Private Walking Tour of the Tower of London

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Description of the Private Walking Tour of the Tower of London

Visiting the Tower of London is an essential stop on any trip to the British capital. 

On our private tour to the Tower of London, you will have the opportunity to explore in the company of an expert guide this majestic fortress built-in 1066 to delve into its rich history. 

You can arrange with your private guide the meeting point to start a tour full of magic, history, and mystery. In addition, you will not have to wait in line to enter the Tower since the tour includes exclusive entrance tickets. 

It will be a 2-hour guided tour. You will hear the stories of tortures, betrayals, and beheadings from the official guide that occurred in this mysterious monument. 

In addition, you will see up close the priceless jewels of the English crown, such as the diamond known as Koh-i-Noor. You will also visit the site where Anne Boleyn was imprisoned before her execution.

Every minute of this tour is designed to make the most of your visit. Therefore, we will show you some parts of the Tower of London that were used as prisons, torture chambers, and execution areas. 

You will climb the narrow stairs with your guide and enter some of the darkest rooms in history. 

As if that weren’t enough, you will visit the private apartments of King Henry VIII before entering the mysterious Bloody Tower and the room where Sir Walter Raleigh lived for ten years.

Finally, the guide will escort you to the entrance of the Tower to continue your tour of the capital of the United Kingdom.

Highlights of the Private Walking Tour of the Tower of London

The Tower of London is undoubtedly one of the most famous buildings globally. On our private tour, you will get to know this ancient citadel of great historical importance with its 900 years of history. It is also a monument that has served as a royal palace, fortress, and prison. 

You will start your tour by meeting your guide at a central point in London or the Tower’s entrance. From there, a great adventure awaits as we take you to the following places of interest: 

The Bloody Tower.

This is one of the most emblematic points of the Tower of London. It involves a terrible history of blood and betrayal. 

Two little princes were murdered in it by their uncle to prevent them from reaching the throne. Their remains were found many centuries later. 

The Beheading Room 

The Tower of London was used for some of the crown’s most famous executions. One of them was that of Henry VIII’s wife, Anne Boleyn. 

Also, the Countess of Salisbury, Catherine Howard, among other historical figures, was executed there. 

The Crown Jewels 

Since 1303, the English crown jewels were moved from Westminster Abbey to the Tower of London to increase their protection. 

Since then, the Tower of London has housed a priceless collection of scepters, swords, and various jewels, numbering more than 23,000 pieces monarchs have worn throughout history. 

Also, you will be able to know other of the most attractive and unique points of this Tower, such as: 

• The White Tower.
• The crows (the story goes that if the crows of the Tower of London disappear, the reign will fall). 
• The Chapel Royal of St. Peter and Vincula, among many more sites. 

It will be a guided tour full of history and fascinating stories. 

Suppose you want to learn even more about English history. In that case, it’s perfect for checking out the details of our private tour of the British Museum. 

Details:

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  Duration

  2 hours

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  Language

  English, Español or other language under request

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  Pick up point

  Central location in London

This Private Tour includes:

• Private official Tour guide for 2 hours in London
• Completely personalized and private experience
• Tower of London Tickets
• Private Tour
• 24/7 Guardian Angel Service
• Public liability insurance
• Taxes

This Private Tour excludes:

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees

Cancellation Policy

• No Refund, Modification or Cancellation in any case on any type of tickets or entrance fees.
• Modification of tour/service dates and starting times are subject to availability.
• 48 hours prior to first service date: Free Cancellation on guide and private vehicle with chauffeur. Any type of entrance tickets have no refund.
• Less than 48 hours prior to first service date: No Refund. Payment of 100%.