Big Ben Coaches provides the shard tour pickups and drop-offs throughout Clapham and the surrounding London area. Whether you need a minibus for a small group or a full-size coach, our local knowledge means smoother routes, on-time arrivals and friendly UK drivers who know the area.

About The Shard Tour

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.

The Shard Tour in Clapham

Clapham is one of South London’s best‑known neighbourhoods, combining the wide open space of Clapham Common with busy high streets, independent shops, bars and cafés. It has strong transport links into central London and a mixed community of families, professionals and students, making it a natural base for meetings, social events, education and leisure.

Historically, Clapham evolved from a rural village around the Common into a Victorian and Edwardian suburb, with period terraces and squares that still give the area much of its character today. The Common itself reflects that past, remaining a large public green space for everyday use and community events, and helping Clapham feel more open and relaxed than many inner‑city districts.

Culturally, Clapham is known for its nightlife, restaurants, local venues and constant social activity around the high streets. The Common hosts seasonal festivals, funfairs, sports and outdoor gatherings, while nearby theatres, live music and community spaces add to the area’s appeal. This combination of busy streets and open parkland makes Clapham attractive for everything from school sports days and youth trips to corporate socials and group nights out.

For group travel, Clapham works as both a destination and a convenient starting point for exploring wider London. Big Ben Coaches offers coach hire in and around Clapham for school trips, club outings, party nights, corporate journeys and private tours, helping groups move comfortably between the Common, stations, venues and other parts of the city. With modern Mercedes‑Benz vehicles and experienced drivers, we support smooth, organised transport that matches Clapham’s energetic, sociable character.