Viewpoints · London
The Lookout
In or near City of London.
The Lookout is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Bank · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Lookout is a named viewpoint in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.5140°, -0.0836°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Official information
The Lookout is a viewing gallery located on the 50th floor of 8 Bishopsgate, offering stunning views of London's iconic landmarks and architecture. Visitors can enjoy the experience admission-free, making it an accessible destination for those looking to see the city from above.
From the Wikipedia article
A lookout or look-out is a person on a ship in charge of the observation of the sea for hazards, other ships, land, etc.. Lookout may also refer to:
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- Coordinates
- 51.5140, -0.0836
- District
- City of London
- Parish
- City of London, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC2N 4BQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Phone
- +44 (0) 20 7600 5000
- Nearest railway station
- Bank — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Mondays and Fridays 12pm-9pm; Tuesdays to Thursdays 10.30am-5.30pm; Saturdays 11am-6pm; Sundays & Bank Holidays 10am-5pm
- Official site
- www.8bishopsgate.com
Sources
- osm: n11148594121 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: The Lookout (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Lookout?
- The Lookout is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC2N 4BQ), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
- What is The Lookout?
- The Lookout is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Lookout?
- The nearest railway station is Bank, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC2N 4BQ.
- Is The Lookout free to visit?
- Yes, The Lookout is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Lookout?
- The nearest railway station is Bank, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC2N 4BQ.