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Visit Tower Bridge Exhibition
Best time to visit
Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and catch the best light through the glass walkway. Weekdays in spring or autumn are ideal for mild weather and fewer visitors.
Budget tips
Tickets are usually around £12-15; kids under 5 enter free. Use a London Pass for entry to several attractions including this one, and book online in advance for a small discount.
Recommended for
History buffs, Engineering enthusiasts, Families, Photography enthusiasts
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Quick facts: The bridge lifts its bascules about 1,000 times a year to let ships pass, a spectacle you can watch live from the high-level walkways. The Exhibition explores over 125 years of engineering ingenuity that shaped the London skyline.
Highlights: The high-level glass floor offers thrilling views 42 meters above the River Thames where you can spot the mechanics of the lifting bascules and watch boats slide underneath. Behind Victorian engine rooms, original steam engines still house the powerful gear systems that once raised the bridge’s roadways.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes as there’s a fair amount of walking and stairs involved.
- Grab photos on the glass floor for a unique perspective of the river below.
- Skip climbing the bridge towers if you have limited time; focus on the engine rooms and bascules.
- Avoid weekends and school holidays to dodge the largest crowds.
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