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One of the worlds most photographed bridges, Tower Bridge is often mistaken for London Bridge. Constructed with two towers and connected by two walkways forming a suspension bridge as well as a lower moveable bridge(Bascule Bridge).
Completed in 1894, Tower Bridge today still provides a vital link for crossing The River Thames for motorists as well as pedestrian traffic. Joining Southwark on the south bank with Tower Hamlets on the north bank.
Tower Bridge lower bridge is still opened for river traffic and has become an attraction in itself as spectators line both banks of the river as well from the base of the two tower structures to watch the bridge rise and the large ships pass through.
The Tower Bridge Exhibition is located inside Tower Bridge, giving a detailed view of the workings of the bridge with a tour thru the engine room to spectacular views from the foot bridges atop the massive twin towers.
Operating hours
Winter Months, October - March
10:00 till 18:30 with last admission 17:30
Summer Months, April - September
09:30 - 18:00 with last admission 17:00
Ticket Prices as of September 1st 2009
Adults £7.00
Children 5 to 15 years £3.00
Children under 5 free
Family tickets start at £10.50
Getting to Tower Bridge from around London
Buses service is available by bus routes
15, 42, 78, 100, RV1
Underground Stations
Tower Hill Station on north side of bridge via the District and Circle Lines
London Bridge Station on the south side of bridge via the Northern and Jubilee Lines
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