Waiting in line: queues at Tower Bridge
(Picture: PA Wire)The first London Bridge may have been built by the Romans — the current structure dates from 1973 — but it is the Gothic grandeur of the Victorian Tower Bridge downstream which is the more recognisable London icon. The bridge also gives a splendid view of the Tower of London, founded in 1066 by William the Conqueror.
Tower Hill on the north bank of the Thames is the closest tube to the attractions but better to arrive via London Bridge station on the south bank. Not only does the walk along the river give a better view of both the Tower and bridge but Borough Market is right outside the station. The foodie mecca is open in the daytime seven days a week and there’s hot food to takeaway among the butchers and fishmongers, greengrocers and cheesemongers. A cheese toastie from Kappacasein Dairy, empanadas from Porteña and a jam doughnut from Bread Ahead would make a fine portable lunch.
