Combo: Tower of London Guided Tour + Thames River Cruise

Your Experience

Your experience

Experience London’s royal history with a guided tour of the Tower of London, a Thames River cruise, and the Changing the Guards—all in one morning.

Getting started

Begin at the Tower of London ticket office, where your guide will greet you and assist with ticket validation. After a brief introduction, proceed through security and set off with your group to explore the first landmark of the day.

What to expect

Tower of London

The Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has stood for nearly 1,000 years as a royal fortress, prison, and treasury. This tour offers early access, allowing you to explore its storied grounds before the crowds and discover the Crown Jewels up close.

Features:

• Tower of London: Explore the historic fortress, once a royal residence and infamous prison, and learn about its pivotal role in British history.

• Crown Jewels: View the priceless Crown Jewels, a dazzling collection of regalia still used in royal ceremonies today.

• Skip-the-line entry: Enjoy early-morning access to the Tower, allowing you to see the Crown Jewels before the first visitors even arrive.

Extras

• Opening Ceremony: Upgrade your tickets and witness the Opening Ceremony, one of the oldest military ceremonies in the world.

Thames River Cruise

Board a boat for a scenic ride along the Thames, with your guide highlighting major London landmarks visible from the water.

Features:

• Commentary: Enjoy expert insights about the sights you see on your cruise from your English-speaking guide.

• London attractions: See iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, among others, from the Thames.

Changing the Guards Ceremony

See a centuries-old tradition that involves the new guard taking over the protection of the palace from the old guard.

Features:

• Changing the Guards: Witness the precision and tradition of the Changing the Foot Guards or Horse Guards (subject to schedule), a celebrated British ceremony.

• Buckingham Palace (exterior): Conclude your experience outside Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the monarch.

• Westminster Walking Tour: If the Changing the Guard ceremony is cancelled, enjoy a guided walk through Westminster, passing iconic sites such as the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and St James’s Park.

This tour combines expert commentary, seamless logistics, and access to some of London’s most significant royal sites.