Shell Centre, Corporate skyscraper at Belvedere Road, London Borough of Lambeth, England.
Shell Centre is a 26-story tower at Belvedere Road that rises 107 meters and features a light stone facade with bronze-toned window frames throughout. The complex includes office spaces, retail areas, and public zones designed to function as a unified whole.
The tower opened in 1962 on a site that became available after the 1951 exposition closed. This development signaled London's shift toward postwar modernization and corporate expansion along the Thames.
The tower shapes London's South Bank skyline and stands as a recognizable landmark for people moving through the riverside area. Its presence anchors this part of the city where cultural venues and public spaces gather around it.
The site connects directly to Waterloo Station and sits within easy walking distance of South Bank attractions and riverside pathways. Visitors find clear access to bus routes, underground connections, and pedestrian walkways throughout the area.
Workers uncovered traces of an old railway tunnel beneath the site during construction, a project conceived in the 1860s that never entered service. These hidden remnants reveal London's forgotten attempts at engineering innovation from the Victorian era.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
London Eye
204 m
London Dungeon
212 m
Royal Festival Hall
223 m
County Hall
252 m
Sea Life London Aquarium
162 m
Southbank Centre
252 m
Hayward Gallery
269 m
Skylon
153 m
Dome of Discovery
99 m
London Film Museum
203 m
National Windrush Monument
231 m
Jubilee Gardens
105 m
Dalí Universe
203 m
Purcell Room
305 m
London Eye Pier
257 m
National Poetry Library
209 m
Southbank Centre Food Market
189 m
Topolski Century
136 m
Waterloo Station (Victory Arch)
209 m
International Brigades Memorial
123 m
Bust of Nelson Mandela
171 m
Peache Family Tomb In Church Yard To North West Of Portico Of Church Of St John With All Saints
316 m
Fountain In Courtyard Of Shell Centre
48 m
Zemran
311 m
5, Whichcote Street Se1
259 m
Approximately 250 Metres Of River Wall With 19 Lamp Standards Immediately West Of The County Hall
284 m
Balustrade With 5 Lamp Standards Immediately North Of Main Block Of The County Hall
150 m
General Lying-In Hospital
249 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes