Pubs and bars in London

People sitting on the terrace at Jin Bo Law Skybar in the daytime, with City of London skyscrapers in the background.

People stroll past the riverside The Anchor pub

Best traditional pubs

The 1920s Chicago-inspired bar, complete with red velvet bar stools and retro lampshades, at Barts in London.

Find the right drinking spot to suit your mood with our guide to the best bars and pubs in London. Sun yourself at a rooftop bar or in outdoor bars and beer gardens; enjoy the views from a riverside pub; sip on classic and quirky creations at cocktail bars; or watch your favourite team at a sports bar.

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Posh bars in London

The bar at St Pancras Champagne Bar

Specialist London bars

A mirrored room with a rainbow ball pit

Lesbian and gay bars

Tickets, hotels and offers

Theatre tickets

Attraction tickets

Pubs in London

Pubs on the Thames

Fun nights out

The night falls as a few couple are enjoying a drink on a restaurant's terrace.

The Bohicas performing to a crowd at The Half Moon pub in London

Live music bars