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Bottom line up front – The Garden at 120 is free to visit, and you don’t even need to book a ticket. How ace is that? The City of London claims the garden is the largest public rooftop space in the City – the City of London, that is, not greater London.
London, one of the best cities in the world, renowned for its rich history and iconic landmarks, is home to some little gems. One such gem is The Garden at 120 Fenchurch Street, better known as The Garden at 120. Nestled amidst the City’s towering buildings, this tremendous little rooftop garden offers an escape from the busy streets below while providing some epic views of the London skyline.
The Garden at 120
The Garden at 120 is one of our favourite things to do in the City of London. However, our favourite floral destination in London remains Barbican Conservatory, followed by Columbia Road Flower Market. If you’ve not visited the Conservatory, it’s worth it if you like being surrounded by lush greenery and brutalist architecture. And Columbia Road is London’s best destination on a Sunday morning!
What’s at the Top?
The garden sits 15 storeys up and offers a few things listed below.
The Views
When you reach the top, you are rewarded with epic and unique 360-degree views of the City of London and Greater London, including some of London’s most significant landmarks. You’ll get eyes on the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, The Shard, The Walkie-Talkie (home to Sky Garden), St Paul’s Cathedral, and Canary Wharf, to name a few.
You’ll also get one of the best views of The Gherkin. You also glimpse some of the streets below, making people look like ants between the massive buildings.
Plant Life
Given it’s a garden, you’ll also see some plant life at the top, believe it or not. Ha! The garden was designed by German landscape architects Latz + Partner and is home to 85 Italian wisteria trees and over 30 fruit trees.
There is also a 200-foot-long flowing water feature to complement the surrounding greenery. There are also loads of other flowering plants and ferns to feast your eyes on.
14 Hills
Once you’ve done wandering around the garden, you can get a bite to eat or a drink. This is where 14 Hills comes in. In 14 Hills, there’s a bar, restaurant and deli. The latter offers food to take away. Head to 14hills.co.uk for eyes on the menu or to book a table.
Where is the Garden at 120?
The Garden at 120 is on top of the Fen Court building at 120 Fenchurch Street, accessible from Fenchurch Street or Fenchurch Avenue if coming from the Gherkin to the north. When you arrive, you’ll have to go through a scanner; then, you can get to the roof garden via a dedicated public lift. There are staff to guide you all the way.
The Garden at 120 Map & Visitor Info
📍 120 Fenchurch St, London, EC3M 5BA
💷 Free
🕙 Summer: 1 Apr – 30 Sepr, Mon to Fri 1000-2100, Sat & Sun 1000-1700
🕙 Winter: 1 Oct – 31 Mar (Mon to Fri 1000-1830 Sat & Sun 1000-1700
🕙 Closed on bank holidays
The Garden at 120 FAQs
When is the best time to visit The Garden at 120?
On a dry, sunny, and wind-free day. Ha! But you can’t control that stuff, so the next best time is when there are fewer crowds, which is earlier in the morning or later in the evening. It’s worth checking Google Maps ‘Popular times’ function for a rough indication of when it’s busiest.
Is The Garden at 120 worth visiting?
Yes, it is. The Garden at 120 is definitely worth visiting. It’s a great attraction in its own right, with some great views in a peaceful setting. But the garden is also an alternative to the Sky Garden, which can be challenging to get tickets for.
Is The Garden at 120 Fenchurch Street free?
Yes, it’s 100% free! You don’t even need to book a ticket. Just turn up, get through security and catch the lift to the top.
How much does it cost to go to The Garden at 120?
Absolutely nothing. It’s totally free to visit The Garden at 120. You don’t even need to book a ticket. Simply turn up.
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