crowds with immediate access to the Jewel House for an intimate viewing of the Crown Jewels. Afterward, explore at your own pace. Use a specialized audio app, available in six languages, to discover the secrets of the White Tower, the Bloody Tower, and the Fusilier Museum.
This exclusive experience is the perfect way to explore 1,000 years of history without the midday rush. Access the fortress, witness the Beefeaters in action, and see the monarchy’s treasures in peace
What’s included
English-speaking guide
VIP early-access tickets to the Tower of London
Opening Ceremony of the Tower of London by the Beefeaters
Live Commentary of your English-Speaking tour leader before entering the Tower of London
Self-guided app for the Tower of London
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Redemption information
- The experience will evolve to include the Opening Ceremony and a self-guided visit of the Tower of London with our app, available in multiple languages: English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and German
- It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone UK Free Toll +44 800 098 8019Our City Wonders guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.In order to download your self-guided app, please search for “Pop Guide” on Google store or Apple store. Download the “Pop Guide” app and login using the following credentials: Username: YRP-000375 and Password: 22184. Please ensure to download the app before the tour, once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the Tower of London
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
1hr Duration
Please select a tour date
Join in group
Eligibility
Free for children aged 0-4
Children aged 0-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Children aged 15+ will be charged the same rate as adults
This tour will have a maximum number of 27 participants
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- Witness the Beefeaters ceremonially unlock the gates before the general public arrives
- Enjoy a peaceful viewing of the Crown Jewels before the peak afternoon crowds
- Join an expert guide for a fun and historical introduction before entering the grounds
- Explore the iconic towers at your own pace using a specialized self-guided audio app
- [Departure] meet up at Ticket Office at Tower of London. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:15. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Please look for your guide at the Ticket Office at Tower of London with a City Wonders sign..Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Tower of London
- [Return] at Tower of London, You can choose to return at the following times: 09:15. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
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Additional information
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone UK Free Toll +44 800 098 8019
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours
Non-flash photography is permitted in the Tower of London
London’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours
Weather can be very changeable in London, please make sure you bring adequate rain wear if required
The operator reserves the right to refuse participation on its tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly, or poses a threat to other guests or staff
We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions Accessibility
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Meet with guide
Meet-up information
Tower of London
- Address: Directly in front of the Ticket Office at Tower of London, look for the CityWonders sign
- Please refer to the map for assistance
- How to get there: Get off Tower Hill-Station (Circle and District lines). Turn right towards Trinity Square. You should clearly be able to see the tower when you exit the tube station. It is a short walk (approx. 3 minutes)