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THE VIEW FROM THE SHARD

London's highest viewing platform

Spanning across levels 68 to 72, this popular tourist attraction provides visitors with the very best views of London.

 

You'll find an indoor viewing platform on level 69 and an outside desk on level 72, both complete with their own bars serving everything from coffee to champagne.  And don't miss the loo-with-a-view on level 68!

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LIFT TO THE TOP

TRAVEL AT 6M PER SECOND

 

Your journey to the top of The Shard starts with the lifts, which travel at 6 meters per second, making them amongst the fastest in the world. 

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You'll take two lifts, the first from level 1-33 and then 33-68. The total journey time to the top is around 1 minute, so hold onto your hats! 

LEVEL 68

VIEWING GALLERY ARRIVAL FLOOR AND EXIT

 

As the doors to the lift open on level 68, you'll be greeted with your first stunning view of the city. 

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But don't hang around as level 69 will be waiting for you - that's where you can discover the city like never before. 

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LEVEL 69

INDOOR VIEWING GALLERY

 

You've made it. 

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This is the main indoor viewing platform at The Shard. Spend time taking in the sights, north, east, south and west, and make use of the many London Experts who are on hand to answer your most intriguing questions about the city. 

LEVEL 72

OUTDOOR VIEWING GALLERY

 

Venture on up even further, this time to level 72, where you'll find the outdoor viewing platform (yes, it's outside and open to the elements!)

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As well as the sights, you can take in the sounds (and elements) of the city like never before.

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BARS

FIND THEM ON LEVEL 69 AND 72

 

The View from The Shard boasts two of its own bars, exclusively available to visitors with a ticket to the top. 

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These hidden gems serve everything from coffee to champagne and even light snacks. 

GIFT SHOP

LOCATED ON LEVEL 1

 

A staple feature of any decent tourist attraction is the gift shop, and The Shard is no different here. 

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You'll find an array of Shard themed items, including mini-models, keyrings and even umbrellas. The gift shop is located on level 1 and forms part of the exit route - so you can't miss it. The gift shop can also be accessed without a ticket - simply pop in and shop away! 

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LOO WITH A VIEW

SEE IT ON LEVEL 68

 

A must-see (and a must-do if you need to go) is the loo-with-a-view. 

 

You'll find these famous toilets on level 68, but be prepared to queue as they are as popular as The View itself. And yes, people can see you inside, but there is a blind you can lower to protect your dignity.

SOUVENIR PHOTOS

INCLUDED WITH ALL TICKETS

 

All tickets to The View from The Shard include four complimentary digital photos. 

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These are taken against a screen as you arrive, and can be collected as you exit by providing your email address. 

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VIEW GUARANTEE

INCLUDED WITH ALL TICKETS

 

Don't worry if the weather spoils your view on the day of your visit. 

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The View from The Shard offer a View Guarantee, meaning if you can't see certain landmarks due to the weather, they will give you a return ticket allowing you to come back for FREE within 3 months. 

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