The Tower Bridge
ADMISSION INFORMATION Admission Times:
Children (ages 5-15): £3.95 Students (with ID): £3.95 Seniors (60+): £3.95 Children under 5: FREE Admission FREE for holders of The Great British Heritage Pass  Tower Hill, London Bridge
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The Tower Bridge
 The Tower Bridge's image is synonymous with London. Other than Big Ben, the bridge is probably the most recognizable attraction in London. It is certainly the most decorative and spectacular bridge spanning the Thames and is also a functioning drawbridge. It was painted blue in honor of Queen Victoria's favorite color. |
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History
 Construction of the Tower Bridge lasted from 1886-1894 and the final cost exceeded £1,500,000. The hydraulic twin bastules weigh 1,000 tons each. They are lifted when necessary to allow ships entry to the Pool of London, the area of the Thames River between this, the most easterly of the London bridges, and London Bridge. The former pedestrian walkway spanning between the two towers of the bridge is a breathtaking 112 feet above the surface of the Thames River. The Tower Bridge is now a museum. It can be toured for a modest fee. It is well worth the admission price, however, to get the unobstructed view of the the city and Thames River that is afforded from the old pedestrian walkway.  |
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History
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