Tower of London, London > Reviews

Advantages: just go and see it by yourself
Disadvantages: expensive

...to pay. And in each tower or main place you will find new leaflets with detailed explanations. You can join the Yeoman (or Beefeaters) in their guided (and free) tours. They wear the traditional uniforms and will explain all the “secrets” as you move around the towers. The meeting point is marked with a big panel with the timetables (every ½ hour and last for about 60 minutes) near the entrance. They are very funny and there is a couple ... Read review

Advantages: Full of History, great tours, Crown Jewels
Disadvantages: None

...we work quite near the Tower of London and both hadn't been here since we were kids we decided to make it our first port of call. The Tower of London is situated right on the River Thames in the borough district of Tower Hamlets with the closest tube station being Tower Hill on the Circle and District Line. It was built by William the Conqueror in 1078 originally intended as a Royal Palace. It was then used as a prison with a great number of very ... Read review

Advantages: Very historic, and plenty to see and learn
Disadvantages: Lots of walking!!

The Tower of London is one of the most extraordinary and wonderful places to visit in London. Okay, so it's not all that cheap to get in (read futher on for prices), and there's a lot of walking to be done, but it's well worth the visit, and a very interesting day out. You'll need all day to visit this place as it is a very big place! There's the famous Yeoman of the Guards here, all dressed in their famous red, black and gold costumes to help and ... Read review

Advantages: Very interesting , lots to see
Disadvantages: Gets very busy

The Tower is one of London most popular and busiest attractions. It has been since I was a child and can remember my first visit 40 years ago. It almost seems one of those rights of passage that many years later I have returned with my own children. The Tower has changed little in its fabric and structure but the attractions within have become more numerous and the quality and style of the exhibitions is hugely improved on what I recall from my childhood. An ... Read review

Advantages: So much History
Disadvantages: Most of it's not accessable to the disabled.

...London we have to use Tower Hill tube station, and my girl's aged 5+9 are always begging me to take them to the castle, but I'd always put it off as I have another child in a wheelchair and it's not accessable for him. However, the local train company was doing a special offer where a child could get in free with a paying adult, and I took the plunge and off we (me and the girls) went took look round what they called the fairytale castle. We ... Read review

Advantages: Interesting
Disadvantages: Expensive and long queues

The Tower of London is a fascinating, educational place to go. It has played an important part in British history, from a group of rebels besieging it during the Peasants revolt to the arrest of Sir Walter Raleigh. It's a traditional British tourist resort with family activities and events. I really enjoyed it, it told every story of every event in the history of Britain. Plus when I went they had a Punch and Judy show on which really entertained ... Read review

Advantages: See op
Disadvantages: See op

In summer the Tower of London can be on of the most crowded spots in London,so get there early to avoid the queues inside and to save waiting in line outside.You can buy your tickets in advance from any underground station. The Tower is chiefly famous for two reasons ~ it has a long history and it is the repository of the British Crown Jewels.In fact only seven famous heads have been parted from their bodies in the castle confines. Although over ... Read review

Advantages: Easy to acces, short waiting times,central.
Disadvantages: Can get rather busy in high season.Not suitable for the dissabled!

The Tower of London is a darn good attraction, full of history and puzzlement. Of all of the attractions that I have ever visited, the Tower has undoubtably intrigued me the most. Its air of wonderment leaves on wanting to know far more than the Guides will ever tell you. I enjoyed my trip so much -as did the kids- that we are keen to return. There was lots for all the family to do and the trip was fully interactive. Due to the sheer number of ... Read review

Advantages: Good photo opportunities
Disadvantages: A little awkward to get to

...features in many olf lithogrphs. The Tower is expensive so take your time to see everything inside and out and, don't forget to see the ravens and discover their importance to the Tower and the country. Before you leave a short walk will take you along the river so that you can, at least, take home a photgraph of Tower Bridge. Do take some food with you because there is not much on offer close by. NOT ALL IS SUITABLE FOR THE DISABLED. ... Read review

Advantages: great place to see
Disadvantages: a bit expensive

well, this is one worth while place to see if you're planning to visit london. do arrive there early, round midnoon would be great. the entrance fees was a big expensive to me, but i would say it is quite worth the while if you're into history and jewellery. because you can see a lot of things in there that you can't see anywhere else in this world. well, maybe at madame tussaud. hahah. however, i would still recommend you to give this place a visit. ... Read review

Advantages: Lots to see, lots to discover
Disadvantages: Very expensive, quite crowded

...history is covered in the Tower of London, and is definitely worth a visit. The Tower orignally started by William the Conqueror, although he didn't live to see it finished, has been added to by various Kings over the years and bits taken away. Recommended is the trip to see the Crown Jewels (get there early!!) and the Medieval Palace to see lots of information about Edward I. You must see the Tower 2000 exhibition to see 14 portraits of the Tower ... Read review

Advantages: Impressive! Interesting tour too
Disadvantages: Very busy at weekends. A tad expensive at just under £10

The Tower of London, situated on the Thames is a large and impressive fortress that has a great deal of history behind it. I would recommend it to anyone. The crown jewels are here, and they're very impressive! I went there on a weekend. It was very busy. I took the guided tour option (included in the price) and was guided by a yeomen warden in traditional dress. The tour was very interesting. The guide made it humorous and gruesome at times. To think ... Read review