Can you go up the shard without paying?
No you do not have to pay unless you wish to go up to “The View from The Shard”. If you just want to enjoy the view from our restaurant and bar Aqua Shard just go to our website “aquashard co uk” and reserve a table or if only for the bar just pop in and enjoy our cocktails.
Can you eat at the top of the Shard?
As The Shard’s very own restaurants – Aqua Shard, Oblix and Hutong offer fine-dining and unrivaled views of London, there is a whole host of eating and drinking possibilities nearby too.
Is eating at the Shard expensive?
over a year ago. It’s not a budget attraction and therefore there are no “deals”. Enjoy the views and eat elsewhere if you have a small budget.
How long does a trip up the shard take?
Visitors recommend preparing to spend at least 1 hour at the Shard, but you may want to set aside at least 2 hours if you plan on relaxing here or maybe eat at one of the many restaurants.
Which is better The Shard or Sky Garden?
The Sky garden has a far more relaxed atmosphere with plenty of places to sit and a much more extensive and just as expensive bar selling a wider variety of drinks and snacks. The area of the Sky Garden is many times bigger than that of the Shard.
How much does it cost to enter The Shard?
There are three different types of tickets: a standard ticket costs 32£. a premium ticket costs 42£ and includes fast track entry and a panoramic guide booklet. a VIP ticket cost 52£ and includes fast track entry, a panoramic guide booklet, a glass of Champagne or a soft drink and a souvenir digital photograph.
Is the Shard safe?
“The Shard’s design makes it an intrinsically safe building. As boring as it is, a trip or a slip is the most likely thing to happen, as the Shard Quarter estate accommodates thousands of office workers, visitors, restaurant and hotel guests, and passing members of the public every day,” he says.
Is The Shard safe?
Is it worth going up The Shard?
I live in London and have done The Shard twice and each time it has amazed me! Both times I made sure I went at Sunset so you could see the city by day and by night. I would highly recommend it! I never buy drinks there as it’s ridiculously overpriced but the ticket for admission is well worth it imo.
When do the restaurants open at the shard?
Address: Level 31, The Shard, 31 St Thomas Street, SE1 9RY | Opening times: Mon-Thurs 7am-1am, Fri 7am-3am, Sat 9am-3am, Sun 9am – 1am | Cuisine: British | Brunch? Yes | Afternoon tea? Yes | Sunday lunch?
What kind of food is served at the shard?
The Shard’s 35th floor restaurant is divided into two parts: the lounge and the restaurant. The restaurant is the pricier option, serving up a selection of modern European dishes (think stone bass in XO sauce, rabbit terrine and beef fillet).
Why is the shard so popular in London?
With its unique pyramid shape, The Shard stands out from the skyscrapers around it as a reflective and uplifting beacon in the city. It quickly shot onto the London dining scene and is now one of the most highly rated destinations for both locals and tourists.
Which is the best view of the shard?
The suitably named Oblix West gives diner’s views of West London, while Oblix East looks out onto the East. Which Shard Restaurant has the Best View? Although each restaurant in The Shard has exceptional vistas, there’s one that’s widely accepted as having the best views in the building – Aqua Shard.