Complete guide

Rooftop Bars Sydney

2024 update

From swanky rooftop lounges with Opera House views, to charming terraces overlooking the water, Sydney comes filled with elevated venues top sip and socialize. Join us as we explore the very best ones.

Country Australia

Currency Australian dollar

Best time to visit September - May

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Sydney Rooftop Guide

By:Rikard Fredricson

Updated:October 10, 2024

Sydney rooftop map

Impressive skyline and water views and (usually) a very pleasant climate: Sydney and elevated alfresco drinks are a match made in heaven. Not surprising, the city comes packed with great rooftop venues. But which are the best rooftop bars in Sydney?

This ultimate guide will help you find out, filled with all info you need about each rooftop: opening hours, dress code, pictures, location and much more. From chic rooftop bars on top of luxurious hotels, to laid-back terraces and refreshing Sydney rooftop pools, there is a sky-high venue for every time and every occasion. Just scroll down and find the Sydney rooftop bar best suited for you.

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35 best rooftop bars in Sydney

Rooftop bar Sydney Zephyr in Sydney — 1

Zephyr

12th floor | Darling Harbour

Highlights

Cocktail lounge

Darling Harbour views

$$$$

Perched on top of the five-star Hyatt Regency Sydney, Zephyr is a luxurious Sydney rooftop bar, dressed in a sleek and exclusive nautical inspired decor, and offering some **amazing waterfront views** across Sydney’s Darling Harbour. The open-air rooftop bar serves a wide range of fantastic cocktails, from classics to signatures crafted by Zephyr's mixologists, along with a seasonal menu of sharing plates. Awarded Hotel Bar of the Year several years in a row, and sunset cocktails and bites do not get much more stylish than this.

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Rooftop bar Above 319 in Sydney — 2

Above 319

14th floor | Darling Harbour

Highlights

Panoramic views

Lush lounge

$$$$

The hot and trendy Vibe Hotel does not only come with a fantastic heated rooftop pool, but also an **urban rooftop bar**, called Above 319. While the pool is exclusive to hotel guests, the lush rooftop bar is open for everyone to enjoy spectacular views over Darling Harbour and the Sydney skyline. With a sophisticated yet vibrant lounge vibe, the rooftop bar and restaurant offers a menu filled with delectable platters and an extensive selection of creative drinks.

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Rooftop bar Sydney CIRQ Bar & Lounge in Sydney — 3

CIRQ Bar & Lounge

26th floor | Barangaroo

Highlights

Luxurious

Mesmerising views

$$$$

Perched on top of the new luxurious landmark Crown Sydney in Barangaroo, CIRQ Bar & Lounge really **raises the bar for the Sydney rooftop scene**. Floating 26 floors above the waterfront, CIRQ offers a unique mix of elegant and multi-dimensional indoor and outdoor spaces, all surrounded with mesmerising views of Sydney’s Circular Quay and waterfront. Up here you can indulge in a prime selection of bespoke cocktails infused with native Australian botanicals, an extensive wine menu, as well as innovative and elevated tapas style dishes.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Bar Ombré Rooftop in Sydney — 4

Bar Ombré Rooftop

3rd floor | Circular Quay

Highlights

Riviera vibes

Harbour Bridge views

$$$

Above the hustle and bustle of Circular Quay, Bar Ombré is a **laid-back and intimate** rooftop bar, offering a perfect mix of Riviera vibes and Sydney views. Filled with lush greenery and colorful furniture, the beautiful terrace also offers some beautiful vistas, especially if you time a sunset across the Harbour Bridge. The rooftop menu is packed with Italian influnces, from house-made cheese and pizza to a dedicated spritz menu. A great option among the rooftop bars Sydney to gather with some friends for casual bites and drinks.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Corridor in Sydney — 5

Corridor

2nd floor | Newton

Highlights

Rooftop beer garden

Cocktail bar

$$$

Found right in the middle of the buzzing King Street in Newtown, Corridor is a cosy neighbourhood-feel bar, complete with a **relaxing and sunny rooftop beer garden**. Famous for their fantastic coktails, made to perfection by the very friendly bar staff, Corridor offers both old favourites and creative new ones. There is also a nice selection of wines, craft brews, and juicy burger options. A bit of a hidden gem, this is a great rooftop for after work drinks and happy hour fun.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Cafe del Mar in Sydney — 6

Café del Mar Sydney

2nd floor | Darling Harbour

Highlights

Darling Harbor views

Beach club vibes

$$$$

A luxurious rooftop bar that brings **a slice of Ibiza** right to Darling Harbor and the heart of the city. Both restaurant and rooftop terrace, up here you get a beautiful view of the Sydney skyline and the waters of Darling Harbor. With modern and comfy lounge furniture, blue and white shades and a cool outdoor bar, the beach club vibe is obvious. From the rooftop bar you can order Mediterranean influenced tapas along with crafted cocktails and a large selection of wines and bubbles. A prime spot for casual dining and after work drinks, as well as weekend DJ sessions.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Lady Banks Rooftop in Sydney — 7

Lady Banks Rooftop

10th floor | Bankstown

Highlights

360° views

Multi-seasonal sanctuary

$$$

Located on top of Flinders Centre in Bankstown, Lady Banks Rooftop is a modern, vibrant and exciting destination, and also **the biggest rooftop bar in Sydney**. Dressed in a neutral and elegant suit, the rooftop mixes an interior lounge with a spacious outdoor terrace, surrounded with amazing 360° views over Sydney. Impressive in size and setting, Lady Banks also offers an impressive selection of food and drinks, from a contemporary selection of dishes with sharing in mind, to a wide selection of hand-picked wines, specially-crafted cocktails, as well in-house brewed beer.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Harbour View Hotel in Sydney — 8

Harbour View Hotel

3rd floor | The Rocks

Highlights

Old-school hospitality

Harbour Bridge views

$$$

Found at the southern end of the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, Harbour View Hotel invites to **old-school hospitality, fabulous food and excellent cocktails** over 3 floors. The charming venue holds a downstairs sports bar, second floor function rooms, and best of all, a stylish top floor restaurant, rooftop cocktail bar and terrace. With views over the harbour, and the majestic Harbour Bridge so close you can almost touch it, here you can enjoy both upscale dishes and more classic pub food, as well as a wide selection of wines, crafted signature cocktails and plenty of brews.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Sweethearts Rooftop in Sydney — 9

Sweethearts Rooftop

5th floor | Potts Point

Highlights

Signature cocktails

Mexican cantina

$$$

On top of Potts Point Hotel, close to Kings Cross Station, you find the casual, fun and trendy Sweethearts Rooftop. **Urban chic and vibrant** in feel and decor, with a mix of picninc tables, bar tables, string lights and plants, this is a great Sydney rooftop bar for nice tunes and good times. The rooftop bar serves a colorful mix of Mexican food, Sweethearts signature cocktails, brews on tap and tequila flights. Come for vibrant drinks any night, or fiesta weekends.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Kasbah at The Strand Hotel in Sydney — 10

Kasbah at The Strand Hotel

4th floor | Potts Point

Highlights

Mediterranean-inspired

Skyline views

$$$$

Standing strong for 99 years, The Strand Hotel is an iconic part of the Darlinghurst neighborhood, but a recent change of owners and renovations means a fresh new experience, including a **Mediterranean-inspired rooftop bar** called Kasbah. Surrounded by views over the downtown Sydney skyline, here you can indulge in adventurous cocktails, crisp craft beers, natural wines and French-Moroccan dishes perfect to share, served with sounds of Balearic funk and soul in the background.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Old Mate’s Place in Sydney — 11

Old Mate’s Place

4th floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Speakeasy-style

Cocktail bar

$$$

A bit hard to find, but well worth the search, Old Mate’s Place is a speakeasy-style rooftop bar, hidden in a run-down office building in the heart of Sydney. Set over two levels, the intimate upper floor open-air rooftop is surrounded with lush plants and cool views over the city. The rooftop menu does include beer and wine, but Old Mate’s Place is really **a venue for cocktails**. Creative and crafted to perfection, you will probably find your old favourite, but should probably try something new from the ever-changing list of signatures.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Slims Rooftop in Sydney — 12

Slims Rooftop

4th floor | Darlinghurst

Highlights

Amazing views

Colorful rooftop oasis

$$$

The top floor cherry-in-the-cake of the happening Hyde Park House is an **orange and pink rooftop oasis**, offering fantastic views over the Hyde Park, as well as uninterrupted vistas of the CBD skyline. Filled with tropical greenery, Slims Rooftop is open daily for lunch, dinner and drinks in between. Indulge in Asian fusion izakaya-style dishes made to share, along with creative signature and classic cocktails, as well as a slim but fine selection of wine, champagne and beer on tap.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Glenmore in Sydney — 13

The Glenmore

3rd floor | The Rocks

Highlights

Opera House views

Retractable roof

$$$

A real Sydney classic, built in 1921 and last renovated in 2012 it comes in an old colonial English tradition with a modern touch. The three level establishment has the real gem up top, the rooftop bar where you get an unbeatable **panoramic view of Sydney Harbour**, the Sydney skyline and the Opera House. Modern and fun pub-style rooftop bar, perfect for relaxing drinks and bites in a casual but vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a mighty impressive beer list, well made cocktails in both glasses and jugs along with bar bites and more filling gastro pub eats.

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Rooftop bar Taphouse Sydney Rooftop in Sydney — 14

Taphouse Sydney Rooftop

3rd floor | Darlinghurst

Highlights

Urban oasis

'Taps, tunes & Chinese'

$$$

After a refresh, Taphouse Sydney is back in the heart of Darlinghurst, offering **taps, tunes and Chinese** over three levels. The earthy and intimate interior main bar leads up to the bright, blue-and-white rooftop terrace, equipped with a retractable roof and cool views over the bustling streets of Darlinghurst. The rooftop menu features classic Cantonese dishes made perfect to share, as well as 20 plus taps, and a nice range of wines and cocktails.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Rooftop Sydney — 15

The Rooftop Sydney

4th floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Hamptons-inspired

Retractable roof

$$$

Modern and stylish rooftop bar, perched on top of the Shelbourne Hotel, right by the Pyrmont Footbridge. Up here you can enjoy alfresco sunset drinks, relaxed rooftop dining, music and **great views over Darling Harbour**. Bright and warm in decoration, taking inspiration from the Hamptons, the terrace has a nice garden-feel and also comes with a retractable roof, open for sunny summer drinks and closed if the weather turns to the worse. Sophisticated, relaxed and friendly in vibe, the rooftop bar offers both crafted signature cocktails and a food menu that's all about sharing.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Untied Sydney — 16

Untied

4th floor | Barangaroo

Highlights

Tropical oasis

Weekend brunch

$$$

Untied Barangaroo is a modern Australian rooftop, taking inspiration from the lush rainforests of North Queensland. Bright, refreshing and chic in decoration, with lush greenery and vivid colours, the rooftop mixes laid back vibes with sophistication and quality. The rooftop menu aims to be **a reflection of modern Australia**, offering tropical cocktails, colourful sharing foods, contemporary BBQ dishes and plant-based options. Visit for tropical rooftop vibes and drinks just about anytime, or the weekend 'Brunch with Soul', and 'Vegan Bottomless Brunch'.

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Rooftop bar Sydney East Village Sydney in Sydney — 17

East Village Sydney

3rd floor | Darlinghurst

Highlights

Year-round

Amazing views

$$$

Found in the heart of Darlinghurst, East Village Sydney offers three floors of (very diverse) fun, where the true gem is the East Village Terrace Rooftop. **Open year-round**, the rooftop changes by the season, offering a bright, colorful and Mediterranean setting during the warmer months, turning into a cosy garden during winter. The amazing views over the Sydney skyline are however always included. Enjoy modern and fresh dishes that are made perfect to share, as well as tasty signature cocktails and a great selection of hand-picked wines.

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Rooftop bar The Light Brigade Hotel in Sydney — 18

The Light Brigade

4th floor | Paddington

Highlights

Relaxed

Panoramic views

$$$

A terrace bar in Sydney only situated on the 4th floor, but still at an altiutude of **83 meters above sea level**, resulting in spectacular views of the Sydney skyline. Located in Paddington, The Light Brigade comes with 4 different settings over 4 floors. With sports bar/pub, casual bistro and Art Deco cocktail bar below, the rooftop bar is a relaxed venue, perfect for long hours in the sun. Decorated with stylish lounge furniture, here you can enjoy signature wood-fire pizzas along with a pretty basic list of classic cocktails, beers and some wines.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Butler Sydney — 19

The Butler

2nd floor | Potts Point

Highlights

Amazing views

Ibero-American influenced

$$$

The very charming and stylish The Butler in Potts Points might not look like to much from the outside, but behind the entrance you find a large, leafy terrace that offers highly impressive **panoramic views over the Sydney skyline**. Open daily for dinner, and most days also for lunch, The Butler serves an exciting Ibero-American influenced food menu, as well as a creative selection of cocktails. With a lovely and intimate atmosphere, The Butler is a fantastic Sydney rooftop for a long lunch in the sun, a date night, or just a Spiced Orange Espresso Martini while enjoying the view.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Old Clare Hotel in Sydney — 20

The Old Clare Hotel

4th floor | Chippendale

Highlights

Rooftop pool

Relaxed

$$$$

Inviting to a beautiful space where you can escape the clamour of the city, The Old Clare Hotel comes with a wooden decked, glass-enclosed and very stylish rooftop oasis. While the main feature, a **14 meter rooftop pool**, is only for guests staying at the hotel, the rooftop bar welcomes all. A great spot to mix relaxing vibes and fantastic views with eastern-Mediterranean-influenced bites and creative cocktails from the A1 Canteen menu.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Henry Deane at Hotel Palisade in Sydney — 21

Henry Deane at Hotel Palisade

6th floor | Millers Point

Highlights

Amazing views

Contemporary cocktail lounge

$$$$

Perched on top of Hotel Palisade in Millers Point, Henry Deane is a **contemporary rooftop cocktail lounge**, offering amazing views over both the Sydney skyline and the surrounding harbour. A stylish choice among the rooftop bars Sydney has to offer, filled with plush lounges and marble everywhere, and a menu just about as stylish. From small and large dishes made to share, to a great selection of crafted signature cocktails and an extensive wine list.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Nick & Nora's in Sydney — 22

Nick & Nora's

26th floor | Parramatta

Highlights

Panoramic views

Luxurious

$$$$

Found in the suburb of Parramatta, Nick & Nora's serves up some **fantastic views** over the Sydney harbour and skyline, as well as over the Blue Mountains. Grand vistas are however far from the only reason to visit this stylish rooftop. Perched on the 26th floor, the beautiful venue comes dressed in a glamorous art deco suite, taking inspiration from to the roaring 30s. The rooftop menu includes an extensive selection of creative cocktails, 50+ champagnes from the world’s most renowned houses and an impressive back bar of whiskies, cognacs and world class spirits.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Above 8 Rooftop Bar in Sydney — 23

Above 8 Rooftop Bar

9th floor | Hurtsville

Highlights

Curated cocktails

Panoramic views

$$$

Found in Hurtsville, between the city and the shire, the **modern and sparkling** Above 8 Rooftop Bar & Lounge mixes a chic indoor lounge with a lovely open-air terrace. To unrivalled views of Sydney, here you can indulge in crafted signature and classic cocktails with added flair and drama, hand-picked boutique wines, as well as savory small plates and artisan, hand-stretched pizzas. A fantastic setting to enjoy elevated, social and contemporary dining and drinking with a group of friends.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Smoke Bar at Barangaroo House in Sydney — 24

Smoke Bar at Barangaroo House

3rd floor | Barangaroo

Highlights

Cocktail lounge

Sydney sunsets

$$$$

Found by the harbour at Barangaroo, Smoke Bar is **stylish and sophisticated** waterfront rooftop cocktail bar, aiming to bring a slice of LA and NYC vibes to the heart of Sydney. Perched on top of the striking Barangaroo House, the wooden decked terrace offers smashing views over the harbour, and it is a prime spot for Sydney sunsets. With a menu filled with everything from wagyu skewers and signature crispy chips with smoked celery salt, to adventurous cocktails and a hand-picked wine list, this is a rooftop great for the taste buds.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Zeta Bar in Sydney — 25

Zeta Bar

4th floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Mixologist cocktails

Stylish

$$$$

A stylish, sophisticated and **chic cocktail bar**, located at the Sydney Hilton's rooftop terrace with spectacular views of downtown Sydney and the Queen Victoria Building directly opposite. Although fine in decor, what really makes Zeta rooftop bar stand out is the fantastic selection of cocktails. Progressive and internationally acclaimed for their creations, the cocktails are very creative, quite pricy, both worth every penny. Usually a perfect spot for sophisticated and relaxing drinks, weekend nights means live music and Saturday night full on night club.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Upper Bar in Sydney — 26

The Upper Bar

7th floor | Double Bay

Highlights

Breathtaking views

Rooftop pool

$$$$

The luxurious InterContinental Sydney Double Bay offers a stylish and iconic rooftop experience, including bar, lounge and pool. While the rooftop pool is exclusive to hotel guests, all are welcome to enjoy elevated afternoons and evenings at The Upper Bar. Surrounded with **breathtaking harbour views**, this modern outdoor room blends bistro tables and comfy cabanas with a sleek bar, where you can indulge in exceptional food and beverage offerings. From signature cocktails, handpicked wines and bubbles, to tasty small plates perfect to share.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Coogee Pavilion in Sydney — 27

Coogee Pavilion

3rd floor | Coogee

Highlights

Large terrace

Ocean views

$$$

A large and happening place, located right off Coogee Beach. Not only does it have **a rooftop with four different bars** and a huge wrap-around balcony, but also a great downstairs restaurant. While the downstairs is a very family friendly venue, the upstairs rooftop is an adults only zone. From the spectacular terrace you get a magical view of the Australian coastline and the nearby surroundings. Modern, lush and bright in decor, here you can enjoy great Eastern Mediterranean food, a large selection of beer and wines along with excotic and fresh cocktails.

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Rooftop bar Babylon Rooftop in Sydney — 28

Babylon Rooftop

7th floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Middle Eastern inspired

Bar & restaurant

$$$$

Perched on top of the Westfield Sydney shopping mall, Babylon Rooftop is a 1200sqm rooftop restaurant and bar, packed with both **Middle Eastern inspired looks and tastes**. With a restaurant, two large bars, a wood-fired kitchen, and a large outdoor terrace, the rooftop comes surrounded with majestic views over the surrounding CBD skyscrapers. Here you can enjoy a menu inspired by the rich and flavourful Levantine cuisine of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean, as well as signature cocktails, a 200+ whisky offering and a fine wine selection.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Royal Hotel – Paddington in Sydney — 29

Royal Hotel Paddington

4th floor | Paddington

Highlights

Sunset views

Local feel

$$$

A multi-level and multi-space establishment located in Paddington. With sports bar and pub on the ground floor and gastro pub on second floor, the real gem is the 3rd and 4th floor **cocktail bar** Elephant Bar & Rooftop. Small but very stylish rooftop that offers fantastic views over the eastern suburbs of Sydney and all the way to the skyline. The decor feels somewhat like an English garden and this is a great place for relaxing and sunny drinks with some friends. Enjoy well crafted signature and classic cocktails and table service on weekends.

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Rooftop bar Keg & Brew in Sydney — 30

Keg & Brew

4th floor | Surry Hills

Highlights

Skyline views

Pizza

$$$

Found in a heritage-listed building in Surry Hills, the Keg & Brew go way back as a popular pub, but a recent refurbish means it now also offers a spacious open-air rooftop. Here you can watch sweeping views over the city skyline, but also all the sports action on a **giant-sized television screen**. The downstairs restaurant offers more classic pub-food, while the rooftop focuses on pizza, a wide range of beers, wines by the glass and bottle and $25 cocktail jugs.

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Rooftop bar Sydney New Brighton Hotel in Sydney — 31

New Brighton Hotel

4th floor | Manly

Highlights

Ocean views

Roof garden

$$$

From the rooftop bar at New Brighton Hotel in Manly, you get a lovely view of Manly Corso, Manly Beach and all the way to Shelley Beach. Top spot for saoking up sun while enjoying food and drinks. The large Rooftop Garden Bar comes in a nice **beachside vibe and decor**, decorated with regular and Balinese day beds, private cabanas, basket chairs and bar stools. Here you can enjoy well made cocktails, a large selection of craft beer & cider and some tasty finger food. Below the rooftop you also find 3 other bars.

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Rooftop bar Sydney O Bar and Dining in Sydney — 32

O Bar and Dining

47th floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Revolving

360° views

$$$$

Floating 47 floors above the heart of Sydney CBD, the luxurious O Bar and Dining offers a unique and elevated setting. Circular and slowly rotating, the rooftop presents **panoramic 360° views**, stretching over the city skyline, harbour and beyond. Here you can indulge in celebrated chef and owner Michael Moore's seasonal creations, as well as an awarded wine list, over 400 meticulously curated spirits, and creative signature cocktails. All you need for a sky-high and unforgettable Sydney evening.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Websters Bar in Sydney — 33

Websters Bar

3rd floor | Newton

Highlights

Whiskey bar

Sunset views

$$$

Three floors up you'll find this **rustic beauty** called Websters Rooftop Bar. Located in Newton, Websters Bar is, like many other in Sydney, a several floor establishment. Here you find the ground floor King St Bar & Restaurant, the second floor Bourbon Bar & Grill and up top the rooftop bar. Open from morning to late at night, the rooftop bar serves a great selection of well made classic pub dishes along with crafted beers and a nice selection of wines. The most impressive menu is however the whisky-list, with over 600 different blends.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Governor's Rooftop in Sydney — 34

The Governor's Rooftop

4th floor | Macquarie Park

Highlights

Spacious rooftop garden

Bottomless brunch

$$$

Found in Macquarie Park in Sydney’s north-west, The Governor Hotel is a vibrant four-level venue, offering a diverse range of spaces to eat, drink and socialise. From the ground level bistro and bar, up to a spacious top floor rooftop garden, called The Governor's Rooftop. Surrounded with lovely 360° views, the urban-chic and **sundrenched rooftop** is great place to escape for sunset drinks and afternoon knock-offs just about anytime, but it does really turn up the heat during weekends, with nightly live DJs and the Saturday & Sunday 'Gov’s Brunch & Bottomless Cocktails'.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Helm Bar & Bistro in Sydney — 35

Helm Bar & Bistro

2nd floor | Darling Harbour

Highlights

Casual dining & drinking

Darling Harbour views

$$$

Helm Bar & Bistro is a spacious and multi-level venue, serving **a casual dining and drinking experience** right on the water in Cockle Bay’s lively entertainment precinct. Nautical themed to blend perfectly with the surroundings, there is both a Lower Deck beer garden and an Upper Deck rooftop terrace, where you get some lovely views over Darling Harbour. Serving a fresh, diverse and modern selection of food and drinks, Helm is a great Sydney rooftop bar for everything from a sunny lunch with water views to a vibrant afterwork.

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Other great Sydney rooftop options

Just outside the top list, these elevated spots are also well worth checking out for drinks with a view.

Rooftop bar Sydney Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel in Sydney — Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

2nd floor | Watsons Bay

Highlights

Beach club

Ocean views

$$$

Breakfast with a view, bottomless lunches, casual catch ups and beach club vibes.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Ching-a-lings in Sydney — Ching-a-lings

2nd floor | Darlinghurst

Highlights

Live DJs

Hidden gem

$$

Urban, vibrant and New York loft style bar with a rooftop deck.

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Rooftop bar Sydney SoCal in Sydney — SoCal

2nd floor | Neutral Bay

Highlights

California vibes

Acoustic weekend sessions

$$$

Southern Californian restaurant and rooftop bar in the heart of Sydney's North Shore.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Bridgeview Hotel in Sydney — Bridgeview Hotel

2nd floor | Willoughby

Highlights

Rooftop garden

Sports bar

$$$

Great value pub with spacious and leafy outdoor roof terrace, located in Willoughby.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Hotel Sweeney's in Sydney — Hotel Sweeney's

3rd floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Rotating crafted beers

Easy going

$$

Craft beer garden with relaxing atmosphere and skyline views.

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Rooftop bar Sydney Ivy Pool Club in Sydney — Ivy Pool Club

4th floor | Sydney CBD

Highlights

Italian coatsline-feel

Rooftop pool

$$$$

Luxurious escape in the middle of Sydney’s CBD, offering a little slice of heaven inspired by the Italian coastline.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Golden Sheaf in Sydney — The Golden Sheaf

2nd floor | Double Bay

Highlights

Vibrant atmosphere

Pop-up bars

$$$

An iconic and vibrant escape in the heart of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.

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Rooftop bar Sydney The Strawberry in Sydney — The Strawberry

3rd floor | Surry Hills

Highlights

Cheerful

Beer garden

$$

Bustling venue set in the heart of Surry Hills, with a relaxing rooftop courtyard.

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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.