The Shard Tour in Bloomsbury London

The Shard London’s Tallest Building

Soaring 310 metres above the London skyline, The Shard is the city’s tallest building and one of its most striking modern landmarks. Designed by architect Renzo Piano and completed in 2012, this glass skyscraper dominates the South Bank of the River Thames and has quickly become an unmissable attraction for visitors to the capital.

The highlight of any visit is the View from The Shard, a spectacular Skydeck located on floors 68 to 72. From here, guests enjoy panoramic, 360-degree views stretching up to 40 miles on a clear day with landmarks such as Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, and even Windsor Castle visible in the distance. By night, the experience is equally breathtaking as London’s lights sparkle beneath you.

The Shard is more than just a viewing platform. It is home to world-class restaurants, bars, offices, and the luxurious Shangri-La Hotel, making it a hub of dining, leisure, and culture in the heart of the city.

As one of London’s top 30 must-see attractions, The Shard is a perfect stop on any sightseeing tour. With Big Ben Coaches, travelling there is simple and stress-free. Our executive Mercedes-Benz fleet and professional drivers provide safe, reliable transport for groups of all sizes, ensuring you arrive in comfort and on time.

Choose Big Ben Coaches as your coach hire partner for London sightseeing and let us take you to new heights with an unforgettable visit to The Shard.

Bloomsbury is a charming district in London’s West End, part of the Borough of Camden, and has long been one of the city’s most fashionable and intellectual areas. It’s best known as the home of the British Museum, the largest museum in the UK. It is surrounded by world-class educational and cultural landmarks such as University College London, the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, and the British Medical Association. Bloomsbury also carries a strong literary legacy, being home to Bloomsbury Publishing, publishers of the Harry Potter series and giving its name to the famous Bloomsbury Group, which included Virginia Woolf, Lytton Strachey, and John Maynard Keynes.

The district first began to develop in the 17th century under the Earls of Southampton. Still, it was the Duke of Bedford in the 19th century who truly shaped it into an elegant Regency-era neighbourhood. Much of this transformation was led by James Burton, the renowned developer who designed many of its iconic garden squares. Today, Bloomsbury Square, Russell Square, and Bedford Square remain at the heart of the area, preserving its historic character and charm.

For groups wanting to explore Bloomsbury and its nearby attractions without worrying about London traffic or public transport, Big Ben Coaches is your trusted travel partner. With our modern Mercedes-Benz fleet and professional drivers, we make sure you arrive in comfort and style, right where the action happens. Whether you’re planning a cultural day out at the British Museum, a stroll through its garden squares, or a wider London sightseeing tour with multiple stops, we’ll handle the journey so you can relax and enjoy everything Bloomsbury has to offer.