Around 1876, locals had petitioned for a new crossing east of the Tower of London to ease traffic congestion. With political support in the legislative process, the Corporation of London Act was passed in 1885 and authorized Tower Bridge's construction. It took about eight years to build the bridge (from 1886 to 1894). Tower Bridge is maintained by the City Bridge Foundation (established in 1282). Today, many tourists, commuters, bicyclists, and runners cross Tower Bridge on a daily basis. At times, it gets very crowded with not a lot of room to walk briskly. This also applies to cobblestone pathways by the Tower of London due to large tourist groups. There is a lot of space on both sides of the Thames to take pictures and gaze at the bridge. While running along the Thames, I saw a man painting Tower Bridge and surrounding skyline. This was near London Bridge, so it's nice to look at Tower Bridge from more afar. read more

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Special Neurodivergent Hours and days If you go on their website there are special neurodivergent hours and days. The Tower Bridge is a must see on trip to London. If you wait long enough they will raise the bridge for a ship. read more

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Love it. The Tower Bridge experience is great. The ticket can be bought close to the tower bottom. To get to the top of the tower, you have a chance to take the elevator or climb to the top of tower. We took the elevator to the mid tower for some of the displays. Then took another elevator to the top of cross bridge. The cross bridge is the cross over to the other tower. The cross bridge has the glass bottom deck that able you to look down to the traffic bridge below. The ticket also includes the engine room visit for the bascule bridge. The entire visit last an hour to 1.5 hours. We love the experience. read more

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When walking around London, we had to cross the iconic Tower Bridge. I always love when they have art as it makes for a fun photo. Definitely worth the steps for the day to walk this bridge! read more

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London has some famous bridges, and while you might guess that London Bridge is the one to visit, Tower Bridge is the actual crown jewel of the Thames (bridgewise, anyway). It's a beautiful bridge, built near the Tower of London in the late 19th Century, with storybook towers trimmed in storybook blue. A pair of bascules in the middle opens up to let tall boats pass through, a wonderful sight. The bridge is easily admired from afar, but you can also go inside and explore the towers and traverse the upper walkway between them. We took our kids on a hot day last month when we wanted a short excursion, and despite the sweltering July heat, we all had a great time. Tickets were reasonably priced and readily available for same-day booking. The entrance was close to Tower Hill station, and there was no wait or any kind of hassle to get in. It was very hot in the towers, but there were enormous fans that kept things tolerable and also entertained my fan-obsessed three-year-old. The place was set up like a little museum, with a lot of interesting information on display. The main attraction was that elevated walkway, high above the cars and other pedestrians, connecting the tops of the two towers. There was a glass floor in the middle of the walkway, and we got lucky and caught the bascules in action, opening for a big boat. My boys kneeled on the floor and more or less planted their faces on the glass. They were absolutely thrilled. We crossed the bridge again the usual way and took a look around the engine rooms and the gift shop, the latter of which is open to the public. The engine rooms were cool, and my kids loved the gift shop, where my six-year-old got a Christmas ornament and a magnet and my three-year-old got a giant Tower Bridge lollipop. We finished our outing with a walk to London Bridge, where we hopped on a double-decker bus back to our hotel. (Our kids couldn't believe the front row of the top level was empty when the bus was otherwise full. Such luck seeing the bascules open, then the best seats on the bus! My husband and I were the only ones who noticed that we were being baked alive.) Everything about this afternoon was exciting for our boys, and even I, a low-energy 40-year-old mom, really enjoyed Tower Bridge. read more

Walking across the Tower Bridge is an exciting must-do in London. Tower Bridge is the stuff that fairy tales are made with red double decker buses crossing the ancient suspension construction. The bridge was designed by Horace Jones in a similar Victorian Gothic style as the nearby Tower of London. Construction took four years to complete and the bridge opened in 1894. I honestly couldn't get enough of the bridge. I photographed it from the river, from London Tower, from the South Bank and from the Bridge itself. I did not take the ride up to the bridge towers or the tour, because the day was dreary and I wanted to go up on a clear day. There is no charge to walk across the bridge. Plan about 30 minutes to walk across and back. read more

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A must see bridge while in London! You can actually go up inside of it, but it does cost. You can cross it for free though. And there's many different ways to get to it. We took the Uber Boat ferry which took less than 20 minutes from Embankment Pier. It was a great way to make it down the river. read more

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Opulent. Grandiose. Magnificent. Picturesque. Historic. A must visit to this iconic structure when in London. Not to be confused with the very basic and plain London Bridge the Tower Bridge is the real deal. We stayed at a hotel, The Dixon, which was next to the entrance street to the bridge and had the joy of walking over it many times during our stay. Plus, running across it during the London Marathon was a highlight. It's just brilliant with screaming crowds on each side cheering us on. The views are terrific across the Thames River, the architecture and colors are wonderful, plus you can take a self guided tour up through it's columns where on each level there are artifacts, tidbits of information on the bridge, photos, and more to learn about its history. Its like a museum within the bridge itself. Also, on top you can walk across a glass bottom offering views below, very cool. I've seen this bridge in TV shows and movies, and it lives up to its hype in person. At the base of the bridge are places to eat and shop also offering amazing views. Such a great bridge and area for picture taking. Stunning and a must see when in London. read more

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One of the iconic monument in London is the tower bridge. Definitely truly beautiful and I was happy to be able to get to view this beauty from the upper levels. Buy a ticket at ticket booth as I bought mine from a third party site and paid more. But it's fine, as I enjoyed my visit. Prior to my visit, I was actually downstairs and was able to watch the bridge drawn up and down. And I am so lucky to be there to witness it. Being able to tour the tower bridge, both the west and east wing has a glass bottom floor. Where you can see traffic past by and the bay on the other sides of the bridge. The ticket allows you access to the engine room as well. Which is across the way. There are also short video clips to watch and information everywhere of the history read more

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Really good time at the bridge. Who would think you'd get so much excitement from walking and taking pictures from a bridge. read more

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I know many people think "London Bridge" is a must-see bridge in London, but it's really a yes and no. To be more specific, the best way to see the iconic Tower Bridge is actually from London Bridge (yes, keep in mind that the starting point should be London Bridge). You can get there by bus or tube, and I strongly recommend taking a walk along the Thames. It's only about a 15-20 minute walk between the two bridges, but the views are spectacular and absolutely worth the time. Useful travel tips: 1. Again, it's best to start at London Bridge. 2. Once you reach Tower Bridge, you'll see the Tower of London on your left, another must-visit attraction in London. 3. If time allows, visit the Tower of London. Inside the castle, you'll get stunning views of both the fortress and Tower Bridge. They also house an incredible jewelry collection, which is definitely worth seeing. read more

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Tower Bridge is probably what you are actually looking for when you are thinking of London Bridge. Tower Bridge began construction in 1886 and at the time it was built, it was the largest and most sophisticated bascule bridge ever completed. My boyfriend and I were strolling around London coming from the north side of the Thames River. We walked towards the Tower Bridge and crossed the bridge itself. Photos with the bridge are prettier further away, and not on the actual bridge. Then we continued out stroll on the southside of the Thames River. A lovely walk if you have some time for a stroll. read more

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Loved coming to the Tower Bridge! We actually spent the day at Tower of London and then headed over to the Tower Bridge to cross the water and go grab some spuds! It's definitely a nice walk across on a day with good weather and worth it for the sightseeing if you're around. read more

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One of the most iconic architectural landmarks in the world, we stayed in a hotel with a direct view of this beauty for our first time in London. A lot of great outdoor spaces, coffee shops and bars with views along the walk around the bridge as well as the Tower of London itself. Go for a stroll and snap a few pics! read more

It was a freezing December night, the kind where the wind cuts right through your coat and makes your face sting, but standing on the iconic Tower Bridge was totally worth it. The massive Victorian Gothic towers lit up against the dark London sky is one of those "pinch me, I'm in the U.K." type of photo ops. The bridge is instantly recognizable. The blue suspension beams shimmer under the lights, and even though the icy gusts off the Thames will leave you shivering in winter, the view from up there is absolutely stunning. The Tower Bridge is one of those places that's cool in photos but feels even more magical when you're actually there, taking it all in. Best of all, there's a nearby Tube station and it's free to walk across. Score! read more

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Tower Bridge is often confused with London Bridge. A lot of people think Tower Bridge IS London Bridge. Today's London Bridge is a purely utilitarian bridge with little significant architectural appeal. So, it's natural for some folks to think that the beautiful (and architecturally significant) Tower Bridge is the famous London Bridge. We saw it from a cruise on the River Thames. We saw it up close and personal as we floated under it. Despite it not being the London Bridge, Tower Bridge is a must see attraction. read more

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I took pics on the southside and the northside of Tower Bridge. Then, we walked across Tower Bridge. Even did a tour through tower bridge and got to see the glass staircase above, and the dungeon below where the coal machines are that used to raise and lower the bridge. Definitely book a tour so you get to see all of the cool stuff. The glass floor atop the bridge is fun to take photos and videos on. We also got on the Uber boat and rode under the bridge on the water. It was really cool to do at night. I paid £65 for 1 adult and 1 concession ticket for the tour. You of course can walk across for free. read more

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Another historical place in London! You can't go to the top but we didn't have time. I love the light blue color and all the designs. We walked across and it def was worth it to see the bridge. read more

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How can anyone rate this bridge less than 5? While we didn't pay to walk atop the bridge (I hear it's a fantastic experience) getting to walk across this beautiful historic bridge was just wonderful. read more

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The iconic suspension bridge that crosses River Thames was constructed in the late 1800s. It's been a backdrop in films and programs for decades. It's large enough for ships and barges to pass through and the towers provide pedestrian walkways. read more

Obviously a must see while in London. We were blessed to have decent weather. We walked the bridge on both sides. You could pay a fee and go up in the tower and see the inner mechanisms but we didnt. Our time was limited and my only interest was walking across this famous bridge and enjoying the view of the cityscape. We were actually in the London tower but got bored and left to explore the tower bridge right outside the gate. read more

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I was originally planning to only look at the outside of Tower Bridge, but since we got caught up in the rain, I decided to go inside to escape getting drenched. I was afraid we would have a difficult time getting tickets since I hadn't booked them in advance online, but it wasn't a problem. We just had to get in line which fortunately, moved quickly. Once inside, I got to enjoy the architecture inside as well as the architecture outside through the windows. If anything, I got a better view of the intricate details like the carved stone on the towers since I was so high up. I love their cute mascot, The Tower Bridge Cat. You can see the cartoon cat throughout the self guided tour providing some facts. Even if you're not that interested in how the bridge was made or its history, you can't help learning a bit of something because of the signs everywhere. In the gift shop at the end of the tour I ended up buying some merchandise with the Tower Bridge Cat on it because I loved it so much. Even the walls next to the restrooms share some info, and the plentiful restrooms are appreciated. When we first entered, we had to climb a bunch of stairs to get to the top, but every couple of levels there was a restroom and bench available. There was also a restroom towards the end in the boiler room. To get to the boiler room, you actually have to go outside the towers and follow the blue lines on the ground which have plaques that also provide some info about the bridge. A highlight was the glass bottom floor for both walkways above the bridge. It provides a unique perspective of the cars, double decker buses, and people crossing down below. If you're afraid of heights, there are non-glass parts on either side of the floor, so you can always bypass it. If you do decide to walk over it, look up at the mirrors on the ceiling which help you take a selfie on top of the glass floor. We ended up walking over both glass bottom floors twice because instead of going down the elevator at the end, we were made to turn around and go back the way we came. I don't know if that was a fluke or just how it's always been. There's also amazing views of the London skyline and they even drew outlines of the buildings with labels so you know what you're looking at. This is definitely one of the more memorable sites from my London trip because it's so uniquely London. I think even if you don't decide to go inside, just seeing the scale of it and all the work that went into making it castle-like and beautiful is worth putting it on your itinerary. read more

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I can't believe that I actually walked the Tower Bridge! It was only about a 6 minute walk. There is an option to Pay to go inside the bridge( I opted out). There were uber boats passing by while i stood to take a few pictures on the bridge. read more

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Initial Reaction: If you have never visited London, Tower Bridge should be at the top of your list of places to visit. I never knew until I was planning our route that you could go visit inside the bridge, which is amazing. You take a lift up to the top and can walk on both sides with breathtaking views of the River Thames, Central and Greater London. You can also with your ticket visit the engine rooms on the south side of the bridge, which is amazing. And there is a hidden bar underneath the bridge where you can order Pimm's Cups, aperol spritz's, and other types of beer and wine and other cocktail. Very cool views of the Thames from the bottom. read more

I saved this review, #1400, as this is one of my favorite items to see when in London. I could have had a happy career being the bridge master of this magnificent bridge! The hotel room over looked the bridge and I studied it for hours over a week. I have at least an hour of bridge operations. Just so cool, so unique, so fascinating. Beyond the history, beyond the millions of photos (or is it billions?), beyond people still calling it London Bridge, it is without doubt an icon. read more

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Iconic bascule/suspension bridge above the River Thames. A must do for first time London visitors like myself. Wanted to do the indoor glass floor walk but didn't make reservations in time before my trip. Reservations for the high level walkway is a must and they get sold out fast. So instead we did the pedestrian walkway along with other pedestrians and bicyclists.... In the cold wet rain. It was quite the adventure but worth the exercise and views of Tower of London. read more

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Tower Bridge features two huge towers rising 200 feet above the River Thames. This is one of London's best-known and most photographed landmarks. you can easily walk across the bridge from the Tower of London. Along with Parliament and Big Ben, Tower Bridge is London's next must-see architectural marvel, not to mention the most famous bridge that crosses the Thames. Construction on the bridge started in 1886, which means it's practically modern by London standards, but Tower Bridge stands out for its stunning detail and moveable roadways that lift when large ships need to pass through. I know that, you folks know but being a reviewer, it's my job to remind it again, THIS IS NOT A LONDON BRIDGE. of course, we wanted to take a perfect picture with Tower Bridge in the background, and you have 4 areas around Tower Bridge, and I explored all 4. (Tower of London, St Katharine Docks Marina, Butler's Wharf Pier & Potters Fields Park). each side is good with its features. read more

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Tower bridge! I wasn't sure what to expect with this bridge. I always thought the London Bridge was the better one? But I guess I was wrong. Because this bridge is pretty dang epic. It has light blue and royal blue throughout. Unfortunately due to the rain, we didn't get out and walk on the bridge. I would have liked to do that! But it's alright. Our your bus stopped and we got to take pictures and enjoy the bridge while staying dry. That's a win for me lol read more

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If I do not write about this bridge, all of you will think I am a Hippocrate. So here goes. No, I have it right. This is NOT London Bridge, even though ignorant people will say it is. London Bridge is a few minutes upstream, and not as glamorous. Tower Bridge is as famous to London as Brooklyn Bridge is to New York City. They are both icons in their respective cities. The bridge also leads into the Tower of London, another must-see when in London. I promise, seeing both of these is worth it. Crossing this bridge by foot is even more fun. No, it is not falling down either. Oh wait... wrong bridge! read more

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When you think of London this is one of the iconic landmarks that come to mind. Such beauty with its two towers and walkways. This bridge crosses over the Thames river. Super easy to cross, about 940 feet long. I went over it and back... even getting the chance to watch them raise up the bridge to allow tall boats to pass through. So cool! Absolutely stunning bridge a must stop when visiting London. Found a great hidden bar beneath called the vault, check it out! read more

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Such a staple landmark to visit but also I love seeing it as a local. You can walk along the Thames to view it and also relax in the grassy areas near by. It's fun to walk over it at night when it's all lit up and you can get some great photos this way. From the bridge you can also get great photos of the Tower of London. Definitely recommend visiting. read more

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Always a great addition to visit when I'm in town showing friends around. Whole tour is just a few hours at most. Such great rich history of this iconic bridge. Attendants are especially pleasant and knowledgeable about the history and construction. read more

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Tons of fun to walk over both during the day and the evening! There are always people around taking photos or just hanging out. Lots of traffic at times but the sidewalks are fully protected from vehicles. You get some great photo opps here, too! read more

Lovely bridge. There are pedestrian lanes and bike lanes on either side of the bridge, which is nice to avoid traffic. The bridge is a pretty color blue and has good scenic views of the Tower of London and Big Ben. read more

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Definitely a must see at least once just because it's iconic! Boyfriend and I walked around and was sightseeing the city. Fun experience with the little shops and restaurants. read more

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Visually I think it's the best looking bridge in the city, another one of the sites that should be on your list to see if you're visiting London for the first time. The bridge is free to cross, when we were coming over from the Tower of London we noticed a sign for tickets, turns out those are tickets to go up to the top of the tower on the bridge. Speaking of the Tower of London, the bridge is pretty much a 5-10 minute walk away so you can easily check off two awesome sights within the same timeframe. read more

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Tower Bridge is a must see attraction when visiting London... The bridge itself is beautiful and has some amazing views... While visiting I paid a 13 pound fee to go into the bridge and learn some history about it... The entrance fee was reasonable, I definitely recommend going inside the bridge.. They have glass bottoms on part of the bridge and you can see the water and traffic below.. It's definitely a great place to take some cool pictures... They have a lot of areas to sit and watch the short films about the history and making of the bridge, the admission also includes the engine room which is at the opposite end of the bridge.. Overall it is a great experience for everyone in the family to enjoy.. read more

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Tower Bridge is arguably one of London's most iconic landmarks. While some refer to it as the London Bridge, it's not technically that. This beautiful landmark is visible from every corner of the city. Situated on the River Thames, the bridge is constantly busy with automobiles and pedestrians. The best photo view isn't actually on the bridge itself, but from the side. We didn't get to visit this attraction because we were short on time and wanted to maximize our visit to London. However, if you're visiting London, it's definitely a must-see! read more

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Beautiful bridge in London. This should be called the London Bridge but it's not....lol I'm sure there's some history as to why Tower Bridge is much nicer than the London Bridge but I didn't bother looking it up. This is your go-to bridge while in London. read more

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This is the most beautiful bridge I've ever seen in my life. So pretty. Like a castle, but a bridge. The meticulous design is one for the books, I couldn't get enough photos.. and I didn't want to leave. This would be the perfect location for a photo shoot because it's just so stunning to see in person. There is a walkway so you feel safe from the road, but if you're in London, definitely stop here. Pictures don't do it justice. read more

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