Peggy
Camarillo
What are the best tall buildings in London that offer city views and perhaps offer dining and beverages?
The Oxo Tower Bar on the river has a lovely restaurant at the top with good food and views
Gong Bar at the Shard - trust me on that. If you don't fall in love with it, you can take the elevators to the Aqua bar or Ting Bar - all have unbeatable views, but Gong is my favorite - it's part of Shangri-La Hotel on the 52nd floor and gorgeous. There's even a swimming pool in there...erm, yes, a swimming pool. :)
If you find yourself in need of a very very late night nibble, Duck and Waffle also has tremendous views and is open 24/7.
The View from The Shard; culture and views for free at the Cafe National Portrait Gallery; a must do for great view of the Houses of Parliament and London London Eye; the cafe on 3rd floor of the Southbank Centre with views over the River Thames and Hampstead Heath for uninterrupted views over the city
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There is a balcony on the fifth floor of the Royal Festival Hall. Buy your drink downstairs and head on up via the lift.
The rooftop bar Vista at The Trafalgar Hotel.
Roof top bar on top of ME London in Aldwych
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Some great suggestions already offered! I really liked the views from Skylon and also Gillray's Steakhouse & Bar becuase I love looking out at the river. Similarly the views from Tate Modern are great and you can grab a bite in the cafe there.
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I love the view from a boat and hate heights so City Cruises Dinner Cruises leaving from Westminster Pier do it for me!
HI Peggy!
Have a cocktail and Sushi/Brazilian tapas at Sushisamba or sunrise breakfast at 24 hour Duck & Waffle in the Heron tower above the city of London. Try out an afternoon tea or dinner at the Oxo Tower Wharf at Southbank. And a cocktail at Aqua Shard or afternoon tea or dinner at TĪNG in The Shard at London Bridge. These are the best buildings for a great view of the city and river.
The Blueprint Cafe at the Design Museum has a great view of Tower Bridge, the city and Canary Wharf from their 2nd floor dinning room.
More information on these places here: http://www.neverendinghoneymoon.net/%EF%BB%BF%EF%BB%BFwhere-to-eat-out-in-london/
Enjoy!
Jacqui
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Top of Saint Paul's Cathedral -- There is a stairway inside that leads up to the Dome...outstanding views! There is a nice restaurant in the Crypt basement too.
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Sarah
Emma
