Christmas at the Tower

A Royal Celebration

This Christmas, explore a royal celebration at the Tower of London with specially created displays that showcase how kings and queens of the past celebrated the festive period.

As you roam the fortress, learn about King Edward I's lavish medieval Christmas feast, discover the spectacle of festive entertainment at the Tudor court, and sit upon a throne for a regal family portrait.

When

29 November 2024 - 05 January 2025 (excluding 24-26 December & 01 January)

Ticketing information

Pre-booking recommended for non-members. Members can walk up and show their membership card for free entry.

Festive Christmas music may be playing throughout the event.

Included in palace admission (Members go free)

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Family pose for a group portrait on a Coronation throne with a large Christmas Tree (Tower Bridge blurred in background).

Discover a display of a historic frost fair

Step into a display that showcases the iconic frost fairs, once held on a frozen river Thames and attended by Londoners and royalty alike.

As you explore the Tower, you might be surprised to discover royal Christmas celebrations in the past are not so different from our own today.

Two actors performing in costume in front of Salt Tower. HistoryRiot cast posing for photoshoot to promote live performances.

The Spirit of Christmas

27 – 31 December 2024

Experience the spirit of a Victorian Christmas at the Tower of London this festive season. Meet the Tower postman as he attempts to deliver a last-minute gift and join in a giant game of pass-the-parcel.

Enjoy festive music played by the Southwark Waits musicians, including a magical performance of ‘A Visit From St. Nicholas’, a special Victorian poem that popularised Father Christmas as an important festive figure.

Please note, performances are weather permitting.