Exclusive Tower of London Tour: Early Access

Experience the Tower of London before the crowds arrive on this exclusive Tower of London Early Access Tour. Enter the fortress before it opens to the public, walk through normally quiet courtyards with an expert historian, and enjoy a private viewing of the Crown Jewels. This rare visit transforms one of London's busiest attractions into a calmer, more reflective experience where the stories of monarchs, prisoners, and political intrigue can finally be appreciated without distraction.

Your Tower of London Early Access Tour begins at 8:00 a.m., 90 minutes before the opening to the public. After a short introduction, we will be met by one of the Yeoman Warders who will open the gates of the Tower for us. On our way to the Jewel House, we will learn about the history of this Royal Palace and prison, including how its role has changed through the centuries. Once we've arrived at the Jewel House, we will be greeted by the Duty Exhibitor and be invited through to the Treasury for a private viewing of the Crown Jewels.

After this, we may be able to visit the cell in which Thomas More was kept for 15 months. This atmospheric cell is accessed only through the Queen's House and is not usually open to the public. The rest of the visit will be designed based on your interests and desires. We may visit the White Tower, the oldest part of the complex, or the Tower Green, site of the execution of the likes of Anne Boleyn and Lady Jane Grey. Execution at the Tower was a privilege reserved for those of high rank or for those who had dangerously strong popular support.

At the end of this tour, we will come away having gained a unique and unparalleled experience at the Tower of London, including visiting sections not otherwise open to the public and having seen the Crown Jewels in absolute peace.

Why choose a Tower of London Early Access Tour?
Most visitors experience the Tower alongside thousands of others. This early access experience offers a fundamentally different perspective.

Before the gates open, you'll walk through normally crowded courtyards in near silence, enjoy a private viewing of the Crown Jewels, and have time to ask questions that are often impossible to explore during a standard visit. With a specialist historian and a Yeoman Warder helping open the fortress, the morning feels less like sightseeing and more like stepping behind the scenes of one of Britain's most important royal sites.

What is a private tour?

Our private tours are limited exclusively to travelers in your party. They are designed to provide a learning experience that is completely tailored to you and your traveling companions. Private tours give you more flexibility with scheduling (you decide when the walk best fits in your trip), the ability to tailor your itinerary (we'll work to match the itinerary to the interests and dynamics of your group), and more personalized time with your guide.