We took a Yeoman Warder guided tour of the Tower of London. It took a couple hours but it was neat to walk around, feel the bloody history, and see the Crown Jewels.

The White Tower and surrounding stone walls rise behind the River Thames under a clear blue sky, with leafy trees lining the ramparts and modern London buildings and cranes visible in the distance, creating a striking contrast between medieval architecture and the contemporary skyline.A long stretch of weathered stone curtain wall and round towers fills the frame beneath dramatic, textured clouds, while the glassy peak of the Shard appears in the distance, emphasizing the contrast between historic fortifications and modern London.Visitors queue beneath a tall arched stone entrance marked by heraldic shields and a royal monogram, with sunlight highlighting the warm tones and textures of the medieval masonry around the doorway.Rugged stone towers and battlements stand in the foreground, their crenellations sharply defined in sunlight, while the Shard rises sleek and reflective behind them against a pale blue sky.Tower Bridge’s twin towers frame the background beyond arched stone walkways and grassy lawns, with remnants of old walls and a crowd of visitors in bright clothing adding depth and lively scale to the historic scene.A lush patch of green grass is scattered with orange poppies and small wildflowers, creating a vivid, colorful meadow that feels unexpectedly soft and natural against the historic setting.