Quick Overview

Address: Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2UP (between the Tower of London and Shad Thames).
Closest Tube/Rail: Tower Hill (District/Circle), London Bridge (Northern/Jubilee + National Rail), Monument (District/Circle).
River Services: Tower Pier & London Bridge City Pier (Thames Clippers).
Good to know: High-level Walkways and Glass Floor sit ~42 m above the Thames; allow extra time for security and timed entry.

Best First-Time Route (North Bank)

Take the Tube to Tower Hill. Walk past the Tower of London along the river to the bridge (~8–10 min, flat, scenic).

Best First-Time Route (South Bank)

From London Bridge station, follow signs to the Thames then walk east via Tooley Street → More London (~10–12 min).

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Option 1 — From Westminster / West End

Good if you’re near Westminster, Trafalgar Square, or Covent Garden.

  • Tube (fast): Westminster → Jubilee line → London Bridge, then 10–12 min walk to Tower Bridge.
  • River Boat (scenic): Westminster Pier → Tower Pier (alight beside the Tower of London; short walk to the bridge).
  • Walk/Ride mix: Walk part of the South Bank, then hop on a river service for the final approach.

Tickets & Payments

Tap in/out with contactless or Oyster on Tube/bus/boat (separate river fares apply). Daily caps keep city travel costs predictable.

Option 2 — Tube & National Rail (Fastest for Most)

Tower Hill Station

District/Circle. Exit toward the Tower of London and walk riverside east to the bridge (~8–10 min).

London Bridge Station

Northern/Jubilee + Rail. Follow signs to the river; pass HMS Belfast/More London to reach the south tower.

Monument / Bank

Short walk via King William St / Lower Thames St toward the bridge (follow riverside signs and underpasses).

Fenchurch Street

National Rail terminus ~10–12 min walk to Tower Bridge via the Tower of London promenade.

Wayfinding

Look for signs to Tower Bridge, Tower of London, Shad Thames, or More London. For step-free, use lifts at London Bridge and Tower Hill where signed.

Option 3 — Buses & Scenic Walks

Buses serve both banks (routes along Tower Hill, Tooley St, and London Bridge). Walking the river paths gives top photo angles, especially via Shad Thames (south bank) and the Tower promenade (north bank).

  • From London Bridge: Riverside path past HMS Belfast and City Hall to the south tower.
  • From Tower Hill: Walk the moat-side promenade of the Tower of London to the north tower.

Photo Tip

Sunrise from the north bank and golden hour from Shad Thames give the best light. Blue hour captures the bridge lights beautifully.

From London Airports

Heathrow (LHR)

Elizabeth line to Farringdon/Liverpool St → change to Tube for Tower Hill/Monument or London Bridge. Or Piccadilly line → change for Jubilee to London Bridge.

Gatwick (LGW)

Thameslink/Southern to London Bridge (direct), then 10–12 min walk to the bridge.

Stansted (STN)

Stansted Express to Liverpool Street → Tube to Tower Hill/Monument or London Bridge.

Luton (LTN)

Trains to London Bridge (Thameslink) or to St Pancras then Tube (Northern/Jubilee) to London Bridge.

Luggage

Riverside paths are step-friendly; rolling cases are fine. For large bags, consider left-luggage at major stations before sightseeing.

Driving, Parking & Bikes

Congestion & ULEZ

Central charges may apply; traffic can be heavy. Public transport or river boats are usually faster and cheaper.

Car Parks

Limited street parking near the bridge. Use paid car parks around London Bridge or Tower Hill, then walk 8–15 min.

Cycling

Cycleways run along both banks; use racks near Potters Fields Park (south) or the Tower (north). No cycling on the Walkways.

Accessibility

Step-free routes and lifts exist at nearby stations; surfaces around the bridge are broad and mostly level. Follow on-site access signage.

Practical Tips

Bridge Lifts

There’s no fixed daily time—lifts are scheduled for river traffic. Check same-day notices for your visit.

Weather & Shoes

Riverside can be breezy. Bring a light layer and wear comfortable, non-slip footwear for cobbles and walkways.

Payments

Use contactless (phone/card) or Oyster on Tube/bus/boat. Keep your e-tickets ready at attractions for quick scanning.

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Getting There Cheatsheet

Closest Stations

Tower Hill • London Bridge • Monument • Fenchurch Street

Typical Walk Times

Tower Hill → Bridge: 8–10 min • London Bridge → Bridge: 10–12 min • Monument → Bridge: ~12–15 min.

River Piers

Tower Pier (north) • London Bridge City Pier (south). Boats run frequently.

Crowd Strategy

Weekdays outside school holidays are calmer. Early morning/late afternoon = better light and fewer crowds.

Accessibility

Step-free paths around the bridge; check live lift status at stations. Staff on site can advise easiest routes.

Nearby Essentials

Cafés/restrooms at More London, Potters Fields Park, and around the Tower of London.

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Ready to Go?

Pick your route—Tube to Tower Hill or London Bridge, river boat to nearby piers, or a scenic riverside walk—and enjoy Tower Bridge.

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