Tower Bridge to Greenwich Southbank

Walks, England, Greater London, Greenwich
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Tower Bridge to Greenwich Southbank

Southwark to Greenwich, London

by ozomene

  • 3hr 20m / 9.5km
  • 27

A meander down the south bank of the Thames, from Tower Bridge to Greenwich via Rotherhithe, Surrey Quays & Deptford.

  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Refreshments
  • Public transport
  • History

Walk preview

Map preview for Tower Bridge to Greenwich Southbank
  1. Step 1: We started our walk at London Bridge Station but you can start at Tower Hill or via bus closer to Tower Bridge. If Starting at London Bridge station exit onto Tooley St & cross. Take a left onto Hays Lane or into Hays Galleria.

  2. Step 2: Once onto the river path, take a right towards Tower Bridge and past HMS Belfast.

  3. Enjoy the view of tower Bridge. It is very busy here with tourists but this thins out as soon as we pass under the bridge.

    Step 3: Enjoy the view of tower Bridge. It is very busy here with tourists but this thins out as soon as we pass under the bridge.

  4. Walk under Tower Bridge and past the old engine rooms. You can see the chimney next to the bridge which is part of the tour experience.

    Step 4: Walk under Tower Bridge and past the old engine rooms. You can see the chimney next to the bridge which is part of the tour experience.

  5. Walk a short way up Shad Thames and turn left at Maggie Blake’s Cause. There aren’t as many tourists here depending on the time of year.

    Step 5: Walk a short way up Shad Thames and turn left at Maggie Blake’s Cause. There aren’t as many tourists here depending on the time of year.

  6. We’re now back on the river bank and we get a great view of Tower Bridge without jostling for space.

    Step 6: We’re now back on the river bank and we get a great view of Tower Bridge without jostling for space.

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