London Connection1Tower of London - Lanthorn Tower
- Address
- 35 Tower Hill, London EC3N 4DR
- Website
- hrp.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon 10 AM-5:30 PM · Tue–Sat 9 AM-5:30 PM · Sun 10 AM-5:30 PM
Best Castles in London
London and its surroundings are home to royal fortresses and palaces, from the Tower of London to Windsor Castle and Hampton Court. Below you will find our selection of 10 castles in London, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right castle, typical prices and answers to common questions.
10listed
5with phone number
6with website
8open on Sundays
5open 24 hours
10 Castles in London
2The Creamy Cove
- Address
- Babington House, Redcross Way, London SE1 1EZ
- Phone
- +44 7715 415431
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
3Roman Fort Ruins
- Address
- 3 Noble St, Barbican, London EC2V 7EE
- Website
- cityoflondon.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
4Winchester Palace
- Address
- Winchester Palace, Pickfords Wharf, London SE1 9DN
- Phone
- +44 370 333 1181
- Website
- english-heritage.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
5Lambeth Palace
- Address
- London SE1 7JU
- Phone
- +44 20 7898 1200
- Website
- archbishopofcanterbury.org
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
6Historic Bollard
- Address
- London SW1P 4PS
7St Bartholomew's Gatehouse
- Address
- 57A W Smithfield, London EC1A 9DS
- Website
- greatstbarts.com
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
8Tattershall Castle
- Address
- Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2HR
- Phone
- +44 20 7839 6548
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM-10 PM
9Palace of Westminster
- Address
- London SW1A 0AA
- Phone
- +44 20 7219 3000
- Opening hours
- Mon–Thu 11 AM-11 PM · Fri–Sat 11 AM-2 AM · Sun 11 AM-11 PM
10Bovril Castle
- Address
- Seeley Dr, Kingswood Estate, London SE21 8QR
- Website
- kingswoodarts.com
How to choose a castle in London
- Book online to skip queues.
- Check for State Room closures.
- Combine a castle with a river trip.
- Look for joint tickets.
Castles across London
London is made up of 32 boroughs plus the City of London. The castles above are spread across the capital; use the borough guides below to find options closer to home.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a castle in London?
Yes, the Tower of London is a castle and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
How far is Windsor Castle?
About 45 minutes by train.
Listings are compiled from public business information. Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.