VIP Tower of London: After Hours Tour with Beefeater & Ceremony of the Keys

164

1.5 h
Evening

Overview

What's Included

  • Get an exclusive invite to experience the Tower of London after it closes to the general public.
  • See the historic Ceremony of Keys, performed nightly for over 700 years, in front of your eyes.
  • Learn of the original purpose of the Tower of London and how it accidentally became a prison.
  • Hear stories of how the castle was once a zoo.
  • Listen to tales about the Tower's gruesome past and what famous (and royal!) ghosts walk the halls.

Tour Itinerary

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Meeting Point

Total Customer Reviews: 164

Verified Ratings
4.7 /5
based on 62 Devour customer ratings
based on 62 Devour customer ratings
Rating Summary by Category
Guide
4.8/5
Guest Support
4.7/5

Latest Reviews

Great
The tour was very good and informative as it was a small group and a relaxed vibe. This coupled with watching the ceremony of the keys was special. However, the cost I felt was exorbitant and rather took the edge of what was an experience. However, it was the only way to see the ceremony of the keys. Our Yeoman warder told us that the ceremony was booked out until the end of the year so it must be companies block booking the ceremony of the keys and then adding onto it with hugely inflated prices. Having now done it we will not be booking again.
GetYourGude customer · Viajero · Apr 10, 2026
Excellent
Oh my. I do not hav enough adjectives to describe our After Hours Tour yesterday, amazing, one of a kind experience, entertainment, bloodthirsty, heartbreaking, takes if injustice, such history beautifully brought to life by Yeoman Warder Foxy. He certainly knew his stuff and was the perfect Host. The Tower without the masses of people is an error place and adds to the atmosphere. It is a privilege to be in a very small group and soak up the stories in the eerie quiet. If you can do the after hours tour, I would urge you to, you won't be disappointed. And the Ceremony Of The Keys, goose bumpy and, spine tingling, you are witnessing history.
Tripadvisor customer · MissPink5 · Mar 08, 2026
Excellent
My favorite part of London visit IS Tower of London! Gary , the Beefeater, was very informative, friendly, and funny. My husband and I completely loved the whole experience and the special ceremony from the beginning till the end. Learning and seeing where an actual history took place was incredibly amazing (we would love it more if Gary invited us to the Pub for the real ale, lol. Hopefully next time? ). Thanks Gary!
Viator customer · Faith · Oct 26, 2025
Excellent
Great night tour by Gary (Yeoman Warder)! Great perspective of the overall history and key events. We were fortunate to also have some VIPs in attendance, which meant that the Constable (General Messenger) was also in attendance for the Ceremony of the Keys (he gave his perspective on the significance of the Ceremony). Great tour overall! Highly recommended!
Viator customer · Kevin · Oct 23, 2025
Excellent
It was pretty spectacular. Though we brought our 9 yo who was a bit bored, unfortunately. So age is a factor. We would have liked to have seen more of the ceremony given the price tag (there were a lot of people so we were in the back). That said it was a once in a lifetime! Glad we did it!
Viator customer · BethAnn · Oct 22, 2025

Know Before You Book

Is this tour suitable for wheelchairs?
Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with wheelchairs and mobility issues should contact us at [email protected] so we can arrange your visit.
Does this tour include the Crown Jewels?
This tour does not include access to the Crown Jewels or access inside the buildings. This is a tour of the Grounds only and The Ceremony of the Keys.
Is there much walking on this tour?
Yes, this tour does involve walking. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty and comfortable walking shoes are a must!

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