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A History of Royal Jubilees

In celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, we look back at the history of royal jubilee celebrations through the ages.

The story of the Tower of London

Iconic fortress, royal palace and infamous prison.

The Medieval Palace

Luxurious royal lodgings from the 1200s

Coronations Past and Present

An ancient ceremony, largely unchanged for a thousand years

FAQs

Can't find the information you need? Browse our FAQs for details of military discount, lost property and more.

Accessibility

The Tower of London aims to be accessible to all - find out more about accessibility for those with mobility needs or visual impairments.

What's on

  • Tours and talks

Royal Kew

Join one of our costumed hosts on a daily 30 minute tour featuring some of the key rooms in the palace to hear their stories and learn more about life for the royal family at Kew.

  • Until 28 September 2025

  • 14:00 - 14:30
  • Kew Palace
  • Separate ticket
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BOOKING SOON

  • 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.

  • 13 July, 24 August, 14 September 2025

  • 21:30
  • Tower of London
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • Things to see

The Chapel Royal

Walk in the footsteps of kings and queens and see Anne Boleyn's Book of Hours, in the Chapel Royal.

  • Open Wednesday - Saturday
  • 10:00 - 16:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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  • 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...

  • Daily

  • Tours begin every 45 minutes
  • Tower of London
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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  • Things to see

Gun salute

See special commemorative firings at the Tower of London on the Gun Park located on the Wharf.

  • Selected dates
  • Tower of London
  • Free
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  • Things to see

Cumberland Art Gallery

Discover masterpieces by Rembrandt, Caravaggio, van Dyck, and more at the Cumberland Art Gallery at Hampton Court Palace.

  • Open

  • In line with palace opening hours
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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FAQs

Can't find the information you need? Browse our FAQs for details of military discount, lost property and more.

Accessibility

The Tower of London aims to be accessible to all - find out more about accessibility for those with mobility needs or visual impairments.

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.

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.

Hampton Court Beasts

Discover more about the heraldic Tudor beasts on display at Hampton Court Palace in Chapel Court, the Moat Bridge and the Great Hall buttresses.

The Commonwealth Games

Curator Brett Dolman looks briefly into the history of the Commonwealth Games and imagines Henry VIII’s forgotten cricketing disaster at Hampton Court.