Our sell out Behind-the-Scenes tours take you on a rare and extended look around Tower Bridge: from its iconic Towers, High-level Walkways and Victorian Engine Rooms down to hidden depths, normally out of bounds to the public. Sign up to our newsletter towerbridge.org.uk/newsletter

Did you know that, at high tide, the height clearance for vessels when Tower Bridge is closed is approximately 8.5 metres? When the bascules are raised the clearance is around 42.5 metres!

Did you know bowler hats served a much more important role than just style in Victorian London? 🎩 Dr Dr Serena Dyer discusses fashion and the role it played in Victorian society as we look closer at new photographs of Tower Bridge. Watch the full interview heritage.towerbridge.org.uk

Don't miss our last two weeks of Ask the Expert! Every Thursday through August in the Engine Rooms answering your questions. Whether you're interested in Tower Bridge's historic engines or the procedures for raising the Bridge today. These are drop-in and included in entry.

Who built Tower Bridge? 📝📐⚒️ Find out more about the people who built the Bridge and it's public opening 130 years ago at our free, summer-long exhibition, Launching A Landmark: The Unseen Opening Weeks.

Why is Tower Bridge the only bridge in London that opens? 🤔 The Pool of London starts at London Bridge and flows downstream beneath Tower Bridge, towards Wapping. Historically, this is where goods would be imported down the Thames to London.

Did you know Tower Bridge is the only major London attraction that welcomes four legged friends? 🐾 Find out more about bringing your pets along at the link in our bio 📷 IG:ambergoesonadventures

Looking to make the most of the last week of the summer holidays? Tomorrow, entry to Tower Bridge includes Family Activities! Decorate a Victorian portrait frame for your selfies as you explore the Bridge and Engine Rooms 📸

Ever wondered how Tower Bridge works?🛠️ Behind-The-Scenes tours take you on a rare, extended look around the Bridge: from its iconic Towers, down to its hidden depths, normally out of bounds to the public Be the first to find out, sign up here: bit.ly/TowerBridgeNew…

Want to get to grips with the inner workings of Tower Bridge? ⚙️ You'll find a member of our Technical Team on-hand tomorrow in the Engine Rooms, ready and waiting to answer. Find out more: towerbridge.org.uk/events/ask-exp…

During the war, Edward Podd would crawl across the top of the Walkways to look out for enemy aircraft. He had an appointment on the day of the infamous bus jump, telling his Granddaughter it never would have happened on his watch! Send us your stories: [email protected]

Launching A Landmark: The Unseen Opening Weeks Stand face-to-face with Victorian Londoners in our FREE outdoor summer exhibition, exploring never before-seen photographs of Tower Bridge from its Public opening 130 years ago. Find out more: heritage.towerbridge.org.uk

A London sunrise 🌅

Let the London Skyline be the backdrop to your event 🌇 Head over to our partners Social Pantry for inspiration and start planning your unforgettable event

A Summer evening on the River Thames ✨

Could you have a family link to London's Defining Landmark? Share your Tower Bridge stories with us through the link below! heritage.towerbridge.org.uk/your-stories/

Did you know that each of Tower Bridge's Towers weighs as much as seven HMS Belfast's? Imperial War Museums 🤔 Our wonderful Welcome Host, Kevin, explains how Victorian diving crews built the structure that supports this enormous weight over the River Thames.

How do you bring Victorian photographs back to life? 🤔📸 We speak to Creative Director Martyn Routledge to discover more about the details uncovered in photographs of Tower Bridge's construction. Watch the full interview: youtu.be/lTzUDop4olQ

Heavy steam engines were rolled onto Tower Bridge to test the strength of the Bascules during construction in 1894. In this image animated by Smartify for our Launching A Landmark exhibition, brings the moment to life! Find more here: heritage.towerbridge.org.uk

Good Morning London ⛅