22 Bishopsgate Skyscraper London

Images of Britain: 22 Bishopsgate, City, London

22 Bishopsgate aka Twentytwo opened in 2022. — 22 Bishopsgate aka Twentytwo opened in 2020

22 Bishopsgate often referred to as just Twentytwo is a fairly recent skyscraper in London's financial district. The building reaches a height of 278 meters, and is presently one of the tallest buildings in London. In fact, it stands as the second tallest building in the UK behind The Shard at 310 meters.

Formerly known as the Pinnacle, the structure was rebranded as 22 Bishopsgate and completed in 2020. The tower offers a blend of office spaces, retail areas, and a public viewing gallery on the 58th floor, providing superb views of the London skyline. The gallery is the highest viewing gallery in Britain and the highest free viewing gallery in Europe.

There is a wellness "retreat" on the 41st floor and a glass climbing wall on the 25th floor with views below. The basement holds bicycle parks and showers and the second floor offers a range of bars, cafes and street food stalls.

The building is less than 10 minutes walk from the following stations: Aldgate, Bank, Fenchurch Street and Liverpool Street.

Also nearby is another skyscraper 30 St Mary Axe aka The Gherkin. Leandenhall Market and the Bank of England Museum are both just minutes away as is the lovely Guild Church of St Katharine Cree.

If you wish to stay in this area of London there are several recommended options. These include the five star The Ned, which is close to Bank Station, the four-star Apex Temple Court Hotel, and also The Chamberlain, a little north of Tower Bridge.