Number of visits to the Tower of London in England 2010-2023
Total visits to the Tower of London in England rose significantly in 2023 over the previous year. Despite the sharp increase, the visitor volume remained slightly below the figure from 2019, the year before the impact of COVID-19, reaching just under 2.8 million in 2023.
What are the most visited heritage sites in England?
Both before and after the onset of the health crisis, the Tower of London topped the ranking of the most visited castles, forts, and monument sites in England. Other popular heritage sites in the country are the Abbey Gardens, Stonehenge, and the Windsor Castle. Overall, visitors to English Heritage sites exceeded five million in the 2022/2023 fiscal year.
What are the most visited tourist attractions in London?
London is home to some of the most well-known visitor attractions in the United Kingdom. In 2023, three museums ranked as the most visited tourist attractions in London: the British Museum, the Natural History Museum in South Kensington, and the Tate Modern. While attendance at these three institutions experienced a significant annual increase, only the Natural History Museum managed to surpass pre-pandemic levels.