02 Opening Hours and Rates
03 Group Tours
04 Learning
05 Frequently Asked Questions
06 Further Information
07 Additional Services at Tower Bridge
08 How to Find Us
09 Restaurants and Hotels
10 The Monument
11 Nearby Attractions
12 Useful Contact Numbers
13 Parking

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1 April – 30 September 10:00am – 5:30pm
(last admission)
1 October – 31 March 9:30am – 5:00pm
(last admission)
Note: Tower Bridge Exhibition is closed
24 - 26 December and open from 10:00 on 1 January.
Tower Bridge Exhibition is an extremely popular visitor attraction, with over half a million visitors per year. In order to ensure that your group gets the most from the experience try to avoid the busy lunch time rush. A morning visit to Tower Bridge is the perfect start to a day out in London.
Adults £9.00
Children (5-15) £3.90
Senior £6.30
Student (16+)
Under 5
£6.30
Free
Adults £7.65
Children (5-15) £3.40
Senior £5.65
Student (16+)
Under 5
£5.65
Free

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Treat your group to a tour inside the most famous bridge in the world.
Learn about its history while exploring the Bridge’s iconic structure, current exhibitions and magnificent Victorian
Engine Rooms, as well as experiencing the high-level
Walkways’ newest spectacular feature: the glass floor.
Tower Bridge Exhibition Full Visit
Arriving at the North West Tower, you are taken by lift 42 metres above the River Thames to enjoy a short animation about the Bridge’s conception before moving to the two
Walkways where you can now see London life through a glass floor. Here you can also admire stunning panoramic views across London, new digital content showcasing how the Bridge raises in its modern context and a refresh of the popular display, ‘Great Bridges of the World’. Having exited via a lift in the South Tower, follow the blue line to the atmospheric Victorian Engine Rooms to learn about the original workings of the Bridge and marvel at the steam engines that have been meticulously maintained.
Group size: 10 or more
Duration of visit: 1½ hours
Prices: Adults: £7.65, Children £3.40
Seniors and Students: (with valid I.D.) £5.65
Tower Bridge Exhibition Personal Guided Tour
Enhance your group visit to Tower Bridge with an in-depth tour of the Exhibition by one of our knowledgeable Guides.
Leading the group through the Bridge’s Towers, high-level
Walkways and glass floor and down to the Victorian Engine
Rooms, your personal Guide will combine key facts with anecdotes, ensuring that everyone leaves enriched by the history of the most famous bridge in the world.
Group size: 10 or more
Duration of visit: 1½ hours
Price: £56.00 per group of up to 20 people in addition to standard ticket prices.
Tower Bridge Exhibition Personal Guided Evening Tour
A private evening tour provides the ideal opportunity to explore Tower Bridge after Exhibition closing in an exclusive setting, taking in the unique viewpoint through the glass floor, amazing panoramic views – and often sunsets – from the Walkways and the majestic Engine
Rooms with insight into Tower Bridge’s history and points of interest provided by one of our expert Guides. This tour can only be confirmed five workings days prior to the date of the tour, and upon receipt of payment.
Group size: 10 min.– 20 max.
Duration of visit: 1½ hours
(Summer: from 18.30. Winter: from 18:00)
Price: £21.50 per person
Behind-the-Scenes Personal Guided Tour
This exclusive tour takes groups to areas unseen by
Exhibition ticket holders. Led by an experienced Technical
Officer, visitors will view the Bridge control rooms where they can see both new and old bridge lifting equipment, and down to the immense Bascule Chambers that reach below the river bed. This also includes a Personal Guided
Tour of Tower Bridge Exhibition, including the Walkways and Victorian Engine Rooms. Please note that this tour features steep stairs and areas that are considered confined spaces. Please discuss access requirements with us before booking a Behind-the-Scenes tour. This tour must be prebooked at least two weeks in advance and is available during the winter months only (October – March).
Group size: 6 min.– 12 max.
Duration of visit: 2 hours (15:00 – 17:00)
Price: £32.50 per person
Ages: Persons must be over 14 years; persons
14-18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
NB: For all tours, payment is required in advance at least two weeks prior to the date of visit.

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Kids and schools are invited to step inside the most famous bridge in the world to explore the history and engineering of this iconic structure and its environment through fascinating, hands-on workshops.
Working with local teachers, Tower Bridge’s new learning programme aligns with the national curriculum and is aimed at Key Stage 2 pupils, but can be adapted to younger or older children. Supported by a new dedicated facility, the Bridge Master’s Learning Centre, it offers three
FREE cross-curricular workshops on local history and geography, STEM and bridges, and is delivered by our experienced learning and community engagement team.
Workshops take place every week accommodating up to
30 children per session. They must be booked a minimum of two weeks in advance and are included at the normal school visit rate.
For more information about the workshops and your school visit please contact our Learning and Community
Engagement team on 020 7940 8397 or via email learning@towerbridge.org.uk
We have also been working with the Guy Fox History
Project to produce education packs to aid learning both in and out of the classroom. Download the ‘Monument
Education Pack’ to discover more about the Great Fire of London in 1666 and the ‘Guy Fox Explore Kit’ to explore the historic area and its iconic landmarks. www.towerbridge.org.uk

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Where exactly is the entrance to
Tower Bridge Exhibition?
The ticket office is a glass fronted structure that can be found at the North West Tower of the Bridge. The tour concludes at the Engine Rooms which are situated underneath the bridge on the South Bank, however, groups may also begin their tour at the Engine Rooms.
A map is shown on page eight.
How long will I spend at the Exhibition?
We recommend allowing 1–1½ hours for a visit, although as it is a self-guided visit you are welcome to move through at your own pace.
If I bring my group, is it necessary to book?
We do advise you to book your group visit in advance to ensure you receive the group rate and to avoid your visit clashing with any other large parties. Payment for group bookings is required at least two weeks prior to the date of visit.
Can we take pictures from the Walkways?
Yes, you can take pictures anywhere on the Bridge or in the Engine Rooms. We have special windows that open in the Walkways so that you can take pictures without having glass in front of your camera lens.
Where are the toilets?
There are toilets within the South Tower which are accessible once you have passed through the ticket office and gone up in the lift. There are also toilets in the Engine
Rooms, just by the entrance.
Will we see a bridge lift through the new glass floor in the Walkways?
Yes, as long as you plan your visit to coincide with a bridge lift ( towerbridge.org/TBE/EN/BridgeLiftTimes).
If there is not a scheduled bridge lift at the time of your visit you can download our new FREE ‘Raise Tower
Bridge’ app which enables you to enjoy a full 360-degree panoramic video of the Bridge being raised beneath your feet. Almost as good as the real thing!
Do you have a gift shop?
Yes, it is located by the Engine Rooms but can be visited at any time without partaking in a tour.
Where does our coach park?
There is a coach park conveniently located near the Tower of London. Alternatively the driver could drop you off on
Tooley Street next to the Bridge or outside the Guoman
Tower Hotel. More detailed information on coach parking is included on page 13.
Is there somewhere we can eat nearby?
There are plenty of cafes, restaurants and pubs around
Shad Thames and further along the river within Hays
Galleria. Included in this pack you will find a selection of restaurants with telephone numbers so you can book in advance.

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Tower Bridge Exhibition is happy to provide all group organisers with complimentary tickets, in order that they may visit the Bridge in advance and successfully plan their trip.
Tower Bridge Exhibition is fully accessible to all visitors.
There are lifts to take visitors to all levels in the Towers and Walkways, and the Engine Rooms are a short distance away on the south side of the Bridge. There is also a lift to take visitors down to river level and the guide in the lift will happily direct you on your exit. Alternatively, please ask for an Access for All guide when making your booking. Wheelchairs are also available for visitor use.
We hold special events throughout the year, for more information visit our website: www.towerbridge.org.uk
Even after 120 years, the sight of Tower Bridge being raised is magnificent. Time your visit to the Exhibition with a bridge lift to experience the magic from a unique viewpoint through the glass floor, 42 metres above the
River Thames. Alternatively, ask the group booking co-ordinator about the best viewing points.
For the schedule, call the Bridge Lift Hotline on 0207 940 3984 or check the website at: www.towerbridge.org/TBE/EN/BridgeLiftTimes

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Tower Bridge offers an exquisite setting for events inside the world famous landmark, boosted by the expertise of events management partner, Seasoned Events. The
Bridge houses three areas that can be hired out for functions, perfect for adding a “wow” factor to all types of events from corporate dinners and drink receptions, to both formal and informal day time meetings, private parties and wedding ceremonies.
The Walkways offer stunning panoramic views across
London, while the Victorian Engine Rooms provide the perfect backdrop to any event that requires something extraordinary. The charming North Tower Lounge is a flexible space that suits meetings and presentations as well as elegant evening functions and weddings. A venue hire brochure can be downloaded from the website and is available upon request.
For further information please call 020 7497 9222 or email towerbridge@seasonedevents.co.uk
Tower Bridge has a licence to hold civil ceremonies and partnerships with up to 70 guests in attendance.
Couples can exchange vows in the high-level Walkways with stunning panoramic London views or in the North
Tower Lounge, a magnificent room with high ceilings and arched windows providing views across the Thames.
For the evening reception, the Engine Rooms also offers something memorable.
For further information please call 020 7497 9222 or email towerbridge@seasonedevents.co.uk
Tower Bridge is a popular location for the filming of both television programmes and feature films. It has been used for the backdrop of numerous productions, whilst many film crews have taken advantage of the amazing views that Tower Bridge has to offer.
Some of the most famous films that have scenes involving the Bridge are:
Sherlock Holmes
Standing on the incomplete Walkways Holmes fights off his nemesis whist avoiding the 42 metre drop to the Thames.
Bridget Jones Diary
Bridget’s walk to work is over the Bridge and Daniel
Cleever lives on Shad Thames.
James Bond – Die Another Day
Bond was seen driving a speedboat underneath
Tower Bridge.
Thunderbirds
The Thunderbird ship was filmed racing through Tower
Bridge and landing nearby.

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Please go to the entrance of Tower Bridge
Exhibition, located on the north west side of the Bridge where you will find the ticket office.
Tower Bridge Exhibition is an extremely popular visitor attraction, with over half a million visitors per year. In order to ensure that your group gets the most from the experience try to avoid the busy lunch time rush. A morning visit to Tower Bridge is the perfect start to a day out in London.
Rail: London Bridge, Fenchurch Street and Tower
Gateway DLR
Underground: Tower Hill (District Line and Circle
Line), London Bridge (Jubilee and Northern Line)
Bus Routes: 15, 25 (Sat/Sun) 42, 78, 100, RV1
Boats: If you are taking a cruise along the river, you can alight at St Katharine Docks or the Tower
Millennium Pier
Coaches: See page 13 for details of car and coach parking
Address: Tower Bridge Exhibition, Tower Bridge
Road, London, SE1 2UP
Entrance:
North Tower,
Tower Bridge
Walkways

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There are a wide range of cafes and restaurants on both the north and south sides of Tower Bridge, with areas such as St Katharine Docks, Shad Thames and More
London offering great places to eat.
Shades – Café
16 Shad Thames
London
SE1 2NW
Tel: 020 7403 5606
The Bridge House – Restaurant/Bar
218 Tower Bridge Road
London
SE1 2UP
Tel: 020 7407 5818
All Bar One – Bar/Restaurant
34 Shad Thames
London
SE1 2YG
Tel: 020 7940 9771
The Brasserie Restaurant
(Guoman Tower Hotel)
Guoman Tower
St Katharine’s Way
London
E1W 1LD
Tel: 020 7481 2575
Strada – Café/Restaurant
2 More London Place
Tooley Street
London
SE1 2JP
Tel: 020 7403 8321
The Grange Hotel
8-14 Cooper’s Row
London
EC3N 2BQ
Enquiries: 020 7863 3700
Email: City@grangehotels.com
Web: www.grangehotels.com
Guoman Tower Hotel
Guoman Tower
St Katharine’s Way
London
E1W 1LD
Enquiries: 0870 376 9036
Web: www.guoman.com
The Chamberlain Hotel
130 - 135 Minories
City of London
London
EC3 1NU
Enquiries: 020 7680 1500
Email: thechamberlain@fullers.co.uk
Web: www.thechamberlainhotel.com
Premier Travel Lodge
159 Tower Bridge Road
London
SE1 3LP
Enquiries: 00871 527 8678
Web: www.premiertravelinn.com

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The Monument commemorates one of the most famous events in London’s history. Designed by Sir Christopher
Wren and Dr Robert Hooke, and completed in 1677, this colossal column remembers the Great Fire of London and celebrates the City which rose from the ashes.
Every year, over 150,000 visitors climb the 311 spiral steps to the Monument’s observation gallery to enjoy unique and exhilarating 360 degree views of the capital. Those that successfully reach the top are even rewarded with a certificate.
In 2010, the City of London completed a major restoration of the landmark, costing £4.5 million, and which is undertaken only once every 100 years. It has had the most dramatic impact yet, with its success being recognised through awards for renovation from both the Royal
Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Royal Institute of British Architects, as well as having won the City
Heritage award.
1 April – 30 September 9:30am – 5:30pm
(last admission)
1 October – 31 March 9:30am – 5:00pm
(last admission)
Adults £4.00
Children £2.00
Concessions £2.70

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HMS Belfast is Europe’s only surviving big-gun armoured warship. She entered commission in 1939 and, after a distinguished career, sailed up the Thames and under
Tower Bridge to a permanent mooring in 1971. Visitors are welcome to explore all nine decks of this famous ship. www.iwm.org.uk/belfast
Tel: 020 7940 6300
Distance from Tower Bridge: A five-minute walk.
This dock, situated just east of Tower Bridge, dates back to 1824. In its heyday as a working dock, luxury goods such as ivory, spices and cigars were delivered here.
Today you can see some historic 19th century barges, lots of nice restaurants, bistros and pubs in the docks, making it popular with tourists.
www.skdocks.co.uk
Tel: 020 7488 0555
Distance from Tower Bridge: A ten-minute walk
The Tower of London is a treasure house of English history. The Crown Jewels are on display here and you’ll find Beefeaters on duty, continuing a tradition that spans centuries. In its 900 year history, the Tower has been a royal palace and fortress, a prison and place of execution.
www.hrp.org.uk/webcode/home.asp
Tel: 0870 756 6060
Distance from Tower Bridge: A ten-minute walk
Southwark Cathedral is the oldest cathedral church building in London, and there has been a church on the current site since AD 606 - archaeological evidence shows there was Roman pagan worship here even before that. cathedral.southwark.anglican.org
Tel: 020 7367 6700
Distance from Tower Bridge: A fifteen-minute walk
The Museum of London represents a quarter of a million years of history. The collections include over a million items - discover them in the galleries and exhibitions at the museum.
www.museumoflondon.org.uk
Tel: 020 7001 9844
Distance from Tower Bridge: A 25-minute walk.
Hop on a City Cruises sightseeing trip and experience the splendour of London from the relaxed comfort of a modern, purpose-built, allweather, wheel-chair friendly vessel. Around every bend learn more about the fascinating history of London. Travel from Westminster to
Greenwich taking in both modern day and historic London icons, from Tower Bridge to Canary Wharf.
www.citycruises.com
Tel: 020 77 400 400
Distance from Tower Bridge: A five-minute walk
The City of London Corporation’s Guildhall Art Gallery was established in 1886 as, ‘a Collection of Art Treasures worthy of the capital city’. Located in Guildhall Yard, a tranquil and historic square in the middle of the City, the
Gallery holds works dating from 1670 to the present, documenting London’s dramatic history.
www.guildhallartgallery.cityoflondon.gov.uk
Tel: 020 7332 3700
Distance from Tower Bridge: A twenty-minute walk
Wren Churches (St Magnus, All Hallow & St Olaves)
Trinity House
City Information Centre

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Groups Booking: 020 7407 9191
Learning & Engagement Team:
General Information:
Bridge Lift Information:
Website: www.towerbridge.org.uk
Email: enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk.
020 7940 8397
020 7403 3761
020 7940 3984
National Rail:
08457 484950 www.nationalrail.co.uk
Transport for London:
0343 222 1234 www.tfl.gov.uk
The Walkways:
Bridge Master’s Venues:
Website: www.towerbridge.org.uk.
020 7497 9222
020 7497 9222
Visit London: www.visitlondon.com
Visit Britain:
020 8846 9000 www.visitbritain.com
City Information Centre:
020 7606 3030 www.cityoflondon.gov.uk

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Although Tower Bridge Exhibition does not have its own car park, there are plenty of car parks located nearby.
Please find details below:
Note: Tower Bridge is a Red Route and there can be no stopping at any time.
The Minories
Located on Mansell Street is a few minutes walk north of
Tower Bridge, no coaches are permitted in this car park.
Tel: 020 7702 9160
Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day, there are 400 spaces available including five disabled spaces.
Guoman Hotel
Located on the north bank of the river next to Tower Bridge.
NCP Car Parks
There are various NCP car parks located close to Tower
Bridge - London Snowfields is located on Kipling Street near London Bridge Station. There are several car parks in the City and in Southwark all of which are located
15 – 20 minutes walk away from the Exhibition.
For information: www.ncp.co.uk
Tower Hill
Located on Lower Thames Street, opposite Sugar Quay, a short walk away from the Exhibition.
Tel: 020 7626 3065
Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, there are 110 spaces available including five disabled spaces.
Coach drop off points
The car parks are located close to Tower Bridge, coaches can drop off and collect from the Tower Hill car park, where it is free for 15 minutes. Many coaches also drop off and collect from Tooley Street.
On street parking
City of London (north side of the Bridge).
Maximum stay 2 hours (£1 coins only).
Electric vehicles free.

Tower Bridge The most famous bridge in the world
Tower Bridge is provided by the City of London Corporation - a uniquely diverse organisation in that it not only promotes and supports the City and provides it with a full range of services, but also provides wider services for London and the nation as a whole.