Tower Bridge Tours
Tower Bridge tours range from walks around the river to itineraries that include admission. Start by checking the guide language, meeting point and the attractions named in the option you select. A ticket on its own is an independent visit, while a guided walk provides commentary on the route described in its booking details.
Our picks: tours and entry
Choose independent bridge entry for flexibility, or the guided Tower ceremony and bridge visit for both sites. The Old City walk is led in Italian.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in British pounds (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Tower opening ceremony and bridge visit
- Royal Beefeaters Opening Ceremony
- Tower Bridge Experience tickets
- English-speaking guide
The ceremony takes place at the Tower of London, followed by bridge admission and entry to the Victorian Engine Rooms.
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Old City walk with Italian guide
- Over 20 stops
- Admission to a panoramic skyscraper
The guide speaks Italian; check the booking details for entry to the bridge and Tower interiors.
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Tower Bridge interior ticket
- Both towers and walkways
- Glass floor and engine rooms
Explore the bridge independently; a guide and priority entry are not included.
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Compare the details and choose the option that suits your plans.
Walking tours and independent visits
A walking tour can introduce the bridge and the surrounding streets before you explore independently. One option has an Italian-speaking guide; check its entry details if you also want to visit the bridge interior. Another combines an English-speaking guide and the Tower opening ceremony with bridge admission. The bridge route itself includes the upper walkways and Engine Rooms. Compare the selected option carefully with a standalone entry ticket.
City sightseeing walks
Walking puts the bridge in the context of the Tower of London and the riverfront. The Victorian crossing and the much older Tower are different places. If your interests are specific, read the history and architecture guides before choosing a route. A walk in the area is not automatically a specialist interior tour, so use the itinerary to decide whether its stops suit your plans.
Bus alternatives
A bus itinerary can be another way to connect sights across London. Check the option and its inclusions carefully: the full-day version of the bus itinerary considered here includes the Tower of London. If the Tower matters to you, confirm the exact choice before booking and leave space for its separate visit.
Planning the visit
Decide first whether you want to cross at road level, enter the bridge or combine it with another attraction. These are different experiences and the booking details matter. The free pedestrian crossing gives you a view of the structure and connects the two banks. An interior ticket takes you through the towers and upper walkways and on to the historic Engine Rooms. The Tower of London is a separate historic site on the north bank. Check which admissions are included before choosing an itinerary.
The bridge visit begins at the North Tower. The route continues across both upper walkways, down through the South Tower and along the Blue Line to the Engine Rooms. Part of the route to the rooms is outdoors, so bring a layer suitable for the weather. Allow time to enjoy the views in both directions and to look at the machinery rather than treating the crossing as the whole visit. A useful guide to the route is our glass floor and walkways page.
The regular bridge opening hours are 09:30 to 18:00, with last entry at 17:00. It closes from 24 to 26 December and opens at 10:00 on 1 January. A bridge lift may delay entry. Check the date on your booking and the current opening hours before setting out, especially if you are combining visits. A scheduled lift is for a vessel and is not part of an admission ticket.
There are lifts in both towers, but they can be unavailable at short notice. Check their status if step-free access matters to your visit. Bags must fit the bridge's size limit and suitcases and wheeled bags are not allowed. For a fuller route, look at getting to the bridge and consider which side of the river you will be on before your next booking.
Making the most of the riverfront
Start by identifying the entrance or meeting point for each part of your day. A walk across the bridge, a timed interior visit and a tour beginning elsewhere can all fit into one itinerary, but each needs its own place in the plan. Keep your booking details accessible and check the date, time and language before leaving. If you are travelling with children, remember that visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult inside the bridge.
For a visit that includes several places, allow room between reservations for the walk and for any delays at the bridge. The moving roadway serves river traffic, so a lift can interrupt a crossing or delay entry. You can check the lift calendar when planning, but the timing of a vessel does not promise a view from inside. Choose a safe position on the riverbank and follow local instructions if you stop to watch.
Photography is allowed inside Tower Bridge without a tripod. Commercial photography and filming should be arranged in advance. Check the rules at any other attraction separately. Look at the seasonal planning guide for the balance between daylight and outdoor sections, and at the area guide if you are choosing which side of the river to stay on.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the street crossing free?
Yes. Entry to the towers and upper walkways is a separate visit.
Does a ticket include a bridge lift?
Bridge lifts serve vessels; a ticket does not guarantee that one occurs during your visit.
Is this the bridge operator?
This is an independent visitor guide. Check the current conditions when booking.