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.

• Engaging audio guide: Don’t just see the landmarks—discover them with an immersive London city audio guide that transforms the view from The Shard into a living history book, narrating the tales of the icons beneath your feet as you spot them from the clouds.

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.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

• Outside food & beverages are not allowed on this experience.

• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

• Large bags and backpacks over the size of 22 x 15 x 8 inches (55 x 38 x 20cm) or other large equipment are not allowed.

• Entry for individuals under 18 without a guardian is not included with these tickets.

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

• Please be prepared for x-ray checks at the venue.

• Before your visit, we recommend checking the official website for the most up-to-date timings.

• Please note that opening and closing times may vary and are subject to change depending on events taking place at the venue.

• Planned maintenance works (February-May 2026): The View from The Shard will be carrying out essential improvement works between February and May 2026. During this period, certain areas of the attraction will be temporarily closed at selected times. Please be aware that:

  • There will be no stair free access between Levels 68 and 69 between April 6 and May 31, 2026.

  • This may affect guests with limited mobility or wheelchair users, as alternative step-free routes will not be available during these times.

  • Additional partial closures of areas within the viewing platforms may also occur.

  • Level 72 will remain closed throughout the maintenance period.