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Tour the Most Famous Bridge in London: Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge is the most famous bridge in London. It is a combined bascule and suspension bridge that was built during the Victorian era so that people could easily cross the River Thames. Since that time, the bridge has evolved into one of the most iconic structures in England. You can learn about the history of this bridge and see some spectacular views from the top when you do tour the Tower Bridge Exhibition.

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Tour Tower Bridge Exhibition

Most people don’t know that you can actually tour Tower Bridge.

The Tower Bridge Exhibition teaches the fascinating history of the most famous bridge in London!

London Bridge Exhibition Video

It features a range of interactive displays and exhibits, as well as audio-visual presentations that detail everything from the construction of the bridge to the backstories of the cooks, coal stokers, and engineers that worked behind the scenes to power this structure.

Tower Bridge Exhibition in London

Tower bridge has two towers that are connected by two walkways and walking across is one of the best things about this tour.

Standing on the London Bridge

There is a glass floor so that you can see the road &/or the river below as your cross.

Seeing the river will depend on if the bridge is up while you are on it.

The bridge opens about 850 times a year and is on a strict schedule.

The bridge lift times vary based on the ships in the area. Not there during the bridge lift?

London Bridge App

You can download the Raise Tower Bridge app in which you can see a full 360-degree panoramic video of the Bridge being raised from inside the Exhibition!

View from London Bridge

The view from the top of the Tower of London and the Thames is also quite spectacular!

London Bridge

London Tower Bridge Exhibition Tickets

We encourage you to purchase your London Tower Bridge Tickets in advance because it does require a timed entrance.

If you are traveling with the London Pass, your entry is free.

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If you aren’t using the London Pass, you may look into booking a ticket that gets you into the most famous bridge in London and another popular tourist site like the Tower of London.

Tower Bridge Exhibition Entrance

The entrance to the exhibition is in the bridge’s northwest tower. You will take a lift to the top of the tower.

View of London Bridge

The Tower Bridge Exhibition and Tour is a great way to learn the history of the most famous bridge in London and see a whole new perspective of London & the Thames.

Have you checked out the Tower Bridge Exhibition in London? What did you think?

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