Royal Armouries

Historical landmark · Tower Hill

Royal Armouries

Historical landmark · Tower Hill
HM Tower Of London, London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom

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Highlights

Royal Armouries collections including Line of Kings exhibition  

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HM Tower Of London, London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom Get directions

hrp.org.uk

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HM Tower Of London, London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 20 3166 6660
hrp.org.uk

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wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible parking lot

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Aug 8, 2025

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Sanjay Gupta

Google
The White Tower showcases the historic and world-class Royal Armouries collections, including the 350-year-old exhibition, Line of Kings, as well as other treasures. There are many unique and extraordinary arms and armors on display, Historic armors were displayed on life-like wooden figures, including those of Henry VIII, Charles I ,and later James II, in a parade of beautifully carved horses. There are many other rare and superbly crafted pieces made for noblemen as well as common soldiers. The Royal Armouries have always featured extraordinary curiosities - discover the armours of the 'Giant', the 'Dwarf', and the gift from the 'Great Mogul'. The White Tower was built to intimidate the unruly citizens of London, as well as to serve as a warning sign to potential invaders. The Tower now hosts the collection of the Royal Armouries, and the over-300 years old Line of Kings exhibition, which includes the armour of the Kings of England, and their horses The White Tower is at the Tower of London, located within the walled City, once the Palace of Kings and Queens. No matter which angle you look at the White Tower, its history is unbelievably impressive, too.

Seokjin Ham

Google
It is an important exhibition space showcasing the history of British royal weaponry and armor. Its origins date back to the 16th century, when weapons and armor were primarily used as symbols of the monarch's authority and military power. The White Tower itself, built in 1078 by William the Conqueror, is a Norman-style fortress that has played a significant role in British military history. The Line of Kings, first displayed in the 17th century, features an impressive array of royal suits of armor and horse-mounted displays arranged in a striking formation. Visitors can engage with interactive exhibits, where they can touch replicas of weapons and armor or explore the collection through related video games, providing an immersive historical experience.

Adam Zbyryt

Google
Definitely the best part of the Tower of London attraction. I would go there first.

T.H. Gartshore

Google
@ct_photography_leeds (Instagram) I had a great time here whilst visiting the tower of London. It's somewhere where I always wanted to visit. It's full of history from over the many years All the staff were nearby to help answer any questions you may have. Well worth the look in. It's a lot better than the one in Leeds where I live. Overall I'll give it a 5*

Marcus Hurley

Google
After walking round the grounds we went into the White Tower, the original Norman keep, to see the arms and armour display. This had changed hugely since our last visit many years ago and we spent well over an hour working our way through each floor. The exhibitions were excellent with a good mix of display and interactive areas and everything was well explained and labelled.

Darpan Jain

Google
One of the most decorated parts of tower of London. It is an artillery museum keeping on display old armour and weapons. What makes this place beautiful and worth your time is it's architecture. It an old old but well preserved and quaint. You would love sitting here and imagine how beautiful it would have been in its time.

Thomas

Google
The castle was very small, but very crowded. It didn't really have any historic things relating to the castle, it had random things even things from the present like a p90. It's like they just throw things in.

JR Suarez

Google
The White Tower was built by William the Conqueror and it was the strongest point militarily of the castle but it also provided accommodation for the king and his court. Before you reach the main entrance you can see a door showing the place where the skeletons of two young guys were found. They are believed to belong to the two princes murdered by Richard III although is not clear. Inside you can see one of the best Norman chapels in the country. You can see also the chair used for the last execution in the Tower and other interesting exhibits.