The View from The Shard
London's highest viewing platform, with indoor floors at levels 68 and 69 and an open-air sky deck on level 72 looking out for up to about 40 miles.
- Viewpoint
- Price: £££ · Splurge
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Did you know
High-speed lifts take you from level 1 to level 68 in sixty seconds.
Local tip
The open-air sky deck on level 72 is exposed to the elements, so dress for the wind and pick a clear day. Check the official site for ticket prices and timed slots, which I could not verify.
Finding it
- Address
- Joiner Street, London SE1 9QU
- Nearest station
- London Bridge (National Rail), 114 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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