BT Tower, Communication tower in Fitzrovia, London, England
The BT Tower is a 189-meter communication structure in Fitzrovia with a distinctive cylindrical concrete form and telecommunications equipment crowning its top. It contains 37 floors served by two elevators and continues to function as a telecommunications center under British Telecom management.
The tower was built in 1964 by architect Eric Bedford as the central telecommunications hub for the Post Office's microwave network across London. It was constructed during an era when long-distance communications and data transmission relied on such central facilities.
The revolving restaurant drew visitors and celebrities until 1980, making the tower a symbol of modern British innovation in its era. It remains an emblem of how technology once became a social gathering place in the city.
The structure is centrally located with good public transport connections, making it easy to reach. Visitors should know that access to upper levels may be restricted and only certain areas are open to the public.
The building was purchased by MCR Hotels in 2024 with plans to transform it into a luxury hotel while preserving its historic structure. This conversion marks a significant shift in the tower's future from a pure communications center to a guest destination.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
