Relaxed Opening
Experience a quieter and calmer Tower Bridge.
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Booking information
Upcoming dates:
- Saturday 8 Mar
- Saturday 12 Apr
Time: 9:30 - 11:30. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
Please note:
Due to scheduled maintenance work, the North Tower lift will be out of service from 13 January 2025 to mid March.
Stairs to the High-Level Walkways will be available as normal. You will be able to enter the attraction via the alternative accessible route available using the South Tower lift. This is 650 metres away and you will need to cross the road.
See this useful map with access information:
Map from the Ticket Office to the South Tower lift
If you have access needs, please plan your route in advance. If you have further questions, please call us +44 (0)20 7407 9191. Please speak to a member of team for any assistance on your arrival.
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About Relaxed Opening
On the second Saturday of every month, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
Families are able to explore the Towers, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Bridge is as welcoming as possible, we:
- Limit the number of people in the Bridge
- Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels
- Turn off loud soundscapes and video
- Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
- Provide visual story to help you plan your visit, available here.
- Have Access Toolkits around the Bridge, which contain sensory items to help to assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment.
A full list of Access features inside the Tower Bridge can be found on the Access for All page.
For any questions about the event please contact learning@towerbridge.org.uk or 020 7940 8397.
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What our visitors say
"Our family liked how relaxed it was and so both boys were able to enjoy themselves without worry. It was a pleasant day out."
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"Very well prepared and organised Relaxed Opening. Staff had great SEN awareness, well trained, helpful and supportive."
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"The Relaxed Opening made it autism-friendly for me. Staff are extremely helpful."
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