A city that almost has NYE in the name, Sydney is pretty much destined to be one of the prime spots in the world for an end-of-the-year party. To make sure it is an elevated celebration, this list will guide you to the best NYE rooftops in Sydney.
Enjoy plenty of sky-high vibes, premium beverage packages, and watch as 2024 come to an end with views over the amazing New Year's Eve fireworks Sydney put on display.
Perched on top of the impressive Hyatt Regency Sydney, Zephyr is an equally impressive and sleek rooftop cocktail bar, with amazing waterfront views across Darling Harbour.
Awarded Hotel Bar of the Year several years in a row, it's easy to tell that this nautical inspired and luxurious rooftop is something out of the ordinary.
For a New Year's out of the ordinary, visit Zephyr on December 31st, when they will host a dazzling NYE harbourside party to welcome 2025 with a sky high celebration.
The night will include glistening rooftop views, live entertainment from a DJ and saxophone player, an abundance of exquisite canapés, extravagant grazing table, and a 4.5 hour beverage package with premium sparkling, wine, beer and soft drinks.
Pre-purchase required, and tickets to this premium and dazzling celebration can be found here.
ZEPHYR
Perched on top of Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour, Above 319 invites to a lush and urban rooftop hideaway, surrounded by spectacular views over the iconic Sydney skyline and the waters of Darling Harbour.
In a sophisticated yet vibrant atmosphere, here you can enjoy everything from relaxing sips in the sun, to fun after-work drinks and evening nibbles under the stars.
During the last evening of 2024, the stars will be complemented with the Sydney NYE fireworks, and Above 319 will throw a grand party where you can dance your way into 2025.
Starting at 8pm, the evening includes 10-piece roving canapés & drinks from 8-10pm, unlimited fresh pizza by the slice from 11pm, sparkling toast at midnight, and DJ spinning all night long.
This event is a no reserved seating, so get ready to mingle and party, by securing your tickets right here.
ABOVE 319
Floating 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 views, especially if you manage to time a sunset across the Harbour Bridge.
But for one night, maybe skip the sunset, and instead focus on the birds-eye view of Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks that Bar Ombré will offer, during its smashing NYE rooftop party.
Amid all the NYE action, here you can ring in the new year with an overflow of Italian-inspired grazing goodies & canapés, 3-hour beverage package, a signature cocktail on arrival, and non-stop live entertainment by DJ Def Rok.
Rise above the crowd and say ‘Benvenuto’ to 2024. Get your tickets right here.
BAR OMBRE
The Glenmore Hotel is a real Sydney classic, built in 1921. Set over three levels, the true gem of the venue is the top floor rooftop bar, where you get an unbeatable panoramic view of Sydney Harbour, the Sydney skyline and the Opera House.
These stunning views of course makes the Glenmore the perfect place to watch Sydney's famous Opera House New Year's Eve fireworks.
To end 2024 in style, the Glenmore will host a swanky lounge and rooftop cocktail party, including deluxe roaming canapes, live entertainment all night long, a 4 hour deluxe beverage package, tarot card readers, silent disco, and a glass of champagne on arrival and at midnight.
Tickets will give you access to two levels, both lounge level and the stunning rooftop, and can be found here.
THE GLENMORE
Floating 26 floors above the waterfront, on top of the luxurious Crown Sydney in Barangaroo, CIRQ Bar & Lounge offers a unique mix of elegant and multi-dimensional indoor and outdoor spaces.
Surrounded with mesmerising views of Sydney’s Circular Quay and waterfront, this upscale and elevated venue is always a prime spot for truly special days and nights high above Sydney. But maybe even more so during the last night of the year.
Inviting to an mesmerizing Masquerade New Year's Eve Soiree, filled with opulence and mystery, the evening includes bountiful food stations, roving gourmet canapés, endless champagne flowing throughout the night, as well as live entertainment.
Don your most enchanting masks, revel in the breathtaking views of Sydney's skyline as it lights up from the fireworks, and end 2024 in an atmosphere of exclusive glamour.
Tickets, which are $650 per person, can be found here.
CIRQ
Located in the buzzing Barangaroo, Untied is truly an elevated inner city oasis, taking inspiration from the lush rainforests of North Queensland.
Bright, refreshing and chic, the rooftop mixes laid back vibes with sophistication and quality, and Sydney sunshine with harbour views.
To celebrate New Year’s Eve and welcome 2025, Untied will host a Rooftop Frose Party that you won’t want to miss.
Enjoy 4-hours of Frosé Your Way, beers & wine and 10-piece roaming canapes, along with an epic set from DJ Ilka that you can sing your lungs out to.
The cocktail-style event has standing room only, with limited tables available for first in, best dressed. Book and get all the info right here.
UNTIED
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.
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