Families

Tower Bridge is a perfect day out for families. Maybe your family has seen it the Bridge photos or movies? Most people know it from the outside, now it's time to bring the family and explore the inside. 

As well as being London's defining landmark, families can venture across the Glass Floors in the High-Level Walkways and see amazing views of London. Explore the history and engineering of Tower Bridge with the children while looking out at the London skyline.  Visit inside and see the original steam engines that once powered it. 

We recommend to check Bridge Lift schedule to see if you can plan a visit to see a Bridge Lift. Children and adults are always amazed at the beauty of a Bridge Lift as well as seeing the passing ships. Best to plan viewing this before or after your visit as inside can be busy.

Family Activities

Our drop-in family activities are FREE and included with your entry ticket. They take place on the second Saturday of every month as well as Tuesdays during UK school holidays. They are great fun and open to children of all ages but are particularly appropriate for those aged 6 to 10.

Tower Bridge Cat Trail

Complete the interactive Trail as you make your way through Tower Bridge. Inspired by 'The Tower Bridge Cat' and the characters from the award-winning books, you can find installations throughout the attraction and meet the Bridge Master and his team. They will help you to answer key questions about our history and complete many tasks.

Come up, collect and stamp your Apprenticeship Record and become part of Bella’s special Tower Bridge team.

We have reduced ticket prices for families visiting Tower Bridge. We aim to be inclusive to all so there are several family ticket types including 1 adult and 2 children and 2 adults with up to 3 children.

Facilities at Tower Bridge

• Tower Bridge is fully accessible for buggies, with lift access to all levels. We do not have a buggy storage area.
• Baby changing facilities are available in the accessible toilets located in the South Tower and the Engine Rooms. Note this is not at arrival.
• Members of the same family are advised to move through the attraction together.

Check our access page for more information.

Safety and security

The safety and security of our visitors to Tower Bridge is paramount. We currently operate a 100% searching policy meaning all bags, prams, pushchairs and wheelchairs are subject to search.  

• Permitted: Shoulder bags and backpacks no bigger than 45x35x20 cm.
• Not permitted: Suitcases, wheeled bags and oversize items.

Please note that glass items such as bottles are not permitted near the Glass Floors for health and safety reasons.

Food and drink

• You are welcome to feed your baby in any area of the Bridge. If you prefer some privacy, please speak to a member of our team, who can direct you to one of our quiet spaces. Please note we do not have bottle warming facilities.
• We do not have a café but you are welcome to eat and drink your own food inside the attraction. Please refrain from consuming nuts or alcohol.

Family Activities Pass

When you participate in any of the Family Activities that take place on the second Saturday of every month and during UK school holidays, you will receive a Family Activities Pass while allows you to attend a future Family Activity within the next six months for free. It's that simple!

How to redeem a Family Activities Pass

1. Check What's On at Tower Bridge, or sign up to the newsletter, to find out when future family activities are on.
2. Come along to a family activity on a future date and show your Family Activity Pass at the Ticket Office along with a form of photo ID. You do not need to book in advance.
3. Enter for free and take part in an activity again! 

See full Family Activities Pass terms and conditions.

Tower Bridge has signed up to the Family Arts Standards, meaning you can be sure all our family events are designed for all family members to enjoy together. 

Tower Bridge has signed up for the Kids in Museums Manifesto, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to being accessible and welcoming for all children, young people and families.