Where To Drink Outside in London

Head over to Tobacco Dock where this unique outdoor drinking and dining spot is waiting to save your day. With booths, benches, heaters and daybeds spread across the rooftop, Skylight offers multiple bars for all your beer and cocktail needs, alongside street food and entertainment.

A favourite on the outdoor drinking scene, Jin Bo Law is fast becoming one of London's top daytime party spots. Think live DJs, gorgeous City views, amazing cocktails and snap-worthy interiors should the weather take a turn for the worse.

A nostalgic wonderland perfect for those yearning a bit of old fashioned fun, The Old School Yard is a quirky pub near London Bridge. Perfect for summer sipping, the streetside terrace here is a packed out spot on a summery Friday night, so be sure to get here early to secure your spot.

With heaters, covering and a cracking menu of drinks and food, The Turks Head is one of the best places with outdoor seating in London. Grab an alfresco table and take in the pretty greenery before getting you chomps on some brunch dishes, burgers or tasty pies, all washed down with craft beers.

This neighbourhood pub in Balham has plenty of room out front if you're looking for places to drink outside. That's not all though, as The Cyclist serves a menu of elevated pub grub and small-batch gins to make your experience that much better. 

The Phene prides itself on catering for all occasions. Whether you're gearing up for a huge night out, enjoying a lazy weekend in a cosy armchair or tucking into a traditional pub dinner, this Chelsea favourite won't disappoint. 

One of the best places for alfresco drinking in South London, The Saxon is a buzzing neighbourhood bar that'll cater to any of your needs. Whether you've looking to catch up with mates over a boozy brunch or chill out with after work drinks, the bar's terrace is an ideal location. 

Nestled within their brewery in Bermondsey, Fourpure Taproom is one of the best places to drink outside in London. Hunker down here in the warmer months with small batch beers, brunch plates and juicy burgers while topping up your tan. 

Looking for a beautiful beer garden for your next drinking session? The Adam & Eve in East London has just the ticket. The outdoor area is a total suntrap in the summer and is covered in the winter, so it's a top spot for all seasons.

Boasting one of the best beer gardens in North London, the Abbey Tavern is a must-visit for anyone looking to get a side order of fresh air with their drinks. Located in the middle of Kentish Town, there's a sprawling outdoor space and rooftop terrace for all your alfresco drinking needs.

Found on the ever-buzzing Kingsland Road, The Duchess of Dalston is a cool place to drink outside in East London. Head here to delve into a menu of signature cocktails and signature brunch plates that changes every two weeks. 

With an outdoor space that looks more like a fairground than any beer garden you've ever seen before, this is one of the best outside drinking spots in London. A perfect sun trap in summer, but with plenty of covered booths to huddle under when the rainy months arrive, Aeronaut is an ideal location for fans of al fresco drinking and dining. 

When it's not busy keeping us up until the early hours, Cargo is ensuring we stay hydrated in all outdoor weather climates. Check into the outdoor drinking space and check out foosball tables, BBQs and some cool Shoreditch vibes.

From outdoor cinema pop-ups through to a seasonally-themed rooftop, if you haven't been to Queen of Hoxton yet, what have you been doing?! The Shoreditch stalwart puts on a different theme every year, alongside bar snacks and cocktails that don't disappoint.

If you're on the hunt for a good outdoor place in London for a few drinks, then look no further than GS Rooftop Bar. Along with their delicious martinis and negronis, they also offer a pretty view of the city in colourful outside seating.

From a cinema to brunches filled with drag queens, The Exhibit has got it all, including - you guessed it - a killer terrace. If you're near Balham, you can't beat this affordable boozer when the sun's out.

Looking for a great place to drink outside on Brick Lane? Ninety One Living Room is the bar, restaurant and music venue that also fronts a gorgeous beer garden. Grab the gang and get ready to sink some fresh craft pints and chow down on delicious food.

One of the best bars with outdoor seating in London, Limin' Beach Club is taking your alfresco tipples up a notch with fabulously themed decor - sandy floors, palm trees, colorful flags - and Caribbean food. Plus, there's also a range of rum cocktails up for grabs.

NBHD | Portobello is home to a gorgeous outdoor space for alfresco tipples in the warmer months. Enclosed within tall bamboo, it's a picture perfect setting for small plates and cocktails when the sun is shining. 

Home to one of the most bustling beer gardens in Dalston, The Three Compasses is easily one of the best places to drink outside in London. The classic British boozer offers plenty of space on its terrace, alongside fresh craft pints and gut-busting burgers.

A mega Brixton pub with heated spaces outside for groups to drink in the warmth of winter and sun-drenched summers, Hope & Anchor is a great suggestion for both the beer and burger hungry south of the river.

Hidden behind London Bridge Station, Vinegar Yard is a cool drinking and dining hotspot. Boasting a number of street food vendors and bars serving cocktails, wines and craft beers, the venue also has a massive outdoor seating area for some sun-soaked sips. 

A gorgeous terrace in the heart of Clapham, Hannah is one of our top picks for alfresco sipping. The quirky bar has a 'pour your own' policy, offering 48 self dispense wines for you to try

Found in the heart of buzzing Soho venue Kingly Court, Whyte & Brown is a chic and modern restaurant, serving an all-day menu of salads, burgers and small plates. Swing by the terrace to sip on a selection of exotic wines while watching the shoppers, tourists and post-work crowd stroll past.

Thought Flight Club was just a haven for social darts? Oh no, their Victoria outpost also happens to feature one of London's prettiest rooftops. Take your mates for a quirky night out complete with games, drinks and dining before heading to the terrace for some alfresco cocktails. 

If you're looking for the best places to drink outside in South London, check out Leadbelly's Bar is Rotherhithe. Offering an all-day menu of fresh, seasonal dishes that range from sharing platters to hearty burgers and grilled goods, this is one winning spot for boozy lunches and dinners. 

Searching for London pubs with outdoor seating? Located by Euston station, The Somers Town Coffee House has a brilliant secret garden. Grab a table and enjoy some tasty cocktails, craft ales and top-notch scran in the sunshine.

With a central location, daily DJ sets and gawp-worthy views, London Bridge Rooftop is an obvious choice for places to drink outside. At the weekend? This bar turns things up a notch, with bottomless brunches and Aperol spritz deals making your summer that bit sweeter.

Offering another top-notch option for city drinkers is Aviary; the rooftop bar and restaurant in Finsbury Square. Stylishly designed by Russell Sage Studio, the terrace is a mix of laid back sofas and incredible views alongside pretty igloos. If you get peckish, head to the glass-encased restaurant for hearty British fare.

Home to two gorgeous outdoor drinking areas, The Sun Inn is the Barnes pub ready and waiting to host you this summer. The beautiful boozer is a hotspot for craft beers, Sunday roasts and plenty of open-air antics.

One of the best places to drink outside in East London, Exale Brewery is bringing you a huge courtyard seating out the front of their taproom. Join them on high days and holidays for an exceptional selection of delicious pints and cooling cocktails.

One of Hackney Wick's hottest spots for an outdoor drink or three, Crate Bar & Pizzeria aren't just bringing you slices and serious craft pints, but their outside tables are also sat perfectly alongside the canal. Dreamy.

What's better than craft beer? Craft beer in one of London's best outdoor drinking spaces. Head west where The Union Tavern is shaking things up in Notting Hill with canalside vibes and a brilliant selection of craft and local beers on tap.

Head to this hidden Knightsbridge gem for an afternoon of alfresco drinks in a luxurious setting. Along with a stunning cocktail menu, The Hari Hotel Bar & Terrace also sports a retractable roof, so you're guaranteed to stay dry in all weather.

For outdoor drinking in London, Midnight Apothecary is one of our top spots. The gorgeous secret garden is fronting gorgeous handcrafted cocktails along with cosy fire pits and tasty bites courtesy of the Mayflower pub.

If you're looking for where to drink outside near London Bridge, The Market Porter is one of out top picks. Swing by the traditional British boozer for pints on the terrace along with gourmet bar snacks and hearty comfort food classics.

Home to one of the best beer gardens in South London, this traditional British boozer is one of Southfields best drinking spots. Head over on sunny afternoons for the chance to soak up some vitamin D in their pretty yard, as well as soaking up a few pints in the process.

Looking for places to drink outside in East London? Fugitive Motel are coming up tops with their cosy heaters, refreshing craft brew and freshly baked slices of pizza, as if that's not enough it's central Bethnal Green location makes it ideal for group hangouts.

Looking for one of the best places to drink outside in West London? Head over Shepherd's Bush where The Hawk's Nest is ready and waiting to host you and your bubble in their gorgeous hidden garden, complete with cocktails, craft beer and gourmet pizza.

In case you missed it, London Bridge is a great place to grab a few pints outside and Bunch of Grapes proves it. Hidden away down a side-street, this chilled out spot is perfect not only for British pints and plates but also a heated garden should you want to head outside. 

One of the more unusual places to drink outdoors in London, the Bar Bus will have you take up the sights and sounds of the city in a totally unique way. Not only will you drive past iconic landmarks, but you'll get to do so from a botanical bus with drinks to hand.

A favourite among locals and families alike, The Ship is one of the coolest pubs in South London. Not only can you sit alongside the water, but this mega beer garden in Walthamstow also has an outdoor bar and plenty of food options to go around.

A must for charcoal pizzas and vampire interiors, it's not just a love of slices and cocktails that we can give fangs for at Lost Boys, head to their heated garden space from winter to summer, to enjoy leafy surrounds and more premium Camden vibes. 

It might not be by the sea, but that hasn't stopped The Leather Bottle's beach huts from winning us over in both summer and winter. The Earlsfield pub has a whopper of a beer garden, which is also available for private functions if you fancy going all out.