The View from The Shard Tickets

See London like never before from The Shard’s Skydeck, with sweeping 360° views from one of the tallest buildings in Western Europe.

Getting started

Head to The Shard's entrance with your mobile ticket in hand. Pass through a security screening and scan your ticket for access to the viewing levels.

What to expect

The View from The Shard

Step into the high-speed elevators that whisk you to floors 68 and 69, home to spacious indoor viewing galleries. Then, ascend to level 72’s open-air Skydeck for uninterrupted views of the London skyline, stretching up to 40 miles on a clear day.

Features

• Levels 68 & 69 galleries: Indoor observation areas with floor-to-ceiling glass for panoramic city views.
• Skydeck (Level 72): An open-air platform offering a dramatic perspective above London’s rooftops.
• London landmarks: Spot the Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, and more.
• Digital photo package: Included with your ticket to capture and keep your experience.
• Architecture: Learn about The Shard, a marvel of modern architecture designed by Renzo Piano, made up of a staggering 11,000 glass panels.

Extras

• Fast-track admission with champagne: Includes a glass of champagne or a non-alcoholic drink for a celebratory experience with fast-track entry to The Shard.

Wrapping up

Your experience ends at the viewing platform, where you’re free to linger or head back down at your own pace. Continue exploring nearby attractions or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants in The Shard.

The View from The Shard Tickets

Rising above London’s skyline, visitors ascend to unparalleled heights, crafting memories that weave the city's historical grandeur with its modern dynamism. As you ride high-speed lifts to one of Europe's tallest viewing platforms, prepare to be enveloped by 360° panoramic vistas stretching up to 40 miles in every direction, providing breathtaking glimpses of iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and Big Ben from a vantage point that truly encapsulates the essence of London. The Shard, standing at an awe-inspiring height of over 800 feet, offers not just a view but an experience that transcends mere observation, inviting explorers to immerse themselves in the city’s architectural marvels and historical narratives, all while understanding that the best views often come with a step back from the bustling streets below.

Ascending The Shard's Skyline

Rising above London’s skyline as part of your visit, The Shard presents an unparalleled observation experience. As you ascend to levels 68 and beyond, the cityscape transforms into a tapestry of architectural marvels and historical landmarks, each vantage point revealing new layers of the urban landscape. From the indoor panoramic gallery on Level 69 to the open-air deck at Level 72, every step offers unique perspectives that highlight the Shard’s distinctive glass facade and its role as a symbol of modern London. Here, visitors are not just observers but participants in an architectural narrative that celebrates the city's evolution from ancient roots to contemporary heights.

Discovering Tower Bridge's Iconic Presence

Experience Tower Bridge during your visit to The Shard, showcasing its iconic presence as a landmark and symbol of London’s rich history. Spanning the River Thames with its distinctive bascule bridge design, Tower Bridge stands not only as an engineering marvel but also as a testament to Victorian architecture and ingenuity. From the elevated viewpoint at The Shard, this historic structure appears even more majestic against the backdrop of the city skyline, its twin towers and walkways offering a sense of both grandeur and historical continuity. This vantage point provides explorers with a panoramic view that captures Tower Bridge’s intricate details and structural beauty in a way that underscores its significance as one of London’s most recognizable landmarks.

Tour Highlights

• Ascend to Europe's tallest viewing platform
• Visit Level 68 for an introduction to the Shard experience
• Experience panoramic views stretching up to 40 miles in every direction
• Explore Tower Bridge and its historical significance from a unique angle
• Upgrade with fast-track entry for a more relaxed visit
• Enjoy a glass of champagne or soft drink on the open-air deck

Sailing through time and space, this journey is crafted for explorers of towering heights, devotees of panoramic views, and seekers of urban grandeur. It weaves together the city’s past with its present, offering memorable encounters to forge connections that resonate like a melody echoing across the skyline, understanding that every view from above tells a story of transformation and continuity.