Tower of London Guide: Crown Jewels, Prices & Booking
2 - 3 h
Historic Fortress & Museum
White Tower begun 1078
Tower of London, London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom
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£37.00
£29.50
09:00 - 17:30
Advance timed-entry booking is strongly recommended, especially during busy periods. Walk-up admission may still be possible, but waiting times can apply.
| Standard | Tower of London | 09:00 - 17:30 |
Last Admission: 16:30. Last Yeoman Warder tour 15:15.
Closed On: Open most days; exact weekly pattern beyond the currently-checked date was not independently confirmed. Ongoing conservation work may reduce access to some rooms/routes. The outdoor Wharf area closes early on gun-salute days (13:00, plus the evening before for rehearsals).
Standard admission includes the Crown Jewels, the White Tower, the Battlements, the Bloody Tower, the Torture at the Tower exhibition, the Fusiliers Museum, the Royal Mint exhibition, and the Yeoman Warder tour — the Crown Jewels are part of the base ticket, not a separate add-on.
| Option | Price | Includes Crown Jewels? | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | £37.00 | Yes | Official site or on-site |
| Senior / student | £29.50 | Yes | Official site or on-site |
| Child (5-15) | £18.50 | Yes | Official site or on-site |
Overview & Visitor Introduction
The Tower of London is a historic fortress on the north bank of the Thames, home to the Crown Jewels, the medieval White Tower, and the Yeoman Warders ('Beefeaters') who still live and work on site.
Standard admission (£37.00 adult) includes the Crown Jewels as part of the base ticket — it is not a separate add-on. Advance booking is recommended but not mandatory; walk-up tickets remain available at the ticket office.
History & Significance
Construction of the White Tower, the fortress's oldest and most recognizable building, began around 1078 under William the Conqueror. Over the following centuries the Tower expanded into the concentric fortress seen today, serving at various times as a royal residence, an armoury, a treasury, and a prison.
The Crown Jewels have been kept at the Tower since the 17th century and include the coronation regalia still used in British coronation ceremonies today.
What to See: Top Highlights
The Crown Jewels
Included in standard admission — no separate ticket needed.
The White Tower
The oldest building on site, housing the Royal Armouries collection.
Yeoman Warder Tour
A free guided tour led by one of the Tower's resident Yeoman Warders, included with admission.
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Compare London PassesIncluded in Go City's Explorer Pass and All-Inclusive Pass, and in Turbopass London's attraction list. Also covered by the Historic Royal Palaces annual membership alongside Kensington Palace and Hampton Court Palace.
Go City London Explorer Pass
Not confirmed by the provider. Confirmed as a headline Explorer-pool attraction on Go City's own page, but exact reservation mechanics (provider-prebooked vs traveler-booked) not independently confirmed.
Go City London All-Inclusive Pass
Included. You must reserve your entry time directly with the official provider.
Turbopass London
Included. Turbopass's own marketing explicitly names 'Tower of London (with Crown Jewels)' as included.
HRP Membership
Included. Unlimited free entry as a benefit of the annual HRP membership, not a single-visit sightseeing pass.
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