Nearly 1,000 years of history — fortress, palace, prison, and home of the Crown Jewels.
Nearest Tube
Tower Hill (Circle, District)
Visit duration
2–3 hours
Best time
Opening time on weekdays to beat queues at the Crown Jewels.
Why visit
Yeoman Warder (Beefeater) tours bring the dark stories to life.
Practical tips
- 01Buy tickets online to skip queues. Prices change — check the official site.
- 02Free Yeoman Warder tours run regularly.
- 03Check the Ravens — legend says the kingdom falls if they leave.