Tower of London Private Tour & River Cruise: Crown Jewels & Royal Secrets

New tour

2.5 hours

Max 1–6

Why take this tour?

Highlights

  • Enter the Tower of London Right at Opening – Get inside before the biggest crowds arrive.
  • See the Crown Jewels Before the Long Lines Form – Marvel at 23,000 gemstones, including the Imperial State Crown & Sovereign’s Sceptre.
  • Step Inside the Bloody Tower – Discover the mystery of the missing princes, one of history’s greatest unsolved crimes.
  • Explore the Torture Chamber – See the gruesome devices that made the Tower one of the most feared prisons in Britain.
  • Walk the Castle Walls & Step into a King’s Bedroom – Visit King Edward’s private chambers, including a portable bedroom fit for a traveling monarch.
  • End with a River Thames Cruise – A flexible one-way ticket lets you see London’s skyline from the water whenever you choose.
  • Sites Visited
  • Tower of London
  • Jewel House (first entrance)
  • Old execution site on Tower Green
  • Bloody Tower
  • Torture chamber
  • Castle walls
  • White Tower
  • River Thames
  • Tour Includes
  • Entrance to Tower of London with first access to Crown Jewels
  • Flexible one-way London river cruise pass
  • Blue Badge guide

The Experience: London’s Darkest Secrets, Unlocked Just for You

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FAQs

Can I take photos inside the Jewel House?
No—photography is not permitted inside the Crown Jewels exhibit. However, you can take photos everywhere else!
What should I wear?
The tour involves walking on uneven stone paths—comfortable shoes are recommended!
Is this tour good for families?
Yes! The mysteries, ghost stories, and tales of royal intrigue make this a fantastic experience for kids and adults alike.
How long is the tour?
The tour is approximately two hours, covering the absolute best of the Met in a fast-paced, immersive experience.
What makes this private tour different?
This is a morning private tour, meaning you’ll enter right at opening and see the Crown Jewels before the biggest crowds arrive.