London Bridge Rooftop Bar

You're standing 10 storeys up on Bridge Walk, drink in hand, watching the light change across the water as the City's glass towers glow amber at dusk. London Bridge Rooftop has the kind of view that makes you understand why people move to SE1, all without feeling like you're in a tourist trap. The bar itself is sleek and unfussy—smart cocktails, decent wine list, and staff who treat you like you belong there rather than trying to upsell you into oblivion. Come for sunset if you can manage it; it's properly special.