London: Tower of London & British Museum VIP 2-Day Private Tour

After the crowds leave: London's three greatest museums in 48 hours, on your own terms

You get private after-hours access to three of London's most visited museums, a 5-star guide for two days, helicopter and yacht rides, shopping with a personal stylist, and five meals at Michelin-starred restaurants plus theater tickets. Transport in a classic car with a private driver handles all movement between stops. The tight timing around exclusive museum access means you'll need to arrive on schedule, but that's what keeps the crowds out.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore British Museum and Tower of London

• Private morning tour at British Museum
• Private transportation in classic British car
• Helicopter ride over London
• Private yacht charter on the Thames
• Evening visit to Tower of London

Day 2 — Natural History Museum and luxury shopping

• Visit Natural History Museum with expert guide
• Luxury shopping with personal shopper
• Personalized perfume consultation
• VIP lounge access at prestigious venue
• Enjoy premium seats at cultural performance

The Experience

Most visitors queue for hours to see the Crown Jewels and the Rosetta Stone alongside thousands of others. This tour does the opposite — you enter the British Museum, Tower of London, and Natural History Museum when they're closed to the public, with a 5-star private guide and a group of no more than two people. The first morning you're alone in the galleries of the British Museum exploring ancient civilizations. That evening, the Tower of London is yours, and a guide walks you through the Crown Jewels and the fortress's darker history without anyone else around.

Day two shifts tone entirely. You move from history into nature at the Natural History Museum, then into London's luxury retail world with a personal shopper at Harrods or a bespoke fragrance consultation. The whole thing is threaded together with private transport in a classic British car, a helicopter ride over the city, and a private yacht charter on the Thames. Meals happen at three Michelin-starred restaurants — high tea, lunch, and two dinners with tasting menus included. It's not subtle, and it's not meant to be.

The logistics are tight because the outside-the-opening-hours access is genuinely limited. You'll receive an email the day before with exact timing, and arriving late isn't an option — the museums won't hold the slot. Weather can affect the helicopter flight, though the operator will swap in a double-decker bus tour if conditions don't cooperate. Groups stay small by design: one or two people per guide and car, though larger parties can be arranged with additional guides. A 5-star licensed guide stays with you both days, fluent in your language, and knows how to move through these spaces without rushing.

The evening ends with VIP lounge access and premium seats at a London theater or opera house. You'll have already seen more of London's greatest collections than most people do in a lifetime, eaten at restaurants most never book, and moved through the city in ways that feel less like tourism and more like being shown around by someone who owns the place.

What’s included

Your two days include a 5-star licensed private guide fluent in your language, private after-hours tours of the British Museum, Tower of London, and Natural History Museum, transport in a classic British car with a private chauffeur, a helicopter sightseeing tour, a private yacht charter on the Thames, high tea and two dinners at three Michelin-starred restaurants with tasting menus and beverages, a personalized shopping experience at Harrods or a bespoke perfume consultation, VIP lounge access and premium theater or opera tickets for an evening performance, and all entry fees to the museums and attractions.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by UK Tours & Activites

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to see London's greatest museums without crowds and don't want to book restaurants, transport, or entertainment separately — the private timing and all-inclusive meals and experiences mean two days of sightseeing that feels more like a private showing than a tour.

Top questions

What does "outside-the-opening-hours access" actually mean?

The British Museum, Tower of London, and Natural History Museum are closed to regular visitors during your private tour. You enter after hours or before opening, with only your guide and group inside the galleries.

Is the helicopter ride included every day?

The helicopter tour and private yacht charter are part of day one's itinerary. Both are subject to good weather; if conditions don't permit, the operator offers a classic double-decker bus tour as an alternative.

How many people can join this tour?

Groups are limited to 1–2 people per guide and car. Larger groups up to 8 can be accommodated by arranging additional guides and vehicles.

Are the Michelin-starred restaurant meals included?

Yes. High tea, lunch, and two dinners at three Michelin-starred restaurants are included, with tasting menus, water, soda, and tea or coffee.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

Communicate any dietary, mobility, or special requests in advance. The operator will work with the restaurants to accommodate your needs.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of the tour?

Helicopter flights and private yacht charters depend on good weather. If conditions prevent them, alternative experiences like a double-decker bus tour are offered instead.

Do I need to arrive at a specific time?

Yes. The outside-the-opening-hours museum slots are strictly timed and very limited. You'll receive exact timing by email the day before, and arriving late means losing your access.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All areas, surfaces, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible. Specialized infant seats are also available if needed.