Tower Bridge, London: Hours, Address, Tower Bridge Reviews: 4.5/5
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge
4.5
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges • Observation Decks & Towers
09:30 - 17:00
Monday
09:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 17:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 17:00
Thursday
09:30 - 17:00
Friday
09:30 - 17:00
Saturday
09:30 - 17:00
Sunday
09:30 - 17:00
About
An iconic London landmark and one of Britain's best loved historic sites, Tower Bridge is open to the public 363 days a year. Within the Bridge's iconic structure and magnificent Victorian Engine rooms, the Tower Bridge Exhibition is the best way of exploring the most famous bridge in the world! Come learn about this incredible feat of Victorian engineering, discover how the Bridge is raised and enjoy stunning panoramic views across London from our high-level walkways, 42 metres above the River Thames. Opening Times: 09:30 - 17:00 (last admission )
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Londonlover
10 contributions
Walk It
Dec 2020
So amazing, right next to the White Tower. Walking across it is easy and you won't forget it. The glimmer of the Thames, the sites you can see from the top, don't miss it.
Written 17 June 2021
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MICHELLE
Essex, UK107 contributions
View at the top
Jun 2021
Really interesting tour with great history. The glass walk way is fantastic if you are brave to walk across.
Engine and Boiler rooms really interesting.
Best of all great views over the Thames. Very friendly staff value for money.
Engine and Boiler rooms really interesting.
Best of all great views over the Thames. Very friendly staff value for money.
Written 16 June 2021
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Joanie H
Dagenham, UK427 contributions
Great experience
Jun 2021 • Couples
We bought tickets to have a tour on tour bridge and the engine rooms and we really enjoyed this. You can walk to the top or there is a lift if you need it. There are amazing views of London from the top and you have the glass platform to look through, which is an experience!
Then you return to the bottom, walk round the corner and go to the engine rooms, this is also great to look around. There is a gift shop before you leave so you can get a gift before you leave. I would recommend this experience for adults and children, the staircases are wonderful.
Then you return to the bottom, walk round the corner and go to the engine rooms, this is also great to look around. There is a gift shop before you leave so you can get a gift before you leave. I would recommend this experience for adults and children, the staircases are wonderful.
Written 13 June 2021
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BackPacker800547
Bilston, UK568 contributions
Stunning bridge
Jun 2021
This bridge is a must-see from a distance as well as close up. Simply stunning with great views of it and from it.
Written 11 June 2021
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Joseph M
6 contributions
Pleasant
May 2021
V strong area to visit, for tourists and locals alike. Generally feel positively about it. Would walk over it again.
Written 9 June 2021
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jackodanapoint
39 contributions
THE Tower Bridge
Jun 2021
Views going over this landmark are unbelievable with the Tower of London sat amid the hustle and bustle of The City .
Written 9 June 2021
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Jill
London, UK5 contributions
Beautiful structure
Aug 2020 • Solo
Definitely worth a visit as it is one of London's highlights. Wheelchair friendly. Also children will enjoy.
Written 9 June 2021
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ZahidMalti
London, UK778 contributions
Amongst the best sights in London - Tower Bridge & Tower of London
Jun 2021
As the world starts to heal and people adjust to the evolving new normal, it’s great to see visitors returning to familiar London icons that make it such a special city.
If you are in London, take a walk along the south side of the river for fabulous views of Tower Bridge and Tower of London and then walk across Tower Bridge, with or without going to the top, and explore Tower of London and the surrounding area. It will transport you to another time in history and help escape from the pandemic paranoia for a while.
The views are especially stunning at sunrise and sunset.
If you are in London, take a walk along the south side of the river for fabulous views of Tower Bridge and Tower of London and then walk across Tower Bridge, with or without going to the top, and explore Tower of London and the surrounding area. It will transport you to another time in history and help escape from the pandemic paranoia for a while.
The views are especially stunning at sunrise and sunset.
Written 9 June 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Amy C
London, UK324 contributions
Kohl
Jul 2020 • Friends
Kool trip to the tower of London nice place but dear ♥ but the ravens were fun to see and the beefeaters
Written 7 June 2021
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Sellest
Bushey, UK3,669 contributions
Loved the Glass walkway and got some great photos from the open windows
May 2021
Came here last week with my partner and our three youngest children (aged 17, 14 and 12). Tickets had to be purchased in advance on line and were for set times. Covid measures in place – social distancing, hand sanitiser, masks, one way system etc.
Got some great photos from the open windows and also loved the glass walkway. Lots of interesting information as well, regarding the history of the bridge and a short film to watch. The Engine Room is accessed after you come out of the tower – not much to see there, but added to the visit. I would definitely recommend a visit – even if it is just for the glass walkway and the views.
Got some great photos from the open windows and also loved the glass walkway. Lots of interesting information as well, regarding the history of the bridge and a short film to watch. The Engine Room is accessed after you come out of the tower – not much to see there, but added to the visit. I would definitely recommend a visit – even if it is just for the glass walkway and the views.
Written 7 June 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Wanderer04560206096
0 contributions
היי בשביל לחוות את הרצפה השקופה יש צורך לקנות איזה כרטיס?הבנתי שיש 2סוגי כרטיסים איזה מומלץ לקנות?
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avi_peer
Rishon Lezion, Israel42 contributions
הכרטיס לגשר השקוף לא יקר כמדומני 9-10 פאונד, החוויה קצרה אך מהנה ובעלת נוף מהמם. עמדת הכרטיסים ממוקמת כמה מטרים לאחר הכניסה לגשר, תמיד יש שם אנשים קשה לפספס.
Graeme M
Annan, UK0 contributions
How tall is it and act?
Milomir Nikolic
Giannitsa, Greece93 contributions
The bridge, built in 1894, is 244m (800’) long between two 65m (213’) tall towers constructed on piers. The central span of 61m (200’) between the towers is split equally into two bascules or leaves, which can be raised to an angle of 83 degrees to allow river traffic to pass through. The bascules weigh over 1,100 tons each and are counterbalanced to minimize the force required to raise them, an operation which takes just five minutes.
Between the towers are two high level walkways that are 42m (138’) above the River Thames which allow pedestrians to cross the river even when the bridge deck is raised. The walkways were closed to the public in 1910 due to lack of use but were reopened as fully covered passages in 1982 as part of the then newly launched Tower Bridge Exhibition. There is a Glass Floor, comprised of panels weighing 530 kg and measuring 11m (36’) long and 1.8m (2.6’) wide that span the high-level Walkways
Voyager673170
0 contributions
Bonjour,
Pour les personnes ayant des difficultés à monter les escaliers, l'accès à la plateforme de verre est'elle possible en ascenseur svp ?
Merci
Minorisa
Manresa, Spain47 contributions
Yes, there is elevator.
Hannah C
0 contributions
What are the queues like to get onto the glass walkway on a weekend? How long did it take you to get in?
Is it better to book an advanced ticket or does this not affect the queue?
janetrD7879KD
Zachary, LA23 contributions
Hi, yes it is better to book in advance, this includes any other attraction you may like to visit. There can be queues.
Eugene R
Sanford, FL0 contributions
Cost of taxi from Tower Bridge Port to Holiday Inn Kensington?
Kathy D
Statesboro, GA17 contributions
I agree with Prince if you are deciding Uber vs Taxi - Uber is so much nicer. The vehicles are cleaner and you do not need cash. You can charge everything to the App including the tip.
Maria S
Basildon, UK25 contributions
Is it possible to take a pushchair up the tower bridge? If not is there somewhere to leave it? Thanks
Chris E
0 contributions
Hello,
Yes of course, Tower Bridge is accessible with lifts to each element of the visit.
Pushchairs are more than welcome to be taken around during your visit.
Regards,
Tower Bridge team
Frequently Asked Questions about Tower Bridge
- Tower Bridge is open:
- Sun - Sat 09:30 - 17:00
- We recommend booking Tower Bridge tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 244 Tower Bridge tours on Tripadvisor
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