Official Tower Of London River Tour
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Buying guide
For standard daytime admission, compare official rates against third-party tickets, noting that the free Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) tours are included in all standard entries. If you want to witness the exclusive, highly sought-after Ceremony of the Keys after hours without booking months in advance, choose a guided night tour.
Provides direct entry to the main castle grounds, the Crown Jewels exhibition, and access to the free Yeoman Warder tours departing every 30 minutes.
Compare offers ↓Guarantees entry to the highly restricted, 700-year-old nightly locking ritual led by a Beefeater guide, bypassing the months-long official waitlist.
Compare offers ↓The Go City Explorer Pass includes admission to the Tower of London along with other top landmarks, offering significant savings compared to buying separate tickets.
Compare offers ↓Tiqets GetYourGuide
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Book standard entry directly through the official Historic Royal Palaces site or compare with standard partner tickets (like Tiqets Standard Ticket) to avoid extra booking fees.
Compare offers ↓02Check authorized reseller inventory (e.g., Tiqets Standard Ticket) or book a guided tour package (e.g., GetYourGuide Easy Access Tour) which may have separate slot allocations.
Compare offers ↓03Book the official £10 Ceremony of the Keys ticket months in advance on the official site, or secure a premium guided night tour (e.g., Tiqets Guided Night Tour) if official slots are sold out.
Compare offers ↓04Book directly through the official website to secure free entry for under-5s (no ticket required) or claim the £1 local benefit tickets.
Compare offers ↓05Purchase standard tickets through partner platforms (Tiqets or GetYourGuide) that offer 24-hour free cancellation, as official tickets are generally non-refundable.
Compare offers ↓06Double-check the ticket title before buying; cheaper options like the 'London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket' only cover the bridge walk, not the Tower of London fortress.
Compare offers ↓Insider tips
For July 2026, check the official access notice before travelling: Middle Tower is closed until mid-August 2026 except during busy periods, so Middle Drawbridge is the main visitor entrance when it is closed. Allow time for the required bag check; timed admission does not remove security checks. No left-luggage or bag-storage facilities are available, and suitcases, large bags and rolling luggage are not permitted. Your ticket allows one entry only, with no re-entry after leaving.
Official online tickets for the Tower of London start at £37.00 for adults and £18.50 for children (ages 5–15), while children under 5 enter free. Gate prices are higher and subject to availability, so booking online in advance is highly recommended. Third-party platforms may show higher rates in USD due to currency conversion, booking fees, or when bundled with guided tours and early-access options.
Children under 5 enter free and do not require a ticket. Reduced-price tickets are available for children aged 5–15, young people aged 16–17, seniors aged 65+, and full-time students with valid ID. Disabled visitors are eligible for a concessionary rate and can bring one accompanying carer or companion for free; the free carer ticket can be added to your online order or obtained at the ticket office on the day of your visit with proof of disability (such as an Access Card, PIP/DLA letter, Blue Badge, or international equivalent). Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) members receive free admission and do not need to pre-book a timed entry slot—simply present a valid membership card at the gate.
Arrive early enough for security checks, ticket scanning and wayfinding.
FAQ
Yes, booking online in advance is highly recommended to secure your preferred time slot and avoid long ticket office queues. You must select a specific entry time, and it is advised to arrive 15 minutes before your slot to prepare for security checks.
If you arrive more than 30 minutes late, entry is not guaranteed. The admissions team will try their best to accommodate you in the next available slot, but this depends entirely on capacity and is not possible if the day is fully booked.
Tickets purchased directly from the official site are non-refundable, though date changes can be requested via their contact center at least 3 working days in advance for a fee. If you want flexible cancellation terms, check the specific checkout policies of partner sellers like GetYourGuide or Tiqets.
No, there are no luggage storage or cloakroom facilities inside the fortress. Large bags and suitcases exceeding 16 inches are strictly prohibited, so you must use external luggage storage services at nearby train stations like Tower Hill or London Bridge.
No. While pre-booked tickets allow you to bypass the ticket office queue, all visitors must join the mandatory security and bag check queue at the entrance. Security screening can take 15 to 30 minutes during peak hours.
The Crown Jewels exhibition in the Jewel House is the main internal bottleneck. The best strategy is to book the first morning time slot of the day and head straight to the Jewel House as soon as you enter, before joining a Yeoman Warder tour.
Children under 5 enter free without a ticket. Reduced rates are available for children aged 5–15, seniors (60+), and students with valid ID. Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) members enter free and do not need to pre-book; they can simply present their membership card at the gate.