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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED Lens
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Sky Garden view of The Gherkin, Scalpel & Willis Towers Watson

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With a fantastic close-up perspective of three of the city's most notable skyscrapers, this accessible viewpoint gives you 360-degree views of the London skyline. It's easily a favorite spot among locals and tourists and the best part is, it's free!

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Mon-Fri 10AM-6PM; Sat-Sun 11AM-6PM

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Normal lens (44mm)
  • Lens skirt
  • Polarizer

How to get there

N51° 30' 41.3604"W0° 05' 00.5784"
The image was taken on the terrace of the Sky Garden in the Walkie Talkie building with a north-facing view of The Gherkin, Scalpel and the Willis Towers Watson. Tickets to the Sky Garden are free, but you must book in advance in order to gain entry. Check out the website for more information on booking: https://skygarden.london/booking. When you get to the front of the building, walk through the main entrance where you'll be greeted by staff and asked to go through a quick airport-style security check in. Then, you'll be escorted into one of two elevators that will take you to The Sky Garden. To your right you'll find St Pauls, to your left the Tower of London and behind you up the stairs is where this shot was taken with a view of the city looking north. By London Underground: - Closest station: Monument Station (via Circle or District line) - Head east on Eastcheap/A1213 toward Gracechurch St - Turn left onto Philpot Ln and the destination will be on your right Address: Sky Garden 20 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 8AF, UK

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