Cocktails With A View in London

With a sleek interior hosted within an old Georgian town house and a stage for live bands, there's already enough reason to visit the Bird of Smithfield. But once summer hits, their roof is transformed into an Aperol Spritz Terrazza! So while sipping on their extensive list of cocktails, you can look out at the city all while soaking up the summer sun.

The Queen of Shoreditch serves both as a rooftop bar in London and a hub in one of the most interesting parts of the capital. Downstairs is decorated with window etchings, graffiti and ivy, but upstairs, the rooftop bar showcases the unique views of Hoxton. So grab a stool, have a bite to eat in the BBQ and take in the sights.

Overlooking Canada Square, Wahaca Terrace Bar provides stunning views in the heart of Canary Wharf perfect for your after work drink. Order up some delicious street food while sipping a freshly shaken margarita, and enjoy the colourful décor and atmosphere.

Sit back and enjoy both the London skyline and the beauty of the River Thames at the Riverside Bar in Vauxhall. There are two outdoor terraces and both come equipped with heaters, but if that's not your style, they also serve up a mean Old Fashioned to help ease things along.

Located atop the Montcalm hotel in Finsbury Square, Aviary is a swanky and stylish cocktail bar and restaurant from the renowned ETM group. Head up for incredible views and sleek seating, perfect for a lazy summer's evening, or come winter, snuggling inside. The cocktail menu will have a range of classics and should you feel peckish, there's a delicious British menu to choose from.

If you're looking for some of the best cocktails with a view in London, you'd be barmy to miss drinks at Aqua Shard. One of the best drinking spots in the city, indulge in everything that these high end mixes and views have to offer. 

For cocktails with a view in London, there is no better spot than Radio Rooftop. Located on the top of one of the city's best boutique hotels, you can spot all the sights of London while sipping on some of their stunning cocktail creations.

Whether you're after afternoon tea, a British dinner or some bubbly cocktails, Scoff & Banter is a classic and swish restaurant that does it all to a beautiful backdrop of the O2 and river.

Open from early til late, Jin Bo Law is one of the coolest new drinking spots in the City of London. The spot keeps it cool with beautiful views over London, as well as sumptuous interiors, a refreshing cocktail list and delicious Asian nibbles.

Near & Far doesn't just boast incredible kitsch, retro interiors and a wonderful array of bar snacks and cocktails created from locally-sourced ingredients. They also boast incredible panoramic views of the London skyline too.

Ideal for after work drinks in the summer, this stunning Wimbledon bar offers a rooftop terrace perfect if you're looking for cocktails with a view in London.

Get up close and personal with some of the city's most iconic buildings from the top floor of The Gherkin. Head to Searcy's for London-themed cocktails and some stunning champagne and enjoy panoramic views of the capital.

Boasting signature sips and stunning sights, Bourne & Hollingsworth's rooftop hideaway will bring you a birds eye view of some of London's most iconic landmarks including Leicester Square and the National Portrait Gallery.

Head over to Shoreditch where this unique bar lets you take in the sights of the city from above an old East London courthouse. Upper 5th is all about the excellent cocktails and BBQ food.

Skylark Roof Garden is an idyllic location for cocktails with a view. Not only is it a haven of lush greenery and plush seating, but it provides a stunning backdrop of London's skyline, complete with hand-crafted frozen cocktails for hot summer days.