Tower Bridge Opening Timings | Hours & Best Time To Visit

Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge is open daily from 9:30am to 6pm, with the last entry at 5pm.

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)	TIMINGS	Last Admission
Monday	09:30–18:00	17:00
Tuesday	09:30–18:00	17:00
Wednesday	09:30–18:00	17:00
Thursday (Today)	09:30–18:00	17:00
Friday	09:30–18:00	17:00
Saturday	09:30–18:00	17:00
Sunday	09:30–18:00	17:00

On the second Saturday of every month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, entry to Tower Bridge is reserved exclusively for Relaxed Opening attendees.

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Best time to visit the Tower Bridge

Weekday vs Weekend

Choosing between a weekday or weekend visit to Tower Bridge depends on your preferences and schedule.
Weekdays tend to be less crowded, making it easier to navigate the glass walkway and enjoy the views with fewer people around. Additionally, on weekdays, you might encounter shorter queues at the ticket office and have more space to explore at your own pace.
However, weekends often offer more flexibility for those with busy weekday schedules. Ultimately, the best time to visit Tower Bridge depends on your personal preferences and availability.

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Pleasant

Crowded

Very Crowded

Closed

Peak season vs low season

Peak season, typically during the summer months from June to August, and major holidays, offers longer daylight hours and potentially better weather, enhancing the experience of walking across the Glass Floors and enjoying the panoramic views of London. However, peak season also means larger crowds and longer queues.
On the other hand, visiting during the low season, such as late autumn or winter, offers the advantage of fewer tourists and shorter queues, allowing for a more intimate and relaxed exploration of the bridge.

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Moderate Season

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What is Tower Bridge's Relaxed Opening?

Every second Saturday of the month, between 9:30am and 11:30am, entry is reserved for their Relaxed Opening visitors. You can explore Tower Bridge in a calm and relaxed atmosphere during these hours. Visitors can explore the Towers, Glass Floor, and Engine Rooms and even take part in a trail with their families. During these hours:

Visitors are limited.
Loud noises are controlled by turning off hand dryers and loud soundscapes and videos.
Staff will be given disability awareness sessions.
You can use the Visual Story to help you plan your visit.
Access Toolkits that contain sensory items to help assist visitors who may be overwhelmed by the new environment can be used.

Note: The Tower Bridge reopens to the public at 11:30am. Relaxed Opening visitors, however, can stay for as long as they like.

How long should I spend at Tower Bridge?

Exploring Tower Bridge in its entirety typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours. This allows ample time to walk across the high-level walkways, visit the Engine Rooms, and enjoy the panoramic views. If you're particularly interested in the history and machinery, allocate extra time for the Engine Rooms. Keep in mind that wait times for the bridge lift schedule, if you want to witness it, might add to the overall duration. Overall, a couple of hours should suffice for a comprehensive visit to this iconic London landmark.

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