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From the high-level Walkways, take in stunning panoramic views and experience the thrill of seeing London life through the Glass Floors. Follow in the footsteps of the unsung heroes of Tower Bridge. Uncover their stories and soak in the atmosphere of the working Bridge in one of London's true hidden gems: the magnificent Victorian Engine Rooms.
Tower Bridge is a Grade I listed combined bascule, suspension, and, until 1960, cantilever bridge [1] in London, built between 1886 and 1894, designed by Horace Jones and engineered by John Wolfe Barry with the help of Henry Marc Brunel. [2] It crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and is one of five London bridges owned and ...
Your visit begins by climbing the North Tower. 2. Then head along East Walkway and West Walkway, crossing the iconic Glass Floors. 3. Descend down the South Tower to road level. 4. Then follow the Blue line commemorating the workers of Tower Bridge. 5. Finally, enter the Victorian Engine Rooms and complete your visit in our gift shop.
Tower Bridge is part of City Bridge Foundation, whose sole trustee is the City of London Corporation.
Tower Bridge is a visitor attraction, open from 9:30 to 18:00 (last entry is 17:00). You can come inside and explore the Towers, high-level Walkways, Glass Floors and Victorian Engine Rooms. The panoramic views of London are unique, 42 metres above the Thames and 33.5 metres above the road level. Book tickets.
1982 - Tower Bridge opened to the public as an attraction for the first time since 1910, with a permanent exhibition inside. 2012 - Playing a focal point in the London Olympics, this year saw the Olympic rings suspended from the Walkways, and James Bond and ‘the Queen’ fly through in a helicopter during the Opening Ceremony .
Tower Bridge stands as the gateway to London, spanning the historic heart in a stretch of the Thames that is known as the Pool of London. Read more. rgb(0,0,0)
Tower Bridge was built over 130 years ago to ease road traffic while maintaining river access to the busy Pool of London docks. Built with giant movable roadways that lift up for passing ships, it is to this day considered an engineering marvel and beyond being one of London’s favourite icons, it is arguably one of the most famous and instantly recognisable structures in the entire world.
Explore inside Tower Bridge. Tower Bridge will transport you to Victorian times, telling the story of London's defining landmark from the very beginning. Discover iconic London views from the Walkways, dare yourself to walk across the spectacular Glass Floors and be amazed by the powerful machinery in our Engine Rooms.
Here are your top facts and interesting things to know about London's defining landmark. Book tickets. 1. It's newer than you think. Tower Bridge was opened to the public in 1894. When compared with its neighbour – the Tower of London (built in the 11th century) – it is rather young! The Bridge may appear to be a stone castle-like structure ...
