Complete guide

Rooftop Bars Montreal

2024 update

When the first sign of spring (finally) arrives, there is only one way to look: upwards, to the Montreal rooftop bars.

Country Canada

Currency Canadian Dollar

Best time to visit May - September

Courtesy of Terrasse Place D'Armes

Montreal Rooftop Guide

By:Rikard Fredricson

Updated:May 25, 2024

Montreal rooftop map

During the warmer months, MOntreal is really a great rooftop city, with lots of elevated terraces and patios offering rooftop brunch, sunny lunch, late night cocktails and fantastic views. But which is the best terrasse Montreal?

With this complete guide you'll find the best Montreal rooftops, packed with all info you need about each terrasse: opening hours, dress code, photos, locations and much more. From downtown Monteal to the Old Port, something for the party animals and something for the epicureans. Just scroll down and find the rooftop Montreal bar best suited for you.

The list

15 best rooftop bars in Montreal

Rooftop bar Montreal Terrasse Place D'Armes in Montreal — 1

Terrasse Place D'Armes

8th floor | Old Montreal

Highlights

Summer hot-spot

Popular

$$$

Perched on top of the Hotel Place D'Armes in the the heart of old Montreal, the lovely Terrasse Place D'Armes is **an urban oasis** and a true summer destination, offering fantastic views over Place d’Armes square and the downtown skyline. Order the house special Raspberry Mojito, boozy ice pops or some sangria, or try something from the tasty bistro menu, accompanied by the golden hour and a sophisticated atmosphere.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Terrasse Alizé in Montreal — 2

Terrasse Alizé

9th floor | Downtown

Highlights

Vibrant summer schedule

Rooftop pool

$$$$

Found at the Humaniti Hotel in the heart of downtown Montreal, Terrasse Alizé has taken over from Terrasse h3, inviting to a vibrant and elevated summer rooftop experience. The lush and stylish 9th floor terrace is an **urban escape above the heart of Montreal**, where you can settle down in the comfy lounge furniture or by the glittering rooftop pool, and enjoy amazing views over the downtown skyscrapers, a vibrant and fun-filled summer schedule, and indulge in a seasonal and creative menu made to share.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Pub Cartier Arms / Horizon Rooftop in Montreal — 3

Pub Cartier Arms / Horizon Rooftop

14th floor | Downtown

Highlights

Québec-British fusion

Multifaceted

$$$

Nestled in the Ville-Marie borough of Old Montreal, Hyatt Centric features a multifaceted and elevated food and beverage operation. The signature restaurant Pub Cartier Arms offers some lovely views over the first railway station built in the Canada, but things get even better up on the 14th floor, where Horizon Rooftop invites to **amazing 360° views of Montreal**. In a beautiful setting, here you can indulge in contemporary Québec-British fusion fare, paired with an great selection of handcrafted cocktails and local beers.

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Rooftop bar Montreal AIR Rooftop Terrace in Montreal — 4

AIR Rooftop Terrace

12th floor | Downtown Montreal

Highlights

Two levels

Skyline views

$$$

This sleek rooftop summer destination is set on top of the Renaissance Montreal, **right in the heart of the city**. The lower level is partially covered and home to the vibrant rooftop bar, while the upper deck is open-air and comes with both a rooftop plunge pool and panoramic views over the Montreal skyline. Surrounded with great lounge vibes, this is a prime Montreal rooftop to gather a group of friends and enjoy views, a beverage collection including signature cocktails and Californian style cuisine.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Les Enfants Terribles in Montreal — 5

Les Enfants Terribles

44th floor | Downtown

Highlights

360° views

Highest

$$$$

The local bistro chain Les Enfants Terribles can be found at several places around Quebec, but it is the one on top of the Place Ville Marie office and shopping complex you should aim for to get a truly sky-high experience. 44 floors above downton Montreal, mixing indoor and lush outdoor seating, here you are surrounded with **panoramic 360° views** over the city and river. Sleek and stylish, but with a familiar and festive atmosphere, the rooftop menu includes a large selection of comfort food, and a full bar offering everything from crafted cocktails to wines.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Nacarat in Montreal — 6

Nacarat

3rd floor | Downtown Montreal

Highlights

Cocktail heaven

Local DJs

$$$$

On the 3rd floor of hotel Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, right in downtown Montreal, you find a **heaven for any cocktail-lover**. The beautfiul Nacarat is a vibrant cocktail lounge and rooftop bar, serving a wide selection of unique and perfectly crafted creations. Add a wide range of other premium drinks and some tasty bar bites, and you have an upscale and trendy al-fresco venue, perfect for a stylish after work or a fun night out.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Terrasse William Gray in Montreal — 7

Terrasse William Gray

8th floor | Old Montreal

Highlights

Panoramic views

Weekend brunch

$$$$

Perched on top of the William Gray Hotel in the heart of Old Montreal, this is a very stylish rooftop bar, offering both a summer and winter experience.. Modern and sleek in setting, the terrace comes surrounded by **amazing panoramic views** over pretty much all of the city. With friendly service and an urban-chic vibe, Terrasse William Gray is a great Montreal rooftop destination for many occasions, be it a long and tasty weekend brunch, a sunset date or nightly lounge vibes with a group of friends.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Terrasse Nelligan in Montreal — 8

Terrasse Nelligan

5th floor | Old Montreal

Highlights

Amazing views

Weekend brunch

$$$

The **chic and swanky** Terrasse Nelligan serves some fantastic views over the Old Port, St. Lawrence River and the Notre-Dame Basilica. Among other things. Set on top of the classic Hotel Nelligan, this Montreal rooftop also offers an extensive selection of food and drinks, as lunch, dinner or just thirst-quenching drinks. Try some of the creative and well-made cocktails or the famous clear sangria, and fill up the belly with premium cuts of meat or refreshing appetizers.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Terrasse Carla in Montreal — 9

Terrasse Carla

6th floor | Chinatown

Highlights

French & Vietnamese influences

Old Montreal views

$$$

Perched on the 6th floor of the Hampton Inn Montreal Downtown, Terrasse Carla is a new addition to the Montreal rooftop scene, opening in May 2022. Found at the southern edge of Chinatown, the rooftop is a mix of sleek marble surfaces and lush vegetation, as well as covered and open-air seating. All surrounded with amazing views over the Old Montreal skyline. The rooftop offers a menu filled with **French and Vietnamese flavours**, complemented with higly creative cocktails, and trendy lounge vibes.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Perché Bar Terrasse in Montreal — 10

Perché

4th floor | Old Montreal

Highlights

Californian vibes

Lovely views

$$$

A **lush and sophisticated urban rooftop oasis**, set above the bustling Place Jacques-Cartier in Old Montreal. Reminiscent of a Californian lounge, Perché rooftop really brings a large slice of summerish vibes to Montreal. Green and colorful, here you can enjoy a warm, vibrant and welcoming ambiance, along with fresh street-food-style dishes, a global wine list and seasonal cocktails & mocktails.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Terrasse sur L’Auberge in Montreal — 11

Terrasse sur L’Auberge

5th floor | Old Montreal

Highlights

Classy & relaxed

Sunset views

$$$

Located right by the Old Port of Montreal, this is probably the best rooftop bar Montreal has to offer when it comes to **grand, historical and diverse views**. Up here you get lovely sights of the Old Port and St. Lawrence River in one direction and St. Paul Street in the other. Apart from views, the rooftop is most famous for its great selection of Sangria. Served in both glass and pitchers, you can choose from red, white, melon or bubbly.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Marcus Restaurant + Terrace in Montreal — 12

Marcus Restaurant + Terrace

3rd floor | Downtown

Highlights

Morning to night

Lush terrace

$$$$

One of Montreal’s hottest destinations to dine, drink and connect in style, created by the visionary chef Marcus Samuelsson. While the venue might not be on top of the Four Seasons Hotel Montreal, the third floor location still means great views over downtown and the iconic Leonard Cohen mural. Especially from the **lush and covered terrace**, blending with the marble-stylish interior. Taking the traditional brasserie in exciting new directions, Marcus is open from breakfast and weekend brunch, through lunch and dinner to late-night cocktails.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Taverne Atlantic in Montreal — 13

Taverne Atlantic

2nd floor | Mile-Ex

Highlights

Retro trendy

Vibrant

$$$

Taverne Atlantic brings a mix of **trendy and comfy** vibes to Montreal’s Mile Ex. Part with an Art Deco and retro inspired interior, and part with a lush and charming rooftop terrace. Chic and a bit quirky, the terrace mixes plants, bistro style seating and lawn games with beautiful views over the surroundings. Enjoy creative signature cocktails, an impressive selection beers, as well as sustainable wines and a snack style bar menu, perfect for some relaxing and sunny drinks, a date night, or a vibrant and fun late night with friends.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Club Unity in Montreal — 14

Club Unity

4th floor | Gay Village

Highlights

Nightclub + Rooftop

360° views

$$$

The tri-level Club Unity is mostly famous for being a vibrant venue where everybody are welcome to enjoy late night fun, over two dancefloors and in the VIP lounge. But we would argue that the prime spot is the top floor rooftop terrasse Montreal. Open and airy, the wooden decked rooftop has its own bar, and comes surrounded with **fantastic 360° views** over the city skyline. During the summer months, the rooftop invites for refreshing cocktails and bites in a vibrant and festive atmosphere.

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Rooftop bar Montreal Labo Culinaire - Foodlab in Montreal — 15

Labo Culinaire - Foodlab

3rd floor | Quartier des Spectacles

Highlights

Charming

Local & organic

$$$

Found at the Société des Arts Technologiques, Labo Culinaire is somewhat of a hidden **Montreal rooftop gem**, offering an inventive and local selection of cuisine and drinks. The charming third floor terrace comes filled with communal tables, and surrounded with views over the surrounding skyscrapers and the next door (and very impressive) Stratosphere. Gather for a sunny after work and enjoy an evolving menu filled with organic, local and seasonal products, complemented with a carefully curated wine list, and a creative cocktail list focused on local distilleries.

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Rikard Fredricson

Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.