In my humble opinion, not enough people have dared to combine beer gardens with the finest panoramic views of London. So, it’s a darn good thing that Alexandra Palace shows us how it’s done each year, with its annual summer hit: The Terrace, a gigantic beer garden perched on their south-facing terrace.
Marrying sumptuous views of the capital with all the sun-soaked comforts of a beer garden, it’s a drinking spot that yearns for a place on your must-visit list.
What can I expect at The Terrace (other than stunning views)?
The Terrace opened to great acclaim in 2020. It was rightly lauded for its “unbeatable views, some of the city’s hottest street food vendors and a big ol’ pop up bar”. All of which is, frankly, music to our ears.
Covering a whopping 1,500 square metres, The Terrace is one of London’s biggest beer gardens. Within its bounds they serve everything from craft beers to cocktails and stone-baked pizzas. And if you visit on the weekend, there are even more choices, thanks to pop-up bars and food traders.
As well as the already mentioned pizza (courtesy of Fuoco’s inside The Phoenix Bar & Pizzeria), there are further pop-up bars and food options. These include The Dog House, Bam Bam Crepes, and The Terrace Cocktail Bar.
As always, entry to The Terrace is free, and you don’t even need to book your spot beforehand. Just turn and grab a spot to catch some rays gratis. Be sure to cancel any plans for the rest of the day, too. You’ll be here for a while once you’ve settled in!
So, to summarise – that’s free entry, plenty of pints, scrummy street food, and sweeping views of London? The Terrace is here to turn summer of 2025 into one of London’s best yet…
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