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Pre-Opening Tower of London Entry with Exclusive Beefeater Ceremony
Watch the Yeoman Warders unlock the gates, then get first-of-the-day access to the Crown Jewels
When the Tower of London opens its gates, a select few guests are already inside with the Beefeaters. Want to be one of them? Join this exclusive early access tour for the Ceremonial Opening, where Yeoman Warders in full uniform march through the courtyard and unlock the fortress with military precision. You’ll also be among the first to enter the Jewel House and see the Crown Jewels. Plus, receive a map and audio guide app to explore at your own pace. Spots are limited, lock in yours today!
What's included
An invite to a ceremony few visitors see
Expert English-speaking tour leader
Pre-opening access to the Tower of London
Beefeater Opening Ceremony
First-of-the-day viewing of the Crown Jewels
Tour of the Tower of London external grounds
Map & audio guide app for the Tower of London
See Traitors' Gate, Bloody Tower, Tower Green, and more
Guided tour of Tower of London
Itinerary
Your tour begins outside the Tower of London
Meet your tour leader just outside the Tower of London Gift Shop. Aim to arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and a welcome briefing, so your early access guided tour can get underway on time.
Walk the external medieval grounds
Follow your tour leader on a guided walking tour around the outer walls of the Tower of London. Pass Traitors' Gate and the Thames-facing ramparts while hearing stories of medieval prisoners, ravens, and royal intrigue.
Head inside the Tower of London before it opens to the public
Before going inside, your tour leader hands off a Tower of London map and audio guide link and says farewell. A Yeoman Warder then leads your group through a side entrance and into the empty fortress for a ceremony briefing.
Witness the Beefeater opening ceremony
Few travelers ever witness this: the Yeoman Warders march down in full regalia and unlock the Tower of London with theatrical flair. You'll stand steps away from a living royal ritual that few visitors get to see.
See the Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive
After the ceremony, we recommend heading straight to the Jewel House for first-of-the-day access to the Crown Jewels. Marvel at the Imperial State Crown and Sovereign's Sceptre before the queues form.
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Mon, 25 May 2026
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