What makes it 88% Solo-Friendly: The indoor galleries and the open-air Skydeck offer stunning 360° views, fast lifts minimise waiting, and free digital tell:scopes let a solo visitor explore landmarks independently and safely.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to explore both indoor galleries, step onto the Skydeck and enjoy a drink without rushing.
Step onto the Skydeck:
Experience open-air views from Level 72 over Tower Bridge, the Thames and beyond.
Tip: Carry a windproof jacket; it can be chilly at height.
Use digital tell:scopes:
Zoom in on over 200 London landmarks and read short stories at each point.
Tip: Select English audio to listen to facts as you explore.
Join a London Experts talk:
Listen to drop-in guides share hidden stories and fun facts.
Tip: Check the talk schedule at reception when you arrive.

Mick Dunn
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
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
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
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
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...
Book early-morning slots in summer for clearer skies. In winter, aim for the 4 pm entry to catch sunset and city lights.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Standard ticket | GBP 30 |
| Coffee or soft drink at bar | GBP 8 |
| Fast-track upgrade | GBP 10 |
| Total Estimated | GBP 48 |
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