The construction of Tower Bridge, London’s defining landmark, started in 1886 and took eight years and 432 labourers under the watchful eye of Sir John Wolfe Barry. It’s made of 11,000 tonnes of steel, clad in Cornish Granite and Portland Stone. The bridge was opened by the Prince and Princess of Wales with great celebrations, on 30th June, 1894. When it was built, Tower Bridge was the largest and most sophisticated steam hydraulic bascule bridge ever completed ('bascule' comes from the French w

The construction of Tower Bridge, London’s defining landmark, started in 1886 and took eight years and 432 labourers under the watchful eye of Sir John Wolfe Barry. It’s made of 11,000 tonnes of steel, clad in Cornish Granite and Portland Stone. The bridge was opened by the Prince and Princess of Wales with great celebrations, on 30th June, 1894.When it was built, Tower Bridge was the largest and most sophisticated steam hydraulic bascule bridge ever completed ('bascule' comes from the French wo

The construction of Tower Bridge, London’s defining landmark, started in 1886 and took eight years and 432 labourers under the watchful eye of Sir John Wolfe Barry. It’s made of 11,000 tonnes of steel, clad in Cornish Granite and Portland Stone. The bridge was opened by the Prince and Princess of Wales with great celebrations, on 30th June, 1894. When it was built, Tower Bridge was the largest and most sophisticated steam hydraulic bascule bridge ever completed ('bascule' comes from the French w

Immerse yourself in the history of the iconic Tower Bridge, from the architecture and engineering secrets to the unique panoramic view of London! ❤️ Enjoy the spectacular view from the high-level walkway and see London life through the Glass Floor, an extraordinary viewpoint 42 meters above the River Thames! 😍Don't worry - it can hold the weight of four London black cabs! 🙌 Finally, complete your visit to the Engine Rooms. ⚙️ Learn about the steam engines and the coal-fired boilers' work, and

The Glass Floors inside Tower Bridge's High-level Walkways are home to London's most unique view - a Bridge Lift from above! Check out the next lift times on our website https://www.towerbridge.org.uk/lift-times | Tower Bridge