Celebrate the start of 2022 with the continually incredible New Year's Eve fireworks in London. Taking place along the River Thames in London, the official fireworks display is ticketed, so we've come up with some alternatives. From rooftop bars with stunning views of London's new year's eve fireworks and glittering restaurant reservations to boat parties that just so happen to be in the thick of the display, we've left no epic night behind.
When: 31st December 2021
Where: London River Thames, Southbank
Nearest Tube: Many including Embankment, Barbican, Waterloo, London Bridge, Monument
Unfortunately, London's New Year's Eve fireworks are cancelled for 2021. For more things to do on December 31st, check out our NYE hub.
Last updated on 29th December 2021
@ TH@51 Restaurant and Bar on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
Searching for an awesome New Year's Eve event in London? TH@51 is bringing everything you need for the night from a scrumptious four-course feast to drinks at an outdoor chalet pop-up and live music all evening. You'll also get the most dazzling fireworks from the courtyard.
@ MV PRIDE OF LONDON on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ 20:00 - 1:00
Looking for the best ways to watch the New Year's Eve fireworks in London? Head to the Thames where the MV Pride of London is ready to head off on an amazing five-hour cruise. Complete with dinner, dinks and a DJ, this is set to be a memorable experience.
@ Bar Elba on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ 19:00 - 1:00
Bar Elba is bringing a fantastic way to ring in the new year with delicious burgers, giveaways and tonne of bubbly. To top things off? You'll get to watch fireworks from the venue's rooftop while celebrating 2022.
What better place to catch the city's dazzling fireworks than at sky-high bar 8 at The Londoner? While you enjoy the views, tuck into exquisite Japanese plates and chase it with delicious whisky. Or you can head to its French sister, Whitcomb's for a four-course feast.
@ Westminster Pier on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
While London's usual famous fireworks will not be on this year, there are still plans for a display and a light show. So, get yourself front-row seats to the dazzling spectacle aboard this New Year's Eve party boat that'll cruise you down the River Thames.
@ GONG Bar at Shangri-La, The Shard on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
With New Year's Eve on the horizon, it's time to check out some of the fanciest places to book, and the GONG bar in London is a great spot for the evening. Enjoy bento boxes, tipples and the prettiest fireworks.
@ Garden Rooftop on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
Garden Rooftop boasts unrivalled views across the City from its 10th floor perch above Leicester Square, making it one of the best places to watch the London fireworks this New Year's Eve. Head on down to this swish soiree to enjoy a three-course meal followed by bottomless drinks until the early hours.
@ Mathura on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
Fancy an Indian this New Year's Eve? Well, you'll want to head for one helluva fine dining feast at Atul Kochhar's Mathura restaurant, where you'll get four courses and Champagne to toast to 2022. Pop outside away from your table at midnight and you'll be treated to a view of London fireworks from the Westminster spot.
@ TING Restaurant at Shangri-La, The Shard on Fri, 31st Dec 2021 @ 18:00 - 23:30
Dreaming of stunning fireworks this New Year's Eve? TĪNG restaurant in the Shard is giving you exactly what you need with a luxury three or four course meal, Champagne and a fabulous view from their window.
