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Bankside to Tower Bridge

Thames & Towers

Thames & Towers is a riverside walking tour of London that links Southwark Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge in a single two hour route. It is the walk to choose if you want the classic river views, the story of the south bank and the great fortress on the north bank in one afternoon.

Around 2 hours Starts 10:00 or 14:00 Meet at Southwark Cathedral Up to 20 people £19 per person, was £25
Tower Bridge over the River Thames in London at golden hour with no people in view

The route, stop by stop

Times shown are for the 10:00 start. The 14:00 walk follows exactly the same route four hours later.

  1. 10:00 · Southwark Cathedral

    Meet your guide beside a thousand years of riverside worship at one of London's oldest churches.

  2. 10:20 · Borough High Street

    The old coaching inns and the ancient road that carried travellers into medieval London.

  3. 10:40 · The Golden Hinde

    Sir Francis Drake's galleon and the daring age of exploration that reshaped the world.

  4. 11:00 · Shakespeare's Globe

    The faithfully rebuilt playhouse and the remarkable history of Bankside by the river.

  5. 11:20 · Millennium Bridge & St Paul's view

    Cross the river for one of the finest views of the cathedral and the City skyline.

  6. 11:40 · Tower of London

    The mighty fortress, the Crown Jewels and the dark stories of nearly a thousand years.

  7. 12:00 · Tower Bridge

    Finish at the most famous river crossing in the world, a marvel of Victorian engineering.

Good to know before you book

Where and when do the walking tours start?
Each tour has a central London meeting point shared in your booking confirmation: Westminster Bridge for Crowns & Power and Southwark Cathedral for Thames & Towers. Both tours run twice a day, with a 10:00 morning start and a 14:00 afternoon start. Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can set off on time.
How long are the tours and how far do we walk?
Each tour lasts around two hours at a relaxed, sociable pace with plenty of stops to listen, look and take photos. The total distance is gentle and easily manageable for most people.
What's included in the price?
A friendly, knowledgeable local guide and a carefully planned route packed with history and heritage. Any optional attraction entry, food and drinks are not included.
Which days can I book?
Our walking tours run every day of the week. Simply pick the date and either the 10:00 or 14:00 start in the booking calendar for your chosen tour.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. After that you're welcome to transfer your booking to another date or person.

More answers are on the walking tour FAQ page, and you can compare both routes on the London walking tours page.