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The Crown Jewels
The history of the Crown Jewels, including the Imperial State Crown - a priceless collection used to crown the kings and queens of England.
Yeoman Warders at the Tower of London
The ‘Beefeaters’ have been guarding the Tower since Tudor times
The Tower of London and the Second World War
Life at the Tower of London during the Second World War
Jewish Medieval History at the Tower of London
The Tower of London holds a principal place in the complex story of England's Medieval Jewish community.
Tower of London remembers
First World War centenary commemorations at the Tower of London
The Tower's Mint
Guarding the production of all the country's precious coins for over 500 years
The Ceremony of the Keys
Centuries-old traditions of the Tower of London including the Ceremony of the Keys and Beating the Bounds.
The Tower of London Menagerie
For over 600 years, the Tower housed a menagerie of exotic wild animals
The Princes in the Tower
Murdered or survived – what happened to Edward and his younger brother Richard?
What's on
- Tours and talks
Ceremony of the Keys
Be part of this ancient tradition, which has taken place every night for at least 700 years in the Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London.
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Daily (next ticket release 03 November)
- From 21:30-22:05
- Tower of London
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Things to see
Battlements
Walk the defensive walls and huge towers that have guarded the Tower of London for centuries.
- Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
- Tours and talks
Yeoman Warder tours
Tour the Tower of London with a famous Yeoman Warder during your visit. Be entertained by tales of intrigue, imprisonment, execution, torture and much more...
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Daily
- Tours begin every 45 minutes
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- For members
- Events
Members-only Ceremony of the Keys
Members-only access to the traditional locking up of the Tower of London, the Ceremony of the Keys.
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19 October, 16 November, 07 December 2025
- 21:30
- Tower of London
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Families
- Things to see
Armoury in Action
Shoot arrows, assemble firearms and brandish a sword in this exciting, hands-on experience in the White Tower.
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Closed until further notice
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The Tower Moat
The Tower Moat is a unique and evolving space with a long history.
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Closed
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
White Tower
Marvel at the imposing White Tower, a magnificent example of Norman architecture at the heart of the Tower of London.
- Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
Guards at the Tower of London
Marvel at the guards protecting the Crown Jewels. See the sentries posted outside the Jewel House and The King's House.
- Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The Tower's Mint
Discover the people and stories behind the Royal Mint at the Tower of London.
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Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Accessibility
The Tower of London aims to be accessible to all - find out more about accessibility for those with mobility needs or visual impairments.
Getting here
Find out how to get to the Tower of London by tube, bus, rail, boat, car or bicycle with our easy-to-follow directions.
Group visits
Visiting the Tower in a group? Group discounts and savings are available on our tickets for groups of 15+. Find out more and book online today.
FAQs
Can't find the information you need? Browse our FAQs for details of military discount, lost property and more.
Shopping
Indulge in a souvenir of your trip to the Tower, from replica armour, jewellery, clothing and costumes, there’s something for everyone in our gift shops.
New Dress on Display in the Jewel House
In May 2024, two new items from the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection went on display in the Crown Jewels exhibition at the Tower of London. They were joined by a splendid Jewel House Warden's Uniform.
Jewels On Display: a Short History of the Jewel House at the Tower of London
Tom Drysdale, Archivist and Curator of Architectural Drawings at the Tower of London, explores the fascinating history of the world-famous Crown Jewels exhibition.
The New Constable of the Tower of London
General Sir Gordon Messenger became the 161st Constable of the Tower of London in August 2022, succeeding General The Lord Nicholas Houghton. The role of the Constable is the most senior appointment at the Tower of London and dates back to the time of William the Conqueror and the Norman Conquest.