• The Tower of London is one of the world’s oldest and most famous prisons, though its original purpose was not to house criminals.
  • What to see in the Tower of London. ... White Tower: Known as the Tower of London, it is the main building of the castle and first to be built.
  • A seemingly permanent fixture on London's skyline, the question of why and when the Tower of London was built still prevails to this day.
  • • Entrance to The Tower of London • Entrance to St Paul's Cathedral • One-way Thames River Cruise • Services of an Expert Live Guide.
  • The Tower of London and the River Thames. ... Listen to a town crier welcome passersby outside the Tower of London and Tower Hill Pageant.
  • To learn more about what is undoubtedly one of the top places to visit in all of England, be sure to read our list of the top attractions at the Tower of London.
  • Experience the Tower of London’s long and stormy history. Make your own way to the Tower and, once inside, join a tour led by a Yeoman Warder, or Beefeater.
  • The strategic location of the Tower of London, on the banks of the Thames, made it an essential command centre. From Royal residence to prison.
  • History of the Place. The Tower of London was built in 1066 as an example of Norman power, and it acts both as a gateway and fortress to the capital.