Get spectacular views of London for free
As the summer holidays have begun for millions of children, parents may be looking for activities to keep them entertained.
London has plenty of things to do and see but making them affordable is always the hardest part. However, this viewpoint gives you a 360 degree view of London at a reasonable cost. Horizon 22, in Bishopsgate, is Europe’s largest free-to-view tower, offering spectacular views of London’s vastness and beauty.
Measuring at 833ft, Horizon 22 overlooks all of London’s iconic landmarks, such as St Paul’s, The Shard, and Tower Bridge, lying below in all their glory. You even overlook Sky Garden, which is touted as one of the best viewing points in the city.
Nothing but clear floor-to-ceiling windows, with no barriers in between, provide access to views of London described as ‘breathtaking’ by visitors. Even with tickets regularly selling out, visitors have described it as not being too busy once inside.
58 floors above, a high-speed lift will quickly take you up to the top in no time, with you only needing to worry about your ears popping as you ascend high above.
There is also a cafe within the building.
One visitor wrote: “Horizon 22 is a great place to visit if you want to enjoy stunning panoramic views of London from above. The experience feels modern and well organised, and the view from the top is definitely the main highlight. It gives you a beautiful perspective of the city skyline and is especially nice if you enjoy city viewpoints and photography.
“The space itself feels clean and well-maintained, and the overall experience is quite smooth once you get inside. It’s a nice attraction to include in a London visit, especially if you want to see the city from a different angle. Overall, it’s a memorable spot and worth checking out for the views alone.”
The daytime slots are free and must be booked in advance on the Horizon 22 website, and are released two weeks in advance every Monday at 10am. They do sell out quickly as demand is always high, and limited walk-in slots may be available. The daytime slot timings are from 10am to 5pm.
Early-morning and late-evening tickets are also available, but they cost £15.
Horizon 22 is located at 22 Bishopgate, London EC2N 4AB.
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