For a touch of luxury and sophistication, head north as you leave the palace towards Mayfair.  

This glamorous neighbourhood has everything you need to enjoy a splendid afternoon or evening with some of the best cocktail bars near Buckingham Palace.

Mr Fogg's Apothecary

Just across from Claridge’s hotel, you can find this delightfully quirky cocktail bar. Following the theme of Phileas Fogg’s adventures around the world, the drinks on display at Mr Fogg’s apothecary are based on legendary remedies that may or may not have some health benefits. A heavy disclaimer should be placed on the fact that alcoholic cocktails probably won’t fall under the category of health foods anytime soon!

This beautifully decorated establishment stays true to the era in which the novel was based. It is low-lit with comfortable seating and a beautiful bar where friendly mixologists will prepare your order. It makes for a wonderful break from the norm and is a fabulous place to go for a few cocktails with friends.

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The Connaught Bar

The Connaught is an old-school classic in the heart of Mayfair. It is like stepping into another world where the luxury level has been ramped up to the max. Beautiful crystal glasses and candlelit tables await you with specially trained mixologists ready to fill up your glass with perfectly prepared cocktails.

There is a full range of cocktails, spirits and other drinks available all day until the early hours. It is a relaxed atmosphere with a gentle buzz that sets the scene perfectly as one of the best cocktail bars near Buckingham Palace. The World’s 50 Best Bars Awards certainly agree with us as they have named them the number 1 bar for the 2nd year in a row.

Le Magritte Bar and Terrace

Le Magritte Bar and Terrace is the jewel in the Beaumont’s crown. This beautifully restored art-deco-style hotel offers many special areas to enjoy with the bar and terrace being up there as many people’s favourites. They specialise in bourbons, American whiskeys and classic cocktails.

It is all in keeping with the state-side feel of this establishment as customers imagine what it may have been like to while away the hours in a classic speakeasy during the 1920s. You can enjoy your drinks out on the wonderful sheltered terrace that overlooks Brown Hart gardens surrounded by lush greenery and a gentle breeze.

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