Legends and Lore Tour of the Tower of London

Free CancellationGuided Tour

Travel the River Thames by boat then dive into British history at London's famous fortress

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3h


Max 20 Guests


A group of tourists walking into the Tower of London with Tower Bridge in the background behind their guide from The Tour Guy.
An image of a Thames River Boat on the Thames with the London Eye in the background.
A group of tourists inside the London Tower with their guide from The Tour Guy.
A man taking a picture of a woman while inside the London Tower.

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The Tower of London’s maze-like layout and endless crowds can leave you lost, missing key sights and powerful stories. Our guides ensure you won’t miss a thing. Begin with a Thames boat ride to the Tower, then follow your expert guide through its historic walls to see the dazzling Crown Jewels. From chilling tales of betrayal to towers where history’s most infamous figures met their end, this tour unlocks the secrets of London’s iconic fortress.

You'll meet your knowledgeable London guide near Parliament Square, and along with your small group, you'll board a local Thames Clipper for a ride along the river to the Tower of London. Along the way, you'll see Tower Bridge, the Shard, and many other iconic sights that make up the London skyline.

Once you reach the Tower of London, your guide will show you around this historic castle and share stories of the famous prisoners held or executed here, including Anne Boleyn, Guy Fawkes, a...

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!

Expert English-speaking guide

Tower of London tickets

Crown Jewels

Thames River cruise

Traitor's Gate, Bloody Tower, and more!

Max 20 pax

Wheelchair accessible

Guide gratuity

Meals

Meeting point at Parliament Square

Easily accessible by public transport and nestled near the Thames River, Parliament Square provides the ideal starting point for your tour.

Meet your guide

Amidst a backdrop of iconic statues and politically significant buildings, meet your guide who will lead you on a captivating three-hour tour.

Thames river cruise

Enjoy a relaxing journey down the Thames, and tune in as your guide points out the London Bridge, Tower Bridge, and the awe-inspiring Shard.

Tower of London

Dock beneath the Tower of London’s mighty walls, a structure that has stood as a royal palace, fortress, and infamous prison since 1066.

Traitor's Gate

Ponder the Tower’s waterside entrance, the same high-profile prisoners once entered, including Queen Anne Boleyn, many of whom never left.

For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change

You'll meet your guide at the Abraham Lincoln statue across from Parliament Square. Our friendly representative will be there holding a "The Tour Guy" sign.

A bottle of water and some comfortable shoes, since you'll be on your feet once you reach the Tower of London.

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Our tour guide was amazing!!

Dorothy Mora

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March 14, 2025

So many fun stories and he was super knowledgeable about everything. Any question we had, he would answer in full and based on where the group was from, he wove in relevant stories. You can tell that he’s very interested in history and is a good storyteller. We can’t wait to use this tour group again!

We really enjoyed this one!

Jennifer Jean

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March 13, 2025

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and held our attention. We enjoyed the boat ride and all of the details he shared with us along the way to and at the Tower! Highly recommend.

Legends and Lore Tour of the Tower of London

Katy Dartford

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March 03, 2025

very nice day thanks

Nancy Ward

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March 03, 2025

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Stacy Bissell

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February 26, 2025

Our Tower of London tour was certainly a highlight of our week in London. Adrian, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable about London and its history. He answered all our questions about history, customs, architecture, and more -- with confidence and humor. We arrived a little late to the meeting place (we felt terrible!), but Adrian was kind and patient; he did not let our mistake negatively influence the tour. This was our third "The Tour Guy" tour (others were in Venice and in Florence in 2022), and all these tours have been worth every penny: they make travelers' limited time at museums and places of interest meaningful and trips memorable. We will certainly take more of your enriching tours when we travel. Thank you, Adrian, for making our Tower of London trip fun, easy, and informative.

ROBERT FOSTER

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February 22, 2025

Exactly as Advertised ☺️

Richard Heath

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February 15, 2025

Tour guide Jeremy made the best of a local march that made it difficult to navigate to the Thames. He was engaging and gave us plenty of perfect clean humor in between all of his knowledge of the sights. Thank you Tour Guy…

Shueh Min

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January 27, 2025

BRADLEY DRUTMAN

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January 08, 2025

Megan Larson

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January 04, 2025

Amazing Experience

Tralisa Ulloa

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January 02, 2025

Our tour guide Ariana’s knowledge was exceptional and she was so kind and considerate and was so pleasant to tour with. We made beautiful memories and would definitely love to tour with her again in the future.

WILLIAM Perry

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December 30, 2024

Awesome experience

Lin xie

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December 30, 2024

Our guide is very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the whole experience. We will definitely look to book with TheTourGuy in future

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David Sacks

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December 29, 2024

Great guide

Mark Groussman

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December 27, 2024

Marianne Paparone

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December 15, 2024

Flavia Costa

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December 09, 2024

Charles Davis

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December 01, 2024

Very enjoyable

Joseph Wagner

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November 24, 2024

Arianna was very knowledgeable and kept the entire tour engaging. We had our two kids with us and they loved it too. Great tour!

Jennifer Macy

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November 23, 2024

Very good tour with a lot of history explained by our excellent tour guide!

Janelle Sherrill

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November 14, 2024

Fabulous tour

Catherine Campbell

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November 07, 2024

Our tour guide Alison was absolutely wonderful - very knowledgeable and lots of fun. I had no idea that the Tower was so large and the Royal Palaces inside the Tower dated from William the Conqueror. Of course, the Crown Jewels are fabulous. I’m a senior and use a cane but had no trouble navigating the Tower. I would highly recommend this tour.

A 5 Star Experience

Andrea Bugen

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October 29, 2024

The Tower of London tour exceeded my expectations. It’s a must-visit for anyone interested in British history or simply looking to immerse themselves in a truly iconic landmark. I left with a deeper appreciation for England's royal heritage and many wonderful memories!

Excellent!!!

Karen Hauck

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October 22, 2024

I wish I could give this more than five stars! Our guide Nicholas was so engaging! As we walked around town he had interesting facts about all the local spots but when we arrived at the Tower, the fun really started! This included not only the informative guided walking tour but also a canal ride. Definitely worth the price!!

5 Star Tour!

Beth Morgan

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October 21, 2024

So very happy we chose to do this Tour with you! Our guide was excellent! Highly recommend it to others.