All visitors allowed on Elizabeth Tower/Big Ben tours must be UK residents. There are no exceptions to this. Visitors must be over 11 years old. Visitors must be able to climb all 334 steps unaided without assistance.

Can visitors go inside Big Ben?

Accessibility. Although the tower is one of London's top attractions, the tour inside the tower is only limited to residents of the United Kingdom. Therefore, if you're a visitor from overseas, you won't be able to actually get inside the tower and see big ben in the metal.

Why are only UK residents allowed in Big Ben?

Only British citizens are allowed on tours of Big Ben as security fears force ban on foreigners. Foreigners have been banned from visiting Big Ben over security fears. Tourists from abroad were until recently allowed to tour the legendary London landmark. But due to mounting security problems they have now been banned.