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Tower Bridge Exhibition

Tower Hamlets / Southwark, London (SE1 2UP) • Greater London

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Greater London
🌉 Glass Floor Walkway ⚙️ Victorian Engines 🏛️ Est. 1894 📸 Iconic Views
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scheduleDaily: 09:30 – 18:00 (Last entry at 17:00)

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Tower Bridge Advance Timed Entry Ticket

The ticket queues at the base of the towers can take over an hour in summer. Book this official advance ticket to secure your time slot and walk straight to the security line.

Standard £13.40
£13.40/ person
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Getting Here

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Location Address

Tower Hamlets / Southwark, London (SE1 2UP)

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Public Bus Services

Local bus lines operate frequent daily services directly to stops adjacent to the attraction entrance.

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Regional Transit Links

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North London / The City

Tower Hill Station (District, Circle)

7 min walk
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South London

London Bridge Station (Jubilee, Northern)

10 min walk

About Tower Bridge Exhibition

Walking across the street-level bridge is free. Tickets are only required for the high-level walkways and Engine Rooms. Booking online in advance secures your timed entry slot.

When compiling a list of the top London attractions, stepping inside the city's most defining landmark is an absolute must. While walking across the street-level road is free, the Tower Bridge Exhibition takes you up inside the iconic Victorian towers. Ascend 42 metres above the River Thames to explore the high-level walkways, brave the thrilling glass floor as double-decker buses pass beneath your feet, and descend into the original subterranean Engine Rooms. Whether you are an engineering buff or just looking for incredible panoramic views, it is undeniably one of the most rewarding things to do in London. However, arriving at the North Tower without a ticket can ruin your itinerary. During weekends and school holidays, the ticket office queue frequently exceeds an hour, and highly sought-after time slots frequently sell out completely. If you want to bypass the massive lines and secure the cheapest tickets, you must book online in advance. Plus, there is no need to scour the web for a promo code; our verified partner link automatically applies the best discount and fast-track entry offers directly to your cart at checkout. **Click below to book your Tower Bridge Exhibition tickets online in advance and secure your timed entry today.**

Quick Facts

  • 🌉Glass Floor Walkway
  • ⚙️Victorian Engines
  • 🏛️Est. 1894
  • 📸Iconic Views
  • scheduleDaily: 09:30 – 18:00 (Last entry at 17:00)
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Insider Tips

  • check_circleCheck the Bridge Lift times: Tower Bridge opens for tall ships up to 800 times a year. Check the official Tower Bridge website schedule for free—if you time your visit right, you can stand on the glass floor while the bridge opens beneath you!
  • check_circleScared of heights?: Don't worry about the glass floor. It only covers a section of the walkway, and there is a solid wooden floor running right alongside it for those who suffer from vertigo.
  • check_circleBundle with the Tower of London: You are literally next door to the Tower of London. It is highly recommended to do both attractions on the same day to save time traveling across the city.
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What to Expect

1. The North Tower Ascent

Enter the North Tower on the Tower of London side of the river. You will take the lift (or climb the 206 stairs) to the top while learning about the bridge's construction.

2. The High-Level Walkways

Cross the East and West walkways 42 metres above the river. Enjoy panoramic views of the Shard, St Paul's, and the docks through the specially designed viewing windows.

3. The Glass Floor

Brave the spectacular glass floor panels to watch red double-decker buses and river boats passing directly beneath your feet.

4. The Victorian Engine Rooms

After descending the South Tower, you must walk back out to street level and follow the blue line on the ground to a separate building to view the massive, coal-driven steam engines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get the cheapest tickets for the Tower Bridge Exhibition? expand_more

The absolute best way to secure the cheapest tickets and guarantee your entry is to book online in advance. While standard gate prices are occasionally the same as online rates, booking digitally through our verified affiliate link automatically applies any available seasonal discount offers directly to your order at checkout—while letting you skip the hour-long ticket desk queue. There is no need to hunt for a promo code.

Is the Tower Bridge Exhibition worth it? expand_more

Yes, it is entirely worth it and consistently ranks as one of the best value-for-money attractions in the city. The £13.40 ticket provides excellent access. Walking across the high-level glass floor is a thrilling experience, and the separate Victorian Engine Rooms offer a fascinating, hands-on look at the massive steam engines that once powered the bridge. It is an excellent mix of history, engineering, and spectacular views.

Can I buy tickets on the day / at the gate? expand_more

While there is a ticket office located at the base of the North Tower, we strongly advise against buying tickets on the day. Walk-up gate queues can be excruciatingly long during peak seasons. Furthermore, because the towers operate on strict capacity limits, prime time slots frequently sell out, forcing spontaneous visitors to wait hours for the next available entry. Always book online in advance to guarantee your time slot and lock in the lowest price.

Is it free to walk across Tower Bridge? expand_more

Yes, walking or driving across the road level of Tower Bridge is completely free and accessible 24/7. You only need to purchase a ticket if you want to go up inside the towers to the high-level walkways and Engine Rooms.

Is Tower Bridge the same as London Bridge? expand_more

No. This is a very common mistake. Tower Bridge is the famous, highly decorative Victorian bridge with two towers. London Bridge is a much plainer, modern concrete bridge located slightly further up the river.

Explore the Area

Tower of London

Tower of London

Standard entry prices include a voluntary 10% donation to Historic Royal Palaces. Children under 5 enter completely free.

The View from The Shard

The View from The Shard

Never buy at the door! Walk-up prices are £37. Book online in advance to guarantee entry from £28.50. Children 3 and under visit free.

St Paul's Cathedral

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Standard sightseeing admission includes the Cathedral Floor, the Crypt, and the Dome Galleries. Children under 6 enter for free.

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