Is it free to go to the top of The Shard?

If you'd rather enjoy the view while having a nice meal or a creative drink, there are five restaurants at the Shard to consider. Of course, you'll be paying for food and/or drink, but entry to the Shard will be free.

How much does it cost to go to the top of The Shard?

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.

Do you have to pay to go up Shard?

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 I go to the top of The Shard?

London's highest and best view is situated at the top of The Shard, on floors 68, 69 and 72. At almost twice the height of any other viewing platform in the capital, it offers visitors unparalleled 360-degree views for up to 40 miles.

Can you just turn up at The Shard?

Don't worry, you can enter The View from The Shard at any time up to 15 minutes after the time printed on your ticket. If you are later, you may need to pay a rebooking fee.

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Can you wear jeans in The Shard?

Hello, The dress code for all the restaurants in the Shard is that we request diners do not wear sportswear or beachwear. Jeans would be acceptable, however please be aware that trainers of any kind can be considered sportswear, so we recommend wearing a more conventional style of shoe. over a year ago.

How much is a meal in The Shard?

How much: With plenty of main dishes breaking the £30 barrier, dining here is far from cheap. Expect to spend around £100 per person. If you like getting good value for money, try the 5 course set lunch at £55pp.

Why is the top of The Shard open?

The design was influenced by the irregular nature of the site. Each facet forms a shard, a plane of glass gently inclined inwards, rising towards the top. The corners of the development are open and the shards do not touch, allowing the building to "breathe".

Is The Shard open on a Tuesday?

Thursday – Saturday: 10 am to 10 pm (access until 8:30 pm). Sunday – Wednesday: 10 am to 7 pm (access until 5:30 pm). Closed on 25 December.

Can you pay at The Shard?

You do have to pay to go to the top of the Shard. However, if you want to check out the restaurants and bars half way up, you shouldn't have to pay. The entrance to the restaurants and bars are at the opposite side to the viewing experience and there is a dress code, no shorts or flip flops.

What floor is bar 31 at The Shard?

Set on the ground floor, Bar 31 is the most casual of the Shard restaurants – a swanky sports bar meets New York Deli.

How much is a shard apartment?

These penthouse apartments situated near the top of the tower were marketed to the super rich and were rumoured to have a price tag of between £30 - £50 million each. Of course, this is silly money to anyone who doesn't own a private jet, and it would appear even the mega rich didn't bite.

Is there a dress code for Aqua Shard?

From their website - "Our dress code is smart casual, we regret that entry will not be allowed if you are wearing shorts, flip flops, sports kit or sports shoes."

Are there apartments in The Shard?

The Shard's exclusive residential apartments, situated on floors 53-65, are the highest in the UK and offer the best view of the capital from the most prestigious address in London.

Why is The Shard unfinished?

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This, according to another architect on the project, allows the building to "breathe" - hence the reason why it may look unfinished to some.

Is the London Shard open?

We are so excited to announce that The View from The Shard is finally open! Once again, we would like to thank you for your continued support. We look forward to celebrating The View from The Shard's re-opening with you!

What do you wear to the afternoon tea at The Shard?

In fact, the dress code for all of The Shard's afternoon teas is smart casual, so steer clear of activewear/sports kit, shorts, flip flops or sports shoes.

Which restaurant is the highest in The Shard?

TĪNG. The highest of the Shard restaurants, TĪNG is perched amongst the clouds on Level 35.

How many restaurants are in The Shard?

There are currently six Shard restaurants and bars in total – Aqua Shard, Oblix, Hutong, Bar 31, TĪNG, and GŎNG, however, a more accurate number might be seven.

Can children wear trainers to The Shard?

Dress Code Policy: No trainers, shorts, sportsware

Absolutely no trainers or sports shoes allowed. Otherwise the dress code is smart casual.

Is there a swimming pool in The Shard?

SKY POOL & SAUNA

Renowned as the highest hotel pool in Western Europe, the infinity Sky Pool sits on level 52, and alongside the Sky Sauna offers guests an exclusive oasis with unparalleled views of London.

Who owns The Shard apartments?

While The Shard is owned by both the Sellar Property Group and the State of Qatar, the latter actually own 95% of the enterprise after securing an initial 80% stake in 2008.

How much did the shard go over budget?

Other well-documented examples include the Scottish Parliament building, costing 10 times its original budget and delivered more than three years late, and London's Shard, costing a rumoured £1.5 billion and coming in at more than 240% over budget.

Is the Shard taller than the Empire State Building?

The Shard is the largest skyscraper in the United Kingdom and seventh largest building in Europe. The Empire State building is currently the seventh-largest tower in New York City and the ninth tallest in the United States. Skyscrapers are typically defined as being over 150m and are continuously habitable.

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