Description
Tower Bridge
There are monuments we think we know because we’ve seen them in photographs a thousand times. Tower Bridge is one of them. And yet.
Opened in 1894, this masterpiece of Victorian engineering is far more than a postal symbol or a giant postcard. It is a breathtaking technical challenge, an architectural feat dressed in Gothic stone to please the Queen, and a rich, complex, sometimes dramatic story that its façades give nothing away.
From its high-level walkways, the view over London is breathtaking. Below, the Thames flows as it always has. And in between, two centuries of extraordinary stories wait to be told. Dive into the history of Britain’s most iconic symbol — and leave seeing it in a completely different light.
Highlights
A feat of engineering
In 1894, raising 1,000-tonne bascules in 60 seconds was nothing short of miraculous. Discover how Victorian engineers made the impossible possible.
Panoramic view over London
From the walkways 43 metres up, a 360° panorama of the Thames, the City, the Shard and the Docklands — London as you’ve never seen it.
The hidden story of the towers
Gothic Revival on the outside, revolutionary steel on the inside — a deliberate architectural deception designed to win over Queen Victoria.
The original steam engines
In the engine rooms, the 1894 Victorian motors are still there, perfectly preserved — a mechanical masterpiece from the industrial age.
Practical information
Meeting point
Tower Hill station
Outside the Tower Bridge ticket office
Duration
1h30
Depending on the group’s pace and curiosity
Language
French
Certified guide, Green Badge, City of London Guide
Group size
1 to 20 people
Shared or private tour, your choice
Prices
£25/person or £190 flat rate
See price table below
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Route adaptable on request
Please note
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- Tours go ahead in all weathers — please dress accordingly.
- Tower Bridge entrance fees are not included.
Times & Prices
Start time to suit you for any private tour booking (subject to availability).
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Shared tour Join a group of French-speaking visitors | £25 / person |
| Private tour — 1 to 20 people The tour entirely for your group | £190 flat rate |
Duration: 1h30 | Note: Tower Bridge entrance fees are not included
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