What is it?
Spread across floors 69 to 72 of Western Europe’s tallest skyscraper, the View from the Shard provides the most magnificent 360 views of the city you can get.
Your journey starts the minute you step foot in the lift. Look up, because screens in the ceiling provide fascinating facts and hypnotic visuals as you hurtle 800ft skywards to the first viewing gallery on floor 69. From here you can explore three more levels by foot (don’t worry, there is another lift if you can’t manage the stairs), with walls of windows providing an incredible backdrop and an open-air skydeck on floor 72. There are London experts dotted about the deck to guide you through your view (if you want), sharing stories of the city’s past and offering recommendations fror whatever kind of London experience you’re after.
Why go?
To look down on the Big Smoke in all its shining glory. All of London’s most legendary landmarks should be visible, including Buckingham Palace, Parliament, Wembley Stadium and the Tower of London. On a good day, views stretch as far as Southend-on-Sea.
Don’t miss
Watch out for the different events going on here throughout the year. Every Wednesday from 2pm-4.30pm, there’s live music to make your visit even more atmospheric and every so often there are yoga classes offering a chance to practice sun salutations in the clouds.
When to visit
Opening times change throughout the year depending on events taking place. Check website for available times. Once you’re inside you can stay as long as you like until close.
Last entry is one hour before closing and the bars finish serving around half and hour before close.
Ticket info
Prices can change according to the day and time you pick. General entry starts from £32 per person. All inclusive entry, which includes a glass of champagne (or non-alc alternative) and £5 to spend in the gift shop, starts from £45.
Time Out tip
If you’re here for an occasion, combine your visit with a meal at one of the Shard’s glitzy restaurants. There’s Oblix for more casual dining, Sky Lounge inside the Shangri-La Hotel for sensational afternoon tea, Hutong for indulgent northern Chinese cuisine and more.