Tower Bridge

Discover the stories behind the engineering, the people, the architecture and the city that built Tower Bridge.

Since 1982, visitors have been able to see inside Tower Bridge and discover the history of the bridge and why it came into existence through fascinating exhibition content. Visitors can also experience the exciting new glass floor and spectacular panoramic views from the high-level Walkways as well as the Victorian Engine Rooms, which house the beautiful steam engines that once powered the bridge lifts. This must-see attraction is the only way to explore London's Defining Landmark!

Save or share this organisation ...

Our family-friendly offer

Tower Bridge is a perfect day out for the family, with plenty of fun activities.

Each month, we'll be dedicating a whole day to interactive, family friendly activities and performances throughout Tower Bridge. Visit our website to find out what's coming up!

Families can also download our brand new FREE Family Trail app and begin exploring Tower Bridge like never before.

We've also created a Family Trail booklet, designed for our youngest visitors and those without smartphones, meaning everyone can enjoy a day of family fun, exploration and imaginative learning!

Accessibility

Tower Bridge is fully accessible, with lift access to all levels. More details information is available on the accessibility page on our website. We also run special Autism friendly early opening mornings, for future dates please visit our learning page.

Our At-Home Activities

Tower Bridge At Home: Making the Bridge Sing Activity Packs

Experience the fantastical world of Hannah Griggs, a real-life cook at Tower Bridge in the 1910s, now online for the very first time with fun, downloadable activity packs.

Age Friendly
Activity sheets

Practice your counting by trying one of our dot to dot pictures or simply enjoy one of our colouring sheets.

1 - 12 years
Make an origami boat

Thousands of ships pass under Tower Bridge each year. Have a go at making your own decorated origami boats!

6 - 16 years
Make a stop motion film

Learn how to make a stop motion film and use the technology in your pocket to bring your favourite story to life.

6 - 16 years
Making a moving Tower Bridge picture

Tower Bridge is famous because it opens for passing boats.

3 - 16 years
Learn Semaphore

When Tower Bridge is about to open, the Bridge Driver needs to speak to the ship to make sure it's ready. Before radio, they used semaphore signals.

5 - 16 years