Are Tower Bridge glass floor tickets separate?

No. Access to the famous Glass Walkway is completely included within all standard entry and London Tower Bridge combo tickets.

Can I skip lines with pre-booked online tickets?

Pre-booked online tickets allow you to entirely skip the main ticket booth purchase lines. However, all arriving guests must stand in a brief queue for the security checkpoint.

Can I see a bridge lift with my admission ticket?

Yes, provided a lift is scheduled during your visit window. Check the official bridge lift times online and aim to be up on the glass walkway roughly 15 minutes before the vessel passes.

Are tickets refundable if a bridge lift is delayed or canceled?

No. Bridge lifts are dictated by active river traffic and maritime law, meaning schedules can change. Because your ticket grants full entry to the permanent exhibitions and walkways, refunds are not issued for lift disruptions.

What is the closest tube station to Tower Bridge?

The closest underground station is Tower Hill (District and Circle lines), which sits just a 7-minute walk away from the north tower entrance.

Is the attraction fully wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Passenger elevators are located in both towers to take visitors up to the high-level walkways, and an external elevator provides smooth access down into the Victorian Engine Rooms.

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Tower Bridge and Engine Rooms Entry Tickets

Step inside Tower Bridge, explore its Engine Rooms, and discover its Victorian engineering up close.

Everything you get: Enjoy timed entry to Tower Bridge and its Victorian Engine Rooms. Walk through interactive exhibitions, learn about the bridge’s 139-year history, see the original steam engines that powered the bridge, and admire city views from the glass walkways.
Why choose this: Get access to one of London’s most iconic landmarks in one visit, and see how the bridge actually works from behind the scenes.
Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a London audio guide or access to an English guided tour of the Tower Bridge and a Thames cruise from Tower Bridge to Westminster.

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1 hr - 3 hrs

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Combos

Combo (Save 8%): Tower of London + Tower Bridge Tickets

What to bring

Tower Bridge

You must present the printed voucher at the main entrance, and you will be allocated a ticket for the next available time slot.

What’s not allowed

Tower of London

Photography is allowed in most areas, except the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.
Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience.
Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.

Tower Bridge

Alcohol, suitcases, wheeled bags, and oversized items are not allowed in this experience.

Accessibility

Tower of London

This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of proof of supporting documents (such as a Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter) at the Ticket Office.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Tower Bridge

This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Tower of London

The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
You can arrive within 30 mins of your ticket time (e.g., between 10am–10:29am). We are unable to guarantee entry before or after your time slot.
Your ticket is valid for one entry only. No re-entry is permitted.

Tower Bridge

On the second Saturday of every month, between 9:30am and 11:30am, entry to Tower Bridge is reserved for Relaxed Opening attendees.
Since queues for Tower Bridge can form outside, be sure to check the forecast beforehand.
As part of security measures, you may be asked to have your belongings screened.

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Combos

Combo (Save 3%): Tower Bridge Tickets + Flexible Thames River Cruise

What’s not allowed

Tower Bridge

Bags larger than 45cm x 35cm x 20cm are not allowed.

Accessibility

Thames River Cruise

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Tower Bridge

The Tower Bridge entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower.
The Tower Bridge team will check your e-ticket once you arrive.
All bags, wheelchairs and pushchairs will be searched.

Thames River Cruise

In the next step, you will be asked to select a time slot. However, note that the cruise has a flexible entry, and you can enter at any time.
The average cruising time for a Thames sightseeing cruise from one pier to the other is 40 mins except for Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier, which is 10 mins.
Please find the route and timetable here.
Facilities: restrooms and baby changing facilities.

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Combos

Combo (Save 5%): Tower Bridge + London Eye Tickets

What’s not allowed Tower Bridge

Bags larger than 45cm x 35cm x 20cm are not allowed.

London Eye

Sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, large suitcases, bags, or rucksacks, smoke bombs, fireworks, glass bottles, illegal substances, rollerblades, scooters, e-scooters, skateboards, tripods, motorcycle helmets, or hot foods are not allowed on this experience.
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility London Eye

Guests with accessible needs are entitled to a free carer ticket with valid documentation.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Ramps are available at the venue for easy access.
Braille guides are available for this experience.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Require special accommodations for your disability? Contact the venue and they'll do their best to assist you.

Additional information Tower Bridge

The Tower Bridge entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower.
The Tower Bridge team will check your e-ticket once you arrive.
All bags, wheelchairs and pushchairs will be searched.

London Eye

Children under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by adults (18+).
Children under the age of 2 years can go for free, but require a ticket to enter.
Expect a wait time of up to 30-60 mins before your experience begins.
Guests should be fully clothed and must wear shoes.
Facilities: restroom, cloakroom, and free Wi-Fi.

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30 mins - 1 hr

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You can visit each attraction only once.
Opening hours and terms for some attractions may change occasionally, so it’s a good idea to check the attraction’s website before your visit.
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Combo: Tower Bridge + Westminster Abbey Tickets

What’s not allowed

Tower Bridge

Bags larger than 45cm x 35cm x 20cm are not allowed.

Westminster Abbey

Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, drones, large bags, suitcases, backpacks, rucksacks, illegal drugs, weapons, and items that make a noise, like whistles, banners, flags, and political slogans, are not allowed on this experience.
Your pets are not allowed on this experience.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Accessibility

Tower Bridge

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Westminster Abbey

This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible to all.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.

Additional information

Tower Bridge

The Tower Bridge entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower.
The Tower Bridge team will check your e-ticket once you arrive.
All bags, wheelchairs and pushchairs will be searched.

Westminster Abbey

Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that Westminster Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly.
Available facilities: restroom.

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Guided Tours

Tower Bridge and Engine Rooms Guided Tour with Thames River Cruise

What’s not allowed

Alcohol, bags larger than 45cm x 35cm x 20cm, strollers, and baby carriages are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

The Tower Bridge entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower.
The Tower Bridge team will check your e-ticket once you arrive.
All bags, wheelchairs and pushchairs will be searched.
This tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.

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3 hrs

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Skip-the-Line Tower Bridge Tickets and Tower of London Early-Access Guided Tour with Beefeater Opening Ceremony

What’s not allowed

Tower Bridge

Alcohol, bags larger than 45cm x 35cm x 20cm, strollers, and baby carriages are not allowed on this experience.

Tower of London

Photography is allowed in most areas, except the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.
Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience.
Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.

Accessibility

Tower Bridge

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Tower of London

This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of proof of supporting documents (such as a Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter) at the Ticket Office.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Tower Bridge

The Tower Bridge entrance is located on the west side of the North Tower.
The Tower Bridge team will check your e-ticket once you arrive.
All bags, wheelchairs and pushchairs will be searched.
This tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Tower of London

The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.

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3 hrs

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Quick visitor guide

Ways to explore: Enjoy self-guided or guided access to both the high-level Glass Walkway and the historic Victorian Engine Rooms.
What's included: Your London Tower Bridge admission covers the North & South Towers, the Glass Walkway, and the Engine Rooms.
Queues & access: Pre-booked Tower Bridge entry tickets feature timed entry slots to minimize wait times. Please allow 10–20 minutes for mandatory security checks.
When to book: Reserve your tickets online several days in advance, especially during the summer months and holiday weekends.
Duration: Allow approximately 60 to 90 minutes for a complete, unhurried self-guided experience.
Best upgrade: Pair your visit with a Thames River cruise combo ticket to experience this iconic landmark from both the sky and the water.

Which Tower Bridge ticket is best for you

Ticket type	Access type	Highlights & inclusions	Guide included?	Upgrades available	Why pick this
Tower Bridge and Engine Rooms Entry Tickets	Timed entry	Glass Walkway, Towers & Victorian Engine Rooms	No	Guided Tower Bridge tour, Thames cruise to Westminster, London audio guide	Best value option for exploring Tower Bridge at your own pace.
Tower Bridge Guided Tour + Thames Cruise	Guided tour (Small group)	Guided visit to the Towers, Glass Walkway, Engine Rooms & Thames cruise to Westminster	Yes	None	Great for visitors wanting expert storytelling with scenic river views.
Tower Bridge + Tower of London Early-Access Tour	Early-access guided combo	Tower Bridge entry, Crown Jewels, Opening Ceremony & Beefeater-led Tower access	Yes	None	Perfect for crowd-free access and deeper historical insights.
Tower Bridge + Westminster Abbey Tickets	Combo entry	Tower Bridge, Engine Rooms & Westminster Abbey entry	No	None	Ideal for history and architecture lovers visiting two iconic landmarks.
Tower Bridge + London Eye Tickets	Combo entry	Tower Bridge, Engine Rooms & 30-min London Eye ride	No	None	Combines skyline views with one of London’s most famous landmarks.
Tower Bridge + Flexible Thames Cruise	Combo entry	Tower Bridge entry & flexible one-way Thames sightseeing cruise	No	None	Flexible and convenient for sightseeing across central London.
Tower of London + Tower Bridge Combo	Combo entry	Tower Bridge, Engine Rooms, Tower of London & Crown Jewels	No	None	Covers two major riverside attractions located just minutes apart.

What to expect at Tower Bridge

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Walk inside a Victorian landmark

Step inside the North Tower to discover modern interactive exhibits detailing the construction workers and brilliant engineering minds behind the world's most famous suspension bridge.

Brave the Tower Bridge glass floor:

Head out onto the high-level walkways. The spectacular glass floor sections let you look 42 meters straight down to observe passing red double-decker buses and river traffic below.

Gaze upon the London skyline

Take in unobstructed panoramic views of St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, the historic Tower of London, and Canary Wharf.

Discover the historic engine rooms

Descend to river level and follow the historic Blue Line to the original Victorian Engine Rooms. Stand among the massive, immaculately preserved steam engines that originally lifted the bridge's heavy bascules.

Witness the bridge in action

If you coordinate your entry times with the public lift schedule, you can watch the massive roadway split and rise right beneath your feet.

Enhance your experience

Combine your ticket with a guided tour for expert insight into the Bridge's architecture, or choose a combo with a Thames River cruise to see the structure from the water.

Things to know before booking your Tower Bridge entry tickets

Book online to lock in your time: All Tower Bridge entry tickets operate on a timed entry system. Booking your slot online guarantees entry and completely bypasses the unpredictable on-site ticket purchasing lines.
Guided vs. self-guided tours: A standard Tower Bridge tour is self-guided, featuring comprehensive signage. However, if you want deep historical context regarding the Victorian design, upgrading to an expert-led guided tour is highly recommended.
Cancellation & refund policies: Standard entry tickets are generally non-refundable. However, most iconic London combo tickets feature a flexible 48-hour cancellation policy for full peace of mind.
Accessibility & family information: The entirety of the standard visitor route is fully wheelchair accessible via dedicated elevators. Registered carers receive free entry alongside a disabled guest. Please note: Unlike restricted technical engineering tours, the high-level Glass Walkways have no height limitations, so children of all ages and sizes are welcome.
Bridge lifts are free to watch: Your ticket gets you inside the exhibitions, but watching the bridge open from river level is entirely free. Check the official monthly lift timetables to coordinate your visit.

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Glass Walkway

Walk 42 meters above the River Thames on Tower Bridge’s famous glass floor walkway and watch red buses, riverboats, and pedestrians move beneath your feet. The elevated vantage point also opens up spectacular skyline views stretching across central London’s historic landmarks and modern skyscrapers.

Note: If you experience vertigo, don't worry, there are solid wooden borders running along both sides of the glass floor panels so you can walk across comfortably.

North & South Towers

Explore the bridge’s iconic twin towers and trace the story behind one of London’s greatest engineering achievements. Interactive exhibits, archival photographs, and multimedia displays reveal how Tower Bridge was designed, constructed, and transformed into a symbol recognized around the world since 1894.

Victorian Engine Rooms

Step inside the original Victorian Engine Rooms and see the massive steam-powered machinery that once lifted the bridge for passing ships. Coal boilers, hydraulic accumulators, and preserved engines showcase the remarkable technology that kept Tower Bridge operating during London’s busiest industrial years.

Panoramic Thames Views

The high-level walkways offer some of the best panoramic views along the Thames. From here, you can spot landmarks like the Tower of London, The Shard, and St Paul's Cathedral while watching boats cruise through the heart of the city.

The Blue Line Walkway

Walk through the striking blue high-level walkways that connect the North and South Towers above the river. Originally built to help pedestrians cross while the bridge opened below, these elevated pathways now provide unique photo angles and fascinating views of London’s riverside activity.

Bridge lift viewing

Discover how Tower Bridge still opens for river traffic more than a century after it first began operating. Interactive displays and lift information explain the bridge’s bascule system, showing how enormous sections of the roadway continue rising to allow large vessels through the Thames.

Interactive Displays & Exhibits

Throughout the attraction, touchscreen exhibits, historic films, engineering models, and immersive displays bring Tower Bridge’s story to life. Instead of simply reading information panels, visitors can engage with the bridge’s history through visuals, recreated machinery components, and behind-the-scenes construction details.

Plan your visit to Tower Bridge

Daily opening hours: 9:30am to 6pm
Last admission slot: 5pm
Annual closures: December 24th through December 26th.
Relaxed openings: Hosted every second Saturday of the month (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM) for visitors requiring a calmer, sensory-friendly environment.
Best time of day: Visit right at opening (9:30am) or after 3:30pm to bypass peak midday tour groups.
Best season: The winter months (December to February) offer a quiet, relaxed atmosphere inside the towers. Peak spring and summer slots sell out weeks in advance.

Tower Bridge timings

Lifts: Two lifts serve the high-level walkways (one in the North Tower, one in the South Tower). An external lift accesses the Engine Room entrance.
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available on the high-level walkways.
Restrooms: Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are located in the South Tower and the Engine Rooms.
Wheelchair access: Tower Bridge is generally wheelchair accessible via the lifts in the North/South Towers and the external lift to the Engine Rooms.
Accessibility aids: Wheelchairs and large-print/braille booklets are available to borrow from the Ticket Office and Engine Rooms entrances.
Guide dogs: Guide and assistance dogs are permitted inside the Tower Bridge.

Bags & security: Bags larger than 40cm x 20cm x 25cm are not permitted. All permitted bags are subject to a security search upon entry.
Pets: Dogs on a leash are generally permitted; however, the number may be restricted during busy hours. Guide dogs are always welcome.

Tower Bridge sign with City of London crest.

Located near the exit after the Engine Rooms exhibition, the shop offers a wide range of memorabilia, souvenirs, and gifts related to Tower Bridge and London architecture.

Must-buy: Tower Bridge-themed architectural models and collectables.

Insider tips for your Tower Bridge experience

Arrive early for security: Plan to arrive at the main queue 15 minutes before your stamped ticket slot. All guests must go through a mandatory bag screening before scanning their Tower Bridge tickets.
Check bridge lift timings before your visit: Tower Bridge still opens for river vessels several times a week. Timing your visit with a scheduled bridge lift lets you watch the massive bascules rise from the glass walkway itself, which completely changes the experience compared to a standard visit.
Start from the North Tower for quieter photos: Most visitors stop immediately at the first glass floor section, creating bottlenecks. Continue toward the South Tower first, then circle back later for noticeably clearer walkway photos and less crowded skyline viewpoints.
Follow the historic blue line: Upon exiting the South Tower, follow the painted Blue Line on the pavement. This line guides you directly to the Engine Rooms entry and honors the unsung workers who built the bridge.
Immerse yourself in the engine room soundscape: When you enter the subterranean Engine Rooms, stop and listen. The exhibit features a fully synchronized ambient audio design mimicking the historical steam, hissing valves, and grinding gears of the 19th century.
Look for the preserved worker markings in the Engine Rooms: Beyond the giant machinery, smaller details often go unnoticed. Keep an eye out for original manufacturer plaques, engineering stamps, and maintenance markings left behind by Victorian workers who operated the hydraulic systems daily.
Use the high-level walkways for landmark spotting: The elevated walkways are perfectly positioned for identifying major London landmarks without needing a separate viewpoint attraction. On clear days, you can easily trace the Thames route west toward Westminster and east toward Canary Wharf.
Visit during late afternoon for better lighting: Around golden hour, sunlight hits the bridge’s steel framework and the Thames at an angle that makes both skyline and interior photographs noticeably richer. The city lights beginning to switch on also add a completely different atmosphere indoors.
Watch the river traffic from both walkway sides: Each side of the bridge offers a different perspective. One side frames landmarks like the Tower of London and central London, while the opposite side gives broader views of docklands, modern skyscrapers, and passing cargo vessels.

Frequently asked questions about Tower Bridge tickets

Standard tickets grant complete access to the high-level Glass Walkway, the historic North & South Towers, and the Victorian Engine Rooms.

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Tower Bridge and Engine Rooms Entry Tickets

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