Tower Bridge visit
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Tower Bridge - by Charles Postiaux on Unsplash
Description
Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge built in the late 19th century - its span is equally divided and can swing upward to make way for large boats. It is located next to the Tower of London, measures 240m and its two 65m bridge towers are connected by two horizontal walkways. The bridge is open to road and pedestrian traffic and can also be visited, which is the scope of the activity reviewed here. The one-way visit starts with a climb up the North Tower (lift available), then customers will cross to the South Tower via the West Walkway and its Glass Floor section before going down to road level and making their way to the Engine Rooms.
Access & Transport
The closest underground station is Tower Hill (Circle and District lines) with Monument, London Bridge and Fenchurch train station also within walking distance to the City of London and Tower Bridge. There is also a Tower Bridge bus stop next to City Hall. The bridge visit path is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility and prams.
Instructions & Recommendations
This activity is best combined with HMS Belfast, Tower of London, Sky Gardens or The Shard.
Environmental & Social
Environmentally this activity is nearly neutral. Idem socially.
Conclusion
A visit of Tower Bridge should be on the itinerary of engineers and anybody who likes understanding how things work. It is interesting and enjoyable but nothing truly spectacular either. Whether you visit or not, make sure you get to see the bridge though.
Key positive
Good views from the walkway with the small thrill at the glass floor section
Interesting to understand how the bridge is operated
Key negative
The scope of the informational content is narrow
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. The walkways between the towers are accessible to wheelchair users.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 35m
est. visit time:1h 30m
Monday09:30 - 18:00
Tuesday09:30 - 18:00
Wednesday09:30 - 18:00
Thursday09:30 - 18:00
Friday09:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:30 - 18:00
Sunday09:30 - 18:00
Max total number:4
Max number of adults:2
Min.child age:5
Max.child age:15
Price for family£36.2