London · TOWER BRIDGE TOURS
Good tower bridge tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Enter Tower Bridge from the western side of the North Tower, then explore both towers, the 42-metre glass walkways, and the Victorian Engine Rooms at your own pace. Informative displays, historic photographs, lifts, stairs, and helpful staff make this a practical London stop for families, couples, and solo visitors.
“that's better and awesome for sure love it everything”
Board at Westminster Pier for a 25 to 30 minute Thames cruise past Parliament, St. Paul’s, Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe, The Shard, and Tower Bridge. Expect live English commentary, an open deck, onboard drinks, and a return option that requires changing boats at Butler’s Wharf.
“The tour guide announcer during the cruise was very useful and informative”
Use one mobile pass for 100+ London sights, from the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey to Kew, Windsor Castle, Thames Clippers, and Tower Bridge. Choose 1 to 10 consecutive days, reserve busy attractions early, and plan carefully to make the flat fee pay off.
“The most disappointing item was the Hop On Hop Off bus. We used it several times on day 1, but only planned to use it once on day 2 to get from Westminster Abbey to our hotel. The closest stop was #22 outside the Blue Boar. We waited there over 30 minutes and not a single Big Bus came by. We finally gave up and walked about half a Mile to Stop 21. I asked the driver why he did not go to Stop 22 and he said it had something to do with a construction detour. There was nothing on their web site about any stops that would be…”
Meet your English-speaking guide near Tower Hill Underground Station for early entry to the Tower of London, the Beefeaters’ opening ceremony, and the Crown Jewels. After a guided visit, walk to Tower Bridge for timed entry, river views, and the Victorian Engine Rooms. Guides include Ben, John, Don, and others.
“Ben was a wonderful guide! We learned so much and had many laughs along the way. 10/10 would recommend this tour!”
Take a roughly one-hour Thames cruise from Westminster Pier to Butler’s Wharf near Tower Bridge. Choose one-way or return travel, sit on the open top deck, and hear live or multilingual app commentary while passing Big Ben, the London Eye, Tate Modern, St Paul’s, the Globe, and the Tower of London.
“Fun, liked the narration, just the right amount. Learned a lot about history of various buildings. Smooth sailing.”
Join an English-speaking guide such as Mike, Philipp, or Rob for timed entry to Tower Bridge, its glass walkways, and Victorian Engine Rooms. Then cruise from Tower Bridge to Westminster Bridge, passing HMS Belfast, Big Ben, the London Eye, and South Bank.
“The guide Mike has been great ! Everything has been well explained and we enjoyed every moment”
Meet your English-speaking Potter-head guide at King’s Cross for a three-hour walk through film locations, Westminster, Borough Market, and London Bridge. Then spend up to three hours at Tower Bridge, with its glass walkway and Victorian Engine Rooms. Tube fares and food are extra.
“Many thanks to Oliver for the tour. Simple, nice and informative. Our potterheads - 11 and 14 years - enjoyed it very much.”
You’ll spend four private hours between Westminster and Tower Bridge with a local guide matched to your interests. Choose from Shakespearean theatres, riverside walks, Borough Market snacks, museums, art, and London’s darker Tower tales. The route is flexible, but food, transport, and entry tickets cost extra.
Pick a landmark, a river boat or a day out west.
