Tours and Tickets to Experience Blackfriars Bridge
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Blackfriars Bridge
As Blackfriars Bridge is 922 feet (281 meters) across; it takes only a few minutes to walk the landmark.
At the northern end of the bridge, look for a memorial statue of Queen Victoria.
Blackfriars Bridge is one of the many London bridges that cross the Thames.
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While it’s free to walk over Blackfriars Bridge, plenty of affordable tours help you discover the highlights and hidden gems surrounding it. Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tours that cross the bridge start from US$58, while historic pub tours that visit bars surrounding the bridge begin at around US$40.
Yes, you can walk over Blackfriars Bridge. There are sidewalks for pedestrians on either side of the road. Be mindful of traffic as the walkways get feel crowded. Many people disembark at Blackfriars station and walk across the bridge to reach the Tate Modern.
Blackfriars Bridge spans the Thames River, allowing you to spot many famous London attractions from it. You can see the dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral, the modern Millennium Bridge featured in Harry Potter, and the brutalist structure of the Tate Modern housed in an old power station.
Yes, because it’s near the historic City of London, Blackfriars Bridge is packed with bars and restaurants catering to city workers—these range from traditional British pubs to high-end restaurants. For the best selection of food, walk for 10 minutes along the river to the foodie hot spot, Borough Market.
Thanks to its central London location, there are attractions in every direction from Blackfriars Bridge. Cross the bridge towards the south and you'll reach Southbank, a vibrant riverfront entertainment complex home to theaters, museums, art galleries, and an excellent selection of stores, cafés, and restaurants.