18 Places to Get Stunning Views of London’s Skyline

Klook Team

Last updated 20 Jul 2022

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London is home to royalty, red buses and a city skyline that’s one for the postcards. If you’re up for some sightseeing in one of the most famous cities in the world, there are plenty of places that serve fantastic views!

Here are the best London attractions with the best views:

The Shard
The London Eye
Tower Bridge
St. Paul’s Cathedral
The Garden at 120
Millennium Bridge
Sky Garden
One New Change
SUSHISAMBA London
Monument to the Great Fire
Up at the O2
Tate Modern
Savage Garden Bar
Jin Bo Law
Emirate Air Line
Parliament Hill Viewpoint
Rooftop Film Club
Hungerford Bridge

1. The Shard

If you’re seeking breath-taking 360° panoramic views of London, check outThe Shard, one of the most prominent London attractions. It’s also Western Europe’s tallest building and home to the highest viewing gallery in the city. The Shard has an indoor viewing platform and outdoor Skydeck from which you can see well-known landmarks such as The Tower of London, the London Eye, the Gherkin, and more.

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2. The London Eye

Hop on one of the most popular attractions in the UK for spectacular views of the Big Smoke!

Credits: @gaby.vazquez26 on Instagram Not just an icon of London, The London Eye is One of the largest observation wheels in the world—it can go as high as 135 metres, giving you a fantastic view of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and the lovely London skyline.

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3. Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge is one of the most recognisable attractions in London, often mistaken for London Bridge of nursery rhyme fame. The bridge is a marvel of architecture with a 43-metre tall glass walkway that offers a fresh view of the city.

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4. St. Paul’s Cathedral

Apart from being an iconic piece of architecture in London, St. Paul’s Cathedral is a great vantage point to see the city. For sightseeing purposes, you can go to the Cathedral’s top balcony to see a photogenic panorama of London.

5. The Garden at 120

Can’t go wrong with a rooftop for amazing views. But even better? Combine it with a lush garden! The Garden 120 is one of the best free rooftop gardens in the city, with well-landscaped greenery, flora, and heaps of seated areas. You'll also see several London attractions and landmarks, such as the Tower of London and The Shard.

6. Millennium Bridge

Bridges usually provide passage between masses of land, and Millenium Bridge does just that by connecting London to the South Bank. However, this footbridge was also constructed to give pedestrians a new perspective of St. Paul’s Cathedral and the surrounding London skyline.

7. Sky Garden

Another rooftop garden in London to visit is Sky Garden, the highest public garden that’s nestled at 160 metres on one of the city’s tallest buildings. From its landscaped terrain and observation decks, you’ll get 360° views of London and its best stops: The Shard, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the River Thames, and more.

8. One New Change

Near St. Paul’s Cathedral is One New Change, a premier shopping centre and attraction in London. After a shopping spree, head to the landscaped rooftop area with great views of the Cathedral and the nearby Shard. If you’re feeling famished, you can enjoy the views from the centre’s restos and cafes.

9. SUSHISAMBA London

On the 38th and 39th floors of the Salesforce Tower in London lies SUSHISAMBA London. It's a rooftop restaurant and bar serving 360° views of London plus delectable eats. The restaurant boasts meals from three distinct cuisines: Japanese (such as tempura and sushi), Brazilian (moqueca and churrasco), and Peruvian (anticuchos and seviches).

10. Monument to the Great Fire

The Monument to the Great Fire, colloquially known as the Monument, is smack-dab in the middle of London, where the Great Fire is believed to have started. While not among the tallest structures in the city, its 49-metre viewing platform offers mesmerising city views along with landmarks like The Shard and the Tower Bridge.

11. Up at the O2

The O2 Arena is known for hosting countless legendary entertainment events and offering a one-of-a-kind experience. You can visit the 52-metre suspended walkway on its roof (wearing a harness and safety suit, of course), where you can see Greenwich, Canary Warf, and even as far as Big Ben.

12. Tate Modern

Tate Modern is an art gallery where you can view works of art from the 1900s to the present, guaranteeing an overload of beauty. But it also offers another visual experience, as you can glimpse St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge, and the Thames River through its windows on its many floors.

13. Savage Garden Bar

For the boozier options of London attractions with fantastic views, Savage Garden Bar is a great bet. This rooftop bar sits atop Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Tower of London with a viewing area and a south-facing lounge that offers panoramic views of Tower Bridge and the city.

14. Jin Bo Law

Another fantastic rooftop bar to check out is Jin Bo Law, which shows an overlooking view of London’s skyscrapers. You can also spot Tower Bridge, Walkie Talkie, the Gherkin, and more as you chill at the indoor bar or sip your drinks on the outdoor terrace.

15. Emirate Air Line

No, it’s not the airlines based in the UAE—we’re talking about the Emirate Air Line cable cars that glide over the River Thames and the London skyline. Hop on a cable car and have a scenic tour of the city from above and in the comfort of your seat!

16. Parliament Hill Viewpoint

For a more nature-immersive experience, you can head to Parliament Hill Viewpoint, where you can see (a zoomed-out version of) the London skyline framed by lush greenery. The viewpoint sits on Hampstead Heath, a hilltop park perfect for an afternoon walk.

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17. Rooftop Film Club

The Rooftop Film Club has two locations in London: atop the Bussey Building in Peckham and one on Roof East in Stratford, with stunning panoramic views of the city. You can watch classic films such as Dirty Dancing and Romeo and Juliet as well as modern marvels like Parasite and Everything Everywhere All At Once in this open-air film club.

18. Hungerford Bridge and Golden Jubilee Bridges

Hungerford Bridge is a railway bridge that crosses the River Thames. The Golden Jubilee Bridges are footbridges placed on either side of Hungerford. These bridges are fantastic sights on their own but traversing them will give you great views of the London Eye, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and more.

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