For travelers interested in luxury jewelry, design history and the British royal family, Artisans of Leisure can arrange a private visit to the London headquarters of Garrard, one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious jewelry houses. This unique insider experience can be incorporated into any of our private England tours.

Founded in London in 1735, Garrard was appointed to the position of Crown Jeweller by Queen Victoria in 1843. Garrard has created numerous iconic pieces for the British monarchy, including the Imperial State Crown, Queen Mary’s consort crown, the Lover’s Knot Tiara and Princess Diana’s engagement ring. The company continues to operate under a royal warrant appointed by King Charles III and is responsible for the upkeep of the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London.

Artisans of Leisure travelers have exclusive VIP access to Garrard’s iconic flagship boutique in Mayfair, a location the company has occupied since 1911.

During a private appointment, travelers can enjoy browsing the latest collections, taking a behind-the-scenes tour of the building and learning about the rich history of the jewelry house and its heritage designs that continue to inspire current collections.

A highlight is visiting the Queen Mary Room, a private drawing room that showcases artifacts and records from the company’s 300-year-old history.

A fun part of the experience is trying on replicas of the iconic tiaras Garrard has created for the royal family.

Upon request, the exclusive experience can also include afternoon tea served in the Queen Mary Room.

Contact Artisans of Leisure to begin planning a private London tour with exclusive VIP experiences such as an insider visit to Garrard and a private after-hours tour of the Tower of London with a private viewing of the Crown Jewels, and more.