Tower of London After Hours with Beefeater & Keys Ceremony

This after-hours walking tour explores the Tower of London’s exterior grounds in the evening, ideal for history enthusiasts and small groups up to 20.

Highlights

• Explore the Tower of London’s outdoor grounds after hours
• Guaranteed access to the Ceremony of the Keys
• Guided by a real Yeoman Warder (Beefeater)
• Learn how the royal palace became a notorious prison
• Hear stories about some of the castle’s most famous ghosts

Description

Discover the Tower of London in a unique way with this exclusive after-hours tour. Step inside the walls of this historic castle as your Yeoman Warder guide shares stories about its past, from royal palace to infamous prison.

As night falls and daytime crowds depart, experience the Tower grounds in near silence. Your guide will reveal tales of the lions and elephants that once lived here and explain why the Crown Jewels are kept at the Tower.

Pause outside the White Tower to learn about its history and armory collection. Traitor’s Gate takes on new meaning as your guide explains its use in transporting prisoners to the Execution Block. The Yeoman Warder who leads your tour represents hundreds of years of Tower history and tradition.

The tour concludes with viewing the Ceremony of the Keys, the world’s oldest military ceremony, performed every night for over 700 years. Watch as keys are passed to the Chief Warder in a solemn ritual.

Note: This tour includes access only to the exterior grounds and the Ceremony of the Keys. It does not include entry to the Crown Jewels or inside buildings. The grounds tour is limited to your private group of 20. Other groups may join the Ceremony of the Keys ticket holders.

Includes

• Exclusive out-of-hours entry to the Tower of London exterior grounds
• Guaranteed access to the Ceremony of the Keys
• Local English-speaking Yeoman Warder guide
• Expertly guided walking tour
• Small group size (maximum 20 guests)

Excludes

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Gratuities

Important Information

• Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers
• Full names of all participants must be provided at booking for security purposes
• The tour does not include entry to the Crown Jewels or interior buildings; it covers only the grounds and the Ceremony of the Keys
• Other public groups join for the Ceremony of the Keys; your private access is the grounds tour with the Yeoman Warder
• Sites on this tour may close occasionally; if changes occur, you will be notified in advance when possible
• The tour is conducted in English
• This is a walking tour requiring guests to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your place. Wear comfortable walking shoes and arrive 15 minutes before the start time for check-in.