London Tower

The Tower of London    

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On the banks of London’s River Thames is an infamous castle. On your visit you will discover surprising stories of kings, queens, criminal plots and treason.The Tower of London is a 1,000-year …
On the banks of London’s River Thames is an infamous castle. On your visit you will discover surprising stories of kings, queens, criminal plots and treason.The Tower of London is a 1,000-year-old castle that protects the Crown Jewels. It was a secure fortress, a royal palace and an infamous prison. Kings and queens demonstrated their power from here, shaping society and influencing our world.Today, William the Conqueror’s distinctive White Tower stands as a powerful symbol of the nation. It is as recognisable now as it was in the 1100s.See wonderful displays of arms and armour, which were made and stored in this secure fortress. Step into the luxurious palace of medieval kings and queens, designed as a place to live and rule.

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Nov 4, 2024
The tower of London is truly beautiful, there is so much History and interesting thing to look at like where the Polar bear was kept and its sad story through to beheadings and hangings and plenty of… Full review by Ron H
Nov 3, 2024
A walking Tour starting off down in the Moat, just outside the perimeter wall, the booming voice from Yeoman Gary meant it was easy to hear the chronological history of the Tower despite it being a S… Full review by ATraveller363
Oct 31, 2024
Superb visit, spent a good 3hrs wandering around the museum. Loved every bit of it. Only advice is to book in advance and get in to see rhe crown jewels early as big queues can build up after lunch. Full review by Carlos D

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Hi, I had a question about your visit to the Tower of London. You mentioned going on a beefeater tour. Did you Pay for that …
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Hi, I had a question about your visit to the Tower of London. You mentioned going on a beefeater tour. Did you Pay for that in addition to your ticket price or is it just something you get in line for once you are inside?
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Hello, the beefeater tour is free and included with the ticket. I think there is a more thorough tour where you do pay extra. There’s a small queue as you enter the gate.
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Can my grandson use his blue Peter badge accompanied by us
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I will check the front and see on that one
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Are the gardens open all year round?
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The gardens are open at different times throughout the year and you require an admission ticket. Please check our opening times.
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