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The View from The Shard

Ascend 309 meters above the capital to London’s highest viewing platform for an unparalleled 360-degree panorama. From the open-air Skydeck on Level 72, you can spot icons like Tower Bridge and St. Paul’s Cathedral stretching up to 40 miles into the horizon.
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Aerial view of the Shard tower in central London at sunset.
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  • Ride high-speed lifts to one of London’s tallest viewing platforms and enjoy 360° skyline views stretching up to 40 miles in every direction.

  • Begin your visit on Level 68, then explore Level 69’s panoramic indoor gallery for iconic sights like Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and St. Paul’s.

  • Step onto Level 72’s open-air sky deck for an immersive experience and see its distinctive glass facade from the top floor.

  • Upgrade your visit with fast-track entry and a glass of champagne or soft drink, or get an immersive London city audio narrating the tales of the city's icons.

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  • Ride high-speed lifts to one of London’s tallest viewing platforms and enjoy 360° skyline views stretching up to 40 miles in every direction.

  • Begin your visit on Level 68, then explore Level 69’s panoramic indoor gallery for iconic sights like Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and St. Paul’s.

  • Step onto Level 72’s open-air sky deck for an immersive experience and see its distinctive glass facade from the top floor.

  • Upgrade your visit with fast-track entry and a glass of champagne or soft drink, or get an immersive London city audio narrating the tales of the city's icons.

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Toasting champagne glasses with a view from The Shard, London.
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  • Head straight to one of London’s highest viewing platforms with your entry tickets and toast the skyline with a glass of champagne or soft drink.

  • Take in sweeping 360-degree views from The Shard, nearly twice as tall as any other viewpoint in London, stretching up to 40 miles.

  • Explore the indoor gallery on Level 69 and the open-air Sky Deck on Level 72 for unmatched views of landmarks like Tower Bridge and St Paul’s.

  • Ride high-speed lifts from Level 1 to 68 in under a minute, then ascend to the top floors of London’s most iconic modern skyscraper.

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  • Head straight to one of London’s highest viewing platforms with your entry tickets and toast the skyline with a glass of champagne or soft drink.

  • Take in sweeping 360-degree views from The Shard, nearly twice as tall as any other viewpoint in London, stretching up to 40 miles.

  • Explore the indoor gallery on Level 69 and the open-air Sky Deck on Level 72 for unmatched views of landmarks like Tower Bridge and St Paul’s.

  • Ride high-speed lifts from Level 1 to 68 in under a minute, then ascend to the top floors of London’s most iconic modern skyscraper.

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View from The Shard and Tower of London, London tour combo offer.
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  • Discover 1,000 years of British history and take in skyline views from one of London’s highest viewpoints with this money-saving combo ticket.

  • Explore the Tower of London, a UNESCO site that served as a palace, prison, and home to the dazzling Crown Jewels.

  • Visit royal landmarks like the White Tower and the Chapel of St Peter, the burial site of Queen Anne Boleyn, within the fortress walls.

  • Ride high-speed lifts to The Shard’s indoor gallery on level 69 and open-air Skydeck on level 72 for breathtaking 360° city views.

  • Enjoy 40 miles of unobstructed views of landmarks, including the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, and the River Thames.

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  • Discover 1,000 years of British history and take in skyline views from one of London’s highest viewpoints with this money-saving combo ticket.

  • Explore the Tower of London, a UNESCO site that served as a palace, prison, and home to the dazzling Crown Jewels.

  • Visit royal landmarks like the White Tower and the Chapel of St Peter, the burial site of Queen Anne Boleyn, within the fortress walls.

  • Ride high-speed lifts to The Shard’s indoor gallery on level 69 and open-air Skydeck on level 72 for breathtaking 360° city views.

  • Enjoy 40 miles of unobstructed views of landmarks, including the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, and the River Thames.

from Original price£56
£50.40

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Slide 1 of 11, Tower Bridge walkway with a red bus and The Shard at sunset in London.
Tower Bridge walkway with a red bus and The Shard at sunset in London.
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  • Discover two iconic London landmarks with one combo ticket—save 10% while exploring historic Tower Bridge and soaring views from the Shard.

  • Walk across Tower Bridge’s 42-meter-high glass walkway and see the Thames beneath your feet for a thrilling view of London’s skyline.

  • Step into the Victorian Engine Room to explore the original steam machinery and uncover 135 years of groundbreaking bridge engineering.

  • Ride high-speed lifts to The Shard’s Level 72 open-air Skydeck and soak in panoramic 360° views from one of the tallest viewing points in London.

  • Enjoy indoor galleries on Levels 68 and 69 of The Shard, offering a comfortable spot to take in the city’s landmarks from above.

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  • Discover two iconic London landmarks with one combo ticket—save 10% while exploring historic Tower Bridge and soaring views from the Shard.

  • Walk across Tower Bridge’s 42-meter-high glass walkway and see the Thames beneath your feet for a thrilling view of London’s skyline.

  • Step into the Victorian Engine Room to explore the original steam machinery and uncover 135 years of groundbreaking bridge engineering.

  • Ride high-speed lifts to The Shard’s Level 72 open-air Skydeck and soak in panoramic 360° views from one of the tallest viewing points in London.

  • Enjoy indoor galleries on Levels 68 and 69 of The Shard, offering a comfortable spot to take in the city’s landmarks from above.

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The Shard and London Eye in London, UK.
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  • See London from two iconic viewpoints—The Shard and the London Eye—while saving time and money with this value-packed combo ticket.

  • Ride high-speed lifts to The Shard’s 72nd-floor sky deck for 360° views stretching up to 40 miles in every direction.

  • Board a climate-controlled glass pod on the London Eye for a smooth, 30-min aerial journey past Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

  • Choose a fast-track London Eye upgrade to skip queues and save up to 60 mins, giving you more time to explore the city.

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  • See London from two iconic viewpoints—The Shard and the London Eye—while saving time and money with this value-packed combo ticket.

  • Ride high-speed lifts to The Shard’s 72nd-floor sky deck for 360° views stretching up to 40 miles in every direction.

  • Board a climate-controlled glass pod on the London Eye for a smooth, 30-min aerial journey past Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

  • Choose a fast-track London Eye upgrade to skip queues and save up to 60 mins, giving you more time to explore the city.

from Original price£54.53
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View from The Shard and group climbing The O2 in London.
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  • You haven't seen London if you haven't seen it from The Shard, so take this golden opportunity to discover the city with experts on site.

  • Spot the London Eye, and St. Paul's Cathedral, among other iconic attractions, from the indoor and outdoor viewing decks on levels 68, 69, and 72.

  • Take on the thrilling challenge of scaling the roof of the famous O2 Arena in London; it's sure to turn your average day into an unforgettable escapade!

  • Hook yourself up to a secure harness and scale the iconic building with the aid of a friendly guide, who's on hand to share fascinating facts about The O2.

  • Note: From November 21, 2025, to January 4, 2026, all climbs will include access to the festive Snow Globe Experience on the roof of The O2.

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  • You haven't seen London if you haven't seen it from The Shard, so take this golden opportunity to discover the city with experts on site.

  • Spot the London Eye, and St. Paul's Cathedral, among other iconic attractions, from the indoor and outdoor viewing decks on levels 68, 69, and 72.

  • Take on the thrilling challenge of scaling the roof of the famous O2 Arena in London; it's sure to turn your average day into an unforgettable escapade!

  • Hook yourself up to a secure harness and scale the iconic building with the aid of a friendly guide, who's on hand to share fascinating facts about The O2.

  • Note: From November 21, 2025, to January 4, 2026, all climbs will include access to the festive Snow Globe Experience on the roof of The O2.

from Original price£56
£50.40

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Westminster Abbey facade with visitor during 3-hour walking tour, London.
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  • This value-packed small group guided walking tour to see the best of London's landmarks, neighborhoods, and heritage is the best there is.

  • Explore the Westminster area's popular sights like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Whitehall, among 30 sights, and try to catch the Changing of the Guard too!

  • As you reach the London Bridge area, you can see other iconic attractions like the Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Tower of London, and a few others.

  • End your walking tour by taking an elevator ride up to The Shard, Western Europe's tallest building that offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of the city.

  • Did you know that the Shard's exterior has 11,000 glass panels – that’s equivalent to eight football pitches?

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  • This value-packed small group guided walking tour to see the best of London's landmarks, neighborhoods, and heritage is the best there is.

  • Explore the Westminster area's popular sights like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Whitehall, among 30 sights, and try to catch the Changing of the Guard too!

  • As you reach the London Bridge area, you can see other iconic attractions like the Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Tower of London, and a few others.

  • End your walking tour by taking an elevator ride up to The Shard, Western Europe's tallest building that offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of the city.

  • Did you know that the Shard's exterior has 11,000 glass panels – that’s equivalent to eight football pitches?

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Houses of Parliament and Big Ben by the River Thames in London with Headout Pass logo.
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  • Select from 45+ must-see London experiences, from the London Eye and Tower of London to Frameless, Shrek’s Adventure, Madame Tussauds, and London Zoo.

  • You can also pick from options like Thames River cruises, hop-on hop-off bus tours, walking tours, and top attractions like Chelsea FC Stadium Tour, Kensington Palace.

  • With your pass being valid for 30 days from the selected date, and access to 2 to 7 attractions, you can shape your trip to be quick and breezy or pleasantly packed.

  • Experience Tower of London or Westminster Abbey with Headout's exclusive AI audioguide, uncovering immersive stories and hands-free exploration.

  • With a single pass, you can access London attractions smoothly without juggling tickets, saving money and avoiding the hassle of repeated online bookings.

  • Elevate your London sightseeing experience by upgrading your ticket to tour the Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio Tour and get a ride back.

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  • Select from 45+ must-see London experiences, from the London Eye and Tower of London to Frameless, Shrek’s Adventure, Madame Tussauds, and London Zoo.

  • You can also pick from options like Thames River cruises, hop-on hop-off bus tours, walking tours, and top attractions like Chelsea FC Stadium Tour, Kensington Palace.

  • With your pass being valid for 30 days from the selected date, and access to 2 to 7 attractions, you can shape your trip to be quick and breezy or pleasantly packed.

  • Experience Tower of London or Westminster Abbey with Headout's exclusive AI audioguide, uncovering immersive stories and hands-free exploration.

  • With a single pass, you can access London attractions smoothly without juggling tickets, saving money and avoiding the hassle of repeated online bookings.

  • Elevate your London sightseeing experience by upgrading your ticket to tour the Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio Tour and get a ride back.

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Need a bathroom break? Head to the 72nd floor! The restrooms offer stunning views of London, complete with automatic blinds for privacy—perfect for a quirky photo op with the skyline!

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About The View From The Shard

At 95 stories, The Shard towers like London’s crystal crown! This Renzo Piano masterpiece serves gourmet dining, luxury stays, and views that make you go “whoa.” It’s a skyline star—and yes, it’s selfie-approved!


Address32 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG, UK
Also known asShard London Bridge
Year opened2012
Founded byRenzo Piano
Visitors per year1750000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Did you know The Shard is one of the UK’s greenest skyscrapers? Over 50% of its materials are recycled, and 20% of the steel used comes from reused sources. Talk about sustainable chic!

Why visit The View From The Shard?

London's tallest photo op

Skyline goals? The Shard’s got them! At 1,016 feet, this towering beauty serves up 360° views and even reaches 40 miles on sunny days. Your Instagram feed just hit the jackpot.

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What our guests say

Ann L

United States
Solo
May 2026
Emily the Beefeater guide, was terrific! Lively, entertaining, and informative! The live reenactment was fun! Well organized to accommodate the crowds.

Combo: Tower of London + Shard Entry Tickets

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