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3About Tower of London
The Tower of London stands where medieval London meets the Thames, just east of the City and beside Tower Bridge. Access is via the A100 Tower Hill or through central London's congested streets, with the A40 and A2 providing main long-distance routes. Parking is scarce and costly, with limited spaces on Tower Hill. The fortress houses the Crown Jewels, including the 530-carat Cullinan I diamond in the Sovereign's Sceptre.
Where is Tower of London on the map?
Tower of London is in England, at 51.508, -0.075 - about 4 km south-east of Finsbury GB.
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What is the closest airport to Tower of London?
The closest airport to Tower of London is London City Airport, 11 km (about 23 min by car). Other airports nearby: London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport.