Recommended Rooftop Bars in London

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Rooftop Bars in London

When the mercury rises, why not take a trip to one of these excellent rooftop bars in London? London's bar scene provides a wonderful range of options for the alfresco drinker seeking a rewarding view of the capital so for a memorable city sojourn, take a look at our recommended list of rooftop bars in London.
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JuJu
316–318 Kings Road, Chelsea, SW3 5UH
  • Winner of Best Bar 2011 – London Bar and Club Awards
  • Private lounge for exclusive hire holds up to 80 people
  • Perfect for celebrations & networking/corporate events
  • Luxurious private areas ideal for group booking & hire
  • Best New Bar - London Bar and Club Awards 2009
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aqua kyoto
Aqua's rooftop bar/restaurant offers spectacular views across Soho and nearby Mayfair.
240 Regent Street (entrance 30 Argyll St),
Soho,
London,
W1B 3BR
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Our rating
*****
User rating
***--
(9)
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Cool barbecues and parties held on the terrace of this legendary Kings Cross festival bar.
257-259 Pentonville Road,
Kings Cross,
London,
N1 9NL
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Our rating
****-
User rating
***--
(29)
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At the heart of one of the nation’s leading performance venues is this bar complete with a smashing terrace that is an essential stop on any visit to London’s South Bank.
Royal Festival Hall,
Belvedere Road,
Southbank,
London,
SE1 8XX
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Our rating
****-
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The Clarendon
The roof terrace is a great space with wooden fold-down chairs, large benches and heavy green parasols overhead helping to keep off inclement weather.
123a Clarendon Road,
Notting Hill,
London,
W11 4JG
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Our rating
****-
User rating
****-
(15)
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Splendid skyline views from the terrace bar of this French city restaurant.
No 1 Poultry,
The City,
London,
EC2R 8EJ
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Our rating
****-
User rating
****-
(4)
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Hennessys
The first floor bar serves food and above it you’ll find a roof garden.
36 Jewry Street,
Aldgate,
London,
EC3N 2ET
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Our rating
***--
User rating
****-
(15)
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Sample the lavish roof terrace of this beautiful bar, restaurant and club in Marylebone.
5 Cavendish Square,
Marylebone,
London,
W1G 0PG
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Our rating
****-
User rating
***--
(31)
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Enjoy the decked roof area of this opulent bar and restaurant on Kilburn Lane.
19 Kilburn Lane,
Kensal Green,
London,
W10 4AE
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Our rating
*****
User rating
****-
(43)
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The Queen provides a splendid location for throwing a roof party in Hoxton.
1 Curtain Road,
Hoxton,
London,
EC2A 3JX
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Our rating
****-
User rating
***--
(7)
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The Railway's roof top terrace may not be instantly obvious to the first-time visitor but it it well worth seeking out if you're in the area on a sunny day.
16 Blackheath Village,
Blackheath,
London,
SE3 9LE
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Our rating
****-
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Roof Gardens
Well if this place didn't have a Roof Garden, you'd want your money back. Luckily, it's got three mightily impressive ones.
99 Kensington High Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 5SA
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Our rating
*****
User rating
****-
(67)
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Sanctum Soho Roof Garden is a sleek and stylish bar found on the 5th floor of the hotel. A variety of drinks are served alongside a compact choice of meals and light bites.
Sanctum Soho,
20 Warwick Street,
Soho,
London,
W1B 5ND
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Our rating
****-
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With an LA-style pool thrown into the bargain, membership to Shoreditch House is a must.
Ebor Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
E1 6AW
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User rating
****-
(5)
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Another private members' club on Greek Street with a sensational roof terrace bar.
40 Greek Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 4EB
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User rating
****-
(7)
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Vista is located on The Trafalgar Hotel's roof garden. Featuring stunning views, they offer a variety of drinks and light bites.
The Trafalgar Hotel,
2 Spring Gardens,
St James's,
London,
SW1A 2TS
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Our rating
*****
User rating
*----
(1)
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Another contemporary rooftop bar courtesy of the fabulous White House in Clapham.
65 Clapham Park Road,
Clapham,
London,
SW4 7EH
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Our rating
*****
User rating
***--
(35)
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