London · TOWER BRIDGE TOURS
London trips always run a day short. These 15 tower bridge tours justify the time, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes, not an evening.
Enter both towers of Tower Bridge, cross its high-level walkways and glass floor, then follow the Blue Line to the Victorian Engine Rooms. Displays explain the bridge’s design and operation. Allow about an hour, though you may want longer for photos and the exhibits. The ticket is not fast-track, and no guided tour is included.
“Active, interesting and fun, even for a teenager! Highly recommend.”
Cruise from Westminster Pier to Butler’s Wharf Pier in about 25 to 30 minutes, passing landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe. A crew member provides live English commentary, and you can sit on the open deck or inside. Choose a one-way ride or a return trip that requires changing boats.
“A great river trip from Westminster to Tower Bridge, especially as we wanted to visit HMS Belfast. The crew gave a very entertaining “alternative “ commentary, and also recommended as it was exceptionally hot to move into the inside deck where the the view was just as good.”
Use a digital London Pass for one to ten consecutive calendar days, choosing from more than 100 attractions and activities. Big names include the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the London Eye. Some stops require advance reservations, so plan your route in the Go City app before activating the pass.
“So many things to do. There's no way to see everything offered in the 3 days that we were there. We were able to plan our day and route in advance to make the most of it.”
Meet an English-speaking guide at Tower Hill for early entry to the Tower of London, the Yeoman Warders’ opening ceremony and a close look at the Crown Jewels. Then walk to Tower Bridge for timed entry and a self-guided visit to its walkways and Victorian Engine Rooms. Guides vary, with Ben, John and Don among those leading tours.
“Fantastic! Worth the cost. One of my favorite tours in London.”
Sail from Westminster Pier toward Tower Bridge on a modern Thames boat, with live captain’s commentary or a multilingual smartphone audio app. Look for Big Ben, the London Eye, St Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Tower of London and more. Choose a one-way ride or a return sailing, and enjoy the city from the open top deck or an indoor seat.
“Great experience with perfect weather today! Our guide was very informative and funny! There were so many sites to see and only so much time, but it was a great overview and let us see other points of interest that we would like to go back and explore!”
Cycle through London in a small group with an English-speaking guide, passing views of the Tower of London, St. Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe and the London Eye. The four-hour ride includes a stop for lunch at Borough Market, with food at your own expense. Guides on recent tours have included Chris, Dan and Joshua.
“This was my third Fat Tyre tour in London. My guide, Dan was very informative and helpful. As I was alone the tour was adapted for me and I saw many of the sights on my Bucket List. Lunch was at Spitalfields Market where I had free time. I would thoroughly recommend this company as the tour allows you to see much more. Thanks again.”
Walk from the Ritz through royal and Westminster landmarks to London Bridge, with an English-speaking guide and a single Tube ride. Finish at Tower Bridge, where your ticket covers the Engine Rooms exhibition, including original machinery, films, and historic photographs. Guides have included Benedict Martin and Brandon, though the guide for your date is not specified.
“Benedict Martin is a fantastic guide - knowledgeable, full of excellent anecdotes relating to the historical places and the famous people associated with those sites. He has a delightful sense of humor which enlivened the whole walk. My daughter and I found ourselves chuckling from time to time at his wry commentary about some of the foibles, noteworthy aspects, or eccentricities of some of the historical entities along our walk. I recommend him wholeheartedly. Even though we had had only four hours of sleep the night before, we did not feel sleepy or bored at any point. He is a treasure. P.S. Hi Benedict, we at the Indian and Indian-American…”
Join an English-speaking guide for a five-hour walk from the Ritz through Westminster, with Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Downing Street and Parliament Square along the way. On select mornings, you may catch the Changing of the Guard. Your Tower Bridge ticket is included, but the visit inside is self-guided.
“The guide was knowledgeable and accommodating. Value for money.”
Explore Tower Bridge’s North and South Towers, glass walkways, and Victorian Engine Rooms with timed entry and an English-speaking guide. Then cruise from Tower Bridge to Westminster, passing riverside sights including HMS Belfast, Big Ben, and the London Eye. Guides named for recent tours include Mike, Philipp, and Rob, though assignments can vary.
“Philipp did a great job. He is such a friendly man. His knowledge of the city and its inhabitants is superior.”
A licensed private guide leads you through Tower Bridge’s 42-meter-high glass walkway and Victorian engine rooms. Choose a two-hour visit or add a private car, the Tower of London, or both. Guides including Yuliya and Irina have been praised for clear explanations and adapting the tour to guests’ interests.
“Excellent day big thanks to Yuliya for being the perfect and very knowledgeable guide for me on the day”
Start at the Ritz for a three-hour guided walk past Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and more. Then explore the Tower of London and Tower Bridge on your own, with admission included and about 90 minutes at each. Guides Benedict, Brandon and Sandra have been praised for lively storytelling, but your guide does not join you inside the two attractions.
“La peor excursión de mi vida. No la compren no es lo que dicen. Te dejan a pie a media hora de la actividad y arréglate como puedas. El guía un desastre y poco colaborador. Una estafa.”
Spend four hours at Tower Bridge and the Tower of London with a professional Blue Badge guide. Walk the glass-floored high-level crossing, see the original bridge machinery, and explore the fortress and Crown Jewels. Yuliya is one guide named by guests for her clear explanations and useful tips. Attraction tickets are not included.
“Yuliya was very nice and explained everything very well. She knows a lot and was able to pass it on very well. :) My daughter and I were very satisfied.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at King’s Cross for a three-hour walking tour of Potter film locations, from Platform 9¾ to Goodwin’s Court and Borough Market. Two Tube rides connect the route. Finish with a Tower Bridge ticket, Victorian Engine Rooms and a glass walkway 42 meters above the Thames. Guides have included Sam, Robert and Oliver, but names vary.
“Many thanks to Oliver for the tour. Simple, nice and informative. Our potterheads - 11 and 14 years - enjoyed it very much.”
Explore central London on a private, four-hour walking tour shaped around your interests. Your host is matched to you after you share your preferences, then plans a route from Westminster toward Tower Bridge. You might visit a Shakespearean theatre, cross the Millennium Bridge, stop at Borough Market, and hear the Tower of London’s grisly tales.
Start near Green Park for a three-hour guided walk past Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Downing Street and Westminster. Then take the Tube to explore the Tower of London and Tower Bridge independently, with entry included. Guide Adrian has led this route, but guide assignments may vary. Allow time for the Crown Jewels, Beefeaters and Tower Bridge’s 42-metre-high glass walkway.
Pick a landmark, a river, a pub or a road out of town.
