Tower Bridge was built between 1886 and 1894 and officially opened on 30 June 1894.

Key dates

  • Construction period : Work on Tower Bridge started in 1886 and took about eight years to complete, finishing in 1894.
  • Official opening: The bridge was formally opened on 30 June 1894 by the Prince and Princess of Wales, representing Queen Victoria.

Quick timeline

  • 1886: Foundations laid and construction begins on the new bascule and suspension bridge beside the Tower of London.
  • 1894: Structural work is completed, and the bridge is prepared for public use and ceremonial opening.
  • 30 June 1894: Tower Bridge opens to traffic and becomes a new landmark on London’s skyline.

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