About the deck
The View from The Shard at floors 68-72 is the UK's highest public viewing gallery at 244 metres. The outdoor Sky Deck at level 72 is open to the elements, with wind and weather adding to the experience. Below, the London Bridge area, the Thames, and the City of London spread out in all directions.
The Shard's distinctive pyramidal glass crown means the outdoor level is exposed on all sides. On clear days views extend to the South Downs and parts of Essex. The building is Western Europe's tallest, and the observation experience reflects its position at the architectural apex of the London skyline..
The honest take
The Shard is a building that makes no apologies for what it is. The open-top floor at 244m genuinely feels open - there is no glass between you and the city below the railing level. The price point is typical for European landmark decks. Worth noting: The Shard's architectural height is 309.6m. The observation deck at 244m sits 65m below the building's tip.
Height in context
Elevation data
Deck elevation: 244m (801 ft)
Floor: 72
Access type: Outdoor
Data notes
Height and floor data sourced from Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA). Ticket prices verified from official sources on 2026-05-09. Prices change frequently - verify before booking.
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