London Bridge, Mohave County Travel Guide

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A genuine London Bridge relocated to the heart of Arizona, offering a blend of history and desert scenery in Lake Havasu City.

The London Bridge in Lake Havasu City is not just a bridge; it's a piece of London's history transported to the Arizona desert. Originally built in the 1830s, it once spanned the River Thames. In 1968, it was purchased by Robert P. McCulloch and reconstructed in Lake Havasu City, becoming a major tourist attraction.

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1340 McCulloch Blvd N, Lake Havasu City, Arizona, 86403, US

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Visit the Lake Havasu City Visitor Center in the English Village for information and guided walking tours of the London Bridge.
Take a boat tour to experience the London Bridge from a unique perspective and capture stunning photos from the water.
Explore the English Village, an open-air mall with shops and restaurants, located next to the London Bridge.

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Getting There

Walking

The London Bridge is easily accessible on foot from most locations in the English Village and nearby hotels. Follow the pedestrian walkways along McCulloch Boulevard North towards the Bridgewater Channel. Cross the bridge to explore the island.
Public Transport

Lake Havasu City Transit (LHCT) offers microtransit services within the city limits. Use the LHC DIRECT app to book a ride to the London Bridge. A one-way fare is $3.00.
Taxi/Shuttle

Several taxi and shuttle services operate in Lake Havasu City. A ride from downtown to the London Bridge area typically costs around $10. Companies like Havasu Shuttle Service offer flat rates within the city.
Parking

Public parking is available at London Bridge Beach, providing access to the park and the island side of the Bridgewater Channel. Recent improvements have been made to the parking lot. Parking is free.

Discover more about London Bridge

Lake Havasu City's London Bridge is a unique landmark with a fascinating story. The original London Bridge, completed in 1831 by John Rennie and his son, stood for over a century. By the 1960s, it was sinking and unable to handle modern traffic. Entrepreneur Robert P. McCulloch purchased the bridge in 1968 for $2.46 million.The bridge was dismantled, and each stone was numbered for reconstruction. The stones were shipped to Long Beach, California, and then trucked to Lake Havasu City. Reconstruction began in 1968, and the bridge was rededicated in 1971. The bridge spans the Bridgewater Channel, connecting the mainland to an island.Today, the London Bridge is a major tourist attraction. Visitors can walk or drive across the bridge, take boat tours underneath it, and explore the English Village nearby. The bridge is also home to bats and swallows. Some even say the bridge is haunted.