18 Best Winter Rooftop Bars In London 2026

A charming winter pop-up on a hidden rooftop terrace, The Fire Garden at Ham Yard Hotel is a great place to spend your winter evenings. You'll be welcomed with a Smoky Gimlet or a mocktail alternative, as well as DIY s'mores to toast over their fire pits.

The outdoor space is heated and covered, with cosy blankets and hot water bottles to boot. Sip seasonal cocktails like the Spirited Mocha or a Marshmallow Warmer, with a tasting flight available too, paired with wood-fired bites such as nduja flatbreads, baked camembert and celeriac shawarma.

• Location: 4th Floor, Ham Yard Hotel, 1 Ham Yard, Soho, W1D 7DT
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: fire pits, s'mores, themed cocktails, wood-fired cooking
• Perfect for: date nights, catch-ups with friends

London Bridge Rooftop gets a winter-themed makeover, with bauble-decked Christmas trees, twinkling lights and Aperol ski lifts accompanying the views. Plus, you can nab Christmas cocktails and warming drinks like mulled wine teapots.

There's also a 6th-floor private Christmas Grotto, with a darts board, which will be available for private hire and group bookings and is perfect for office events or catch-ups with friends.

• Location: Colechurch House, London Bridge Walk, SE1 2SX
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: unbeatable views of The Shard, après-ski theme, fun bottomless brunches, happy hour drinks
• Perfect for: after-work drinks, birthdays, work parties, casual date nights

Aviary Rooftop Bar & Restaurant knows a thing or two about dazzling views and sun-soaked drinks, but when the cold strikes? It's still up there as one of the best winter rooftops in London. 

Though their igloos won't be making a return for 2026, there will be a new 10-seater lodge on their winter terrace in partnership with Grey Goose from 16th November. You can expect a cosy atmosphere and some seriously delicious seasonal food and drinks - including indulgent fondue.

• Location: 10th Floor, 22 - 25, Finsbury Square, EC2A 1DX
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: panoramic city views, heated igloos, weekend brunches, delicious food, fondue
• Perfect for: date nights, family meals, after-work drinks, group dining, special celebrations

On the hunt for the best winter rooftops London has to offer? Madison transforms into a winter wonderland each year, setting up heaters and blankets to warm your cockles through while you gaze at their iconic view of St Paul's. 

Relax among the fairy lights and dig into their menu of modern American cuisine, from gorgeously grilled steaks and lobster to mains of rigatoni alla vodka - or even festive set menus if you're looking for a seasonal celebration. Top that all off with signature and festive-themed cocktails, not to mention an excellent wine list, and you've got yourself the ideal winter evening. Or if you fancy a daytime visit? They also host incredible weekend bottomless brunches.

• Location: Rooftop Terrace, One New Change, St Paul's, EC4M 9AF
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: close-up views of St Paul's Cathedral, regular live entertainment, bottomless brunches, excellent food and drinks
• Perfect for: date nights, dinner or drinks with friends, after-work fun, tourists

Elevate your winter celebrations at Florattica as their popular Winter Buds private rooftop igloos return to the City skyline. Each heated igloo features uninterrupted panoramic views, guest-controlled music, and bell-service waitstaff delivering food and drinks directly to your table.

Designed for intimate gatherings or group parties (with pods seating up to six or ten guests), you can enjoy a full food and cocktail menu alongside an exclusive new winter afternoon tea experience. With only three igloos available, early online reservations or private hires are strongly advised.

• Location: Rooftop Terrace, One New Change, St Paul's, EC4M 9AF
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: close-up views of St Paul's Cathedral, regular live entertainment, bottomless brunches, excellent food and drinks
• Perfect for: date nights, birthday drinks, special occasions, sophisticated after-work drinks

Queen of Hoxton transforms its rooftop into a snug winter escape, where a giant heated yurt and crackling fires set the scene above East London. Indulge in seasonal sips like the Spiced Clementine Margarita or Tiramisu Espresso Martini, paired with flame-grilled burgers, mac & cheese balls, and vegan treats.

Whether you're catching up with friends or sharing cocktails under the stars, this Shoreditch gem is a top pick for festive nights out.

• Location: 1-5, Curtain Road, Shoreditch, EC2A 3JX
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: giant heated yurt, fire pits, seasonal food and cocktails, resident DJs
• Perfect for: fun nights out, after-work drinks, weekend brunches, festive parties

Winter is coming, and Circes is transforming into a frosty paradise with fully covered and heated areas, delicious food and drinks, and fabulous heated winter igloos with Grey Goose from 23rd November 2026. Longer nights mean longer parties on their magical rooftop.

Whether you want the whole place to yourself, a private terrace, or a winter igloo, they've got the drinks, food, and incredible views to cater to all your seasonal desires.

• Location: Mercury House, 117 Waterloo Road, SE1 8UL
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: heated rooftop igloos, views of London's skyline, seasonal food and drinks
• Perfect for: birthdays, parties of all sizes, groups of friends, date nights

Found on the 6th floor of Oxford Street's John Lewis, 1864 Rooftop Bar & Kitchen is a glorious space that gets a wintry makeover. From 5th November, you'll be able to book their igloo experience for groups of four to eight guests, featuring snug blankets, mulled wine and seasonal feasting menus.

• Location: 300 Oxford St, West End, W1C 1DX
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: heated winter igloos for up to 40 guests, views of Central London, delicious seasonal food and cocktails
• Perfect for: date nights, family meals, post-shopping food and drinks, Christmas parties

Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is transformed into a winter wonderland as the temperatures begin to cool, decked out with blankets and heaters - a perfect pick of Instagrammable rooftop bars in London for winter. The elegant outdoor space partners up with Grey Goose to provide delicious sips (think signature espresso martinis), alongside a fantastic spread of food. 

Look forward to tucking into festive set menus, as well as the terrace's regular droolworthy options, like monkfish tail with cep puree and truffle butter, as well as desserts like mince pie crumble with rum raisin ice cream.

• Location: 68 King William Street, City of London, EC4N 7HR
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: 360-degree views of London, sophisticated atmosphere, elegant food and drinks, late-night DJs
• Perfect for: impressive dates, elegant meals with friends, special occasions, luxury feel

Offering some of the best views of East London, Boundary is a welcoming winter rooftop terrace. Come winter, their outdoor space is filled with twinkling fairy lights, as well as fluffy blankets, heaters and lots of gorgeous greenery.

They've got a cracking selection of cocktails here, alongside wines and varied spirits. Hungry? Their food menu ranges from truffle and wild mushroom orzo to corn-fed spatchcock chicken and charcuterie boards.

• Location: Rooftop, 2-4, Boundary Street, Shoreditch, E2 7DD
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: heated and covered orangery on the rooftop, winter warmer drinks, seasonal cocktails, views of East London
• Perfect for: groups, special occasions, date nights

Escape to the rooftop this festive season at Coq d'Argent, one of London's premier skyline venues located in the heart of the Square Mile. Their cosy winter chalets are returning for 2026, and among their renowned rooftop gardens, they provide an unforgettable backdrop for Christmas celebrations.

Whether you are planning an intimate festive meal, a group dinner, or a corporate party, you can expect elegant dining, timeless French hospitality, and bespoke event packages high above the historic streets of London.

• Location: No 1 Poultry, City of London, EC2R 8EJ
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: spectacular skyline views, cosy winter chalet pop-up, elegant French dining, sophisticated atmosphere
• Perfect for: groups, date nights, special occasions, Christmas parties

Sky Garden is open year-round, offering stunning vistas across the capital, including on its exclusive winter terrace by Belvedere Vodka, which brings you an Alpine experience in the sky.

Not only will you be privy to the venue's insane 360-degree views of London and its glittering skyline, but also to a fabulous menu of seasonal sharing plates. From confit duck to burgundy-braised beef to truffle croquettes and Jersey oysters, there's plenty of festive fare to enjoy with friends, colleagues or family. Even better - you can join them for their music nights for a spot of dancing, too.

• Location: 20 Fenchurch Street, 1 Sky Garden Walk, EC3M 8AF
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: 360-degree views from a famous skyscraper, seasonal menus, live music
• Perfect for: after-work drinks, corporate parties, festive dining, date nights, tourists

Keeping you cosy while sky-high, Jin Bo Law's snazzy rooftop offers a gorgeous space to indulge in signature sips; think fluffy blankets and snowflake decorations. It also knows how to throw quite the party, so keep an eye on its event listings this winter.

• Location: Hotel Saint, 9 Aldgate High Street, City of London, EC3N 1AH
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: City views (including of Tower Bridge and other landmarks), upscale atmosphere, elegant cocktails
• Perfect for: after-work drinks, impressive date nights, special occasions, corporate parties

If you're looking for the best London winter rooftops, 601 Queen's Road is a popular spot. Its pretty terrace features cute seating, hanging foliage, fairy lights and, of course, plenty of heaters to keep the frost at bay.

• Location: Centre Court Shopping Centre, No 4 Queen's Road, Wimbledon, SW19 8YE
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: heated rooftop, views of Wimbledon, festive menus, weekend DJs
• Perfect for: casual dates, dinner & drinks with friends, weekend fun

With its sheltered terrace and traditional Japanese garden, 8 at The Londoner is the perfect place to escape the city streets. As you look out over the capital, you can get to grips with fine aged Japanese whiskies and traditional cocktails.  

The food menu is equally indulgent, intriguing and East Asian. Expect edamame candy, lotus crisps, robata brioche rolls and more, all perfectly paired with signature Japanese-style serves.

• Location: 38 Leicester Square, West End, WC2H7DX
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: gorgeous Central London views, upscale Japanese food, signature cocktail menu, covered and heated terrace garden with a fire pit
• Perfect for: impressive date nights, special occasions, group bookings, private hire

A proper Clapham gem, No 32 The Old Town is flying the winter rooftop flag south of the river. With a snug space toting multiple heaters, blankets and views out over the common, it's making sure you're primed for weekend brunches and date nights over dinner.

• Location: 32 The Pavement, Clapham, SW4 0JE
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: fairy-light-entwined roof terrace, bottomless brunches, Sunday roasts, happy hour drinks, casual atmosphere
• Perfect for: casual date nights, birthday drinks, dinner with friends, family lunches

While better known for its unique spin on social darts, as well as its bottomless pizza brunches, Flight Club Victoria also boasts a stunning winter rooftop terrace in Central London. When the temperatures start to drop, settle among the giant baubles and Christmas lights with a range of Don Papa Rum winter specials.

• Location: Victoria NOVA Development, 6 Sir Simon Milton Square, SW1E 5DJ
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: quirky decor, darts, pizza paddles, quirky cocktails, boozy brunches, seasonal decor
• Perfect for: date night activities, birthdays, group bookings, corporate parties

A vibrant clubhouse bar in Islington, Bubba Oasis is providing an après-ski feel this Christmas. Step into their alpine hut for comfy sofas, blankets and decorations, making for the perfect photo opportunity.

They host live music and DJs in the evening, and there's a retractable roof on their outdoor terrace to suit all weather. Sip delicious cocktails like the Cinnamon Blueberry Mojito or a Chocolate Orange Old Fashioned, paired with winter eats like gourmet mac and cheese or brie and salami crostini. Plus, they even host bottomless brunches.

• Location: 57-58 Upper St, Islington, N1 0NY
• Price: ££
• Top highlights: après-ski theme, heated rooftop terrace, Alpine brunches, fun party vibes
• Perfect for: after-work fun, casual dates, group nights out

Perched high above Trafalgar Square with breathtaking views of the London Eye, Kitty Hawk provides an enchanting rooftop backdrop for holiday celebrations. Head chef Simone Auer's festive feasting menu (from £49.95) brings sharing-style Levantine and Mediterranean flavours to the table, featuring smoked salmon rillette with blinis, classic roast turkey with all the trimmings, roast cod in Grenobloise sauce, and a decadent sharing chocolate mousse with cherries and pistachio.

To elevate the festive spirit, guests can toast the season with bespoke ST. Germain cocktails, including the Holy Berry Margarita, crisp Elderflower Bramble, and classic Hugo Spritz. 

• Location: 8 St. Martin's Place, Covent Garden, WC2N 4JH
• Price: £££
• Top highlights: feasting menu and festive cocktails, views of Central London
• Perfect for: date nights, birthday drinks, and post-shopping fuel