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The View from The Shard (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is The View from The Shard?

61%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 61% Baby-Friendly: Babies enter free and there is pushchair parking plus one baby-change toilet, yet no nursing room, crowded decks and pressure-changing lifts require parents to manage feeding and comfort carefully.

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WORTH IT? View from the Shard | London
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Positives:

  • Free Entry for Babies: Children under 3 enter free with each adult ticket.
  • No Time Limit: Stay as long as you need for breaks, feeding, or naps.
  • View Guarantee: Return free within three months if key landmarks are not visible.

Challenges:

  • Wind and Cold: The open-air deck can be very windy; bring layers for your baby.
  • Queue Times: Elevator lines can form at peak hours, which may unsettle a baby.
  • No Nursing Room: There is no private nursing room; you may need to use the disabled toilet.
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What is The View from The Shard?

  • A public observation deck spanning levels 68–72 of The Shard, London’s tallest skyscraper
  • Features floor-to-ceiling glass galleries and an open-air Skydeck engineered for 360° panoramas
  • Provides visibility up to 40 miles, supported by a clear-sky guarantee

What is so special about The View from The Shard for with baby?

  1. Babies under 3 enter free and pushchairs park for free
  2. 360° indoor galleries and open-air Skydeck for safe viewing
  3. Baby-change facilities and rest seating available on level 68
  4. No time limit lets you feed, change, and rest at your pace
  5. Digital telescopes engage older children while you enjoy views

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: A few hours lets you enjoy views, use baby facilities, and take breaks without rushing.

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Baby-Friendly Activities in The View from The Shard

Explore 360° Viewing Galleries:

Walk the indoor levels 68–69 then step onto the open-air Skydeck on level 72.

Tip: Bring a warm layer and go indoors first to acclimatize your baby.

Use Digital Tell:scopes:

Zoom in on over 200 landmarks and read short stories on touchscreen scopes.

Tip: Hold your baby securely and let older siblings point out sights.

Baby-Change and Rest:

Find the disabled toilet cubicle on level 68 for changing and resting.

Tip: Ask staff for a foldable chair to sit while feeding or settling your baby.

Pushchair Parking:

Fold and leave your pushchair at the designated area before security.

Tip: Fold it at the booking hall to speed up entry.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to The View from The Shard

  1. Book Timed Tickets: Reserve a morning slot to avoid crowds and reduce wait times.
  2. Ask for Seating: Request a foldable chair on arrival to rest while feeding.
  3. Check Weather: Pick a clear day for the best views and free re-entry if visibility is limited.
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Reviews of The View from The Shard

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Mick Dunn

Mick Dunn

Dec 2025

The View From The Shard in Southwark was, for me, well worth the £32 access fee. The Shard, as in “shard of glass”, is the tallest building in Greater London and the United Kingdom at 1,016 feet and 95 floors. The fee will get you access to observation decks on the 68th, 69th, and 72nd floors. There is a full adult beverage bar on the 72nd, which is 802 feet above street level. The Shard is also t...

Jacks T

Jacks T

Dec 2025

Amazing views and great experience for a little of something different. We were 2 couples on a dine and view package. We enjoyed some bubbles whilst watching the daylight disappear exposing the fantastic city lights across iconic London scenes. We were there approximately 1 hour but it could have easily been longer. Highly recommend a visit.

Penny Gaffney

Penny Gaffney

Nov 2025

A fantastic viewing platform of London city! Two seperate levels of indoor and outdoor observatory tower you can see London in all directions! I was lucky to be there at the right time when the tower bridge lifted open for a ship! 🌁🌉 The way the architecture of the building look up close is so fascinating and it was awesome when you start seeing from afar until you walk up to it! Even the bathro...

Diaz

Diaz

Nov 2025

Went to The Shard late afternoon, no queue at all and paid around £60 for two. Quick bag check and metal detector, then two smooth, fast lifts to the top. The views were absolutely incredible, and there’s even a bar up there! A bit windy but surrounded by glass. Overall, an amazing experience and well worth it.

Kaveeraj Lingiah

Kaveeraj Lingiah

Nov 2025

​We visited The Shard the other day, and it was the highlight of our central trip. Getting there was simple; the entrance is well-signposted near London Bridge station. ​The staff managing the access were incredibly helpful, and thanks to having a Blue Badge, we were given priority access and moved straight through to the high-speed elevators without any wait, which made the start of the visit won...

When is the best time to visit The View from The Shard (London, United Kingdom)?

For clearer views, visit in spring or autumn. In winter, wrap up warm to handle wind on the Skydeck. Summer mornings are cooler and quieter.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

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Adult ticketGBP 38
Hot drinkGBP 3
Total EstimatedGBP 79

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Address: 32 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG, UK

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About The View from The Shard

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:Closed
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

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+44 344 499 7222

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