VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise
Begin your VIP tour with early, skip-the-line access, and see the tower’s storied opening ceremony. With just a small group for company, you’ll explore the landmark’s highlights. You’ll also be among the first visitors to enter the Tower of London’s world-famous Jewel House, where the glittering Crown Jewels await. At the end, you’ll receive a flexible one-way pass for London’s best sightseeing river cruise. If you're short on time, select the Morning at the Tower option for a 2.5 hour tour of the Tower's grounds (excluding the Opening Ceremony).
Options
Tower & Cruise Option
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
with Crown Jewels: Enjoy early entry to Crown Jewels and a full tour of the Tower with a one-way river cruise. DOES NOT include Opening Ceremony
What's included in VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tower of London
Begin your VIP-level experience by witnessing the Opening Ceremony, a storied military ritual that officially opens one of the most famous monuments in London. If you're short on time, select the Morning at the Tower option for a 2.5 hour tour of the Tower's grounds (excluding the Opening Ceremony).
Jewel House
After a quick introduction from the Yeoman Warders who guard the palace, you’ll stroll straight into the Jewel House and be among the first people to see the Crown Jewels. There are no crowds, so after you guide tells you what to look out for, you can take your time and soak in one of the most dazzling collections of riches in the world.
Tower of London
Stroll along the famous Tower Walls, peek inside the refurbished bedroom of Edward I, and say hello to the tower’s resident ravens. Your experience ends on a high note as you step into the White Tower for a full tour of a refurbished medieval castle. Before parting ways, you’ll receive access to a boat pass for a flexible one-way trip on the best sightseeing river cruises in London. Choose the day and time of your trip and depart from either Tower, London Eye, Westminster, or Greenwich piers.
Inclusions
- Local English-speaking guide
- First entrance ticket for Jewel House
- Flexible one-way ticket for London river cruise
- First entrance ticket for Tower of London
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note: base on your the option you select your tour duration and itinerary might change slightly.*
- Note: Watch the Opening Ceremony, a celebrated military ritual (Complete Tower Option only)
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 3 Tower Place, London EC3R 5BT. Meet your coordinator at the West Gate entrance, opposite the Starbucks and in front of the Tower of London giftshop.
End Points
- Tower of London (inside).
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - All guests must pass through security. Please note that for security reasons bag searches will take place at Tower of London. - Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. - Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. - Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information. - Note: Watch the Opening Ceremony, a celebrated military ritual (Complete Tower Option only)