What’s better than being wrapped up warm with a winter cocktail surrounded by glowing lights and faux sheepskin rugs?
Nothing, that’s what. So, with that in mind, we’ve picked some of the most magnificent winter rooftop bars in the City of London that you have to visit this Christmas season for a festive tipple.
Sabine
Rooftop bar Sabine has transformed from a secret garden oasis into an enchanting winter wonderland. Filled with sparkling fairy lights, snow frosted foliage and mini Christmas trees, the wintery bar gives you all the Alpine feels while you’re treated to breathtaking views of St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Godliman Street EC4V 5AJ
sabinelondon.co.uk
Yauatcha City
The modern Chinese restaurant has launched its winter terrace, Yauatcha Ice City, where you can sip on a glass of Moët & Chandon champagne and nibble on dim sum within the warm confines of the heated terrace. Open until March 2022, the wintery rooftop framing Broadgate Circle takes its inspiration from the Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, a city in China’s northeast Heilongjiang province.
Broadgate EC2M 2QS
yauatcha.com
Coq d’Argent
Take the lift to Coq d’Argent’s famous heated roof terrace as this winter will see it decked out in festive lighting, furs and snowy decorations. Plus you can also book one of two chalet style huts which are available for private hire from Monday to Friday and Saturday night. Perfect for lodge drinks and bar snacks.
1 Poultry EC2R 8EJ
coqdargent.co.uk
Vintry and Mercer
With incredible views of London’s skyline, the winter igloos and cabins are back at the Mercer Roof Terrace. Sit down for dinner in a cosy igloo dome, with faux fur blankets, flickering candles and the twinkle of city lights all around. It doesn’t get more magical than this.
19-20 Garlick Hill EC4V 2AU
vintryandmercer.com
Skylight Tobacco Dock
This year, Skylight Tobacco Dock is returning and once again providing us with all the rooftop winter vibes with a large rooftop ice rink and festive igloos. The skyline-facing igloo pods come with street-food snacks and wintery platters. Cosy up with a warming mulled wine while watching the skaters and you’ll be sure to get that Christmassy feeling.
Tobacco Dock E1W 2SF
skylightbars.com/tobacco-dock
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