Tower of London Private Tour 2026
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About Tower of London Private Tour
Explore one of London’s oldest landmarks with a private guided tour! Your expert guide has your full attention, and they will tell you about the Tower’s 1000-year-old history and how it was a palace, fortress, and even a prison. Feel like a real VIP and book this Tower of London private experience today!
Save time by skipping the line and discover the history of the United Kingdom in the Tower of London! This landmark served as a palace, a political prison, a mint, a place of execution, and more. Its construction began about 1,000 years ago!
See the irreplaceable Crown Jewels worn by British monarchs and used for coronations to this day. The priceless jewels include crowns and valuable diamonds, such as the famous Koh-i-Noor diamond.
Your guide is there just for you, and you can tell them if there is anything you wish to explore in detail so they can change the itinerary a bit. They will also be able to answer any questions you may have about the 1000-year-old history of the Tower of London!
The Tower of London is a complex of several towers. Some of the most famous ones are the Bloody Tower and the White Tower. The Bloody Tower is said to be where two young princes were murdered in the 15th century, and in the White Tower, you can see royal armour.
Secure your tour today without any immediate charges – free reservations are available. If you need to change your plans last minute, we also offer free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
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I’ve been on a lot of private tours, and I have to say this one is for sure one of the top 3 tours I’ve ever been on. It’s not only because the Tower of London is absolutely fascinating to explore and the views of the River Thames from it are spectacular, but our guide, Michael, was the nicest, most knowledgeable guide! He had so many stories to share and even had a few insider information which totally elevated the whole experience. I definitely recommend this tour!
I visited London a few times, but I had never visited the Tower of London. The Crown Jewels and the historic armour were really interesting! Our guide was amazing! He was really interesting and made sure we had a good time. We also had fast access, so we did not have to waste time in the ticket lines.
DESCRIPTION
Tower of London Private Tour
- Tower of London skip-the-line tickets
- Private tour
- Expert guide
- English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian
YOUR GUIDE WILL TELL YOU ABOUT ITS LONG HISTORY
The Tower of London was a palace, a prison, an arsenal, a royal mint, a zoo, an archive for public records and was also used for executions. Many famous historical figures were executed in the Tower of London, including Anne Boleyn. The conspirator Guy Fawkes was imprisoned within the tower. The White Tower, one of many, was built within old Roman city walls to control an important port area and the mercantile community that lived in the area.
DISCOVER THE PRECIOUS CROWN JEWELS
During your Tower of London Private Tour, you will have the chance to set your eyes on the Imperial State Crown, a piece that the Monarch wears at each State Opening of Parliament. Amongst other priceless and irreplaceable gemstones and jewels, your guide will point out the Sovereign’s Sceptre, which features the largest colourless cut diamond in the world. The collection has 23,578 gemstones and several items are still in use today. Keep an eye out for the ‘in use’ signs, which indicate that the piece is currently being used by the monarchs.
SEE THE WHITE TOWER – THE HEART OF THE TOWER OF LONDON
Your tour through the hallways and rooms of the tower will lead you to the White Tower. Built between 1070 and 1100 by William the Conqueror to instil fear in disobedient citizens, the White Tower is the oldest part of the Tower of London. The top of the White Tower is also the home of the beautiful Romanesque Chapel of St John the Evangelist, where kings and queens worshipped. Prepare to be amazed at the Line of Kings exhibition, a collection of royal armour that has been in the tower for 350 years and is one of the museum’s earliest exhibits.
TRAVEL HUNDREDS OF YEARS BACK IN TIME
Tell your guide if there is anything you don't want to miss when visiting the Tower of London. Explore its interesting past as a zoo and see the intricate sculptures of exotic animals that serve as a reminder of exotic animals that were once presented as royal gifts. The ‘Royal Beasts’ exhibition will give you an insight into how these animals used to live in the heart of London. Do not miss out on the permanent collection focusing on the Tower of London’s history as a working Mint that made most of the country’s coins for over 500 years. For a unique perspective on life during that period, interactive outdoor installations have been set up so that you can fully immerse yourself.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Interesting facts about the Tower of London
THE LEGEND OF THE TOWER RAVENS
Legend has it that the kingdom and the Tower of London will meet downfall if the six resident ravens ever decide to depart from the Tower of London. This superstition is believed to date back to King Charles II, who was warned that the consequences of ravens leaving would be the downfall of the crown and the Tower.
THE TOWER OF LONDON WAS ONCE A PRISON
Even though it wasn’t built to be a prison, the Tower of London was once a housing place for people accused of treason or religious offences. It offered relatively comfortable accommodation for influential prisoners. However, commoners had to endure harsh conditions. The tower witnessed 22 executions during its history, with the last one being in 1941.
MOST OF ENGLAND'S COINS WERE MADE HERE
All of England’s coins were made at the mint at the Tower of London for five centuries. Coins started being produced during the reign of Edward I. As time progressed, the mint improved the coin-making techniques and eventually moved to a different purpose-built facility in 1810.
Book the Tower of London Private Tour to explore 1000 years of the United Kingdom's history!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Free reservations and cancellations are available for the Tower of London Private Tour.
- The tour includes skip-the-line tickets, so you will save a lot of time at the entrance.
- You will have a guide all to yourself, so freely ask them anything that interests you!
- This is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
- Large bags and luggage are not permitted in the Tower of London.
Meeting Point
The meeting point is at 3 Tower Place (East Building), London EC3R 5BT, located near the Tower of London entrance. Your guide will be waiting for you there holding a sign with your name for easy recognition.
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