Discover London’s castle – a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison
Discover London’s castle – a secure fortress, royal palace and infamous prison
The Tower of London opens on 19 May. Tickets available now.
Explore London’s iconic castle and World Heritage Site without the usual crowds. Get up close to the Crown Jewels, meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens and see the Tower like never before.
Tower of London opens from 19 May
Wednesday-Sunday: 10:00-18.00.
Last admission: 16:30 (16.00 slot), buildings within the Tower close at 17.30.
Half term hours
Saturday 29 May to Sunday 6 June: 09:00 - 18.00.
Last admission: 16:30 (16.00 slot), buildings within the Tower close at 17.30.
Please check for information on closures and notices.
Tower of London opens from 19 May. Tickets available now.
You can safely explore the history of this famous fortress, palace and prison. Your ticket includes the Crown Jewels, the White Tower, Battlements, Medieval Palace, Bloody Tower, Torture at the Tower exhibition, Fusiliers Museum and Royal Mint exhibition.
Peak ticket prices (excl donation):
29 May - 6 June
Discover what it takes to become a fully-fledged knight this May half term 2021 in Knight School: The Show at the Tower of London.
See the Crown Jewels, the ravens, Bloody Tower, Medieval Palace, battlements, the public outside areas of the Tower of London and magnificent armour displays in the White Tower, including Line of Kings. All other buildings remain closed. Meet our Yeoman Warders positioned along the one-way route and hear their captivating stories about the history of the Tower.
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With a £100 million shortfall in our finances, and as a charity, we have never needed your support more. If you love the palaces and believe in what we do, please consider supporting us or by visiting our online shop.
Shop our unique collection of Tower of London related gifts.
Anne Bolyen, married to Henry VIII, was born about 1500 and was executed on 19 May 1536.
The first prisoner of the Tower, Ranulf Flambard, Bishop of Durham was also the Tower's first escapee. In 1101 he climbed through one of the White Tower's windows using a rope smuggled to him in a gallon of wine.
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Help us to conserve these historic buildings, ensuring they are here for future generations to enjoy. We raise all our own funds and depend on your support.
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