Can I walk over Westminster Bridge?

Westminster Bridge is one of those bridges in London that you have to walk over to enjoy the views up and down the river, including St Thomas's Hospital, County Hall, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.



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Venture across the River Thames on one of London's bridges, sites of architectural excellence and the city's long history.
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It is totally free to walk across the bridge. You can also time your walk to coincide with the lifting of the drawbridge. Both are top free things to do in London. Image courtesy of the Hammock Hombre.

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Very informative and interesting with a nice little video at the begining. The walkways have some pretty good views up and down the river. Good for short visits for people of all ages. Lower price than many things in London too.

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You don't necessarily need an itinerary to discover London's hidden gems. One of the best ways to see the city is on foot – there's always something interesting around every corner. There are plenty of walking tours for those who prefer a more organised approach.

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This walk takes you from London Bridge to Tower Bridge in the City of London. It's just over half a mile between the two iconic bridges so the walk should take around 10-15 minutes.

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In 1962, it was discovered that the London Bridge was falling down. It was sinking into the Thames because it was not adequate for the increase in London traffic across it. Robert McCulloch a Lake Havasu businessman learned that the British Government was putting the bridge up for sale.

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Since the demolition of New London Bridge in 1967, Westminster Bridge has been the oldest road bridge across the Thames in central London; its seven spans are the greatest number of any of London's bridges.

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Is it Safe to Walk Around London At Night? London is generally a safe city - even at night. Almost all of central London is well-lit and you'll very rarely find yourself alone as it's a 24-hour city. Public transport runs 24 hours a day, too, so it's easy to get around even after dark.

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Is it Safe to Walk Around London At Night? London is generally a safe city - even at night. Almost all of central London is well-lit and you'll very rarely find yourself alone as it's a 24-hour city. Public transport runs 24 hours a day, too, so it's easy to get around even after dark.

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We suggest you to allow from 60 to 90 minutes for you to explore inside Tower Bridge. Your timed entry ticket includes a visit to the Towers, the high-level Walkways, Glass Floors and Victorian Engine Rooms.

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