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The Shard

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Bermondsey, London
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    Des Pudels K.
    "Great drinks with an astonishing view of London."(6 Tips)
    "Renzo Piano's staff has done a great job!"(3 Tips)
    Charlotte A.
    "Drinks on the 32nd floor, impressive views of London"(3 Tips)
    Cagri A.
    "The tallest building in London also in Europe."(2 Tips)
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  • Paige H.heart icon on user image
    Paige HunterApril 19, 2017
    Come up for the absolute best views of London. You really can see everything! There are snacks and champagne available to buy at the top as well. It's a lovely experience.
    Upvoted Feb 7
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    ℳ𝒶𝓎♍January 19, 2017
    Yes, it does look like a long shard of glass in person, which is what it pretty much looks like in photos. Definitely a one of its kind structure and worthy of your photo-taking time!
    Upvoted Feb 25
  • Matina K.
    Amazing!You must go if you come to London bridge. You can see all the beauty of London. You will find a restaurant on 32th floor and a cafe bar on 52th but you should make a reservation for no waiting
  • Benjamin 🚀heart icon on user image
    Benjamin 🚀January 1, 2015
    Absolutely brilliant!!! Make a reservation in advance so you don't have to wait. Also make the extra step and head up to the outdoor observation deck. 🌃
  • Cagri A.heart icon on user image
    Cagri AkgurFebruary 10, 2023
    The tallest building in London also in Europe. There is a viewing terrace at the top for a price. If you don’t want to pay try Sky Garden opposite of the river
  • Adam F.heart icon on user image
    Adam FlanaganApril 2, 2015
    The architecture and views are phenomenal. The toilets are simply awesome, if somewhat lacking in privacy! Whilst an awesome building and experience, the price is extortionate.
  • Maha A.heart icon on user image
    Maha AMarch 28, 2017
    The architecture is WOW. But honestly the afternoon was not only over priced but average. You must not wear sport, trainers etc or you will not be allowed to go in.
  • Hareesh N.
    Hareesh NuthiNovember 1, 2014
    Head up to 35th floor shangrila lobby for a free view.. Also aqua bar on otherside to pop in for a nice view of tower bridge
  • Nicole M.heart icon on user image
    Nicole MillsNovember 1, 2023
    Great views over London. Quite expensive for a ticket to the top. Bar, restaurant and gelato available at the top.
  • Oliver W.heart icon on user image
    Oliver WatersJanuary 29, 2015
    Highly recommend. Pre-book for sunset to see London by day and by night. Champagne package is also worth it!
  • Katie F.heart icon on user image
    Katie FramptonFebruary 25, 2014
    I recommend going in the evening... You can see absolutely everything! Plus, London at night is always gorgeous! (And less tourists)
  • miss_cinnamonheart icon on user image
    miss_cinnamonMarch 14, 2017
    Renzo Piano beautified London's skyline. The view from the 32nd floor bar is magnificent. (The cocktails too)
  • Annemarie K.heart icon on user image
    Annemarie KruijerSeptember 10, 2016
    Have a cocktail and enjoy the amazing view of the London skyline, you won't be disappointed.
  • S Marks The Spots
    S Marks The SpotsMarch 31, 2013
    Enjoy the breathtaking views from the 68th, 69th and 72nd floor! Use one of the several digital telescopes to pick out famous London landmarks in real time, day-time or night-time view. Read more
  • Sara C.heart icon on user image
    Sara CorreiaJuly 3, 2016
    Amazing views of London! The sunset is amazing!:)
  • Kae  ? ?.
    The Shard or Shard London Bridge is a skyscraper in Southwark, London. Standing 309.6 metres (1,016 ft) above ground level, it is the tallest building in Europe as of July 2012
  • Olga S.heart icon on user image
    Olga SidorovaJune 6, 2016
    Love this hotel+restaurant+bar+view+staff 👏👏👏
  • Magdalena K.heart icon on user image
    Magdalena KarniewiczDecember 5, 2015
    amazing view, nice bar , good coctails ( ca 15£ so prices are ok), friendly stuff, great place for a date or drink
  • Laurent C.heart icon on user image
    Laurent C.September 18, 2016
    Amazing views! Prebook online for sunset to see London by day and by night!
  • Alex A.heart icon on user image
    Alex AntoniuAugust 10, 2014
    This new building is one of the new attractions of london that you must visit. The view from the 72 flour over the city is amazing!
  • Des Pudels K.
    Des Pudels KernFebruary 27, 2017
    Go for the Gong-bar on the 52nd floor. Great drinks with an astonishing view of London. Skip Tink restaurant on the 35th floor. Service is slow and the food boring.
  • Jessicaheart icon on user image
    JessicaOctober 8, 2016
    Don't bother with the pricey viewing platform, save that money and head to one of the bars for a cocktail with a view!
  • Brad T.
    Brad TOctober 26, 2014
    Avoid the line for 'the bird's and go straight to the line for bar and restaurants for the whole experience.
  • HISTORY UK
    HISTORY UKAugust 5, 2011
    Standing at 310m high, the Shard will own the title of the EU's tallest building when completed in 2012. In 1098 the White Tower was named Britain's tallest building standing at a mere 27m tall.
  • Martin R.
    Martin R.January 3, 2014
    If you feel the 25 pounds for the view are a bit much, go to the bar "Oblix" on 32 floor and say at the entrance that you're only there for drinks/coffee. It's on 32nd floor!!
  • A.J
    A.JMarch 3, 2013
    Come just before sunset so you can see London both at day and night :)
  • Lydia S.heart icon on user image
    Lydia SasaroliNovember 23, 2013
    Stunning views of London. The view at night is amazing! Perfect surprise gift for your loved one :)
  • Amit P.heart icon on user image
    Amit PanditJanuary 27, 2015
    Excellent views. Service at the bar can be extremely slow, but the food and service ones seated makes up for this.
  • Gary H.heart icon on user image
    Gary HorSeptember 26, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    If you could, stay at Shangri-La at The Shard for even a night. It's worth every pound spent.
  • Olga S.heart icon on user image
    Olga SidorovaJune 6, 2016
    Beautiful hotel💘 fantastic staff🙌amazing view🙌 highly recommended😜
  • kateheart icon on user image
    kateApril 21, 2013
    Great view by day & night, not too busy, unlimited time upstairs, free wi-fi. Money very well spent!
  • Stephen R.
    Stephen RobinsonApril 10, 2015
    Pay to see The View from the Shard. It's worth it, especially on a lovely day.
  • JM H.
    JM HavFebruary 15, 2013
    Go up at Twilight and the views over London will be amazing!
  • ellaliheart icon on user image
    ellaliOctober 4, 2017
    Amazing building and the view above London is adorable
  • HeyTripster
    HeyTripsterDecember 9, 2021
    Interpreted as an alternative to the London Eye, it is the tallest structure in Europe where you can see the view 360 degrees. Read more
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    ᴬᴮᴱᴱᴿApril 25, 2016
    Nice view .. Great place for afternoon tea 👌🏻
  • Massimiliano S.heart icon on user image
    If you go at the 72 floor you can see everything.
  • Aldous Noahheart icon on user image
    Aldous NoahMay 16, 2018
    Tallest building in Western Europe! 🇬🇧
  • Ana L.
    Ana LaraOctober 4, 2014
    No need to pay to go to the top. Go for a drink or dinner in one of its restaurants!
  • Christian D.
    Christian DuncanMarch 11, 2014
    Go up the escalator outside London Bridge tube for an epic reminder of how tiny we are!
  • Steve L.
    Steve LyonsMay 30, 2014
    take some cash and treat yourself to a glass of champagne (£10) when in the viewing gallery
  • Jamie B.heart icon on user image
    Jamie BarnardMay 4, 2015
    Its really pointy and you can wee with a great view
  • Senel A.
    Senel AkarcaNovember 9, 2013
    Thoroughly enjoyed the view however it is virtually impossible to get a panoramic shot because of the bearings and why isn't there a glasa elevator? !It's a glass building I thought that was the point
  • Jeffrey Z.
    Jeffrey ZeldmanOctober 14, 2012
    Daring new architecture by Renzo Piano rises brilliantly from the historical City of London.
  • Pernille G.
    Pernille GoSeptember 12, 2014
    Just checked in after a long day! Loving the interior design and last but not least the view!
  • Morgans Hotel Group M.
    Architects are a competitive bunch, with each opus's raison d'etre being to trump the others. Thus, on completion the 'Shard of Glass' will be Europe's tallest building. Read more
  • Diana K.heart icon on user image
    Diana KalsiAugust 13, 2019
    Amazing birthday drink 🍹 fantastic view
  • GowithOh
    GowithOhMay 15, 2013
    The Shard in London - where you'll find the best view of the UK's capital!
  • Stefania M.heart icon on user image
    Stefania ManiFebruary 11, 2015
    Amazing view. Went there before the sunset so we saw everything in both day and night light.
  • luc t.heart icon on user image
    luc tSeptember 1, 2013
    Really London? Who builds an 87-storey skyscraper without a carpark!? Anti-car green washing my @55! What about the disabled?
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