It is possible to enjoy the splendour of London in a variety of different ways; the city is replete with historical sites and is sprinkled with well-known landmarks. “The View from The Shard” is an exceptional vantage point that eclipses all others in terms of its level of excellence. This architectural marvel, which can be found at London Bridge, is the highest viewing gallery in the city. It provides visitors with a stunning 360-degree vista at any time of the day or night.
THE BEST VIEWS OF LONDON
Witness the city of London from the highest viewing gallery in the city. The View from The Shard is the perfect place to relax with a glass of champagne as you stare out over the city or to spend quality time with a loved one while observing London’s well-known landmarks from the open-air sky deck located on Level 72. The View from The Shard offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views both during the day and at night.
EXPERIENCE LONDON FROM NEW HEIGHTS
YOUR JOURNEY TO THE TOP
A remarkable high-speed elevator takes you from Level 1 to Level 68 in just sixty seconds; it’s conveniently located near London Bridge station. When you get there, head to the Level 69 observation deck for breathtaking views of the capital. There, you’ll discover a Champagne bar serving a choice of drinks and a modest selection of light nibbles. On Level 72, there is an open-air sky terrace where you can enjoy the weather while listening to the city below.
TICKETS
All of their observation platforms, including the open-air skydeck on Level 72 and their Champagne bar on Level 69, are accessible with their tickets. Along with the digital photographs, you will also get a panoramic guide. Their view guarantee applies to all tickets. If you are unable to see three out of the five London landmarks as a result of weather-related low visibility, they will provide you with a free return voucher that is valid for at least three months. This voucher can be used to book a return standard ticket at no cost whatsoever.
OPENING TIMES
Availability may change. Make sure to check before you go. As long as you’re inside, you’re welcome to remain until you close. The advertised closing time is one hour before the last entrance. Thirty minutes prior to the stated closing time, all of the venues’ bars will close.
THEIR BAR
The view from the Champagne bar on the Shard is believed to be the highest in all of London. With a drink of Moet & Chandon or one of their classic cocktails in hand, you can unwind and take in the most breathtaking views of the city.
TRANSPORT AND DIRECTIONS
They are situated in a handy location, just a few minutes away from London Bridge station, and they are also close to a number of different transportation links. Joiner Street is the street that provides access to both the main entrance and their ticket business.
TUBE/TRAIN
The View from The Shard is just a short stroll away from the Northern and Jubilee lines of the London Bridge Underground and the Southern and South Eastern trains at London Bridge Station.
After you get out of the tube, head in the direction of The Shard or Joiner Street. Their entrance is on Joiner Street, so if you’re leaving London Bridge Station, just turn left and take the escalator down to that street.
UBER BOAT BY THAMES CLIPPERS
Just five minutes’ walk separates The Shard from the Thames Clippers Uber Boat station at London Bridge City dock. The Uber Boat by Thames Clippers offers a convenient and secure means of transport across the capital, with departures from the main piers every 20 minutes and connections to 23 piers throughout the River Thames. The best views of London landmarks are yours to enjoy on this cruise with step-free access, open rear decks, and onboard café bars.
Touching in when you get on and out using an Oyster or other contactless payment card allows you to pay as you go. Inquire at uberboatbythamesclippers.com about more ticket choices, such as family tickets.
BUS
Just outside the main entrance to London Bridge Terminal, you’ll find a bus terminal. Buses 43, 48, 141, 149, and 521 all make stops here.
CAR
Please be advised that The View from the Shard does not offer parking or drop-off services for visitors arriving by automobile.
Nearby, within a five-minute stroll, you’ll find one of several privately-owned parking lots.
COACH
The double yellow lines on London Bridge Street, outside the London Bridge Hotel, offer pick-up and set-down services. No coach may enter St. Thomas Street, utilise the bus stops at London Bridge, or utilise the bus stands at the station.
Additional options for drop-off and pickup are More London and the English Grounds, which are located off Tooley Street and Battle Bridge Lane. No more than three coaches may be on this private property at any one moment. It is imperative that drivers always follow the directions given by More London employees. The proper direction for coaches to come and go is from the east. When this location is unavailable, coaches can only utilise the nearby TfL bus stations for dropping off and picking up passengers.
