See the famous world of the Crown Jewels on this exclusive, limited-availability tour of the Tower of London. This is a private, few-hour tour that lets you skip the crowds and queues – a truly once-in-a-lifetime chance to see one of the most famous symbols of the British monarchy. Housed in the Tower of London since the 14th century, the priceless and treasured Crown Jewels enchant millions of visitors every day, which means long queues in the summer months.
Your exclusive, private tour led by a Yeoman (Beefeater) caretaker kicks off before the Tower of London opens to the general public, allowing you to escape the crowds! The conveyor belt used to transport visitors to the jewels will be turned off, so you can examine royal ceremonial items at your own leisure. After half an hour spent at the Jewel House you will be served a light light breakfast, and then you are free to enjoy the rest of the Tower of London at your leisure.
Highlights
- Exclusive access outside opening hours
- Viator Exclusive
- Breakfast included
- The private tour operates exclusively with your group and a guide/driver
- Editor's Choice
Your tour begins with an introduction to the Tower of London by a Yeoman Warden who will guide you to the Tower's infamous sites which include Traitors Gate and the Execution Site. Don't forget to ask questions and bring your camera!
You will then enter Jewel House and you will have approximately half an hour to view the magnificent Crown Jewels. Jewel House keepers will be on hand to share their knowledge of the wealth of the treasury, which includes the Imperial Crown with its 2.868 diamonds, 273 pearls, 17 sapphires, 11 emeralds and 5 rubies, as well as the crests or seals of all the monarchs of Great Britain from William the Conqueror to the current Queen.
After an unforgettable experience, you will then move into the New Armories Suite to enjoy a light breakfast consisting of hot and cold drinks, pastries, muffins and fresh fruit.
Group sizes for this private Crown Jewels tour are strictly limited to 30 people allowing you to have a personal, unique and memorable time at the Tower of London!
Not traveling to London for the next few days? It's OK, we plan to offer you other dates for this private tour of the Crown Jewels. Please check if new dates have been added!
