Exclusive Meet & Greet Tour with the Tower of London Beefeaters
Enjoy smaller morning crowds, time with a Yeoman Warder in a restricted area, and the Crown Jewels
If you’ve always wanted to meet a Beefeater, this is the tour to book. These iconic Yeoman Warders have guarded the Tower of London for over 500 years, and your small group gets 15 minutes alone with one outside the King’s House (an area closed to everyone else). You'll hear royal gossip, wild legends, and have time to grab a photo with your Beefeater. Add on a tour led by a storytelling historian and access to the Crown Jewels, and you have an all-access pass to the Tower’s best-kept secrets.
What You Get With This Tour
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Chat with a real Yeoman Warder
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Expert, English-speaking guide
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Exclusive Beefeater meet and greet
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Beefeater photo-op
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Tower of London tickets & tour
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Access to the Crown Jewels
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Morning tour for smaller crowds
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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 right outside the Tower of London. Look for the exact location on your booking voucher. Here, you'll get a quick intro to this legendary fortress. -
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Enter the Tower of London with pre-reserved tickets
Head inside with your timed-entry tickets and past Traitors' Gate, where prisoners like Anne Boleyn once arrived by boat. As a morning tour, you'll beat the crowds that pile up in the afternoon. -
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See the Crown Jewels up close
Continue to the Jewel House, where gold crowns, ceremonial swords, and royal regalia still used by the monarchy today wait behind the glass. Your guide shares the stories of the most iconic pieces before you step inside on your own. -
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Walk through Tower Green
Step onto the grassy square where two of King Henry VIII's wives met their end. Your guide tells the gripping stories of the power struggles, royal betrayals, and executions that defined Tudor England from this spot. -
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Visit 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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Meet a Beefeater (Yeoman Warder) outside the King's House
Finally, your guide brings you to the King's House, an exclusive area closed to regular visitors. Spend 15 minutes here with a real Yeoman Warder who shares royal gossip, wild legends, and answers to your burning questions. -
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Snap a photo with a Beefeater
Before you head out, this is your chance to grab a quick photo with your Yeoman Warder to remember the moment. Capture the iconic Guardian of the Tower in uniform for the perfect souvenir of your morning here. -
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Your tour ends outside the White Tower
After your meet and greet, your guide shares the story of the White Tower and what to look out for inside. The tour then wraps up, and you're free to continue exploring on your own.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: Due to uneven terrain and historic surfaces, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Please contact us in advance if you have questions or concerns about your mobility. You can also join our Private Tower of London Tour for a fully customizable experience.
Tour Changes: Depending on the day’s schedule at the Tower of London, the order of your visit may vary slightly. Either way, you’ll still enjoy the full experience.
Tickets: Your Tower of London ticket is valid all day, so you’re free to stay as long as you like after your tour has finished.
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 Beefeaters' Quarters, Traitors' Gate, and several other key areas in the fortress.
Bag Policy: For quicker entry, please leave large backpacks and wheeled bags at your accommodation as they aren’t permitted inside the Tower of London. All bags will be screened at security.
Lines: This tour includes pre-reserved tickets to the Tower of London, allowing you to skip the long ticket lines. You’ll still go through a quick security check before entry, which may involve a short wait.
Check-in: Please arrive 15 minutes early so your group can enter right on time and make the most of your visit.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry to the Tower of London
15-minute meet and greet with a Yeoman Warder at the exclusive King's House
Photo opportunity with a Yeoman Warder
Guided visit to Traitors' Gate, Tower Green, and the Bloody Tower
Access to the Crown Jewels
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
Valid ID
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Customer Reviews
Another great experience with The Tour Guy. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging, and the Beefeater we met had a great sense of humour and happily posed for photos with anyone who wanted one. I’ve done several of their tours during my last 3 trips, and this one was just as informative and enjoyable as the rest.
Matthew was awesome , he knew his history. Tour so good. He recommended us the Anchor restaurant and the food and atmosphere was great. He deserves a raise! Thank you
Our tour guide (Joe) and beefeater were both very knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, this tour is family friendly. Kids love meeting a real Yeoman Warder and hearing the wild royal legends and ghost stories.
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.
What happens after the tour ends?
Your guide wraps up at the King's House and shares the story of the White Tower before you head in. Your Tower of London ticket is valid all day, so you're free to keep exploring the fortress and grounds at your own pace.
