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Tower of London
Castle and History Museum
St. Katharine's and Wapping, London
Has a stamp of approval from The Telegraph and Time Out London
"Must visit in London even if just to see the crown jewels 💎❤️"(62 Tips)
"Worth fighting the crowds to see this historic and beautiful site."(20 Tips)
"Take the Beefeater tour to learn the gruesome history of the Tower."(15 Tips)
"The Yeoman Warder tour was definitely worthwhile - Clive was great!"(11 Tips)
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Paul FarrellJune 25, 2015Great experience. Make sure you take the Yeoman/Beefeater tour and give this amazing site the time it deserves and allow three hours. Top drawer.
Henry TapperFebruary 19, 2016Great from the outside - few Londoners go inside as there are many greater marvels that are free. A must for tourists mind
Lars BullNovember 7, 2016Good for the whole family. Varied in presentation. A bit expensive and low on food offers. But overall we loved it.
Piccy LokeApril 4, 2018a 4 to 5 hours experience is required to fully explore the castle grounds and visit the exhibits. makes the admission price more worth as well.
Simon SandJuly 28, 2015The Brewery is the ideal venue for every corporate event, from professional matters such as meetings and exhibitions, to out of office activities including Summer and Christmas Parties.
Charl ChapmanOctober 13, 2012Download the Tower of London Free app for a guide, as the voice guide costs £4 for adults. The Yeomen also do free guides, although limited. Use free wifi at the ticket booths or Costa's nearby.
Pam SiaMarch 26, 2019ALL toilets in the area - from the nearest tube station (Tower Hill) - require 50 pence per entry! Even those inside eateries. Go to the loo BEFORE your visit!
Marianne LouloudakiFebruary 15, 2017Wait for the guided tour, it is included in the price of the ticket and the guides are absolutely hilarious!
Allison LansberryDecember 8, 2012Don't miss this place when in LONDON. The buildings are some of the oldest in Europe & architecturely marvelous. One of my top ten London places.
Martin MitchellJuly 7, 2017Pre book tickets to beat the queues! Loads to do here and very well laid out, with lots of info to educate as well.
Michael NataleAugust 9, 2016Tons of history here. Take in everything! Beefeater tours are worth it so long as you remain close enough to hear him or her speak.
Pete HarmerApril 2, 2019Fantastic piece of history, can feel the history around you. Particularly in St Johns chapel in the White Tower
Moe DexlerFebruary 24, 2018Highly recommend the audio tours. For £4 you get 5 walking tours to experience all aspects of life at the Tower.
Marina XavierApril 27, 2016Very nice place to visit on London. Historic walls, crown jewel collection and a pleasant walk inside the towers
PILAR PRENDESMay 28, 2017It's like you have seen in movies and tv ! History at your eyes!!! A lot of tourist!!! Inside is the queens jewels do not miss them
Otel.comOctober 11, 2011Also known as Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress, this historic castle is one of the world's most famous fortresses. Don't miss the Ceremony of the Keys. Opens 9am. Online tickets are cheaper.
Jeremy KrantzSeptember 10, 2014Ask questions or take a tour via the Yeoman (Beefeaters) which roam around the premise. Great, friendly and very knowledgeable group of guys!- BrokeinLondon.comDecember 22, 2013The most powerful and dazzling symbols of the British monarchy include the Imperial State Crown, the Coronation Spoon and the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Cross. Prepare to be amazed! Read more
Rene JoergensenFebruary 16, 2016Fantastic place and really worth a visit!!! Come early to avoid the crowds!!
- Greglaar1March 25, 2015Always pre-book your tickets online and save a lot of time on queuing get there early Starbucks just around the corner.
Jason H.January 22, 2018Yes do it and yes take the beefeater tour. Fascinating and extremely well done!
Warwick KayMarch 27, 2015Pretty busy tourist spot but must see for any tourist visiting London. Take the free walking tour and see the Crown Jewels.
Joanna FlammNovember 29, 2014Buy tickets online ahead of time and pick them up at the group ticket counter instead of standing in the regular line.
Remco de BosMay 5, 2019Beatiful castle, with the crown jewels as top exhibition. Go in the early morning to avoid the crowds.
Abdulrahman Alsaleh IG: abdulalsaleh1October 22, 2019You need atleast 3-4 hours to tour every part of it
Le TseJuly 11, 2012Plan for at least half a day at the Tower of London. There's so much history to absorb! The beefeaters are real soldiers!
Michal PAugust 19, 2012A tour with one of the Beefeaters is essential - they will entertain you, providing history facts & stories at the same time! After the tour The Tower is yours to explore.
Andrew Fawcett-WolfNovember 14, 2013At 90 meters The White Tower was the tallest building in Europe (in 1190). Now dwarfed by the horrible Shard of Glass on the other side of the river! Progress? You decide....- Emma WijningaSeptember 15, 2016Watch the movie "Elisabeth" and the series "Charles II" for an idea of the meaning of this old building. Quite interesting!
DanielAugust 29, 2016Book your tickets online in advance to save on the price on the door. You don't have to print the receipt - just show the PDF on your phone.
Darryl EllsonAugust 10, 2014Allow at least 4 hours to see everything. The armouries are amazing. Prepare to queue to see the Crown Jewels.
Edgar EAugust 17, 2016Get there early and you'll have your pick of exhibit, including the Crown Jewels.
Everton BuzziOctober 14, 2023Amazing experience worth every penny. History of London inside this walls
Great audio tour. Lots of interesting historical things to see. However can be crowded at peak times.
B LMarch 31, 2015Long queue at the crown jewel exhibit! Go there first if you're early. Lots of stairs to climb.- zimahApril 8, 2012I visit London every two years. Very enjoyable moment sitting on the double decker visiting all the wonderful sites and the architecture is so beautiful. Just can't get enough.
- Otel.comOctober 11, 2011At the north bank of the River Thames is this remarkable UNESCO list of World Heritage Site. Also famous as a haunted place (ghosts of Anne Boleyn and Henry VI have said to haunted its halls).
Benjamin 🚀January 1, 2015Don't miss the Beefeater tours and make sure you leave PLENTY of time to see the Crown Jewels... The line is looooong! 👑
L DNovember 20, 2017Was there in a pavilion just outside the tower for a ball. Very nice however, insulation from doors was not good so we got cold and access to the pavilion was tricky in heels!
Alina GraceJuly 3, 2015I only got to see from the outside and it looked so regal. Will go back to visit the next time I'm in London
Rodney JacobsJanuary 18, 2012This place is bigger than it looks. Like Dr Who's Travis it's bigger from the inside. The old tower in the middle is a must see.
Shirley LiuFebruary 14, 2016Definitely do the beefeater tour (included with admission) and make sure to check out the Crown Jewels.
Russell EnglishAugust 25, 2014Great family day out. Be prepared to queue to see the crown jewels exhibition, definitely worth it though!
Very interesting place to visit. Recommend a day when not many tourists are around.- Donna BrownFebruary 7, 2012From 1235 until 1835, the monarch’s personal zoo was kept at the Tower, and it included many exotic animals given as presents by other monarchs, including polar bears, leopards and elephants.
IdiootOctober 4, 2015This is the number one history site to visit in London. Oh yeah and don't forget your obligatory selfie with the nearby Tower Bridge.
BritannicaAugust 3, 2011Tower of London, a royal fortress and London landmark. It has served historically as a royal palace, a political prison, a place of execution, an arsenal, a royal mint, and a public records office
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"Must see for everyone who visist london. Do the crown jewels before visiting the rest of the tower (long queues up to 30 min waiting time). Guided tours every 30 minutes with an original beafeater!"
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