The View From The Shard entrance tickets
Hightlight
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Bar
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Cafe
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City Centre
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Family Friendly
The View from The Shard takes you on a multi-sensory journey 244 meters (800 feet) above London on the tallest building in Western Europe. One of London’s biggest attractions will take you new heights with an unforgettable experience.
You’ll experience an unforgettable 360-degree, 40-mile views over London city and beyond. Elevate your experience even further with a glass of champagne, free wi-fi for sharing your trip among the clouds. There’s no time restriction, so you can stay as long as you want.
Your trip will include, four separate lifts through different exhibition levels, two bars for you to have a drink, coffee, or tea while enjoying The View. Level 72 outdoor viewing gallery will give you the sounds and atmosphere from the city below and in the summertime you can relax in the Summer Garden, the highest garden in London!
What’s included
- General entry: entrance; free wi-fi access; 4 souvenir digital photos; view guarantee
- General entry with champagne: entrance; free wi-fi access; 4 souvenir digital photos; view guarantee; glass of champagne
Please remember
- Handheld cameras for personal use are allowed
- Large bags, tripods, rucksacks, and other large equipment are not allowed and there is no storeroom available (the nearest baggage storage company is located at Waterloo station)
- There is no cloakroom facility for bags, however, folded pushchairs can be left in the designated area in the booking hall for free at your own risk (bags and coats cannot be left with them)
- The glass of champagne is only available for those aged 18 and above
- Infants aged 0 to 2 years do not need a ticket and can enter for free
- VIEW GUARANTEE: You’ll be walking on air amongst the clouds, but if they spoil your view, you can return for free with the View Guarantee. In the case of bad weather, all guests are offered a View Guarantee with every ticket. If you cannot see at least three of the following five landmarks – The London Eye, 20 Fenchurch Street, Tower Bridge, One Canada Square, or St Paul’s Cathedral – on the day of your visit, you can return within 3 months for free. Staff at the ticket desk will let you know on the day if the Visibility Guarantee has been authorized and will arrange your return ticket.
Maps
Opening Hours
Monday:
10:00 - 19:00
Closed
Tuesday:
10:00 - 19:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 19:00
Thursday:
10:00 - 22:00
Friday:
10:00 - 22:00
Saturday:
10:00 - 22:00
Sunday:
10:00 - 19:00
Google Reviews
Mark Gregory
2 months agoFantastic experience. All staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a good chat with a lad who was a tour guide and pointed out some interesting places and told us some history of the buildings and areas. Overall we stayed “up” The Shard for around 90 mins. The views kept changing due to the weather/clouds/mist so I was worthwhile not rushing the visit. We also stayed for the talk from 2 very good members of staff, discussing The Shard, from conception to now. If you are thinking visiting, then do, you won’t be disappointed.
Mike Rawding
2 months agoMain Tourist attraction and a must if you want to view London areas from high up. Access was easy and purchased tickets on line beforehand. There was no que and we visited on a Wednesday at 1400. There's two viewings Floors one is open air. There's a bar on floor 68 and seating. There's an option to have photos taken and purchase them on leaving.The Shard also has 3 restaurants access is via a different entrance to the main areas.
pamita rao
a month agoentrance was through a restaurant below. Initially we went up the escalators to the top floor but don't make the mistake the entrance is down below. there is a queue and security check and then we went up one floor to Aqua restaurant which was amazing. Took a lot of pics and food was worth the price definitely worth the visit for my birthday celebration.
Pedro M.
3 months agoThe Shard is one of London’s most striking modern buildings and a real highlight on the skyline. At around 310 metres tall, it is the tallest building in the United Kingdom and a must see if you enjoy architecture, city views, or skyline photography. The classic tourist experience is The View from The Shard, the official observation area located on the upper levels, offering impressive 360 degree views over London and many of its famous landmarks. Tickets are quite expensive, usually around £30 per person, which may not appeal to everyone. A very useful tip is that you do not actually need to buy a sightseeing ticket to enjoy great views from inside The Shard. There are bars and restaurants within the building that allow access without paying the observation deck fee. Places like Aqua Shard on level 31 or the GŎNG bar on level 52 let you enjoy panoramic views simply by ordering a drink or food. This is a much smarter option if you want the experience without the high entry cost. Do note that drinks and meals in these venues are still expensive, and reservations are recommended, especially around sunset or on busy days. That said, you are paying for the view and the atmosphere, which makes it worthwhile for many visitors. Whether you choose the official viewing platform or opt for a bar visit instead, The Shard remains a must visit London landmark. The building itself is beautiful, and seeing the city from this height, especially at night, is a memorable experience.
Shardul Joglekar
a month agoBeautiful views of London, albeit views that would have been even better with a better layout of the pillars that block visibility. Great ease of access. MAKE SURE THE SKIES HAVE BEEN CLEAR BEFORE YOU VISIT! Rain drastically worsens visibility due to the design of the building’s glass facade.
