London’s ability to surprise and delight visitors is something that keeps bringing us back to the capital. Some of its most iconic buildings are well known for having incredible views across the city. One which is not for the faint of heart but delivers a unique view of life on the river is the Tower Bridge London experience. Complete with a thrilling glass floor walk. Tower bridge – London is packed full of history. If you’re looking for somewhere interesting and different then London Tower Bridge is for you. Find out what we loved and what we suggest you don’t miss on a trip to London’s Tower Bridge.
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About Tower Bridge London
Tower Bridge remains one of the most recognised sights in London. And just being up close to the bridge, knowing the part it has played in the history of the city, is a wonderful experience.
Standing on the walkways which run each side of the bridge and watching the road gracefully rise up in front of you is something which is not quickly forgotten.
Tower Bridge – London – the glass flooor
For some years Tower Bridge has shared its secrets with the chance to step inside the historic structure. And the Tower’s glass floor first opened in 2014. Allowing you to gaze for the first time 42 metres down to the Thames below and watch life drift past.
Having climbed up into one of the Towers you’re very much aware of your iconic surroundings.
At the very top there’s a chance to stop and discover more about the origins of the Tower’s construction. Along with the part it played in London’s development.
From here its a short walk out across the walkways which link one blue tower to the other. And take you across the dizzying glass floor which runs for over eleven metres.
Stepping on to the glass floor on London’s Tower Bridge
It takes a while to pluck up the courage to step out onto the clear glass floor which you have to convince yourself isn’t going to give way (apparently it can hold the weight of four London taxi cabs).
Once you’ve managed to make your leap of faith and step out onto the glass you’ll be pleased you did. You’re rewarded with a unique view of London with traffic and pedestrians far below and life on the water slowly chugging by.
It’s really wonderful to stop here and watch as buses and taxis make their way across the bridge.
You’re largely unnoticed so high up above the river and road. This birds eye view really gives an incredible insight into life in London.
With amazing panoramic views of the banks of the Thames and famous buildings along the riverside.
Summer events
Through the summer the bridge hosts events for younger children. Here they can learn more about the creation of the landmark and how the walkways and glass floor were created.
The Victorian engine rooms
Then head down into the mighty Victorian Engine Rooms next to the bridge. Here enormous steam engines were once used to power the lifting mechanism on the bridge.
These insightful guided tours are perfect for little ones who want to discover more about how the bridge came into being. And also why its 31 million bricks were once painted brown before being painted red, white and blue. And how the engineers of the time were able to create such a unique structure.
What we thought about visiting London Tower Bridge
Today you can really feel the history of this beautiful bridge with every step you take across it and within it. It is truly beautiful and packed full of fascinating history.
To find out more about these special family tours as well as individual visits to the Tower’s glass floor visit the Tower Bridge website here.
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