Tower Bridge & River Thames from Butler's Wharf

@chrisjdalton

England

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London

Walking along the south side of the River Thames, this waterfront vantage point provides the perfect setup to frame the cluster of twinkling city lights behind Tower Bridge. It's also a relatively quiet spot that's away from most tourists. Get there during the day and set up your tripod to take photos from daylight until nighttime — especially if you're looking to practice some long exposure photography.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy

Accessbility

Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

Wide-angle lens (11mm)
Tripod
Neutral density filter

How to get there

N51° 30' 13.9968"W0° 04' 26.4396"

This image of Tower Bridge was taken from Butler's Wharf, which is accessible from the historic warehouse street, Shad Thames, on the southeast corner of the Tower Bridge. If you're not walking across the bridge to get here, the easiest way to access this location is to take public transportation and then walk about 11 minutes. If you're walking to this spot from Tower Bridge, head southeast toward Shad Thames and then you’ll find the small alley that's opposite of Paradiso Café. Follow the walkway to the water from Paradiso Café and you’ll be greeted by a great northwest-facing perspective of the bridge. By London Underground System: - Closest Station: London Bridge (via Jubilee or Northern Line) - Head east on Duke St Hill/A200 toward Tooley St - Continue to follow A200 - Turn left onto Battle Bridge Ln - Turn right onto More London Riverside - Turn left - Turn right toward Shad Thames - Continue onto Shad Thames