Tower Hill

Attraction London, England, United Kingdom

What to expect

Tower Hill is the area surrounding the Tower of London, infamous for public executions of high-status prisoners from the late 14th to the mid 18th century. The hill rises from the north bank of the River Thames and includes land on either side of the London Wall, a large remnant of which is visible. Visitors can explore the Tower of London, a secure fortress, royal palace, and infamous prison, and see the Crown Jewels, meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens, and experience the Ceremony of the Keys. The area also offers various activities, including Yeoman Warder tours, Armoury in Action, and the chance to discover the Crown Jewels

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London with children: experiences and tips

London with children: experiences and tips
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Tower Hill, the oldest part of London, with the foundations of the Roman city. We saw a wall and an information board describing the oldest building. We saw a sundial and learned about London's history

Highlights: We enjoyed learning about the development of the population, great inventions, and the Underground. "We learned more about the history of the city than in the British Museum" ✨