Tower of London
One of the Royal Palaces, the Tower of London has a fascinating history dating back to about 1080 AD
The Tower of London began its legacy as a strategically located fortress way back at the end of the 11th century when William the Conqueror constructed the White Tower to secure his stronghold in the city of London. Over the years this site on the river Thames was expanded and fortified even further, including a moat by subsequent medieval kings and monarchs, serving at varying times as a fortress, a palace and as a prison and place of execution.
If the walls of this historical site could talk they could tell some amazing stories and indeed you will discover many incredible stories when you visit the Tower of London. It has been the centre of much of England's history and conflict during it's 900 plus years. There is simply too much history behind this attraction to go into detail about here, but you should definitely try to include a visit to the Tower of London in you travel plans.
The Tower of London is located adjacent to the Tower Bridge so you may want to combine both into one visit.
The Tower of London is open for visitors and tours from 9:am to 5:30pm from Tuesday thru Saturday and from 10am to 5:30pm on Sunday and Monday.
For more information about visiting the Tower of London including admission fees visit their official website at the link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes.Tower of London Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Address: London EC3N 4AB, UK
Phone: 0333 320 6000
Official Website: Tower of London
Tower of London Reviews
Rated out of 5
“The Tower of London is a must-see for history lovers! Marvel at the dazzling Crown Jewels and explore the impressive armor displays. The tales of royal intrigue and eerie torture chambers add a chilling depth. Knowledgeable guides enhance the experience with stories from the past. A captivating journey through England’s rich past!”
Caroline C - in the last week
We spent six hours here and easily could have spent six more. So much to see and do. Even the cafe was good, with an excellent array of food choices. The cakes were fantastic. The white tower was amazing with the armor and weapons collections. The Crown Jewels are simply breathtaking. I advise to get your entry tickets for first thing in the morning. Once past security make your way directly to the Crown Jewel display. If you wait until later in the day you will be in long lines that can take hours and…. Once inside it can be packed. However you do it…. It is worth it. The only drawback is that photos are not allowed in the Crown Jewel area.
buyushay - 2 months ago
great day out, lots to see and do, ended up spending 4 hours here to get around everything, and probably still missed a couple things! a must see on your visit is the ravens. they are massive and so tame! the crown jewels also amazing to see. would highly recommend
Zoe L (zoeurbex) - a week ago
This was an amazing experience for the price, I ended up staying here for nearly four hours so bring some good walking shoes! There is lots to see and do with some structures dating back nearly 1000 years. I got the audio guide which I really recommend, it goes way more in depth than the boards and posters dotted around. There are quite a few benches to sit if your legs get tired and a couple of cafes.
Bex Glaze - a week ago
What a fantastic glimpse into the history of England! This was our first stop in our visit to London and it was a great crash course on the history and people of London. The Beefeaters were great! I highly recommend joining the guided tour. Our tour guide was informative, entertaining and engaging throughout.
The Crown Jewels are worth the line. How often do you get to see diamonds that size!?
Dane Goodman - a week ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| District and Circle Lines | Tower Hill Station | 5 MInutes |
How to get to Tower of London by Tube
From Tower Hill Station follow the signs for the Tower of London. It is a short 5 minute walk south across the road to the main entrance.
You can also get to the Tower of London by riverboat service from Charing Cross, Westminster and Greenwich piers. Disembark at Tower Pier.
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