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Sky Garden is a beautiful oasis of perennial greenery sitting 155m above bustling London streets. Launched in 2015, it has quickly become popular with locals and tourists alike, who throng to its lofty heights to enjoy a slice of London like never before. 35 floors up on a building locally known as the Walkie Talkie is this public garden that has been brought to life with care and love. Along with some truly spectacular views, Sky Garden also has three floors of landscaped gardens brimming with South African and Mediterranean plants, large observation decks, two restaurants, a bar, an open-air terrace, and a spectacular uninterrupted view of London’s skyline.
The Sky Garden sits on floors 34 to 37 of 20, Fenchurch Street, in the heart of London, also called the Walkie Talkie
You can visit Sky Garden on all days of the week.
Monday to Friday: 10 am-6 pm
Saturday to Sunday: 11 am-9 pm
155m above the city’s skyline sits London’s highest public park, Sky Garden. Aptly called so, as it kisses the clouds, the garden offers unique vistas of the city and is a great place to visit if you love losing yourself in lush greenery. Here are a few highlights of this unique destination that has to figure on your must-visit places in London.
1.The Walkie-Talkie: Don’t miss the unique shape of 20, Fenchurch Street. Located in the financial hub of London, this piece of architectural marvel has been designed by architect Rafael Vinoly and it cost over £200 million. However, the investment has been worth it. Besides the Sky Garden, the shape of the building itself is an attraction – called the Walkie-Talkie as it starts off narrow at the bottom and becomes larger and heavier at the top. The floor plates get larger as the floors go up, making each storey unique. This is the only such building in London, making it a unique landmark and a much sought-after address for businesses.
2.6th tallest building in London: The Walkie-Talkie is the 6th tallest building in London and has 38-floors, of which floors 34-37 are given to the Sky Garden. These 3-storeys offer visitors an open and vibrant place of leisure, exquisitely-landscaped gardens, massive observation decks and an open-air terrace – truly making it a garden in the sky.
3.360-degree of London’s skyline: Stepping out on the observation decks gives you a fantastic opportunity to experience London like never before – 360-degree of unobstructed views of the city’s skyline and its top buildings. On a clear sky day, you will be able to spot Tower Bridge, St. Katherine Docks, the London Eye, the Shard, Wembley Stadium and many other landmarks.
4.Treat your taste buds too: When at Sky Garden don’t miss an opportunity to indulge in some fine dining experiences. You can choose from among four different restaurants – Darwin, Sky Pod, Fenchurch Terrace and the City Garden Bar – located on floors 35 to 37. From delicious seafood, seasonal game and meat, to a bar and a gallery kitchen that offers unobstructed, breath-taking views over the city of London, day or night, you are spoiled for choice.
5.Free entry to Sky Garden: The best part about the Sky Garden? Entry to this lush green paradise is free. You will require tickets if you are planning a day visit. The ticket gives you an hour of roaming around inside the gardens, and you need to book your slot 3 weeks in advance. At the time of booking you need to mention your name and the names of all the people in your group if you are visiting as a family or friends.
Entry to Sky Garden is free, but you will need to book your 90-minute timeslot at least three days in advance online.
Beautiful views, blooming flowers all year around, gorgeous sunset, live music and so much more. Whatever your preference, there is just so much the Sky Garden offers you.
Sky Garden is a must-visit on your trip to London. The landmark, with its blooming flowers and breath-taking vistas, is iconic. Here are some more interesting facts about the place that you might not know of.
1. You need to book 3 weeks in advance: The only drawback to the Sky Garden is that you need to book tickets three weeks in advance. If you know when you are traveling you will be well advised to book early to get a good slot. However, you can walk in after 6pm on weekdays or 9pm on weekends. Be prepared for a queue though!
2. The Sky Garden is 155m up in the air: The garden is located from floors 34 to 37 of the Walkie Talkie building, giving you amazing views of London. Just hope the weather is on your side though. If you decide to step on to the terrace you’ll find yourself gazing at these sites with no obstruction.
3. You’ll get a 360-degree view of London: To get a 360 view of London’s skyline simply walk inside all around the glass building.
4. Hope the weather cooperates: You get the best London views from the Sky Garden outdoor terrace. However, this is open only if the weather is good and not rainy (which is any day in London!). Also, even if the terrace is open, if the sky is overcast much of London might be covered by clouds.
5. Perfect for a date: The Sky Garden is a classy place to get someone special. You can find yourself a quiet nook and sit with a cocktail looking over the London skyline.
6. There is no dress code: The Sky Garden doesn’t require a special dress code for entry. If you plan on having dinner or lunch though some restaurants and bars are a little stricter. Check before heading over for your meal.
7. Live music: If you visit Sky Garden between Wednesday and Saturday, you can enjoy live music at night. It is quite an experience to sit 155m above the city, sipping on a drink and enjoying the music.
8. Perennial blooms: Sky Garden is an indoor habitat, and this means flowers and trees can be kept in bloom all year round. Whatever the season or weather outside, the garden does not disappoint.
9. Plan your sunset visit: The Sky Garden is a great place to see the sunset. However, when you book your ticket please keep in mind the date you are visiting and check beforehand the time of the sunset in London on that date. Your visit time might be too early or too late for the sunset on that particular day. Use an online tool to tell you the time of the sunset in advance to avoid being disappointed.
