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THE BEST VIEWS OF LONDON
Visit London’s highest observation deck. The View from The Shard, located on Level 72, is an open-air sky deck with 360-degree panoramic views of the city by day and by night, making it the perfect place to relax with a glass of champagne while taking in the sights of London’s most iconic landmarks with a special someone.
YOUR JOURNEY TO THE TOP
Just a few minutes’ walk from London Bridge station, you’ll find an incredible high-speed elevator waiting to whisk you up to floor 68 in just one minute. On Level 69, you’ll find a Champagne bar serving a choice of drinks and a modest menu of light nibbles, as well as breathtaking views of the nation’s capital. Visit the open-air sky deck on Level 72 to take in the sights and sounds of the city below while being exposed to the weather.
OPENING TIMES
The opening timings are subject to change depending on the events that are scheduled. Check this out before you make the trip. Once you are inside, you are welcome to stay for as long as you like up until the establishment closes. The doors close one hour before the time that is listed as the closing time. Their venue’s bars often close around half an hour before the official time they are scheduled to close.
TRANSPORT & DIRECTIONS
JOINER STREET, LONDON SE1 9QU
They are situated only a short distance away from the London Bridge station and are also in close proximity to a number of other transportation hubs. Joiner Street serves as the access point for both the primary entrance and their ticket office.
RIVER BUS
The London Bridge City pier is served by the River Bus, Uber Boat, and Thames Clippers and is within a five-minute walk from The Shard. Fast and reliable, the Uber Boat by Thames Clippers connects 23 piers along the river and departs from the main piers every 20 minutes. You can see all the sights of London without having to climb any stairs, and the open rear decks and onboard cafe bars just enhance the experience. With an Oyster or other contactless payment card, you can just tap in when you board and tap out when you get off. Family tickets and other ticket alternatives can be found at uberboatbythamesclippers.com.
TUBE / TRAIN
The British Transport Police will issue a £100 fine if they catch you not covering your face (unless you are under 11 or exempt). You can always count on nationalrail.co.uk to be up-to-date with helpful travel tips.
London Bridge Station (Southern and South Eastern trains) and London Bridge Underground Station (Northern and Jubilee lines) are both within a few minutes’ walk of The View from The Shard. The signs for The Shard and Joiner Street will direct you out of the underground station. Their entrance is on Joiner Street, which can be reached from the exit of London Bridge Station by turning left and descending the escalator. Use TFL’s trip planner to organise your travel.
BUS
A bus terminal may be found just outside London Bridge Station’s main entrance. The 43, 48, 141, 149, and 521 are just some of the bus lines that stop here. The Golden Tours London Double Decker bus makes a stop at London Bridge Station. On the Hop on Hop off map, they can find stop No. 39 as their pickup and drop off location.
CAR
Please be aware that there are no parking options or drop-off services available at The View from The Shard if you want to arrive at the attraction by automobile. There are several parking lots that are privately owned in the immediate vicinity, with the closest one being approximately five minutes’ walk away. Parkopedia contains further information about the subject.
RETURN FOR FREE WITH THEIR VIEW GUARANTEE
If the weather prevents you from seeing at least three of the following five landmarks during your visit, they’ll give you a free return voucher good for at least three months that you can use to book a return standard ticket.
• London Eye
• The Walkie Talkie
• Tower Bridge
• One Canada Square
• St Paul’s Cathedral
Once the requirements for the View Guarantee have been completed, their duty manager will approve it on the day of the event, and you’ll receive a return voucher to use on your way out. Free tickets must be claimed on the day of the event, before the visitor leaves the venue.
What Is So Unqiue About The View From The Shard?
From the top of the Shard, you can see for miles. From its lofty perch 800 feet above London, the Shard provides a spectacular panorama of the city below. The Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, among other famous monuments, are visible to tourists from this vantage point. The distinctive perspective offered by the Shard is what makes the building so special. The Shard’s unique blend of curves and angles makes for a really one-of-a-kind vantage point over London’s skyline. Tourists that visit London throughout the day, evening, or at sunset will bring back remembrances and photographs that will last a lifetime.