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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 of London skyline from The Shard at dusk, featuring iconic landmarks.
View of London from The Shard.

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10:00am - 08:30pm

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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.

    • 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.

    • 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

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

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    Guests from Germany, France, Italy and over 53 countries have loved this experience

    Boulet GILLES

    Boulet

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    An incredible view of the whole of London, a spectacular vantage point. A bar for a drink while touring The shard . An incredible place in London
    Donald Hind

    Donald

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The enthusiasm of the tour guides, Zia and Chris, was contagious. Everyone had a great time learning about the Shard its uses, how it came to be buiilt, and the Opening Day Mascot, Romeo. Thank you for a great day, and as Zia and Chris remarked, the toilets are beautifully located..... Cheers, DH & KH Ottawa ON Canada
    TEDESCO ELISA

    Tedesco

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Going up toward sunset gives you a chance to see the view in natural light first is the thousands of night lights later. Beautiful is the glimpse toward the sky garden
    Nathan phillips

    Nathan

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    First time for me and my partner. Was a really good experience being up that high while having a cocktail! Highly recommend it to anyone
    Katja Melanie Becker

    Katja

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The Shark is so wonderful and special! Every view on all sides and on all three levels is wonderful. The most beautiful view is the one to the Thames and the Tower Bright!
  • 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.

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    Monday10:00am - 08:30pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 08:30pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 08:30pm
    Thursday10:00am - 08:30pm
    Friday10:00am - 08:30pm
    Saturday10:00am - 08:30pm
    Sunday10:00am - 08:30pm
  • 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.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

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