Tower Bridge
Explore one of London’s most iconic structures. Tower Bridge is an unmissable site that should be top of your city itinerary.
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What you'll do
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- With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
- Access to the Glass Walkway.
- Entry to the Victorian Engine rooms and exhibitions.
Tower Bridge is one of the finest and most recognizable bridges in the world. The commanding gothic towers have stood over the River Thames since 1894, becoming one of the most symbolic landmarks of the city. Discover the history of the bridge, learn about the stages of its construction and discover the stories attached to its uniquely distinctive design. You can head to the top of one of the bridge towers to enjoy panoramic views of the city too, from the Tower of London and HMS Belfast to St Paul’s Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge and much more.
Once you've taken in the incredible view, explore fascinating exhibits and displays outlining the history of the bridge and why it was built. It's an exciting place for anyone interested in history, architecture, and engineering.
Tower Bridge Highlights
Glass Walkway – brave this nerve-wracking experience 138ft above the river and you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of passing boats and pedestrians right beneath your feet.
Victorian Engine Rooms – descend into the heart of the bridge and discover the coal-driven steam engines that once powered the bridge as well as a multi-sensory exhibition taking you through the development of technology throughout the years.
Audio Guide – unlock the Bridge's history with their bespoke audio guide. Download the Smartify app to hear expert commentary from the team, and to access exclusive imagery and rarely-seen photographs.
Did You Know
- Tower Bridge was officially opened on 30 June 1894.
- A design contest was held to choose the Tower Bridge design with over 50 designs submitted.
- Tower Bridge was originally painted brown. It was painted in the red, white and blue colours we see today in 1977, in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee.
- The two towers are each 213 ft (65m) tall.
- The walkways between the towers were closed in 1910 due to a bad reputation as a haunt for prostitutes and pickpockets as they were only accessible by stairs and seldom used by pedestrians. The walkway was reopened in 1982 as part of the Tower Bridge exhibition.
Booking recommended
This attraction is pretty popular and sells out fast! We recommend you book a slot in advance.
Getting in
In order to guarantee entry at your preferred time we recommend making a reservation via the Reservations Portal. Entry without a reservation will be subject to availability and you may need to wait for the next available timeslot.
Plans changed? No problem, in the Reservations Portal you can amend your booking up to 15 minutes prior to your reservation. Even if you’re running late, amending your original booking will help to secure a new timeslot and avoid any disappointment.
Please note that your pass will only grant you admission on the day of your reservation.
On the day, after the security/bag check, present your pass at the ticket desk for scanning and validation. Once your ticket has been validated, you will be issued with an entrance ticket. Please retain the ticket to gain admission to the Engine Rooms at the end of your visit.
Please note: shoulder bags and backpacks with maximum dimensions 45 x 35 x 20 cm are allowed. Suitcases, wheeled bags and oversized items will not be allowed in the Bridge.
Tower Bridge is busiest in the afternoon and at the weekend.
Groups of 15 people or more, must email [email protected] with their preferred date and time of visit at least three working days in advance to secure a visit.
For more information, please visit the Tower Bridge website.
Where you'll be
Operating hours
Daily: 9.30AM-6PM (Last entry: 5PM)
Entry to Tower Bridge is unavailable between 9.30AM and 11.50AM on the second Saturday of every month due to Relaxed Opening. At this time, the Bridge welcomes those who prefer quieter spaces, including people with autism, Asperger's and anxiety, as well as their families and carers.
Please always check the Tower Bridge website for opening times to plan your visit.
Closings & holidays
24, 25, 26 December annually
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020 7403 3761
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