Visit to The View from The Shard and Thames Sightseeing Cruise for Two
About this experience
Experience London from two very different vantage points with entry to The View from The Shard and Thames Sightseeing Cruise for Two.
An icon amidst the city’s skyline, Western Europe’s tallest building is renowned for its magnificent architecture, 5* hospitality, and sweeping 360-degree views across the city below. You can take in the sights at your leisure, both in Level 69’s indoor viewing gallery and on Level 72’s spectacular open-air platform, offering views for up to 40 miles in every direction.
Afterwards, you’ll switch to water level with unlimited travel on a hop-on-hop-off Thames Sightseeing Cruise. Capture all of London’s best-loved landmarks as it passes by the Houses of Parliament, London Eye, the Tower of London, and many more historic and famous sites.
SKU: PSHCR2 SP1
For 2
participants12 Months
ValidityFlexible
BookingEasy
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
“Fantastic experience: Shard + City Cruise - Thames”
Really great combination, seeing the sites either side of the Thames from the river... then seeing London and beyond from the 72nd floor (viewing platform) of the Shard. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience. Not to mention the walk from Westminster Bridge along the south side of the Thames to the Shard.
What's Included
- Entry to The View from The Shard for two
- Highest viewing gallery in London
- 360 degree unparalleled views of the capital
- An unlimited hop on and hop off Thames sightseeing cruise for two
- Cruise past some of London’s most iconic attractions
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Your ticket for The View from The Shard must be pre-booked so you can arrive and make your way to the attraction, shortening time spent in queues. You can enjoy the experience at your leisure with no time restriction on your visit meaning you can take as long as you like to soak up the breath-taking views. You’ll take the elevator up to the indoor viewing platform on Level 69 and if you’re feeling brave, up to level 72 for a spectacular open-air platform.
As part of this experience, enjoy unlimited hop-on-hop-off travel on a Thames Sightseeing Cruise. Relax as you cruise along the river, getting up close to some of London’s best-loved landmarks, including the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.
Location
London (5 Locations)
Visit The View from The Shard for Two
1.62 miles(approx)
Thames River Cruise Rover Ticket for Two
Note: Distances are measured in a straight line from each location
Participant guidelines
The View from The Shard
- Minimum age: 16
- There is disabled access to The View - please check for full details at the time of booking
Thames Sightseeing Cruise
- Minimum age: 16
- You must take your voucher along to the City Cruises ticket office at any one of the piers on the day you wish to take the cruise and exchange it with the booking staff for an unlimited River Red Rover ticket
The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
Availability
The View from The Shard
Tickets can be booked on selected dates throughout the year. Please note that The Shard is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
To reduce queues and ensure the best possible visitor experience for everyone, admission to The View will only be valid on the date and time stated on your ticket once a booking has been made with Virgin Experience Days Ltd.
Tickets for The View are non-transferable and non-refundable
Last entry varies depending on the time of year - please check for exact timings when booking. Bookings can be made between 24 hours and 4 months in advance, subject to availability, with a valid voucher.
The Voucher has a voucher number and a pin number which needs to be quoted when booking. Your e-ticket which will be sent as confirmation of your booking will include a multi-digit order number to gain access into the attraction or The View from The Shard ticket.
Thames Sightseeing Cruise
The Thames sightseeing cruise can be used any day of the week subject to availability and doesn’t have to be used on the same day as your visit to The View from The Shard. Excluded dates include 25 December, 1 January, Valentines (13 and 14 February), UK Mother's day, Good Friday to Easter Monday, UK Father's day and Bank Holiday Mondays.
You must take your experience before the voucher expiry date.
Please note this experience will run Friday to Sunday only (all date’s exclude Greenwich) until 31 March 2021. Availability from April 2021 to be confirmed. Please check closer to the time of traveling that there are no changes to the schedule as services may change at short notice due to the current circumstances.
Please note: All cruise bookings are subject to availability and operational changes. There is a set allocation for voucher holders on each date and it is not always possible to fulfil specific date requests.
A standard visit to The View from The Shard lasts approximately 1 to 2 hours, allowing ample time for you to relax and enjoy the city skyline at your leisure as there is no time restriction on your visit.
Your Thames sightseeing cruise can start from 10.00 to approximately 18.00 (depending on the season).
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
How it works
Customer Reviews
“Fantastic experience: Shard + City Cruise - Thames”
Really great combination, seeing the sites either side of the Thames from the river... then seeing London and beyond from the 72nd floor (viewing platform) of the Shard. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience. Not to mention the walk from Westminster Bridge along the south side of the Thames to the Shard.
“A day out in London”
A very enjoyable visit to the Shard and a lovely boat trip up the Thames a really good experience.
“Well worth it 😀”
The view from the Shard was a great experience and well worth a visit. Also enjoyed the river cruise. The only issue we had was that Virgin Experience customer service was shocking. It took several emails and several weeks to get a response and actually book the visit. Unable to contact them by phone. Apparently this was due to staff working from home. What a poor excuse for a company as big as Virgin.