Filled with gastronomy, drinks and a vibrant cultural scene, Belgium is a great destination on sea level. But even better if you mix it all with some grand views.
We will guide you to the top rooftop bars in Belgium, from Brussels to Bruges, from brewerey rooftops to elevated cocktail lounges.
Here's out selection of the 10 best Belgium rooftop bars.
Found just outside Watou, in the heart of the West Flemish hop distric, Bar Bernard is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves beers and views.
Part of St. Bernardus Brewery, the spacious, chic and airy rooftop has plenty of both interior and outdoor seating, all surrounded with spectacular 360° views of the countryside around Watou.
If you take a brewery tour, the rooftop is the finishing point and where the beer tastings take place. But you can also visit without a tour, as Bar Bernard welcomes everyone to enjoy drinks and bites with a view from Wednesday to Sunday.
You should of course try one (or several) of St. Bernardus special top-fermented dark and light beers, but the menu also includes options from Weihenstephan and Kazematten Brewery, as well as a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages, wines and spirits.
Food-wise, you find generous portions of dishes inspired by the flavours in the brewery, made perfect to share, and perfect to pair it with one of the beers.
In the heart of Brussels, on the rooftop of the JAM Hotel, Perché invites to a trendy and unique setting.
Open year-round, the multi-level rooftop comes with an indoor fireplace, an outdoor swimming pool and some amazing view over Brussels.
Equipped with a wide range of viewpoints and seating options, from a long community bench to small armchairs, Perché is a prime spot to enjoy relaxing drinks with a view.
The rooftop bar serves a fine selection of crafted signature cocktails, as well as hot & cold drinks, spritzers, sparkling, wine and bottled beer. There is also a small selection of food perfect to share.
On top of the fabulous YUST Antwerp in Berchem, you find a summer hot-spot to enjoy Antwerp from above.
The YUST Rooftop is a lush, colorful and contemporary space, offering fantastic views of the city.
Up here you can enjoy a perfect mix of creative cocktails & juicy wine, paired with fresh and well-made bites.
Working on a first come first served basis, you can just swing by and check out the views. Or visit for one of the rooftop events, like 'Groove & Grapes' and 'Rooftop Cinema'.
The Neo-Gothic old central post office in Liège was during 2021 reopened as La Grand Poste, a modern coworking space, food hall, craft brewerey and rooftop.
The trendy second floor terrace features both indoor and outdoor space, and is open daily from early April to late September.
Surrounded by panoramic views over the Meuse and the city, the rooftop offers everything from coffee and frozen spritz, to a pop-up ultra gourmet concept.
Expect plenty of parties and events, taking any Liège summer day or night to new heights.
For cocktails, beers and food with a view, every day is a good day to head up to the 8th floor of the Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre.
Here you find The Eight Rooftop, a rooftop cocktail bar floating above the heart of the city, offering both charming interior seating and spots on the breezy outdoor terrace.
Overlooking the Grand Place and the Palais de Justice, the rooftop serves a menu that includes a wide selection of creative signature cocktails and classics, as well as craft beers, premium spirits and a nice array of bar bites.
Open sevend days a week and year-round, The Eight Rooftop comes with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, from sunset sips to starlight experiences.
At the Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Gent in the city center, you can enjoy vibrant dining and drinks at the interior Yalo Restaurant & Bar all year round.
During summer however, you can take the fun up to the 6th floor, where Yalo Rooftop Bar invites to a chill and stylish setting with impressive views over Ghent.
Featuring both an open bar and kitchen, the rooftop serves crafted cocktails, refreshing drinks and a delicious selection of street food.
From sunny lunches to cool after works and elevated evenings, Yalo Rooftop Bar is a unique Ghent venue to connect and unwind.
Found opposite St. Salvator's Cathedral in Brugges, ODA Rooftop Bar is a hidden gem, and the place to go if you want to enjoy the city from above.
Modern and comfy, the rooftop features both interior seating and an impressive outdoor terrace, offering great views over the cathedral and the city rooftops.
Restaurant & bar, ODA offers a drink selection ranging from signature and classic cocktails, to a large array of beers and wine.
Food-wise, there's bites and pinsa, as well as shareables like 'Mongolian Beef' and 'Entrecote'.
Reserevations are avialable for inside dining, but for drinks or visits on the outside terrace, ODA Rooftop Bar is first come, first served.
Black Smoke bring some serious BBQ’ing to the heart of Antwerp, and shows off with a bar, a BBQ restaurant and a rooftop bar.
The urban 6th floor rooftop terrace is open from May to October, and offers an amazing 360-degree view of the city.
Up here you find a full-service bar, offering great cocktails and beers from De Koninck and Brewery Duvel-Moortgat. BBQ inspired dishes and snacks are during weekends also served as Saturday lunch and Sunday brunch.
Visit for breezy bites and drinks, or sunset DJ sessions. And just head on up, as the Black Smoke rooftop is first come, first served.
Nestled in lush greenery at Quatre Bras de Tervuren in Kraainem, on the border of the Brussels region, Soko Rooftop is a refined rooftop with amazing views over the Sonian Forest.
Located away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the charming 11th floor rooftop terrace is open from around middle of May to the end of September, and comes with a buzzing yet relaxing atmosphere.
Here you can enjoy a menu filled with crafted cocktails, refreshing aperitifs, a nice selection of beers and wines, as well as tasty fusion bites, from bao buns to skewers.
Visit for an elevated after-work with colleagues or a quick get-togethers with friends. Just remember to make reservations.
Just as in Antwerp, the YUST Liege offers a sparkling rooftop destination.
With an incredible view of Liège-Guillemins, YUST Rooftop invites to summer fun, on its spacious and dual-level terrace.
The rooftop menu features refreshing cocktails & mocktails, wine & beer, and a selection of snacks. All you need for relaxing sessions in the sun.
The rooftop works on a first come, first served basis. And since it's all outdoors, it's has to close if the weather is to bad.
Hans has visited over 500 rooftop bars, 200 rooftop pools and 300 rooftop restaurants since 2015. This vast experience has made Hans a true rooftop expert, and one of the most knowledgeable in the field. Today, numerous of travel magazines, bloggers and media websites contact Hans to get his expertise on rooftops.
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