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Tower Bridge and London Bridge are located next to each other in the Pool of London, on the River Thames. Tower Bridge spans between the boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Southwark, near the Tower of London and the Old City Hall.
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. Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
The Tower Bridge Ticket Office and entrance is located in the west side of the North Tower. Tower Bridge can be accessed by several modes of transport. For help planning your day out read our dedicated journey planning page.
When it was built, Tower Bridge was the largest and most sophisticated bascule bridge ever completed ('bascule' comes from the French word for 'seesaw'). These bascules were operated by hydraulics, using steam to power the enormous pumping engines .
Enjoy the iconic panoramic views of London, with the Tower of London, St Pauls and The Shard to the west and Canary Wharf and Shooter's Hill to the east. Experience the city's skyline from a unique perspective above the River Thames.
Discover Tower Bridge's extraordinary history, and its operational secrets, and get familiar with the people who designed and built the landmark. There's something for everyone, from listicles to in-depth articles and podcasts.
Tower Bridge is part of City Bridge Foundation, whose sole trustee is the City of London Corporation.
Tower Bridge, on the other hand, has never fallen down. It stands today as it was built in 1894. It is known as London's defining landmark - representing London as an iconic structure that is recognised the world-over.
When Tower Bridge was first built, London was an extremely busy trading port. However, as trading ships became larger, fewer and fewer vessels made the journey to the Upper Pool of London, which goes from London Bridge to the Cherry Garden Pier, in Bermondsey.
Discover the marvellous high-level Walkways of Tower Bridge. Spanning the North and South Towers, the Walkways offer breath-taking panoramic views of London from 42 metres above the River Thames. Top tip: Don't forget to visit both East and West Walkways to read all about the history and building of Tower Bridge. Book online now
