Tower Gateway

Tower Gateway DLR station is one of the original stations from the DLR's opening in 1987, sitting at the eastern edge of the City of London beside the old gatehouse that gives the station its name. The station is primarily a quieter alternative to Bank DLR for reaching this part of the City, and is well positioned for the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the Thames riverside. Tower Hill Underground station (District and Circle lines) is a two-minute walk and usually the better option for connections, but Tower Gateway itself has a calm, elevated quality that gives good views over this historic area.

Station Overview

Tower Gateway DLR station opened in 1987 as one of the original DLR stations. It sits in Zone 1 and is served by the DLR only. The station has step-free access. It is at the eastern edge of the City of London, adjacent to the Minories and within walking distance of Tower Hill.

Lines and Connectivity

The DLR connects east through Shadwell and Limehouse towards Canary Wharf and beyond. Westbound DLR services also connect towards Bank. Tower Hill Underground station (District and Circle lines) is a two-minute walk and provides additional connections including to Monument (Bank/City area) and Westminster.

Facilities

Tower Gateway has a travel information point and step-free access. Tower Hill and the surrounding area have cafes and tourist facilities near the Tower of London. The wider City of London has restaurants and services within a short walk.

Accessibility

Tower Gateway DLR station has full step-free access from street to platform, consistent with all DLR stations.

Travel Tips

• The Tower of London is five minutes walk south along the riverside from Tower Gateway.
• Tower Hill Underground station (District and Circle lines) is a two-minute walk and is often more useful for central London connections than Tower Gateway DLR.
• Tower Bridge is about five minutes walk south - free to walk across; the Tower Bridge Exhibition (towers and glass floor walkway) has an admission charge.
• All Hallows by the Tower, a church with Roman remains in its crypt, is immediately beside Tower Gateway - one of the City's most interesting free historic sites.
• Step-free access is available throughout Tower Gateway DLR station.

Nearby Attractions

Tower of London - five minutes walk. A UNESCO World Heritage Site with the Crown Jewels and nine centuries of history. Admission charged; book in advance.

Tower Bridge - five minutes walk south. The Victorian bascule bridge over the Thames. Free to walk across; Tower Bridge Exhibition admission charged.

All Hallows by the Tower - adjacent to the station. One of the City's oldest churches with a Roman pavement in its crypt. Usually free to enter.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

DLR services at Tower Gateway run from approximately 05:30 to midnight Monday to Saturday and 07:00 to 23:30 on Sundays. There is no Night Tube on the DLR. The Tower of London is busiest in summer - weekday mornings in spring and autumn are the best time to visit with smaller crowds.