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Christmas at The View from The Shard

View of London skyline with festive lights from The Shard during Christmas season.

View from The Shard in London, showcasing city skyline, part of Combo (Save 5%): 2819 + 28140 tour.

View from The Shard in London, showcasing city skyline; Combo (Save 5%): 2819 + 28140.

This holiday season, The Shard is the place to be! Enjoy stunning city views and be dazzled by Western Europe's highest Christmas lights display.

Highlights

Embrace the holiday spirit at The Shard, home to Western Europe's highest festive display. and admire the radiant light show of London's tallest skyscraper.
Get ready for a caroling spectacle as The Shard dazzles London's skyline until December 31st, with lights set to the soundtrack of your favorite holiday tunes.
Sing along to iconic Christmas carols like Jingle Bells, We Wish You A Merry Christmas, and Deck The Halls as the building comes alive with the music.
Experience panoramic views at the indoor and outdoor viewing decks on levels 68, 69, and 72 that offer stunning vistas of the London Eye, and more.
Did you know? The Shard was built using 95% recycled materials and has its own combined heat and power plant.

Inclusions

Entry to The Shard
Christmas lights display at The Shard
Expert London guide
4 digital photos

Access to:

Indoor viewing platforms L-68 & L-69
Outdoor viewing platform L-72

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Jonathan

3/5

Nov, 2024

The view amazing, well placed to view the city at such a high elevation. Quick lifts and not very busy. Issues were Not much seating if there was more we would have stayed for a few more drinks Price of drinks was expensive, also no draught beers Just have a sofa or continuous seating around the walls you would then have loads of people staying longer drinking spending money

Shirley

5/5

Nov, 2024

Celebrating my daughter and granddaughter's birthday with a cocktail at the top of The Shard making memories a day none of us will forget absolutely awesome i

Sally

5/5

Nov, 2024

From start to finish the whole experience was exceptional. Booking the tickets and directions was all very clear and straight forward and the view, wow!! Finally temptation was just too strong and we had to sample a cocktail whilst looking out over the whole of London.

Peter

5/5

Nov, 2024

I've been back to The Shard after more than 10 years and am once again thrilled by the view. It was just a shame about the weather, although it was dry, which is half the battle for a trip like this, and nobody has any influence on it.

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Peter

5/5

Nov, 2024

I have been to this viewing platform several times, but the opportunity to enjoy the view with a good drink made the visit special this time too.

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Your experience

A festive journey to western Europe's highest lights display

Get ready for some Christmas cheer at The Shard as the switch-on of the lights at the spire is accompanied by a stirring performance of the nation's favourite carol – We Wish You A Merry Christmas by a special guest. Watch as the top 20 storeys of the building take on a new life with 575 LED lights in symphony with iconic Christmas carols, creating a visual display that dances through the night sky. The light show repeats four times every hour, offering ample opportunities to witness this magical spectacle. Finally, immortalize your visit with four digital photographs, a keepsake that will forever remind you of your Christmas at The Shard.

Celebrating the holiday season on London's tallest skyscraper

Step inside The Shard, and as you ascend to the indoor viewing platforms L-68 & L-69 and the outdoor viewing platform L-72, the anticipation builds for the grand spectacle that awaits. Your expert London guide will walk you through the architectural marvel, sharing fascinating facts and stories. As the sun sets, watch the London skyline sparkle, as your guide points out famous attractions like Westminster and the London Bridge.

Operating hours

London Eye

Monday	11:00 AM - 06:00 PM	last entry 05:15 PM
Tuesday	11:00 AM - 06:00 PM	last entry 05:15 PM
Wednesday	11:00 AM - 06:00 PM	last entry 05:15 PM
Thursday	11:00 AM - 06:00 PM	last entry 05:15 PM
Friday	11:00 AM - 06:00 PM	last entry 05:15 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 08:30 PM	last entry 07:45 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM - 08:30 PM	last entry 07:45 PM

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep in mind outside food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Large bags and backpacks, over the size of 22 x 15 x 8 inches (55 x 38 x 20cm) or other large equipment are not allowed.