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The Tower of London & Tower Bridge Half-Day Guided Tour

Beefeater in traditional uniform standing at the Tower of London, England.
Tourists exploring the Eiffel Tower with views of Paris, part of a combo tour with the Louvre Museum.
Tower Bridge in London with raised bascules, viewed from the River Thames.
Tour group observing the Changing of the Guard ceremony near Westminster Abbey, London.

Step back in time with a private half-day tour of London's iconic Tower of London & Tower Bridge, guided by an expert Blue Badge guide.

Highlights

  • Unearth London's royal history on this private half-day tour of the iconic Tower of London and Tower Bridge, guided by a professional Blue Badge guide.

  • Explore the opulent Royal Apartments at the Tower, once home to kings and queens, and the grim Prison Cells, where countless souls met their tragic end.

  • Visit the haunting Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula which holds the secrets of the Tower's tragic past, including the final resting place of Queen Anne Boleyn.

  • Take a breathtaking journey 42 meters above the River Thames at the symbolic Tower Bridge, with panoramic views of the city's iconic landmarks

  • Delve into the depths of Tower Bridge at the Victorian Engine Rooms and discover the hidden mechanisms that bring this iconic landmark to life.

  • Did you know? Many famous historical figures, including Anne Boleyn and Thomas More, were executed within the Tower's walls.

Inclusions

  • Half-day private tour of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge

  • Entry to the Tower of London

  • Entry to the Tower Bridge

  • Professional Blue Badge guide

Exclusions

  • Transfers

  • Food and drinks

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 30 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Delve into royal history and tragedy

Dive into a thousand years of history with this half-day private tour to the Tower of London and the Tower Bridge. Led by an expert Blue Badge Guide, this action-packed tour offers you an exclusive peek into London's royal history. Start your journey exploring the Tower of London, a stronghold that has played a myriad of roles from a royal residence to a notorious prison. Marvel at the resplendent Crown Jewels, stroll through the historic Royal Apartments and Prison Cells, and listen to the tragic tales of the unfortunate prisoners who met their end at the Tower.

A stroll down the Tower Bridge

The tour then transcends you to the Victorian age as you visit the Engine Rooms of the Tower Bridge. Learn about the ingenious mechanics behind this famed architecture. Your guide will then leave you with tickets to ascend the Tower Bridge at your own pace. Walk the 42-meter high walkway, stand on the glass floor, and watch as the city bustles beneath your feet. This tour, filled with history, intrigue, and stunning views, promises a memorable journey into London's past.

Additional information

  • There is both an elevator entrance and stairs at the Tower of London, so you may choose how you wish to get to the top.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at The Hung Drawn & Quartered, EC3.

  • Address: 26-27 Great Tower St, London EC3R 5AQ, United Kingdom.

  • Landmark: Meet your guide in front of the pub.

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