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When planning to visit the UK capital, you have several ways to explore the city. First, you can visit local museums, architectural masterpieces, and other iconic landmarks of the city. Another way is to enjoy London from above – from the city's most amazing viewpoints. 

There are several such places in and around London itself, but some of them are not accessible by public transport, so you will have to hire a car. Pick up the Budget car hire Heathrow airport immediately after arriving, which guarantees easy access to both the city and the observation decks. 

So are you ready for the spectacular views? Then start the engine of your car and go!

The Shard

With the height of 309 meters, it’s London's tallest skyscraper. On the very last floor there’s an observation deck with a beautiful view of the city. Previously, this view was only available to those who flew over London by helicopter. 

Visiting the observation deck is paid – the cost of an adult ticket is £41.50, the cost of a child ticket is £31.50, while for students the entrance is £33.20. You can book a ticket and plan your visit on the official website.

Horniman Gardens

Located 7 miles from the city center, Horniman Gardens is a great place to admire downtown while strolling along green alleys. Thus, driving your hire car to this place is the right decision for your trip.

Horniman Gardens is both gardens and a museum at the same time, because here you will feel yourself at the top of the world, or rather at the top of London. The cost of the visit is £8.5. The walk will show you London not from the side of a gray and rainy city, but from the side of a green, flourishing and welcoming destination. 

On Saturday mornings, you can find a farmers' market, where you can buy different goodies and original handicrafts.

London Eye

This place is quite popular and almost all tourists know that this Ferris wheel provides the fantastic bird's-eye-view of London. The height of the Ferris wheel is 135 meters, which is equivalent to 45 floors. The project was invented by a couple of newlyweds-architects, and the implementation into reality took 6 years. 

You can now drive there in your hire car for an unforgettable experience and breathtaking views. A regular ticket for an adult will cost £35, while a ticket for children is available at £25. A group ticket for 4 persons will cost £120. 

Also, there is a special accelerated climb, for those who are in a hurry and for thrill-seekers. It costs £50/person for both adults and children. We recommend buying tickets online, as the price will be much cheaper.

King Henry's Mound in Richmond Park

This is another place that offers a magnificent view of London. The entrance to the park is free of charge. There are many viewing platforms with binoculars, where you can watch the life of the capital for hours. 

St Paul's Cathedral looks the most colorful from the hills of the park. Many say that not a single building and not a single park can block the view of the cathedral.

Emirates Air Line

This is a cable car across the Thames that was built specifically for the 2012 Summer Olympics. The route starts at the Greenwich Peninsula. Follow the address 27 Western Gateway, Royal Docks, London E16 1FA to get there with your hire car. 

Along the way, you will be able to see many sights and enjoy a bird's eye view of London. The cost of a single trip for an adult will cost £8, for children the cost is £4. You can also ride the full route – such a trip will cost £26.50.

Up at the O2

Some tourists go to the mountains, overcoming natural difficulties in order to enjoy the beauty of nature. London has its own artificial mountain for admiring the stone jungle. 

In short, O2 is a tent where people climb to see a stunning view of London. The ticket price is £44 for both adults and children. Before you start climbing, you will be instructed, provided special shoes and clothing. Then, accompanied by a guide, you will go to conquer London’s peak.

Parliament Hill

This hill is located in Hampstead Park, making it easy to get in a hire car. Of course, the entrance to the park is free of charge. Parliament Hill attracts attention as it offers a really beautiful panoramic view of the city. 

It’s believed that from this hill Guy Fawkes was going to watch the Parliament of England explode. Locals often rest there, having picnics, flying kites, and just relaxing, lying on the green grass in the fresh air.

Summing it up, London is a little sad, as many still consider it a city of smog and rain. Of course, there’s some truth in this, but the inhabitants of the British capital don’t always wear gray suits and make their way through the fog. 

A bird's-eye view of London will dispel all the stereotypes associated with this city, give a feeling of freedom and delight you with beautiful views. Just don’t forget to hire a car for easy access to some of London's most stunning viewpoints.

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