Groups and Tours
A visit to Tower Bridge Exhibition is the most exciting way to
explore and experience the most famous Bridge in the world. Within
the Bridge's iconic structure and magnificent Victorian Engine
rooms there is plenty to see and do!
Below is our full range of tours and services.
Groups of 10 people or more should contact our group bookings
department on +44 (0) 207 407 9191 or email
enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk.
Tower Bridge Exhibition - Full Visit
Average duration of visit: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Visit Tower Bridge Exhibition and discover its colourful history
from Victorian times to the present day. Films and interactive
displays in the Towers and the high-level Walkways provide insights
into how and why the Bridge came into existence.
From the Walkways, 42 meters above the River Thames, visitors
can admire stunning panoramic views, spying such popular London
landmarks as St Paul's Cathedral and the Monument to the west and
St Katharine's Dock leading to Canary Wharf to the east.
After watching a short video about why Tower Bridge was built,
guests can make their way to the East Walkway which houses the
exhibition 'Great Bridges of the World'. This photographic
exhibition features over 20 Bridges, each of which represents a
breathtaking feat of engineering.
In the south tower a new animation shows the construction of the
Bridge, before guests proceed to the West Walkway where they can
view the River Thames: Source to Sea Exhibition. This amazing and
beautiful photographic exhibition tracks the River Thames from
Thames Head near Cirencester to the open waters of the Thames
Estuary.
Continue on to the original lifting machinery in the Victorian
Engine Rooms, complete with sounds and smells that transport you
back in time to the Bridge's origins. You will also experience a
virtual Bridge lift, providing you with a unique view of the
Bascules being raised.
Guests can also experience the amazing daredevil stunt performed
by freestyle motocross star Robbie Maddison. The early hours of the
13th July 2009 saw him perform a spectacular back flip between the
open bascules of the Bridge, soaring nearly 100ft over the Thames.
This exciting display situated in the Victorian Engine Rooms
includes footage of the jump as well as the actual bike itself!
A visit to the Gift Shop before leaving allows the chance to
take home a memento of your day.
This is a self guided tour, although knowledgeable Tour Guides
are on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Price: Adults- £7.00, Concession- £5.00,
Children £3.00
Group Price: Adults-£6.00, Concession- £4.50,
Children £2.70
Introductory talks, about the history of the
Bridge and surrounding area, can be booked in advanced, subject to
availability.
Price: £20 for a group up to 20
people
Groups of 10 people or more should contact our group bookings
department on +44 (0) 207 407 9191 or email
enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk.
Tower Bridge Exhibition and Monument - Joint Visit
After visiting Tower Bridge Exhibition, treat yourself to
a trip to the Monument. The newly refurbished Monument, Christopher
Wren's tribute to the Great Fire of London, offers it's own unique
view across the City's skyline. Make your way up the world's
tallest free standing monument, to the newly refurbished public
viewing platform 160ft above the ground. From here, experience 360
degree views of London's skyline, providing the ideal opportunity
to snap a picture of the most famous Bridge in the world.
Each successful climber will be rewarded with a certificate to mark
their achievement.
Price: Adults- £8.00, Concession- £5.50,
Children £3.50
Groups of 10 people or more should contact our group bookings
department on +44 (0) 207 407 9191 or email
enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk.
Private Evening Tour - Pre-booked Only
Duration of visit: 1 hour and 30 minutes
This unique experience gives you access to the Exhibition after
hours to enjoy all the Bridge has to offer in an exclusive setting.
See the magnificent views (and often sunsets!) from the high-level
Walkways, learn about the history of the Bridge and visit the
atmospheric steam Engine Rooms. These tours are accompanied by
full-time Tower Bridge Exhibition Guides, providing insight into
Tower Bridge's history and points of interest.
Private Evening Tours can only be confirmed 2 weeks prior.
Start time: April - September 18.30, October -
March 18.00.
Price: £17.00 per person - minimum booking of
10 people required.
Contact our group bookings department on +44 (0) 207 407 9191 or
email
enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour - Pre-booked Only
Duration of visit: 1 hour and 30 minutes
This exclusive tour takes your group to areas unseen by
exhibition ticket holders. Visitors are led by an experienced
Technical Guide to the Bridge control rooms and down to the immense
Bascule Chambers that reach below the river bed. This option
includes a guided tour of the Tower Bridge Exhibition, including
the Walkways and Victorian Engine Rooms.
This features steep stairs and areas that are considered
confined spaces. If you have access requirements please discuss
this with us before booking Behind-the-scenes Tour.
Due to the volume of Bridge Lifts that take place in the summer,
this option is only available between October and March.
Start Time: 16:00.
Price: £25.00 per person - minimum booking of 6
people required, maximum of 12.
Contact our group bookings department on +44 (0) 207 407 9191 or
email
enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk.