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.
Visit
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.
26 November 2024: The Wharf will open later at 07:30.
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
Christmas at the Tower
29 November 2024 - 05 January 2025 (excluding 24-26 December and 01 January)
Celebrate Christmas at the Tower of London with specially created displays that show how kings and queens of the past experienced the festive season.
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
Bloody Tower
Explore the stories of the Princes in the Tower and Sir Walter Raleigh in the infamous Bloody Tower.
- Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
What's on
- 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
- Things to see
- Tours and talks
Yeoman Warder tours
Discover captivating stories of pain and passion, treachery and torture with our Yeoman Warder tours at the Tower of London.
- Daily
- Tours begin every 30 minutes
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- 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.
- Daily
- From 21:30-22:05
- Tower of London
- Separate ticket (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.
Shop 24/7 online
Discover beautiful Christmas gifts and home decor inspired by our palaces.
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
The story of Henry VIII’s 'most faithful servant'
Wolf Hall transformed Thomas Cromwell into a loyal, humorous and streetwise hero. In real life, he enjoyed a spectacular rise from the son of a Putney blacksmith to the chief minister of Henry VIII.
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.
Support us
As an independent charity, there are many ways you can support us.
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.
Join as a member
There's never been a better time to join Historic Royal Palaces and begin sharing days out with friends and family at our magnificent palaces.
Become a patron
Step closer to history and join us for unique and amazing events as a patron of Historic Royal Palaces.
Become a custodian of British History
Sponsor a stone in the iconic White Tower at the Tower of London. Looking for that extra special gift? Sponsor a stone for a friend or loved one, giving them something uniquely personal.