Where to Stay near Tower Bridge in London

By Santorini Dave

Where To Stay near Tower Bridge in London.

Tower Bridge in London’s east end.

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This lively neighborhood by the River Thames in London’s East End has easy access to the Tower of London, St. Katherine Docks, The Shard, City Hall, HMS Belfast, and Borough Market. The South Bank neighborhood and London Eye are within walking distance along the south side of the river.

It’s easy to take a boat trip to Westminster or Greenwich from the Tower Millennium Pier. The area around Tower Bridge is pleasant and walkable on both sides of the river.

Restaurants serve Italian, Chinese, British, American, and gastro pub food and by the Tower of London there are a few chicken, noodle and pizza takeaways.

Hotels near Tower Bridge are located on both sides of the river. They are a mix of budget, mid-range, and luxury establishments. Airbnb also offers a selection of private rooms and 1- and 2-bedroom apartments close by.

There are several underground stations within an easy walk of Tower Bridge, plus buses operate regularly to Trafalgar Square and across London. The nearest underground stations are Tower Hill or London Bridge depending on which side of the river you are staying on. From both stations you can reach King’s Cross/St. Pancras train station.

If you are heading to Gatwick Airport, the Gatwick Express train operates from Victoria Station. For Heathrow Airport, you need to reach Paddington Station for the Heathrow Express train. Both stations can be reached from Tower Hill on the Circle and District underground lines.

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