City of London
Sky Garden
Free rooftop jungle above the City
Photo by Declan Sun on Unsplash
- Nearest Station
- MonumentAbout 4 min walk
- Best Time
- Sunset / Blue HourEvening slots fill quickly, so book as soon as they're released.
Best Shot
Great for vertical · 9:16Suggested composition at Sky Garden
- Where to stand
- The south outdoor terrace, or the stairs along the glass windows
- Composition
- Frame The Shard and Tower Bridge over the terrace railing, with your subject as a near-silhouette. Use plants as foreground blur for depth.
Tips
- Booking slots are often released a few weeks ahead
- Tripods are often not allowed
- Avoid glass reflections by wearing dark clothes or pressing the lens to the glass
Overview
Sky Garden is a botanical-garden-like viewing space at the top of a skyscraper, free to enter if you book in advance. With sweeping views of Tower Bridge and The Shard, it's a must for London skyline shots.
- Free viewing space (booking required)
- A glass dome full of greenery
- Views of The Shard and Tower Bridge
Creator Information
- Area
- City of London
- Nearest Station
- MonumentDistrict · Circle
- Walking Time
- About 4 min walk
- Best For
- Instagram / YouTube / Cinematic / Lifestyle
- Best Time
- Sunset / Blue HourEvening slots fill quickly, so book as soon as they're released.
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Indoor
- Free / Paid
- FreeFree (advance booking required)
- Rain Friendly
- Rain friendly
- Filming Permission
- Permission often requiredThis is a private venue where tripods and commercial filming are often restricted. Serious shoots may require applying to the venue in advance.Read the filming permission guide
Nearest stations, prices, opening hours and filming rules may change. This information is currently being verified. Please check official sources before you go.
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