Exclusive Meet & Greet Tour with the Tower of London Beefeaters

Hear legends from the Guardians of the Tower of London before your full tour of the fortress

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· 2.00h · England, United Kingdom

Exclusive Meet & Greet Tour with the Tower of London Beefeaters

A group of tourists taking a picture with a Tower of London Beefeater.

A tourist walking through the Tower of London with his guide from The Tour Guy.

A pair of tourists speaking with a Tower of London Beefeater

A man taking a picture of a woman while inside the London Tower.

An image of one of the Tower of London ravens

A man standing in front of the entrance to the Crown Jewels in the London Tower while speaking to his guide from The Tour Guy.

An image of the royal bedrooms inside the Tower of London.

A group of tourists standing at the Anne Boylen execution site in the Tower of London with their guide from The Tour Guy.

Two men having their picture taken inside the Tower of London by their guide from The Tour Guy.

The Tower’s packed with tourists, but you’re about to get the VIP treatment. Meet a Beefeater in Tower Green (yeah, that exclusive), before touring the Bloody Tower, and Traitor’s Gate with an expert guide dropping wild tales of betrayal. Finish up with a peek at the Crown Jewels. This is your insider pass to London’s most iconic fortress.

What you get with this tour

Passionate English-speaking guide
Early entry to Tower of London
Beefeater meet & greet
Crown jewels
Bloody Tower, Traitor's Gate, Tower Green, and more
Tour guide gratuities
Hotel pick up
Wheelchair accessible

Tour Itinerary

1

Meeting point at Tower of London shop
Kick things off at the Tower of London shop. Think of it as your “get ready” moment for diving into centuries of royal drama.
2

Meet your guide
You’re about to hear some wild stories. Your guide’s got the inside scoop to make this whole place way more interesting than any history class.
3

Enter Tower of London
Walk through those massive walls and step into a living history lesson. This fortress has been everything from a palace to a prison since 1066. Yeah, it’s ancient.
4

Exclusive Beefeater meet & greet
Get 15 minutes of exclusive one-on-one time with a Beefeater in the Bloody Tower. Think: royal gossip, legends, and some good laughs. Definitely worth it.
5

Crown Jewels
Be dazzled by this jaw-dropping walkthrough of the Crown Jewels. Gold crowns, swords, and royal bling that’ll make your Instagram jealous.
6

Traitor's Gate
Step down to the infamous waterside entrance where high-profile prisoners, like Queen Anne Boleyn, made their somber arrivals, many never to leave.
7

Tower Green
Discover where royalty faced their tragic fate and hear the gripping stories behind Tudor England’s deadly power struggles.
8

The White Tower
Finish your guided tour outside this iconic fortress. Don’t miss exploring inside on your own, it houses a stunning British armory collection.
9

Say goodbye to your guide
You’ll see spots like the Bloody Tower with your guide, but be sure to venture into the White Tower for the full experience!

Additional Information

Good to know:

Please Note: Guides are not allowed inside the White Tower or the Jewel House, but they will accompany you to each location and share everything you need to know. They will escort you to the Beefeater's Quarters, Traitor's Gate, and several other key areas in the fortress.
Accessibility: Unfortunately this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces and old stone stairways.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.

Your 2-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Exclusive 15-minute meet and greet with a Beefeater
Early entry to the Tower of London
Entry to the Crown Jewels
Guided tour of the Bloody Tower, Traitor’s Gate, Tower Green, and more
Maximum group size of 30

What to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle

Customer reviews

5.00 (113)

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02 September 2025

Reviewed by
Henry Kumar

More Than Just A Sight

01 September 2025

Reviewed by
Noah Agarwal

What sets this tour apart is the personal interaction. The stories felt rich and real, and the Beefeater’s humor made history approachable and fun.

31 August 2025

Reviewed by
William Young

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Comfy shoes (you’re gonna walk), and dress for the weather. We’re not here for cold, wet vibes.

What to bring?

Comfy shoes (you’re gonna walk), and dress for the weather. We’re not here for cold, wet vibes.

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 guide be with me the whole time?

Mostly, yes. However, the Tower of London does not allow licensed guides to enter the Jewel House or the White Tower. Your guide will share tons of fascinating information about these sites to prepare you to visit on your own.