The Gherkin

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30 St Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8BF, United Kingdom

4.6 out of 5

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Aline Catao 7 months ago

5 out of 5

We went for an afternoon tea and everything was superb (apart from the smoked salmon, but that’s just because I am a picky eater!). Staff is absolutely incredible! Excellent service! The place is beautiful, food is great… Lovely hostess allowed us to the top floor for some pictures. I’m already planning my next visit!

Thomas Robinson 3 months ago

4 out of 5

Great building. The views from the bar on the 40th floor are nice. They were so much better long before all of the new buildings in the area were built. It’s a bit drowned out now 😏 It’s in a great location for travel connections and lots of local bars and night clubs. Make sure you get a reservation for the bar if you want go see the views. Security is airport style! Metal detector arch and big X-ray machine. Very safe

Democrazy Chen 3 weeks ago

5 out of 5

the 23rd Spot: Saint Mary Axe (Saint Mary Axe 30 cucumber building and lots of amazing tallllll buildings) the Saint Mary Axe really blows my mind. that bullet-like shape makes me standing there for over half hour. to enjoy the incredible outlook of the building. amazing.

Shikha Rajpoot a week ago

5 out of 5

One of the amazing structure in London. You can visit the restaurants on top floor of this building to see the view of the city. This building, along with the other neighbouring buildings are the best example of modern and medieval architecture of London.

DavidS 11 months ago

4 out of 5

The Gherkin, otherwise known as 30 St Mary Axe, is one of the capital's most famous buildings. It's a feature of the London skyline and home to offices, a restaurant and a cocktail bar. Very interesting design of buildings, not the only one in this area. The Gherkin is 180 metres (591 ft) tall. Towering 41 floors above the City of London, The Gherkin looks magnificent at any time of the day, but it’s particularly dazzling when lit up at night. Not far away from Sky garden, recommend to visit and enjoy the area. The Gherkin isn’t normally open to the public but you can visit Helix restaurant and Iris bar, which are located on the top floors and have amazing panoramic views across the City of London.

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The chart shows the Energy Performance Asset Rating converted into an energy band/grade into a linear 'A+ to G' scale (where A+ is the most energy efficient and G the least energy efficient)

The values are the CO₂ emissions from the actual building in comparison to a Standard Emission Rate. (kg CO₂/m²)

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0 to 25

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26 to 50

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51 to 75

D

76 to 100

E

101 to 125

F

126 to 150

G

150+

Standard Emissions

25.9 (kg CO₂/m²/year)

Target Emissions

25.23 (kg CO₂/m²/year)

Typical Emissions

73.92 (kg CO₂)

Building Emissions

39.76 (kg CO₂/m²)

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Natural Gas

There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as Searcys at The Gherkin. Pair high-end design with vintage cuvée and contemporary cooking, all while enjoying panoramic views from the top of one of London’s most iconic landmark restaurants. Searcys at The Gherkin can be hired exclusively and provides a stunning backdrop for an unforgettable event. Offering 360-degree views across London, the space is suitable for up to 260 guests. For more intimate business meetings and celebratory gatherings, choose from five sky-high private dining rooms on level 38 that are ideal events for 18 to 60 guests.

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Shelley-Ann

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The Gherkin

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