Getting here

Travel information for visiting the Tower

Public Transport

The Tower is located within easy walking distance of several London Underground and national train stations including:

5 mins from Tower Hill Underground station – served by the District and Circle lines and step free access to street level.
10-15 mins from Monument, Bank, Aldgate, Aldgate East London Underground stations
10-15 mins from London Bridge and Fenchurch Street stations
20 min from Liverpool Street station
25 mins from London Charing Cross station

Riverboat

You can also travel by river boat. Tower Pier is served by river boats travelling from various piers including Westminster and London Eye and is located next to the Tower entrance.

Buses

Routes 15, 42, 78, 100, 343 and RV1 stop nearby the Tower of London.

All major sightseeing bus tours in London pass by the Tower of London.

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Walking routes to the Tower of London from nearby stations

Download a guide to walking routes

Cycle

Bicycle racks can be found behind the Tower of London shop.

An East-West Cycle Superhighway passes Tower Hill Underground station.

Please note that cycling is not permitted in the pedestrian areas of the Wharf and Tower Hill. Bicycles attached to railings in the Wharf may be removed without notice.

TfL London cycling routes and planner

Car Parking

Whilst Tower Hill is a vehicle-free zone and there is no on-site parking, there are some affordable parking options located close by. See below for travel disruption information.

Nearby car parks

Tower Hill Coach and Car Park (2 minute walk) – 50 Lower Thames Street, London, EC3R 6DT

Minories car park (10 minute walk) – 1 Shorter Street, London, E1 8LP

Accessible parking

Tower Hill Coach and Car Park is fully accessible with allocated bays for Blue Badge holders.

An interactive map, produced by the City of London, shows Blue Badge parking bays in the local area.

Please check our Accessibility page for more information.

Please note that the Tower is located within the Congestion Charging Zone.

Coach drop-off and collection

Coach parking is available at nearby car parks.

Tower Hill Coach and Car Park offers a coach drop-off facility free of charge if the stay is under 15 minutes.

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Yeoman Warder tours

Tour the Tower of London with a famous Yeoman Warder during your visit. Be entertained by tales of intrigue, imprisonment, execution, torture and much more...