5th View(British)The 5th View's swooping views of London towards the Palace of Westminster are mightily impressive.
Waterstones,
203-205 Piccadilly,
St James,
London,
W1J 9HA
All Bar One(British, Spanish)This All Bar One at Butler's Wharf provides classic, Shad Thames views.
Butlers Wharf,
34 Shad Thames,
Bermondsey,
London,
SE1 2YG
The best seat in the house is table 75, slap bang in the middle of the semicircle overlooking Cabot Square.
Cabot Place West,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 4QT
With a fabulous waterfront setting and views of iconic London landmarks, the Butlers Wharf branch of Browns is worth checking out.
Butlers Wharf,
Shad Thames,
Bermondsey,
London,
SE1 2YG
Dickens Inn(British, Gastro Pub Food, Italian, Pub Food, Sandwiches, Snacks)On a pleasant day, the outdoor terraces and garden of the Dickens Inn heave with drinkers enjoying the beauty of St Katherine’s Docks.
Marble Quay,
St Katharine Docks,
London,
E1W 1UH
Docklands Bar and Grill(British, Modern European)Set overlooking the serene Royal Victoria Docks, the bar makes you forget that you’re in a big, crowded city. Outside seating is perfect for unwinding as you watch the swans go by in the distance.
Crowne Plaza London - Docklands,
Royal Victoria Docks,
Docklands,
London,
E16 1AL
The Dove(Pub Food)Modest yet beautiful views of the river from Hammersmith in this delightful pub on Upper Mall.
19 Upper Mall,
Hammersmith,
London,
W6 9TA
Galvin at Windows(French)Whether you visit before your meal in the restaurant itself, or you simply fancy a drink with a view of the London Eye, Galvin at Windows is sure to impress.
London Hilton on Park Lane,
22 Park Lane,
Mayfair,
London,
W1K 1BE
The Gun has a lovely decked providing impressive river views as well as views of the growing metropolis in the Docklands.
27 Coldharbour,
Docklands,
London,
E14 9NS
Plenty of delightful views of Camden Lock from this popular lounge at West Yard.
75-89 West Yard, Camden Lock,
Camden,
London,
NW1 8AF
During the day you can oversee the busy comings and goings of Londoners buzzing around Hyde Park from the tenth floor of the Royal Garden Hotel at Min Jiang.
Royal Garden Hotel ,
2-24 Kensington High Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 4PT
Oxo Tower Bar(Modern European)With its stunning views of the Thames, all the way from St Paul’s to the London Eye, Oxo Tower Bar is a must-visit.
Oxo Tower Wharf,
Bargehouse Street,
South Bank,
London,
SE1 9PH
Paramount Bar(Modern European)Situated at Centre Point, Paramount is well known for its breathtaking views of London's skyline.
Centre Point,
103 New Oxford Street,
London,
WC1A 1DD
Plateau(French)A visit to Plateau is like a trip to a future Jetsons-inspired world. One where Rosie the Robot has learned to make really, really good cocktails.
4th Floor Canada Place,
Canada Square,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 5ER
The Portrait Bar(Snacks)With views across some of London’s best known landmarks, the Portrait Bar, located within the National Portrait Gallery, achieves its lofty ambitions and impresses with top quality, inventive cocktails.
National Portrait Gallery,
2 St Martins Place,
London,
WC2H 0HE
Primo Bar(Tapas)Primo Bar is located within the stylish Park Plaza Hotel. This contemporary bar offers an extensive drinks list including cocktails prepared by world class bartender Aristotle Papadopoulas. Floor-to-ceiling windows give you the most impressive views of London, including Big Ben.
Park Plaza Hotel,
200 Westminster Bridge Road,
Waterloo,
London,
SE1 7UT
The Roof Gardens is one of London's best kept secrets. The stylish venue, 100ft above Kensington High Street, offers great views of the stunning themed gardens and across the rooftops of Kensington.
99 Kensington High Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 5SA
The Rose is a perfect spot for scintillating views of the Houses of Parliament and surrounding landmarks.
35 Albert Embankment,
Vauxhall,
London,
SE1 7TL
Ruby Blue(International)Overlooking Leicester Square, Ruby Blue's view is one you will either love (people-watching) or hate (it's tourist-central).
1 Leicester Place,
Leicester Square,
London,
WC2H 7BP
The Ship(British)Enjoy the charming beer garden at this delightful pub on Jews Row.
41 Jews Row,
Wandsworth,
London,
SW18 1TB
Sun Inn(British, Pub Food)With views across the duck-filled Barnes' pond, the Sun Inn is a little taste of the countryside in London.
7 Church Road,
Barnes,
London,
SW13 9HE
Tamesis Dock(Pub Food)Tamesis Dock is a boat with views of the River Thames including the London Eye and Parliament.
Albert Embankment,
Vauxhall,
London,
SE1 7TP
Vertigo 42(Modern European)Staggering views of the city to be had from Vertigo 42 - but don't go at the weekend otherwise the only view you'll see will be a security guard on the ground floor shaking his head at you.
Tower 42,
25 Old Broad Street,
London,
EC2N 1HQ
Vista(British)Vista allows you to look over the iconic sights in Trafalgar Square.
The Trafalgar Hotel,
2 Spring Gardens,
St James's,
London,
SW1A 2TS
White Hart(Pub Food)An unparalleled location and charming atmosphere amount to a riverside winner at the White Hart in Barnes.
Terrace Riverside, Barnes,
London,
SW13 0NR