Viewpoints and terraces in London

Free

1. Sky Garden - sky gardens on top of a Walkie Talkie skyscraper

Location: 1, Sky Garden Walk, London EC3M 8AF
Point height: 155 m.
Admission/Prices: free
Opening hours: pon 10:00-23:00; Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sun 08:00-23:00; pt, sat 08:00-00:00
Website: https://skygarden.london/

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Sky Garden is one of the most unique facilities in the financial part of London. Sky gardens allow you to admire the city from all sides. This facility is located on 35th floor of a high-rise building Walkie Talkie.

In addition, all that is needed is book in advance, to be able to get into the facility completely free of charge.

2. the Garden at 120

Location: 120 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 5BA
Point height: 15th floor
Admission/Prices: free
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-21:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00
Website: https://www.thegardenat120.com/

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The Garden at 120 is, like Sky Garden, an observation deck with a garden. However, it is located much lower, as it is only on the 15 floor.

Less popular, however, is the use of the terrace no reservation necessary and very often long queues can be avoided.

Also awaiting visitors to the terrace are restaurant.

3. Primrose Hill

Location: London Borough of Camden, London
Point height: 63 m.
Admission/Prices: free
Opening Hours: round the clock
Website: Primorse Hill - Wikipedia

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Primrose Hill is public park, which is available to all residents and visitors to London.

People who are looking for a place to relaxation in the open air will certainly appreciate this space. In addition, in the central part of the park there is a hill with a height of 63 meters.

Spreading out from it view of London. The place itself works great for spending your time and relax.

4 Parliament Hill

Location: Heath Lodge, London NW5 1QR, Hampstead Heath
Point height: 98 m.
Admission/Prices: free
Opening Hours: open 24 hours a day
Website: Parliament Hill - Wikipedia

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Parliament Hill represents highest vantage point available in Hampstead Heath Park, which is located in northwest London.

From the hill it is possible to admire the city skyline, and you can also see parliament building.

In addition, the park does not lack numerous walking areas and opportunities to comfortably spend their time outdoors.

5. One Tree Hill - Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park

Location: Lovers Walk, London SE10 1AY, Greenwich Park
Point height: -
Admission/Prices: free
Opening Hours: open 24 hours a day
Website: https://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/greenwich-park

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Greenwich Park is one of the royal parks, which offers plenty of attractions for visitors.

It creates both ideal conditions for walking, as well as there is the possibility of climbing the hill where it is located Royal Observatory.

The hill allows you to admire the London skylines and all its highlights. On sunny days you can see many important points of the city.

6. the roof of the One New Change shopping center

Location: New Change, London EC4M 9AF
Point height: -
Admission/Prices: free
Opening hours: Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 10:00-18:00; czw 10:00-20:00
Website: https://onenewchange.com/roof-terrace-one-new-change

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The roof of the One New Change shopping center is a unique terrace from which the You can admire all the highlights of the city.

From the large size of the terrace you can see exactly St. Paul's Cathedral and the city skyline. In addition, visitors to the terrace have a unique opportunity to take advantage of the offer restaurant and bar, which are located in this place.

On selected days at terrace also take place parties and numerous cultural events.

7. viewpoint on the top floor of the Tate Modern

Location: Bankside, London SE1 9TG
Point height: -
Admission/Prices: free
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00
Website: https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-modern

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A vantage point located on the top floor of Tate Modern is a unique place from which you can admire the St. Paul's Cathedral, City district whether Millennium Bridge.

In addition, visitors to the facility will also be treated to a wide range of exhibitions and many restaurants available and catering spaces.

All of this contributes to greater satisfaction with the facility and the ability to admire in comfort London's skyline.

8 Duck and Waffle Restaurant

Location: Salesforce Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY
Point height: 40th floor
Admission/Prices: free
Opening Hours: open 24 hours a day
Website: https://duckandwaffle.com/

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Duck and Waffle restaurant is one of the the most interesting gastronomic proposals, which are available in London.

Located on the 40 floor the restaurant serves dishes of european cuisine, while allowing you to admire the fantastic skyline. Another plus is that you can visit the restaurant even at night, where the views can be even more amazing.

All this contributes to the satisfaction of choosing this particular place and its unique offer.

9. sushi samba

Location: Heron Tower, Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY
Point height: 38-39th floor
Admission/Prices: free
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12:00-23:30
Website: https://www.sushisamba.com/

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Sushi Samba is a restaurant located in a high-rise building Heron Tower. It guarantees great views and the opportunity to taste the a wide range of sushi.

An undoubted advantage of the place is the available outdoor viewing terrace. It is topmost terrace among all restaurants in Europe. Location directly in City district allows you to admire the entire city and derive great satisfaction from choosing this particular place.

Despite free entry, it is worthwhile beforehand book a table, To avoid having to wait in lines.

10. millennium bridge (Millennium Bridge)

Location: Thames Embankment, London EC4V 3QH
Point height: -
Admission/Prices: free
Opening Hours: open 24 hours a day
Website: Millennium Bridge - Wikipedia.

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The Millennium Bridge is one of London's most important symbols of modernity. Allowing you to get over the other side of the Thames The bridge is very popular as a overlook.

Allows you to admire panorama of the city from all sides.

In addition, the lack of any restrictions on entry makes any visitor to London can easily use this site, which will allow you to enjoy many unique views.

11. Alexandra Park

Location: Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY
Point height: -
Admission/Prices: free
Opening Hours: open 24 hours a day
Website: https://www.alexandrapalace.com/the-park/

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Alexandra Park is a publicly accessible space designed for walking and relaxation.

However, it also provides a great vantage point on London. Especially noteworthy is the view, which is accessible from the panoramic hall at Alexandra Palace.

The opportunity to admire beautiful landscapes and the availability of many attractions in the park brings many tourists to the park each year, eager to take advantage of its unique offerings.

12th City Hall

Location: Kamal Chunchie Way, London E16 1ZE
Point height: 45 m.
Admission/Prices: free
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 08:00-18:00, pt 08:00-17:30, Sat-Sun closed
Website: City Hall - Wikipedia.

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The newly built City Hall is one of the more interesting places to visit, and an excellent vantage point.

Located near Tower Bridge The facility features a futuristic design, and the on top of it there is an observation deck. It is from it that it is possible to admire the panorama of the city.

The glazed space guarantees the best conditions for admire the city and all its highlights.

Paid

1. London Eye

Location: Riverside Building, County Hall, London SE1 7PB
Point height: 135 m.
Admission/Prices: approx. 30£
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-20:30
Website: https://www.londoneye.com/

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The London Eye costs about £30 per person. This 135-meter "Ferris wheel" It was so popular with tourists that more than 20 years later is still one of the first places tourists want to go when they are in London.

The nearest tube station from the London Eye is Wesminster.

2. the Shard

Location: 32 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG
Altitude: 310 m.
Admission/prices: from £28
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-22:00 (summer) 10:00-20:00 (winter)
Website: https://www.theviewfromtheshard.com/

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And even in (2022) you won't find a viewpoint as high as this one in all of Western Europe. Views from 68, 69 and 72 floors (244 m) are unforgettable. If you hit good visibility, you will observe points more than 60 km from this building.

If you are looking for the highest vantage point in London, then you should visit The Shard. It is not only the highest located viewing gallery in the city, but also throughout the United Kingdom.

The attraction is quite expensive (it costs about £30 per adult), but it is well worth the price and provides great 360° views. You can also enjoy several bars serving drinks and beverages. There are also additional paid professional photography services offered on top.

3. IFS Cloud Cable Car (formerly: Emirates Cable Car)

Location: Greenwich, Docklands, London
Point height: 90 m.
Admission/Prices: 5£ single
Opening Hours: -
Website: -

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It is a cable car over the Thames connecting North Greenwich (the area around the O2 Arena with the Newham neighborhood).

The railroad was opened ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games year and was meant to be another transportation solution for London, and has become one of the city's many tourist attractions.

Offers great views People without fear of heights (max. about 90m above ground/water).

4 Monument

Location: Fish St Hill, London EC3R 8AH
Point height: 50 m.
Admission/Prices: 6£
Opening hours: daily 09:30-13:00 i 14:00-18:00
Website: https://www.themonument.org.uk/

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At a height of about 50 m There is a platform from which we can see on one side of the panorama modern developments City, and with second St. Paul's Cathedral in the distance.

There is an entrance fee. It is one of the few London attractions that do not have online reservations and you have to buy a ticket on the spot and stand your ground in line. A ticket for an adult costs about £6. 

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