Rooftop bars Auckland

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10 best rooftop bars in Auckland [2020 update]

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Last updated: September 13th, 2020

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Although you might get the most impressive views from the Sky Tower, a more relaxed way to enjoy panoramics over the city and ocean is from a rooftop bar Auckland. But which is the best Auckland rooftop? To help you find out, this ultimate guide comes packed with all info you need about each venue: opening hours, dress code, pictures, maps and much more.

With a growing scene of great spots to enjoy elevated cocktails and sky-high vibe, the Auckland rooftop bars come in all shapes and sizes, from swanky rooftop lounges to urban garden terraces. Just scroll down and find the rooftop bar Auckland best suited for you.

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Rooftop bar Auckland The Churchill in Auckland
1

The Churchill
$$$$ | 20th floor | Auckland CBD
  • Highlights
  • Gin with a view
  • Stylish lounge
  • Highest in NZ

Perched on top of the Four Points by Sheraton, The Churchill is the highest rooftop bar in Auckland, which leads to unbeatable panoramic views over the city and its surroundings. With the byline 'gin with a view', the impressive vistas are complemented with an equally impressive selection of Gin's. But the menu also holds a fine selection of champagne, crafted signature cocktails and a seasonal food menu. Sopshiticated lounge in atmosphere, this is a perfect rooftop bar Auckland for after work drinks, a pre-show aperitif or some fine evening cocktails with friends.

Rooftop bar Auckland The Parasol & Swing Company in Auckland
2

The Parasol & Swing Company
$$$ | 2nd floor | Viaduct Basin
  • Highlights
  • Harbour-views
  • House made cocktails
  • Stylish yet relaxing

Found in the vibrant Viaduct, The Parasol Swing & Company offers two floors of great vibes, views, food and drinks, best enjoyed on the sun-drenched rooftop terrace, where amazing views over the harbour awaits. Open from noon to late night, the rooftop menu comes packed with everything from bespoke house made cocktails, carefully sourced boutique wines and a great selection of American-style goodies. Visit this Auckland rooftop for a long lunch in the sun, some after-work drinks with a view, or late-night weekend fun with live DJs.

Rooftop bar Auckland La Zeppa Kitchen and Bar
3

La Zeppa
$$$ | 2nd floor | Victoria Park
  • Highlights
  • Terrace deck
  • Eventful
  • Share & enjoy

This hip and eventful restaurant and rooftop bar is located in an old industrial warehouse behind Victoria Park Market. The indoor restaurant comes with a cosy fire place and the large outdoor rooftop deck has a playful and lush setting along with great views over Victoria Park and all the way to Auckland Sky Tower. At La Zeppa you can enjoy a large drink menu, ranging from beers on tap or in pitchers to creative and fun cocktails. Urban, vibrant and youthful place, where the happenings seems almost endless.

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Rooftop bar Auckland HI-SO Rooftop Bar in Auckland
4

HI-SO Rooftop Bar
$$$$ | 16th floor | Britomart
  • Highlights
  • Panoramic views
  • Cocktail bar
  • Live DJs

The HI-SO Rooftop Bar, set on top of the hotel SO/ Auckland, offers views, cocktails and glamour of the highest class. Sixteen floors above the hustle and bustle of central Auckland, the rooftop comes with both chic indoor lounge and a lovely open-air terrace, where the view stretches over the harbour, Rangitoto Island and beyond. Truly a hot and trendy rooftop cocktail bar, the HI-SO menu is filled with tasty and crafted signature creations, great to enjoy as fine after-work drinks, or some sophisticated late night vibes with regular DJs creating the soundtrack.

Rooftop bar Auckland Seven in Auckland
5

Seven
$$$ | 7th floor | Britomart
  • Highlights
  • Harbour views
  • Asian-inspired
  • Weekend DJs

Seven is a swanky and chic rooftop bar Auckland, found on the (surprise, surprise) 7th floor of the Seafarers building at Britomart. Open from noon to late night, Seven serves spectacular views over the harbour and a menu filled with both Asian inspired dishes, as well as a mouthwatering selection of cocktails. Packed with energy and trendy vibes, Seven rooftop works great for sunny and relaxing afternoon drinks, a date-night with dumplings and views, or a full weekend night out with live DJs and a sky-high atmosphere.

Rooftop bar Auckland NEO in Auckland
6

NEO
$$$ | 2nd floor | Britomart
  • Highlights
  • All-day eatery
  • Charming
  • European home cooking

A casual and charming all-day eatery, found at the Queen’s Arcade in the heart of Auckland. Part beautiful indoor lounge / café, part outdoor balcony terrace, which is by no means sky-high, but still offers a really cool setting right in the middle of all the downtown skyscrapers. With a love for classic European home cooking, here you can indulge in Swedish and French Bistro style dishes, as well as Mediterranean flavours. There is also a wide selection of drinks, from tea and coffee to signature cocktails, bubbles, a small selection of fine wines and local craft beers.

Rooftop bar Auckland Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co. in Auckland
7

Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.
$$$ | 2nd floor | Viaduct Basin
  • Highlights
  • Fun & vibrant
  • Onsite brewery
  • Bowling lanes

A fun, hip and vibrant rooftop bar Auckland, found in the happening Viaduct area. This means a terrace not only offering fantastic views over the glistening harbour, but also a perfect spot for people-watching. With an onsite brewery pumping constantly award winning beers, the rooftop menu also includes wine, sparkling and refreshing cocktails, as well as eats ranging from pizza's (available as 1, 2 or 3 feet) to seafood specialties. A buzzing venue with everything from live DJs, live performances and two bowling lanes out back.

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Rooftop bar Auckland The Glass Goose in Auckland
8

The Glass Goose
$$$ | 2nd floor | Auckland CBD
  • Highlights
  • Auckland Sky Tower views
  • Stylish lounge
  • Hidden gem

Tucked away in an a little alley just off Federal Street, The Glass Goose rooftop bar and restaurant is a true oasis in the Auckland concrete jungle. As the name hints, the rooftop is designed to look and feel like a garden greenhouse. Open for brunch, lunch, drinks and dinner, the menu is filled with contemporary yet casual dishes, along with a great selection of both signature and classic cocktails, as well as selected wines and craft beers. With a friendly service and comfy atmosphere, The Glass Goose is a hidden gem well worth searching for.

Rooftop bar Auckland The Deck at Ostro
9

The Deck at Ostro
$$$$ | 2nd floor | Britomart
  • Highlights
  • City views
  • Brasserie & Bar
  • Stylish

The Ostro Brasserie & Bar, located at the second level of the Seafarers Building, comes with a dual setteing. The lower floor is dedicated to the Ostro brasserie, an indoor fine dining restaurant with fantastic vistas over Waitemata Harbour. One level up is The Deck at Ostro (or just Ostro Deck), a stylish and trendy rooftop bar with a large and lovely balcony terrace. Up here the views instead are great ones of the city skyline and food comes more in delicious bar bites, like oysters. Complemented with fantastic cocktails and trendy vibes.

Rooftop bar Auckland Brew on Quay Rooftop
10

Brew on Quay Rooftop
$$$ | 2nd floor | Britomart
  • Highlights
  • Beer & beer
  • Large screens & live music
  • Atmosphere

Not the place for sky high altitude and views, but instead for over 102 different types of beer, great atmosphere and live acts and sports. The old heritage building do come with a cosy, small and lush 2nd floor open-air terrace, but you will just not see all of Auckland from it. Classic but modern pub setting where you can enjoy a wide range of beers from both NZ and all over the world along with a great selection of homely cooked kiwi cuisine. Expect a friendly service and relaxed and cosy atmosphere.

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Rooftop bar Auckland

Rooftop-grade: 6/10
Prime season: Oct-May
Residents: 1,4 millions
Climate: temperate

Auckland has dozens of nice restaurants and bars, and also a couple of really good rooftop bars, with the rooftop scene growing by each year. And although most of the terraces in Auckland are not located on a very high altitude, they still provide fine views over the town and the surrounding landscape.

From swanky Auckland sky lounges to more charming terraces, most of the elevated venues are found in the Viaduct and Britomart area in the heart of town.

About Auckland

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city with 1.4 million inhabitants. The city is located in the northern parts of the North Island of New Zealand, just off the waterfront. The city is famous for its fine harbour and its festive street life. You can read more about Auckland at this site.