Time slots are available every half an hour. Please advise your preferred entrance time when booking.
Once at the viewing platforms the experience is enjoyed at your leisure, with no time restriction on your stay.
Break The Barrier Experience
Off Peak - Winter sailing (November - February)
Friday: 15:00
Saturday: 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00
Sunday: 14:00 and 15:00
Midweek sailings are available on request for 8 or more passengers
Peak – Summer sailing (March to October)
Friday: 15:00 & 16:00
Saturday: 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 & 16:00
Sunday: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 & 16:00
Midweek sailings are available on request for 8 or more passengers
Duration: 40 minute experience. Lasts up to one hour, including briefing, kit issue and around experience on the water. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the booked time.
Days of operation and timings vary throughout the year.
The View from The Shard is currently bookable until the end of December.
The View from The ShardClosest tube/rail: London Bridge Station
The View from The Shard is located within a few minutes’ walk from London Bridge Underground Station (Northern and Jubilee lines) and London Bridge Station (Southern and South Eastern trains).
When exiting the underground station, follow the signs for The Shard or Joiner Street. If you are exiting from London Bridge Station, turn left and go down the escalator, this will take you to Joiner Street where our entrance is located.
Break The Barrier Experience
Cruise departs: LONDON BRIDGE CITY PIER SE1 2QP
From the heart of the 'Pool of London' at London Bridge City Pier your experience will now include views of the Tower of London, HMS Belfast and will sail directly under the iconic Tower Bridge before embarking on your all-speed experience.
Fantastic Trips 
Mark Hammond, 07/05/2018 (Mature Adults)
Booked this trip for our friends 40th birthday. Rory and Rich were fantastic host's and made the trip fun and enjoyable. I fully recommend this trip to anyone and give it a 5 star rating.
40th Celebration
Smyth, 12/12/2017 (Young Adults)
Excellent price for our celebrations, no problems
Shard and rocket 
Huh?, 20/11/2017 (Mature Adults)
Both experiences were great but times were changed the day before which meant we didn't get to go up the shard at our preferred time. Amazing boat ride, not at the time we specified, but thrilling, fast and educational. Cold though as we were given a late time. Would have loved to do this at the times we wanted but good value and good fun package.
Amazing!!
Traby, 17/04/2017 (Family with teenagers)
The View from The Shard was stunning. The Shard office doesn't open until 10 so just wait outside the big gates at the bottom. Thames Rockets were fantastic, excellent staff (2 x Mikes). Great to see the Thames barrier. We would definitely do this trip again.
Incredible views from the Shard and an exhilarating RIB ride on the Thames!
Mal & Maria, 21/06/2016 (Young Adults)
London is an amazing city, to see it from so high with 360 degree views was unbelievable. Beautiful interior décor with plants and flowers, the most charming and amazing experience was enjoyed by us both. we even got to witness Tower Bridge in its operational and stunning best. We then boarded the Thames Rocket One RIB for an amazing 45 minutes on the water. High speed excitement and views of East London at its finest, led in total safety by Skipper Mike and `Little` Mike, we were given an educational treat from Tower Bridge to the Thames Barrier. Highly recommend these two attractions.
Shard experience
Debs, 20/06/2016 (Mature Adults)
Great day, Shard was great, fantastic views. Had to rearrange rib experience but cant wait to do this. Will use Discount London again, very responsive
Great Day
Paul, 30/03/2016 (Mature Adults)
Thank you for being so helpful in helping me book this for my son and his partner they had a great day and a fantastic experience.
Great ride
Ant, 29/03/2016 (Mature Adults)
Break the barrier was great fun and the crew were excellent and informative. Despite the inclement weather our experience, spirit nor clothes were dampened!
Great way to see the eastern reaches of the Thames.
The Shard was simple to access with good information and break taking views.
The Barrier London Rib Experience
Martin, 18/01/2016
We thoroughly enjoyed our ride on the fast boat. Our skipper Andy was excellent. And the guide who's name I have forgotten was brilliant, witty and informative. I will recommend this ride to others.
Thanks
Martin Welch
Fabulous day!!!
andy, 30/11/2015 (Mature Adults)
Wow!!
Hold on to your hats!! Break the Barrier was truly breathtaking. The crew were exemplary; warm, welcoming & witty. Little Mike being the very informative & excellent tour guide & the speedboat driven by the 'Stig Of The Thames'- Nick.
Wonderful way to see the Thames & thrills along the way.
View from The Shard - after our earlier exploits, this was an altogether calmer experience. The building itself is phenomenal - its all polished chrome & glass, very smooth....
The queuing is fast & after 2 elevators to the 69th floor prepare to have your breath taken away.....
For more thrills ascend another staircase to the 'open deck' & enjoy a beer, champagne, or even something stronger to counteract that 'wobbly leg' feeling!!
Jaw dropping sights across 360 degrees of London albeit a little chilly - but what do you expect....amazing experiences, truly unforgettable!!
Well done to all - great staff & well looked after!!
Please note: Due to maintenance work, please access the pier via the middle gangway, situated to the left of our kiosk.
Please note that tickets are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable once booked.
All images for for illustration purposes only and do not necessarily represent the event.
In the unlikely event that you can't see at least three of the following landmarks - London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge and One Canada Square - on the day of your visit, The View from The Shard will issue each member of your party with a ticket to return for an additional £5 within three months. To claim your free return visit, speak to a staff member at the ticket desk on level 1 on the day of your visit.
Break The Barrier Experience
Participant guidelines: Not suitable for under 10 year olds, under 14's must be accompanied by a participating adult. If you have ever suffered a serious back, neck or knee injury, we recommend that you seek medical advice before booking this experience. Pregnant women cannot take part.
Spectators: Friends and family are welcome to watch from the shore, but won't be able to see much of the action. However, there is lots to see and do around St Katherine Dock while they wait.
Instructions: Please be sure to check-in at least 15 minutes before sailing.
Clothing: It does get cold on the Thames, so it is best to bring warmer clothing. Apart from that please dress as you like, you don’t get wet (at the most a little splash).
Medical Conditions & Pregnancy: London RIB Voyages do not accept expectant mother aboard at any stage of pregnancy.
London RIB Voyages advises you NOT to travel if you have any historical or current backbone conditions or complaints.
They are not medical experts so instruct you not to travel if you suffer from a back condition. London RIB Voyages does not accept any liability for personal injury, or injury to others and/or loss damage.
All boats can experience unpredictable movements that can aggravate existing medical conditions. You must inform us of any material fact, including medical conditions or disabilities, which may affect the skipper’s decision to carry you as a passenger, especially epilepsy, dizzy spells, diabetes, angina or any other heart conditions, back/bone conditions or back problems.
Please note that experiences may sometimes be cancelled at short notice due to insufficient numbers. In these circumstances, we will notify you at least a day in advance and try to find a suitable alternative time or date for you.
