Is Tower of London free to enter?

Tickets and prices Tower of London only ticket prices (excl donation): Members: Free. Adult: £33.60. Child age 5-15: £16.80.

Can I visit the Tower of London for free?

There is an admission charge and often a long queue to visit the Tower. But you can see parts of it for free at night by getting tickets in advance to the ancient Ceremony of the Keys. You can visit the Tower of London on the city walk, bridges walk and self guided bus tour.

Do you need to pay to see the Tower of London?

Tower of London only ticket prices from (excluding donation): Members: Free. Adult: £33.60. Child age 5-15: £16.80.

Can you just turn up to Tower of London?

The Tower of London has lots of ticket offices on-site, so you usually don't have to wait in line to buy your tickets on the day. However, you should expect to queue for quite a while in order to see the Crown Jewels, and there'll be a queue regardless of whether you purchase tickets in advance or not.

Is 2 hours enough for Tower of London?

We recommend at least 2-3 hours for your visit. The Tower can be reached by many forms of public transport. Up to date public transport information can be obtained from www.tfl.gov.uk which also has a useful journey planner.

Why You SHOULD Visit The Tower Of London

How long is the wait for Tower of London?

Therefore, to enter the Tower of London, you can expect long waiting queues. On average, you may end up spending at least 15-30 minutes waiting in line before you get to the entrance. A way to ensure not waiting for long is to get there while the crowds are relatively small.

Is it free to see the Crown Jewels?

Access to see the Crown Jewels is included with a ticket to the Tower of London. You can also purchase a tourist pass and use that to enter without waiting in line for tickets. In particular, the London Pass and the Explorer Pass offer a cost-effective way to visit the Crown Jewels and skip the queue.

Is Westminster Abbey free?

Is it free to visit Westminster Abbey? Westminster Abbey is a working church and there is never a charge to enter for worship. The services, including Evensong, which is popular with tourists, are also free to attend. Tourist entry prices are: Adults £27, Children £12, Members of the Abbey – free.

What is the most expensive tower in London?

A London skyscraper is set to become the UK's most expensive office when it is put up for sale towards the end of the year with a £1.8bn price tag. The 37-storey 100 Bishopsgate has sat alongside the likes of the Cheesegrater and Gherkin buildings in the City of London's square mile since its completion in 2019.

Can you take photos in the Tower of London?

Visitors are welcome to take photographs within most areas of the Tower of London. Historic Royal Palaces has a photography policy that applies to media / commercial photography.

Is Tower Bridge free to walk?

It measures 244m (801 feet) long and 65m (264 feet) high and provides a roadway across the Thames for over 40,000 people both on foot and on wheels. It's free to walk across the bridge and to witness its opening and closing, but you will need to buy a ticket for the Tower Bridge Exhibition.

Is it free to visit Tower Bridge?

Visiting The Tower Bridge

Pedestrians can walk across the Tower Bridge for free (except when there is a bridge lift to allow larger boats on the River Thames to go by). If you want to access the glass walkways or steam engine room, you will need to purchase a ticket for the Tower Bridge Exhibition beforehand.

Can I get married in the Tower of London?

The tower is also fully licensed for ceremonies, meaning you can legally marry surrounded by the thousand-year-old fortress.

Is the Museum of London free?

General admission to Museum of London Docklands is free and you do not need a ticket in advance, just turn up and we will be happy to welcome you. Entry to our Fashion City exhibition (13 October 2023 – 14 April 2024) is paid and booking online in advance is recommended to guarantee entry and for best prices.

Who owns the Tower of London?

The Tower of London is owned by The Crown Estate, which belongs to His Majesty The King in 'the right of the Crown' by virtue of being the reigning monarch. It is not the private property of the crown, and therefore cannot be sold.

Is it free to enter Westminster Cathedral?

The Cathedral is free to enter and is open every day. We encourage you to join us for the celebration of Mass, or simply come in and light a candle and experience the peace and beauty of this very special church.

Can you go inside Big Ben?

Visitors must be aged 11 and over and be comfortable climbing 334 steps and experiencing high noise levels from the clock mechanism and bells - earplugs will be provided. The total tour duration is 90 minutes and toilet facilities are available at the beginning and end of the tour only.

Is it free to enter St Paul's Cathedral?

There is free entry to the Cathedral floor throughout the day until last admission at 3.30pm, and £10 entry to climb the Dome Galleries, which can be booked in advance, or on the day subject to availability.

Can you take pictures of the Crown Jewels?

Ticket and exhibition information. Please be aware that photography in the Jewel House is not allowed.

Where is the Kohinoor diamond in London?

The Koh-i-noor diamond is a “symbol of conquest” that was acquired by Britain after its child owner was “compelled” to hand it over, a prominent new display at the Tower of London acknowledges, after visitors called for more “honest, transparent” information about the history of the crown jewels.

Can we see Kohinoor?

It was transferred to the Crown of Queen Mary in 1911, and finally to the Crown of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother in 1937 for her coronation. Today, the diamond is on public display in the Jewel House at the Tower of London.

What is the best day to visit the Tower of London?

Coming to the best time to visit the Tower of London, try visiting early in the morning on weekdays. Fewer tourists are around in the morning, allowing you to enter the Tower quickly and explore its various sections. Weekends are not recommended because tourists arrive in London from nearby cities, making it crowded.

Can you bring bags into the Tower of London?

The Tower of London is an historic site with uneven, worn and sometimes slippery surfaces. Please take care when walking and wear appropriate footwear. Please note there are no left luggage facilities and large bags are not permitted in the Tower.

Can you take food into Tower of London?

Inside the buildings

To help protect our palace, food and drink is not allowed within the confines of any of the buildings except in designated areas.