VIP Tower of London: After Hours Tour & Ceremony of the Keys
The Tower of London is renowned for its magnificent architecture, sometimes unbelievable history, and enduring legacy. Experience it in its full glory on an exclusive nighttime tour as you head inside after the gates to the public have closed. As you explore the external grounds in the company of a Beefeater guard as your guide, you'll uncover age-old secrets and tales of the Tower's past before witnessing one of London's most historic acts: the Ceremony of Keys.
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What's included in VIP Tower of London: After Hours Tour & Ceremony of the Keys
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Tower of London
The Tower of London is an iconic landmark of England and a must-see for any visitor. On this tour, you’ll gain access after the Tower has closed to the public, led by a real Yeoman Warder (“Beefeater”) as your guide. Explore the many exhibits such as Traitor’s Gate and the Bloody Tower, where infamous figures once resided. Finish on an unforgettable note by witnessing the famous Ceremony of the Keys, the formal locking of the Tower that has taken place every single night for over 700 years.
Inclusions
- Exclusive out of hours entry to the Tower of London (exterior grounds)
- Small group of 20 guests maximum
- Local English-speaking Yeoman Warder guide
- Guaranteed access to Ceremony of the Keys
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Full names of all participants need to be entered when booking for security.
- This tour does not include access to the Crown Jewels or access inside the buildings. This is a tour of the Grounds only and The Ceremony of the Keys.
- Please be advised that other public groups will join you for the Ceremony of the Keys - The private access is the tour with the Yeoman Warden.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour. This tour meets at 5BT, Tower Place West, 50 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6DT, UK. Meet your coordinator at the West Gate entrance, opposite the Starbucks and in front of the Tower of London giftshop.
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Ticket Redemption
• Full names of all participants need to be entered when booking for security. • The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. • All guests must pass through security. • 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. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. • No High, pointed heels allowed due to the cobbled walkways • This tour does not include access to the Crown Jewels or access inside the buildings. This is a tour of the Grounds only and The Ceremony of the Keys. • Please be advised that other public groups will join you for the Ceremony of the Keys - The private access is the tour with the Yeoman Warden. • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations.
