Florence Rooftop Bars: 16 Best Picks for 2025

Overview:The Loggia Roof Bar, built from the loggia on the top floor of the building, is the pride of Hotel Palazzo Guadagni. The terrace is decorated with classic lounge furniture and an abundance of history and elegance, which goes for all of the beautiful 16th century building.

View:Magnificent over the Bellosguardo Tower, the Boboli Gardens, the Church of Santo Spirito and the Florentine Hills.

Menu:Crafted signature cocktails and classics, Tuscan wines, aperitivo bites, and a lunch menu with Italian dishes.

Price:Cocktails: €15

Why visit:For a romantic al fresco night in an authentic, harmonious and beautiful setting.

Our insider tip

• Try the 'Gold Negroni', a summer variation on the classic drink.
• One of few rooftops on the "other" side of the Arno.

Overview:Set on top of the fantastic Hotel Calimala, right in the heart of Florence, you find this lovely, multi-level rooftop oasis, integrating indoor restaurant with outdoor terraces.

View:From the lush rooftop terrace you get a fantastic 360º view over Florence.

Menu:Enjoy food filled with Mediterranean influences, combining the best of Italian tradition with international flavors, signature and classic cocktails crafted to perfection, as well as a fine selection of wines.

Price:Cocktails: €17.5

Why visit:For a sunny lunch, charming and social sunset aperitivos, or a special and intimate dinner.

Our insider tip

• Angel is a year-round venue.

Overview:Located on the top floor of the medieval Consorti tower at the Hotel Continentale, La Terrazza is a modern venue with an historical frame.

View:From lounge sofa running all along the edge, you can enjoy fabolous views of of the Arno, as well as many other of the historic buildings.

Menu:Choose from a large selection of Italian bubbles and wines, along with well crafted sparkling and signature cocktails.

Price:Cocktails: €22

Why visit:For sunset sips in a sophisitcated and luxurious atmosphere.

Our insider tip

• Reservations are possible, but note that there is a cost of €35 per person (which includes a glass of wine or a cocktail).

Overview:Blessed with a premium location, Hotel degli Orafi also holds a premium and panoramic rooftop bar, called DISOPRA. Part stylish indoor lounge with panoramic windows, and part outdoor rooftop garden, it's open for all to enjoy from lunch to late evening.

View:Lovely views over Florence, with the famous Duomo as a central focal point.

Menu:Enjoy a stylish light lunch, an 'AperiView', or wine tasting with selections from the family vineyard, Ormanni.

Price:AperiView: €40

Why visit:For fine and relaxing drinks and bites in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Our insider tip

• Make reservations for the 'AperiView' and wine tasting.

Overview:Opened summer 2025, Cosimo Rooftop Restaurant & Bar is a new Florence rooftop destination with a classic and iconic location, taking over the top floor at The Westin Excelsior from the fantastic SE·STO on Arno.

View:Surrounded by a magical view over the entire Florence.

Menu:The Cosimo menu features dishes that reimagines regional flavors with a modern spirit, complemented with elevated bites and crafted cocktails paying tribute to the women of the Medici family.

Price:Cocktails: €28

Why visit:Refined and luxurious, Cosimo is made for special moments.

Our insider tip

• Reservations are highly recommended if you plan to eat, but not required for the bar area.

Overview:Dressed like an upscale rooftop garden, Aria Rooftop by Iside De Cesare invites to an elevated and elegant journey above Florence.

View:Complete 360° views over Florence, including the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio and Medici Chapels.

Menu:Refined drink list, including signature cocktails inspired by the myths, skies, and timeless art of Florencegastronomic, complemented with gastronomic delights by Chef Iside de Cesare.

Price:Cocktails: €22

Why visit:To enjoy a Florence aperitivo out of the ordinary.

Our insider tip

• Open nightly from May to November.
• Reservations are not mandatory, but recommended.

Overview:Up on the 6th floor of the fantastic Grand Hotel Cavour you find the contemporary rooftop bar Divina Terrazza.

View:Breathtaking over the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Palazzo Vechhio.

Menu:Innovative and classic cocktails made by skilled mixologists, the finest wine labels, and some tasty snacks.

Price:Cocktails: €18

Why visit:Stylish and romantic in setting and vibe, this is a prime spot for a fine nightly cocktail.

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• Open year round, thanks to heating lamps and covering.

Overview:With a prime postion right next to Ponte Santa Trinita and Arno, the beautiful family hotel Antica Torre Tornabuoni offers a fantastic selection of rooftop terraces. Some exclusive to hotel guests, but the newly renovated TornaB panoramic bar is open to all (by reservation).

View:Amazing 360° view over Florence.

Menu:The rooftop bar offers crafted cocktails and aperitivos, as well as light lunch options.

Price:Cocktails: ~€18

Why visit:For intimate and exclusive drinks with superb sunset views.

Our insider tip

• Guest staying at the hotel can enjoy a great breakfast with a view, including seasonal specialties from Tuscany.
• Don't miss the stairs up to the very top floor terrace, offering a completely different view.

Overview:Perched on top of the Hotel Medici, right in the very hearth of Florence, View on Art Rooftop Cocktail Bar mixes a casual setting with some truly grand views.

View:Close-up views of Brunelleschi’s distinctive dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower, continuing out over the Florence rooftops.

Menu:A wide selection of wines and refreshing cocktails, as well as both Italian and international bites.

Price:Cocktails: €13

Why visit:For chill-out drinks with prime views.

Our insider tip

• Visit early if you want the really relaxed experience. Towards sunset, the rooftop is usually very busy.

Overview:A spacious and lovely rooftop bar and restaurant perched on top of Hotel Kraft, located in a quiet residential area of Florence, close to Santa Maria Novella and the River Arno.

View:Outstanding view over the whole of Florence, and especially over the old town.

Menu:A large menu of fresh and well made food, mainly Italian, apertivo, specialty cocktails and a large selection of martini cocktails.

Price:Cocktails: €14

Why visit:For a sunny lunch, relaxing afternoon cocktails in the sun, or a romantic dinner.

Our insider tip

• Stay at the hotel and enjoy the fantastic rooftop pool and breakfast on the terrace.

Overview:Inspired by historical English clubs, the intimate 701 Rooftop Bar features a warm interior lounge, leading out to two outdoor terraces.

View:Here you can admire the Duomo, the Giotto Tower, and Palazzo Vecchio.

Menu:Crafted classic cocktails and signatures flirting with the classics, Gin Tonic experiences, and a selection of 'Duchesse', soft milk bread rolls with gourmet fillings.

Price:Cocktails: €22

Why visit:For elegant and intimate sunset aperitivos with a special someone.

Our insider tip

• There is usually live piano session a couple of nights a week.

Overview:Right in the heart of Florence, you find this lovely pool bar and rooftop cocktail bar, located on top of the amazing Grand Hotel Minerva.

View:Stunning 360° over Florence, with the Cathedral as powerful background.

Menu:Tasty snacks and delicious pizza, complemented with cocktails prepared by the skilled bartenders.

Why visit:For long days of poolside relaxation as a hotel guests, or fine sunset cocktails as an outside visitor.

Our insider tip

• The rooftop is in full swing from May to September.

Overview:Empireo at Plaza Hotel Lucchesi Florence features an interior fine dining restaurant and American Bar, as well as a beautiful outdoor rooftop terrace, where pool blends with bar stools and comfy lounge chairs.

View:Stunning view of Florence skyline and the surrounding enviroment.

Menu:A wide selection of drinks, complemented with bites and dishes that harmonizes Italian tradition with creativity.

Price:Cocktails: €16

Why visit:For a fine rooftop lunch, or evening poolside sips with smashing views.

Our insider tip

• There's live music almost every night.

Overview:At the stylish B-Roof you can choose between indoor dining seating, or wander out on the green and cozy terrace, that has both dining tables and lounge sofas.

View:Spectacular panoramic views over the Florence skyline.

Menu:Simple and traditional Tuscany cuisine, but with fantastic flavours and aromas, complemented with great Italian wines and signature drinks designed to evoke different places and destinations.

Price:Cocktails: €18

Why visit:For views and a genuine Italian touch, from lunch to late night.

Our insider tip

• The latege and multi-level terrace is available for bigger events like weddings and birthday parties.

Overview:Hotel Croce di Malta has a quite simple but very cozy rooftop bar in central Florence, which after a 2022 refurbish got a more modern look and feel.

View:Fantastic 360° view of all of Florence and its surroundings.

Menu:Tasty cocktails.

Why visit:For relaxed and low-key sips above Florence.

Our insider tip

• The rooftop tetrrace is open during spring and summer.

Overview:Tosca & Nino offers a 'made in Tuscany' experience on the top floors of the luxurious and famous shopping department store La Rinacente.

View:Set over several levels, the views are found at the top floor outdoor terrace, stretching over Piazza la Repubblica, the Duomo and all the way to the Tuscan hills.

Menu:Tuscan inspired dishes, craft beers and mixology cocktails, 100% made in Tuscany.

Price:Cocktails: €13

Why visit:For an elevated break during shopping and sight seeing.

Our insider tip

• Check out the Sunday brunch.