The Shard
At about 310 meters, the tallest building in the United Kingdom. Its observation deck on floors 68 to 72 overlooks the Thames and Tower Bridge.
The glass spire was designed by Renzo Piano. The View from The Shard observation deck occupies floors 68 to 72, and floor 72 is partially open-air, with views up to 40 miles away. Tickets start at about £30. Booking in advance on the official website offers discounts, and you can reschedule if the weather is poor. To save on tickets, you can visit the Aqua Shard or the Oblix restaurant and bar on floors 31 to 33 and enjoy the views with a purchase. The Shard is next to London Bridge Station and Borough Market. Walk across London Bridge to reach the Tower of London area.
Opening hours
About 10:00–22:00 (varies by season)
Nearby sights
- Borough Market
- Sky Garden
- Tower of London
- Tower Bridge
- Tate Modern
- St Paul's Cathedral
- London Eye
- Covent Garden