Explore London
The sky’s the limit: London’s stunning views
Sky Garden, 20 Fenchurch St
Nearest tube: Monument.
Admission: Free, but must be booked in advance.
Waterloo Bridge
Nearest tube: Waterloo.
Admission: Free, and 24 hours.
Ontario Point
Nearest tube: Canada Water.
Admission: Free, although only if you have residents’ access.
The Shard (of course…)
Nearest tube: London Bridge.
Admission: £25.95 in advance, with concessions from £18.95. (Although there is free entry to Gong bar on the 52nd floor, with similarly stunning views.)
John Lewis, Westfield Stratford City
Nearest tube: Stratford
Admission: Free.
Primrose Hill
Nearest tube: Chalk Farm.
Admission: Free, though it’s muddy. Check out our Area Guide.
Tate Modern extension
Nearest tube: St. Paul’s, or take the beautiful walk (with more great views) from Blackfriars.
Admission: Free.
Emirates Air Line
Nearest tubes: North Greenwich (Jubilee Line) and Royal Victoria (DLR).
Admission: £3.40/£1.70 single journey on adult/child Oyster.