Your Tower of London admission ticket includes the Crown Jewels, the ravens, the public outside areas of the Tower of London, Tower Green, White Tower, including Line of Kings, and Armoury in Action, Bloody Tower, Medieval Palace, Battlements (excluding Martin Tower), Torture at the Tower exhibition and Fusiliers
Do you pay extra to see the Crown Jewels?
Access to see the Crown Jewels is included with a ticket to the Tower of London. You can also purchase a tourist pass and use that to enter without waiting in line for tickets. In particular, the London Pass and the Explorer Pass offer a cost-effective way to visit the Crown Jewels and skip the queue.
How can I get in the Tower of London for free?
There is an admission charge and often a long queue to visit the Tower. But you can see parts of it for free at night by getting tickets in advance to the ancient Ceremony of the Keys. You can visit the Tower of London on the city walk, bridges walk and self guided bus tour.
Do I need to buy tickets ahead of time for Tower of London?
You definitely need a ticket for the Tower of London. You can either book your tickets online in advance of your visit (recommended), or you can buy tickets from the ticket office which is near the main entrance. We highly recommend booking tickets in advance.
Is it worth going into Tower of London?
Visiting the Tower of London is one of the most important things on the list of many London tourists. Not only is it a fortress in the middle of London with some pretty amazing views, but it’s also home to the Crown Jewels and thousands of years of history (including some pretty gnarly medieval torture!)
Why can you not photograph the Crown Jewels?
Then there’s the question of security. The Tower of London, for example, prohibits tourists from photographing the Crown Jewels. Allowing cameras near the priceless jewels could attract thieves or terrorists looking to locate and capture visuals of any weaknesses in the alarm system.
Can you photograph the Crown Jewels?
The Tower of London
Arguably the most prized feature is the Jewel House, which has housed the exquisite Crown Jewels since 1661. Sadly, you can’t take photos of the Crown Jewels for security reasons.
Whats included in Tower of London tour?
Your Tower of London admission ticket includes the Crown Jewels, the ravens, the public outside areas of the Tower of London, Tower Green, White Tower, including Line of Kings, and Armoury in Action, Bloody Tower, Medieval Palace, Battlements (excluding Martin Tower), Torture at the Tower exhibition and Fusiliers
What is the best day to visit the Tower of London?
To avoid crowds, plan your visit to fall on a weekday since weekends are extremely busy. Better yet, visit the Tower the first thing in the morning because even on weekdays, the afternoon hours get pretty busy with school trips.
Is there a dress code for Tower of London?
There is no dress code, but a lot of our guests come in smart casual clothing. Guests are welcome to dress as they wish.
Can you walk around Tower of London for free?
Tickets and prices
Tower of London only ticket prices (excl donation): Members: Free. Adult: £29.90. Child: £14.90.
Can you take backpacks into the Tower of London?
You can bring a backpack to the Tower of London and are always required to keep it with you. There are no luggage facilities for larger bags and all bags and rucksacks will be subject to a security check before you enter the Tower of London.
How long should you allow to visit Tower of London?
Please note that individual buildings within the Tower will close 30 minutes before the close of the Tower. We recommend at least 2-3 hours for your visit.
Can you take your own food into the Tower of London?
To help protect our palace, food and drink is not allowed within the confines of any of the buildings except in designated areas.
What is the difference between Tower of London and Tower Bridge?
The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London, which is why it gets called ‘Tower Bridge. ‘ The Tower Bridge is 240 meters (800 feet) long and has two towers, each 65 meters (213 feet) high, built on piers. Over the years, Tower Bridge has become an iconic symbol of London.
Is the White Tower the same as the Tower of London?
The White Tower is the oldest part of the Tower of London, built in 1066. It is also one of the oldest buildings in London. It was built by William, Duke of Normandy shortly after he invaded England and defeated the English king, Harold.
Can the Queen sell her Crown Jewels?
But it is not the private property of the monarch – it cannot be sold by the monarch, nor do revenues from it belong to the monarch. The Government also does not own The Crown Estate.
Who legally owns the Crown Jewels?
They are part of the Royal Collection, held in trust by the monarch for the nation. Since the 1600s the ‘Crown Jewels’ have been protected at the Tower of London.
What is the most valuable item in the Crown Jewels?
The Cullinan I alone is worth an estimated $400 million. Considering the value of the gemstones, the sceptre is likely worth several million dollars more.
What happens to the Queens jewels when she dies?
Following Queen Elizabeth II’s death at the age of 96, the monarch’s priceless jewels will likely be given to members of the royal family, including Queen Consort Camilla and Kate Middleton.
Will Charles wear the same crown as the Queen?
When the Archbishop of Canterbury crowns King Charles III, he will place St. Edward’s Crown on the monarch’s head. This will be the first and only time that Charles will wear this particular crown.