Tower of London Maps – Reading Change

From miniatures to plans, maps of the Tower reveal change in walls, water, and worldview.

11/27/2025

11 min read

Historical map showing the Tower’s layout

A Gallery of Views

Miniatures compress symbolism and place.
Later plans chase measurement and management.

Image Highlights

Miniature 1580 Map 1590 Map 1597

Bottom Line

Every map is a decision about attention—what is shown, and why.

Over de auteur

Cartography Guide

Ik maakte dit om je de Tower of London slim te laten beleven — duidelijk tempo, beter timing en context die elke kapel, kroon en stenen gang laat resoneren.