The Shard Viewing Gallery and Westminster Walking Tour

The Ritz London, Piccadilly, London, UK, London, United Kingdom
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Overview
Duration
5h
Languages
English
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Almost double the height of any other viewing platform in London, The Shard offers an unbeatable view of the capital. It’s the perfect way to see the city after exploring the iconic sights of Westminster close-up!First, you’ll meet your guide in Green Park to begin a 3-hour tour of Westminster. Along the way, you’ll see many of London’s iconic sights, including Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, The London Eye and Parliament Square. You can even see the Changing of the Guard (daily June and July, otherwise Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays - choose the 10am tour start time).Then, your guide will direct you on how to get to The Shard, where a high-speed elevator will take you to floor 68. Once here, enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view stretching out across the city for up to 40 miles! If you’re feeling brave, you can even head up to the open-air viewing platform on level 72!You can choose between the following options available in the order box: Shared Tour and Private Tour. Please note that the private tour option requires a minimum of 2 adults per booking.

What to remember

Important info

Know in advance:

  • The tour is 5 hours in duration (3 hours at Westminster Walking Tour and 2 hours at The Shard. We will not accompany you into The Shard Viewing Gallery)
  • For Changing of the Guard, select 10am start time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, or Sundays, or any available day in June and July

Remember to bring:

  • An umbrella if it's raining, comfortable shoes, drinks and snacks, a camera, contactless credit/debit card or Oyster Card for transportation
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Guided walking tour. Attractions tickets
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Food and drinks
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Highlights

Experience London's highest view at The Shard. Admire Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and more. Enjoy a small group tour with a fun local guide

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Top Sights Tours LLC
Meeting Point

Meet the guide outside of the Ritz hotel (150 Piccadilly, W1J 9BR) next to 2 red telephone boxes and 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs. The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station. When you get to Green Park Underground station, take the left hand exit. You will see a set of stairs and a ramp leading out of the station. Take the stairs up and walk towards the Ritz Hotel.