Early Entry Tower of London Tour with the Beefeaters

Witness a centuries-old tradition before seeing the crown jewels with fewer crowds

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· 1.15h · England, United Kingdom

Early Entry Tower of London Tour with the Beefeaters

An image of a Tower of London Beefeater speaking to a crowd.

An image of a group of British Royal Guards walking through the Tower of London.

A young boy looking at the British Royal Crown in the Tower of London.

A group of tourists inside the Tower of London with their guide from The Tour Guy.

An image of the entrance to the Tower of London.

An image of Traitor's Gate inside the Tower of London.

A man inside the Tower of London speaking with his guide from The Tour Guy.

A group of tourists walking inside the Tower of London.

A group of tourists at Anne Boylen's execution site inside the Tower of London.

An image of the White Tower inside the Tower of London.

By the time most arrive, the Tower of London is already bustling, its secrets diluted by the crowds. This exclusive early-morning self-guided tour grants you a front-row spot as the Beefeaters unlock the gates with ceremonial flair, a sight few ever witness. Capture an intimate photo with the guards, then be among the first to marvel at the Crown Jewels before exploring the Tower of London at your own pace.

What you get with this tour

Expert English-speaking tour leader
Tower of London opening ceremony
Listen to Beefeaters
Crown Jewels early access
Traitor's Gate, Bloody Tower, Tower Green, and more
Tour guide gratuities
Hotel pick-up
Wheelchair accessible

Tour Itinerary

1

Meeting point at Tower of London shop
In the early hours, gather at the official store, your starting place for uncovering centuries of British history.
2

Open Tower of London Gates
Experience the Tower of London’s grand opening, a tradition where military meets theater, performed by the iconic Beefeaters.
3

Crown Jewels
Since your tour gets you into the tower early, you'll also be able to head into the Jewel House before the biggest crowds.
4

Beefeater's Quarters
Stand before the living quarters of the Beefeaters, a reminder of the Tower's ongoing role as a living, working community.
5

Crown Jewels
Enjoy early access to the Jewel House, allowing you to admire crowns, swords, and other riches of the British monarchy without the crowds.
6

Traitor's Gate
Descend towards the waterside entrance where high-profile prisoners, including Queen Anne Boleyn, once entered, many of which never left.
7

Bloody Tower
Uncover the dark tales of the Bloody Tower, infamous for the mysterious demise of princes and the plotting of Raleigh’s expeditions.
8

Tower Green
Witness where royalty met their tragic ends and tune in as your guide gives insights into the dangerous political climate of Tudor England.
9

Royal Bedrooms
Admire the grandeur of royal living spaces, their lavish décor speaking volumes about the lives of their distinguished occupants.
10

End inside Tower of London
Your tour of the Tower of London concludes outside the White Tower. Feel free to head inside the castle for further exploration.

Additional Information

Good to know:

Please Note: After the guided portion of this tour, you are free to continue exploring the Tower of London at your own pace. Guides are not allowed inside the White Tower or the Jewel House.
Accessibility: Unfortunately this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces and old stone stairways.
Tour Changes: Itineraries are subject to change depending on ceremony timings or Tower of London operations.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.

Your 1.15-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Tower of London opening ceremony with the Beefeaters
Early access to the Crown Jewels
Guided tour of the Tower of London’s external grounds
Self-guided exploration of the Tower of London.
Maximum group size of 20

What to bring:

Comfortable shoes
Camera
Water bottle

Customer reviews

4.94 (233)

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26 October 2025

Reviewed by
Pam Klustner

Great Tour Guide, Misleading Title

12 October 2025

Reviewed by
Ryan Siekmann

Let me first start off by stating our tour guide, Lee, was absolutely brilliant. We had a great time with him for the hour we had him, but it was only an hour. Once you get into the Tower of London, you are on your own. You either rent an audio guide or wander on your own. I mistakenly thought this tour was led by a Beefeater or Tour Guide the entire time. You certainly meet many Beefeaters inside the walls but are not your tour guide. This is worth the $ to get in early with Lee. You get to be the first in the gates, first to see the opening ceremony, and the Lee gets you in first to see the Crown Jewels. That itself was worth it as it was packed an hour later. Wish Lee was our full time tour guide as he was such a delight.

11 October 2025

Reviewed by
Inta Rinkenberger

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes to suit the weather forecast.

What to bring?

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes to suit the weather forecast.

Can I take photos at the Tower of London?

Photography is allowed in most areas, with the exception of the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.

Will the tour leader be with me the whole time?

The Tower of London does not allow guides to enter the Jewel House or the White Tower. Your tour leader will share tons of fascinating information about these sites to prepare you to visit on your own.