Tower Bridge was built 120 years ago to ease road traffic while maintaining river access to the busy Pool of London docks. Built with giant moveable roadways that lift up for passing ships, it is to this day considered an engineering marvel and beyond being one of London’s favourite icons, it is arguably one of the most famous and instantly recognisable structures in the entire world.

Learn more about the history of the Bridge.

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Since 1982, Tower Bridge Exhibition has told 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 the most famous bridge in the world!

The Exhibition is also accredited with Visit England, Association of London Visitor Attractions (ALVA) and has recently been awarded the TripAdvisor 2014 Certificate of Excellence.

What to discover when you step inside…

The Working Bridge

Under the Corporation of London (Tower Bridge) Act 1885, the City of London Corporation is required to raise the Bridge to provide access to and egress from the Upper Pool of London for registered vessels with a mast or superstructure of 30 feet or more. The service is provided free of charge subject to 24 hours’ notice and is available any time, day or night, 365 days per year. The Bridge is raised around 850 times each year.

VENUE HIRE

Tower Bridge is simply one of the most unique venues in London for private, corporate events and weddings.

The most famous bridge in the world houses three stunning venue areas, each one a unique and memorable setting for celebrations of every kind. The panoramic high-level Walkways and the majestic Victorian Engine Rooms are available for private evening hire, while the North Tower Lounge is also available for smaller daytime functions. Weddings can be held in the Walkways and the North Tower Lounge.

WEDDINGS

Few settings for your perfect day could be more iconic and memorable than Tower Bridge.

The high-level Walkways and the North Tower Lounge are licensed for weddings and civil partnership ceremonies and offer idyllic sceneries to tie the knot and to celebrate with family and friends.

Wedding packages to hold both a ceremony and evening reception at Tower Bridge are also available. In addition to the panoramic high-level Walkways and North Tower Lounge, the enchanting Victorian Engine Rooms provides an unforgettable setting in which couples can celebrate their big day and entertain guests in stunning style.

These venues are available for exclusive use once Tower Bridge Exhibition has closed to visitors for the day.