Hopping over to East London, The Culpeper in Spitalfields is a triple threat: a pub downstairs, a restaurant in the middle, and a rooftop garden up top. The rooftop is small but mighty, with potted herbs, fairy lights, and a greenhouse.
You can smell rosemary and mint while you watch the sun set over the city’s chimneys. It feels like drinking in a countryside shed that somehow teleported to Shoreditch. The cocktails are strong, so pace yourself.
I went on a date there once. We shared a plate of olives and talked for three hours. The view made everything feel special—even when he told me his cat’s name was “Mr. Sniffles.”
Sky Garden: The One That’s Free
Okay, I have to mention the elephant in the room—or rather, the Sky Garden at 20 Fenchurch Street. Yes, it’s famous. Yes, you need to book weeks in advance. But it’s free, and the three-storey indoor garden is absurdly beautiful.
You walk in and see palm trees, fountains, and floor-to-ceiling windows showing off the entire city. It’s like being in a luxury treehouse. Grab a seat at the bar or just wander around—the view changes from every angle.
The downside? You’ll have to elbow through a few tourists. But honestly, if a free view of London from 35 floors up means queuing for ten minutes, it’s worth it. Just bring your patience and a smile.
