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Tower Bridge rating icon 9.9

Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2UP, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 14 of 840
Popularity in Category: 39 of 2520
Popularity Worldwide: 383 of 28980
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London Eye rating icon 9.9

Riverside Building, County Hall, London SE1 7PB, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 13 of 840
Popularity in Category: 10 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 430 of 28980
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Anthony February 4, 2025

if you're camera crazy like me, make sure to bring a good zoom lens for perspective shots. some cabins can get busy, so you might need to wait.

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Jill November 1, 2024

Check the weather forecast! I went on a cloudy day and it really limited the views. Try for a clear day to maximize your experience.

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Queen of Hoxton rating icon 9.4

1 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3JX, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 31 of 840
Popularity in Category: 29 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 1234 of 28980
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Eric February 22, 2025

If you plan to visit on the weekend, I suggest booking a table online beforehand to avoid waiting. The queue can be long and it's easy to lose time just standing around.

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SushiSamba rating icon 9.3

Heron Tower, Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 41 of 840
Popularity in Category: 32 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 1575 of 28980
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The Shard rating icon 9.2

32 London Bridge St, London SE1 9SG, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 53 of 840
Popularity in Category: 51 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 1785 of 28980
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Nathan February 1, 2025

Don't forget to bring your camera. I thought my phone's camera would be fine but the views are so amazing you'll want the best quality shots possible

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Charles December 31, 2024

Also, I suggest checking the weather before you go. I went on a cloudy day, and I couldn't see much. A clear day is so worth it!

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Daniel November 30, 2024

I think you should take the stairs up to Level 72 if you can. It's a cool experience, and you'll get a different perspective than just taking the lift.

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Ronald October 24, 2024

My advice is to visit around sunset. The views are absolutely stunning as the city lights start to twinkle and it makes for a perfect backdrop to your photos.

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Pergola Paddington rating icon 9.2

4 Kingdom St, London W2 6EZ, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 49 of 840
Popularity in Category: 49 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 1744 of 28980
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Jack December 25, 2024

Definitely try to visit during late afternoon, around 4 PM, when the sun starts to set. The view gets magical and the vibe is way more relaxed than during peak times.

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Brandon December 2, 2024

Look for happy hour deals on drinks; they can save you a good amount. I found some amazing cocktails at a discount and it made the experience even better.

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Roof East rating icon 8.6

7 & 8 Stratford Multi Storey Car Park, Great Eastern Rd, London E15 1XE, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 106 of 840
Popularity in Category: 91 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 3797 of 28980
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Golden Bee rating icon 8.4

Singer St, London EC1V 9DD, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 113 of 840
Popularity in Category: 96 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 4422 of 28980
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James February 13, 2025

Make sure to ask for the happy hour deals! I saved a decent amount on drinks, plus the vibe was super chill then.

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Jill November 25, 2024

I think it's smart to book your spot ahead of time, especially on weekends. The line can get pretty long and it's easy to lose time waiting.

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Coq d'Argent rating icon 7.3

Coq d'Argent, 1, Poultry, Cheap, City of London, Greater London, England, EC2R 8EJ, United Kingdom copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 213 of 840
Popularity in Category: 156 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 7470 of 28980
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Bussey Rooftop Bar rating icon 6.7

Roof B, Bussey Building, 133 Rye Ln, London SE15 4ST, UK copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 272 of 840
Popularity in Category: 180 of 419
Popularity Worldwide: 9281 of 28980
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Dorothy January 29, 2025

My advice is to check their menu online before you go—some cocktails can be pricey, but the dark & stormy was delicious and worth it.

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Anthony October 17, 2024

I suggest going on a weekday around 5 PM to snag a good spot without the crowds. The views at sunset are stunning and it's less busy then!

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