London from above: the best rooftops to see the city differently

Above the Thames, this bar appears to float. Well-crafted cocktails, warm evening light, and soft music: time seems to slow down here.

A true combination of restaurant and bar. Simple dishes, friendly service, and a broad view of the city rooftops. Perfect for ending a meal without rushing.

At the top of The Londoner Hotel, the terrace overlooks Trafalgar Square and the West End. Intimate setting, attentive service, and London extending as far as the eye can see.

A West End classic. Elegant terrace, glass columns, and carefully prepared cocktails. Perfect for a lively end to the day, even when the sky hesitates.

At the top of a tower, you overlook the City. Large benches, a well-designed map, and a 360° view. The skyline turns into a film setting.

A rooftop garden above Shoreditch. People come here to snack, speak loudly, and watch the light change on the bricks of east London.

Peckham in its most authentic form: a transformed parking lot, garlands, music. The view of south London has a raw and joyful quality.

A hanging garden in the heart of the City. Immaculate lawn, French cuisine, and dinners stretching among the towers.

A neighborhood rooftop turned into a living space. Deck chairs, plants, impromptu concerts: the community spirit and gentleness of East London. A neighborhood rooftop turned into a living space. Deck chairs, plants, impromptu concerts: the community spirit and gentleness of East London.

Natural wines, Italian dishes, and sunset. No fuss, just the pleasure of a well-poured glass with a view of the rooftops.

In summer, this is where everyone gathers. A pink bar, concrete, and London on the horizon. Simple, free, and lively.

Small stylish terrace in Shoreditch. Light wood, soft music, and well-crafted cocktails. Intimate and pleasant at dusk.

Located at the top of the H10 hotel, it offers a direct view of the South Bank. Perfect for an aperitif facing the giant wheel and the illuminated bridges.

Small discreet balcony, great impact. With a spritz in hand, watch London move beneath your feet.

High-level venue serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks with an open terrace to observe the urban landscape of London.

Just above the famous bridge, a simple and lively place. Music, tapas, sunset over the Thames: everything is there.

Venue on the rooftop of Leicester Square Hotel providing cocktails and panoramic views over London with service into the evening.

Restaurant and bar at the top of One New Change offering modern cuisine and drinks with direct views of St Paul's Cathedral.

Elevated bar specializing in tropical cocktails and island-inspired cuisine with colorful decor and a laid-back open-air setting.

Dining and bar space on the Mercer Walk terrace serving contemporary British dishes and a wine selection in Covent Garden.

This bar offers creative cocktails and modern cuisine in an open-air setting with views of the London skyline. The venue includes a furnished outdoor area with comfortable seating and soft lighting for evenings.

Venue at the top of a building providing a panoramic perspective over London. The bar serves a variety of drinks and a menu of small plates in an open-air environment.

Bar on the eighth floor of the Oxo Tower with direct views of the Thames and London landmarks. It offers signature cocktails and a light dining menu.

Rooftop bar accessible by elevator offering a selection of premium spirits and crafted cocktails. The outdoor space includes dining zones with unobstructed views over surrounding London neighborhoods.

Venue within Queen Elizabeth Hall serving drinks and light snacks with panoramic views over the Thames and nearby London landmarks.

Each season, a different setting. DJs, installations, and playful cocktails are part of the experience. People come for the party, stay for the view of Shoreditch.

Bar and restaurant space atop ME London Hotel with open views of the city and a menu of signature cocktails.

Temporary bar set on the roof of a shopping centre in east London with leisure activities and casual food during the summer months.

Outdoor dining space atop the Pantechnicon store in Belgravia, serving cocktails and Mediterranean cuisine in a green setting.

Italian restaurant on the terrace of The Conduit private club in Mayfair, serving contemporary dishes and drinks in an open-air environment.

Bar on the roof of The Curtain hotel in Shoreditch, serving creative cocktails and open views across London.

Japanese bar on the top floor of a Fitzrovia building, specializing in cocktails inspired by Japanese culture with panoramic views of London's rooftops.

Venue on the top floor of a financial district building serving creative cocktails with panoramic views of the Thames and nearby skyscrapers.

Seafood restaurant on the fourteenth floor, offering modern cuisine and unobstructed views of St Paul's Cathedral.

Outdoor area at the top of the famous department store on Oxford Street, available for private events and special receptions.

Elevated green space serving refreshing drinks and light fare, with open-air tables and views over central London.

Venue in a former multi-storey car park renovated as a recreation space with cocktails, food service, and various activities in Peckham.

Outdoor elevated space in Soho offering drinks and open city views from its central location.

Open-air relaxation spot on multiple levels, providing cocktails, dining, and social areas with views of London's rooftops.

Outdoor space at the top of South Place Hotel serving cocktails and refined dishes with panoramic views over the city.

Venue on the 38th floor of 110 Bishopsgate offering fusion cuisine blending Japanese and Brazilian influences with panoramic city views.

Lounge area on the top floor of the Amano Hotel in Covent Garden, serving cocktails and light dishes in a contemporary setting.

Terrace at the top of The Culpeper pub in Whitechapel, offering artisanal drinks and views across East London rooftops.

Elevated venue in Camden serving creative cocktails and offering a casual setting with views over the market and nearby canals.

Venue at the top of One Hundred Shoreditch Hotel serving cocktails and drinks with panoramic views over London.

Elevated bar at The Standard London providing a selection of cocktails and spirits with views of London’s rooftops.

Venue specializing in spirits and craft cocktails with a raised outdoor space for Londoners and visitors.

Rooftop bar in Shoreditch serving creative cocktails and drinks in a modern setting with open views.

Venue atop a building offering cocktails, contemporary dishes, and panoramic views over London in a modern environment.