Highlights of things to see and do at the Tower of London.
Discover London’s castle – a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison
Explore London’s iconic castle and World Heritage Site. Get up close to the Crown Jewels, meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens and see the Tower like never before.
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Opening times
Monday 10:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
Thursday 09:00 - 16:30
Friday 09:00 - 16:30
Saturday 09:00 - 16:30
Sunday 10:00 - 16:30
Last timeslot: 15:00. Last Yeoman Warder guided tour (included in your ticket): 14:30.
02 January - 12 April 2025: The Chapel Royal will be closed. 13 - 17 January 2025: The Fusilier Museum will be closed. 08 January - 28 February 2025: The East Gate and Wharf will be closed.
Wharf Opening times: Daily: 07:00-19:00. Check upcoming Wharf closures.
Please check for full opening hours and information on closures and notices
Tickets and prices
Explore London’s iconic castle.
Tower of London only ticket prices from (excluding donation):
- Members: Free
- Adult: £34.80
- Child age 5-15: £17.40
Getting here
Tower of London, London, EC3N 4AB
Highlights
February Half Term at the Tower
Criminal mastermind, Colonel Blood, and his audacious gang are up to no good at the Tower of London this February Half Term.
Included in your Tower ticket
- 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
St John's Chapel
An architectural gem in the White Tower.
- Open daily
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The ravens
Meet the famous ravens at the Tower of London and discover why they are known as the guardians of the Tower.
- Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
What's on
- Things to see
- Families
- Half term
February Half Term at the Tower
Find out what criminal mastermind Colonel Blood and his audacious gang are up to at the Tower of London, in our family-friendly costumed event, this February half term.
- 15 February - 23 February
- 10:30 - 16:00
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The Gunpowder Plot
Travel back in time and experience history like never before in this thrilling immersive experience.
- Thursdays to Sundays. Check the Gunpowder Plot website for details.
- 1 hour 40 minutes
- Tower of London
- Separate ticket
- Events
- Families
Relaxed Hour at the Tower
Relaxed Hour at the Tower is aimed at neurodivergent and learning disabled children and their families. Experience two hours free from crowds, including free entry to the Tower, Crown Jewels and access to relaxed and SEN programming.
- Sunday 26 January 2025
- 09:00 - 11:00
- Tower of London
- Free (advance booking required)
A 360 degree view of the Imperial State Crown showing St Edward's Sapphire, the Black Prince's Ruby, the Cullinan II diamond and the Stuart Sapphire.
Discover the Crown Jewels
Discover the world-famous collection of treasures including more than 100 objects and over 23,000 gemstones.
Join as a member
Enjoy unlimited adventures at our magnificent palaces, discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.
Inside the Tower
Discover Season 7 of Inside the Tower of London on My5, or catch up on all seasons.
Thomas Cromwell's legacy at the Tower of London
Hear from our experts on our blog
For Thomas Cromwell, hero of Wolf Hall, the Tower of London would be the scene of the start of his career and the end of his life. Here, Chief Historian Tracy Borman explores the Tower through the lens of Thomas Cromwell's rise and fall.
Explore the Tower of London Behind Closed Doors
Make the most of your visit and uncover the Tower's best-kept secrets with Google Arts & Culture. From the medieval Byward Angel to the Council Chamber in the King’s House, explore virtual tours and beautiful art in high-resolution.
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Donate
Help us to conserve these historic buildings, ensuring they are here for future generations to enjoy. We raise all our own funds and depend on your support.
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