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
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
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Expert, English-speaking guide
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Early entry to Tower of London
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Exclusive Beefeater meet and greet
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Entry to the Crown Jewels
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins outside the Tower of London
You’ll meet your guide outside the Tower of London. Look for the exact location on your booking voucher. Here, you’ll get a quick orientation before heading inside this legendary fortress. -
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Early entry to the Tower of London
You’ll use your early entry to walk through the gates before the main crowds arrive. Step inside this thousand-year-old fortress, which has served as a royal palace, a notorious prison, and everything in between. Feel the history come alive beneath your feet. -
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Exclusive Beefeater meet and greet at Bloody Tower
Next, you’ll get a highly exclusive 15-minute meeting with a real Beefeater (Yeoman Warder) right by the famous Bloody Tower. Hear royal gossip and wild tales from the Tower’s Guardians, ask them your burning questions, and snap a quick photo! -
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Guided tour of the Bloody Tower
Your guide will lead you through the fearsome Bloody Tower, sharing the incredible legends and historical dramas that played out within its stone walls. You’ll learn about the high-profile prisoners held here, including the mysterious disappearance of the 'Princes in the Tower.' -
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Guided tour of Tower Green
Discover the solemn space of Tower Green, where many high-status figures, including two of King Henry VIII’s wives, met their tragic end. You’ll hear gripping stories of power, betrayal, and deadly struggles that defined Tudor England. -
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Visit Traitor’s Gate
After that, you’ll step down to the infamous waterside entrance known as Traitor’s Gate. Learn how high-profile prisoners, like Queen Anne Boleyn, arrived by boat, making their somber, one-way entrance into the fortress. -
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View the Crown Jewels
Finally, you’ll be dazzled by the jaw-dropping Crown Jewels collection. Your guide will share the history of the most magnificent pieces before you enter the Jewel House to admire the gold crowns, swords, and royal bling up close. -
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Tour finishes at the White Tower
Your guided portion ends outside the mighty White Tower, the original Norman fortress. Your guide will give you all the fascinating context, and then you are free to explore the impressive British armory collection inside the tower and the rest of the grounds on your own.
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
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Customer Reviews
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.
Touring before the crowds and seeing the jewels close-up was magical. The Beefeater’s warm personality added a uniquely human touch to a stunning historical experience.
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.
Do we meet a Beefeater with other groups?
No, you'll get to speak with a Beefeater with only our customers, up to 50 people! But there won't be any other groups with you.
