ThingsToDoA fortress day beside the Thames
Let the Tower of London take the morning and keep the bridge as an optional afternoon choice. All visit and walking allowances are editorial estimates.
History / LONDON
Tower Bridge
Go inside the bridge to see the high-level walkways and the engineering story in the Engine Rooms. The paid visit adds a different perspective to the familiar riverside view; simply photographing the bridge from public space is a separate, shorter outing.
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Before you go
Enter at the northwest tower, not the Engine Rooms. There is an outdoor entry queue even with a booking, and the route includes an outdoor transfer. Leave bulky luggage elsewhere.
The practical details
- Where to find it
- Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 2UP. Ticket office and visitor entrance on the west side of the North Tower.
Directions and arrival information - Tickets and booking
- Pre-book the inside visit, check the chosen date’s last entry and allow for security. A scheduled bridge lift is not guaranteed during your visit.
- Access and getting around
- Lifts serve the high-level walkways and Engine Rooms. Read the access guide for the whole route and contact the team about specific requirements; a lift inside does not remove the outdoor approach.
Official access information - Visiting with children
- Consider whether the height and glass floor will appeal to your children. Relaxed openings are bookable on selected sessions. Plan food beforehand or afterwards: there is no on-site café or restaurant.
Practical information checked 14 September 2026. Confirm anything essential to your visit with the venue.
Make it part of your day
Allow 1½-2 hours for the visit, plus travel and breaks. This is a suggested planning allowance; opening times, access and availability may affect your plans.
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