Overview
Begun in 1066 by William the Conqueror, this thousand-year-old fortress has served as royal palace, prison, treasury, and execution site. Many royals — including Henry VIII's second queen Anne Boleyn — were executed here, and 'Tower of London ghosts' are the stuff of legend. The Crown Jewels collection, kept here since 1303, contains 23,578 gemstones including the 530.2-carat, 4kg Cullinan I diamond — utterly dazzling. The free guided tours by the red-uniformed Beefeaters (Yeoman Warders) are a highlight, and six resident ravens are always kept because legend says Britain will fall if they ever leave. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission about GBP 33.60. 5-minute walk from Tower Hill tube or Tower Bridge.
Opening Hours
09:00-17:30 (until 16:30 November-February; Sun-Mon opens at 10:00)
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The free Beefeater guided tours leave every 30 minutes and are wonderfully entertaining. To see the Crown Jewels without queuing, arrive right at opening.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to London, United Kingdom from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for United Kingdom on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near Tower of London
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Things to Do in London
Thames River Cruise
Boat tour along the Thames from Westminster to Greenwich passing Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and Canary Wharf. About GBP 15-25
West End Musical
Catch a West End show like The Lion King, Wicked, or Les Misérables. About GBP 30-150
Harry Potter Studio Tour
Visit the Harry Potter film sets and props at Warner Bros. Studio Leavesden. Admission plus return shuttle about GBP 100-120