Melbourne Rooftop Bars: 30 Best Picks for 2026

Overview:Located atop the opulent Oakwood Premier Melbourne hotel in Southbank, Strato Melbourne is a sky-high and luxurious rooftop bar, restaurant & event venue, filled with glamorous furnishings and extraordinary views.

View:Reaching far over Port Phillip Bay, across the Yarra River, CBD skyline and beyond.

Menu:The rooftop bar serves ever-evolving seasonal cocktails, elevated old favourites, wines and locally crafted beers, and the resturant offers contemporary modern Australian cuisine.

Price:Cocktails: A$26

Why visit:To celebrate a special occasion, enjoy stylish after-work drinks, or indulge in an elevated dinner.

Our insider tip

• During weekends you can lunch in the sky.

Overview:Elevated above the Melbourne CBD, The Stolen Gem Rooftop Bar & Terrace is a fresh, elegant and stylish venue to socialise with a new perspective on the city.

View:Fantastic 270° degree city views, including close-ups of the iconic Bourke Street Mall.

Menu:Crafted cocktails made from only the finest of Victorian and Australian spirits, beers on tap, premium wine and champagne, complemented with decadent canape-style share plates.

Price:Cocktails: A$22 | Beers: A$12

Why visit:For afternoons/nights with fine cocktails, fine views and NYC settings.

Our insider tip

• DJs play during weekends.
• With fully retractable roof and scrolling transparent windows, this is a venue for all seasons.

Overview:Stella Dining & Rooftop is an impressive four-level destination in South Yarra, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming experience for every occasion. The venue transitions from a light-filled pizzeria and refined cocktail lounge and dining area, to a charming open-air rooftop terrace framed by a lush vertical garden.

View:The rooftop terrace features panoramic vistas across inner-south Melbourne, capturing the energy of Chapel Street and city skyline beyond.

Menu:Seasonal and delicious Italian-inspired fare, complemented with an array of hand crafted signature and classic Martini's, Stella cocktails, and an upscale wine list.

Price:Cocktails: A$23-27

Why visit:To blend a fine dinner with some fine sips with a view, or you just head straight to the rooftop for after-work drink sessions and elevated weekend lounging.

Our insider tip

• Walk-ins welcome, bookings accommodated for large groups and private events on the Rooftop.
• Built-in overhead heaters keep the rooftop inviting year-round.

Overview:Fleet Rooftop Bar sits on level 22 of Vibe Hotel Melbourne, on the corner of Queen and Flinders Street, where the hotel's former penthouse suites have been turned into one of the CBD's most stylish and elevated places for a bites and drinks with a view.

View:68 metres above street level, here you look out over Flinders Street Station, the Yarra River and Southbank, with the city skyline wrapping around you.

Menu:A nautical-themed and seasonal drinks list, with a collection of more than 70 bottles of rum from around the world, locally inspired signature cocktails, Victorian wines, and share plates taking you on a voyage through Melbourne's diverse tastes and flavours.

Price:Cocktails: A$25-29 | Beers: A$11-15

Why visit:A top pick for elevated date nights, special occasions and after-work drinks that turn into something more.

Our insider tip

• Don't miss the martini trolley, rolling from table to table to shake up a martini right in front of you.
• Swing by for Social Hour, Tuesday–Thursday 4–6pm, and stay for live music on Wednesdays.

Overview:Nestled on the 7th floor of the voco Melbourne Central, right in the heart of the city, the Blacksmith Bar & Grill invites to Australian flavors and scenic views.

View:Surrounded with beautiful 180° vistas over the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:From the kitchen, you can enjoy contemporary Australian fare with a strong focus on fire-grilled steaks. Over at the bar you find an impressive selection of local and old-world wines, fine spirits, beers on tap and signature cocktails.

Price:Cocktails: A$26 | Beers: A$12

Why visit:For everything from sunny lunches and after-work drinks, to date nights, memorable dinners and small celebrations.

Our insider tip

• Every day, Dal Zotto on The Deck means aperitivo afternoons (4-7pm) on the terrace, with views, spritzes and vibes.

Overview:This urban-elegant venue holds 5 spaces over 4 levels, with the top floors being the real show stoppers. From the 3rd floor Rooftop Deck, with two bars, retractable roofing and blinds, to the 4th floor Rooftop Garden, with tiers of booths and seating.

View:Unobsturcted 360° views over Richmond and the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:Crafted signature cocktails and classic sips, a fine selection of wine and brews on tap, complemented with 'no-nonsense' modern pub food.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beers: A$9

Why visit:For catch-ups and celebrations with a view.

Our insider tip

• The rooftop is mainly a weekend hot-spot.

Overview:A modern and trendy rooftop bar found at the superb designer hotel QT Melbourne in the heart of the city, offering a sophisticated yet relaxed setting.

View:Uninterrupted views of Melbourne’s city skyline.

Menu:Curated cocktails, champagne, wine, brews and bottle service, along with small and large plates.

Price:Cocktails: A$26 | Beers: A$13

Why visit:For after work cocktails on weekdays and more vibrant and stylish rooftop party vibes on weekends.

Our insider tip

• For an extra special evening, book one of the private booths, or go for bottle service.

Overview:The trendy and urban Naked Upstairs (or Naked in the Sky) is the rooftop bar of Naked for Satan in Fitzroy, which also includes a downstairs indoor reastaurant.

View:Perhaps the best view northern Melbourne has to offer, with great vistas over the CBD skyline.

Menu:Signature and classic cocktails, house distilled vodka and gin, snagria, a large selection of wines and craft beers, and a great array of a Basque-influenced and modern Australian tapas.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beer: A$15

Why visit:For a long and relaxing lunch in the sun, or later to enjoy the vibrant and buzzing atmopshere.

Our insider tip

• Happy hour every Sunday to Friday from 4-7pm.
• Bookings are available indoor upstairs, while the terrace is walk-in only.

Overview:Found right in the heart of Melbourne, Loop Roof is a true garden oasis above the concrete jungle. Opened in 2013, the third floor Loop Roof was extended with the fourth floor Loop Top during 2019, creating a twin-tiered open-air rooftop space.

View:Fantastic views over the city skyline.

Menu:Crafted and creative cocktails and spritzers, craft beer and quality local wines and champagne, complemented with a smaller array of bites and shareables.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beers: A$15

Why visit:For relaxing, lush and sunny sips.

Our insider tip

• There's a misting system for the hot days, and retractable awnings and heating for the colder ones.

Overview:Dressed in a retro-chic suit, where restored neon-signs meet marble-topped tables, the open-air Johnny's Green Room offers a slice of Tuscany above Carlton.

View:Panoramic views over both the Carlton rooftops and the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:Classic and creative house cocktails, local and imported beer on tap, easy-drinking wines, and a wide range of casual bites, many of them with Italian influences.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beer: A$15

Why visit:For sunny drinks or late night fun in a sophisticated yet buzzing atmosphere.

Our insider tip

• A semi-retractable roof means the summer vibes can be enjoyed all year round.

Overview:The urban and trendy Rooftop Bar is located on top of the Curtain House in the central part of the city. Given the name, it's easy to tell that this is Melbourne’s original rooftop bar.

View:The seventh floor location means fantastic views over Melbourne's skyline.

Menu:Signature and classic cocktails, beer ranging from pale to the darker kind and a small selection of wine. For the hungry ones, there is a 'Burger Shack'.

Price:Cocktails: A$22 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:For casual and socail drinks with friends, in the sunshine or during vibrant evenings.

Our insider tip

• The venue is walk-isn only, so try to be in good time.
• During the warmer months the Rooftop Bar shows classic and new movies under the stars.

Overview:Located in the old Melbourne Steamship Co. building, State of Grace offers three levels of (quite diverse) fun, including a rooftop with a stylish New York style lounge setting.

View:Killer views over the Melbourne city skyline.

Menu:Refreshing classic and creative signature cocktails, a large selection of brews, as well as a casual food menu.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beers: A$13

Why visit:For some after-work cocktails or a date-night.

Overview:The urban Blossom Rooftop Bar, located on level 14 of Pullman Melbourne City Centre, invites to good food, great vibes, amazing drinks and skyline views.

View:Jaw-dropping 270° views of the city skyline.

Menu:Enjoy wood-fired pizza, bar snacks, signature cocktails, local wines and beers.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beer: A$15

Why visit:For an after work drink, a night out with friends or your next private event.

Our insider tip

• Every Friday and Saturday from 12.30-3.30pm you can enjoy 1.5 hours of endless pizza & cocktails.

Overview:The Arcadia Hotel is a Melbourne icon since 1853, blending a rich history and modern entertainment. Ever evolving, this laidback and recently refurbished pub and restaurant offers both a spacious indoor / outdoor street level bistro and bar, and a charming second floor rooftop garden.

View:Nothing special, overlooking Toorak Rd.

Menu:Modern pub grub, 12 beers on tap, classic cocktials and a wine list including both local and international selections.

Price:Cocktails: A$22 | Beers: A$15

Why visit:For sips or a delectable meal at the rooftop garden, catch a game, enjoy a couple of cold ones over a game of pool, or to get loose to live entertainment.

Our insider tip

• A great spot for private functions.

Overview:Dom's Social Club invites to three levels of pizzeria, pool room & social club, right in the heart of Melbourne.

View:The top floor Dom's rooftop offers fantastic views over the Melbourne skyscrapers.

Menu:A creative cocktail menu, Lambrusco, a great selection of wines, refreshing spritzes and tasty bar bites.

Price:Cocktails: A$22

Why visit:For both sunny cocktails and late night weekend vibes..

Overview:Good Heavens is a vibrant rooftop cocktail bar with inspiration from the '80s, and also Melbourne’s largest rooftop bar.

View:Only on the second floor, the views from Good Heavens is not breathtaking but still cool over the central Melbourne skyscrapers and Bourke Street below.

Menu:Retro inspired cocktails, a great selection of beer on tap, a good selection of wines and bar snacks.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beers: A$8

Why visit:For highly social sips with a view.

Our insider tip

• There are daily specials all week.
• Bookings are only available for groups of 10 or more.

Overview:Part of the Transport Hotel, situated right by Federation Square, Transit Rooftop Bar blends live music and amazing views.

View:The magical vistas stretches over the Melbourne skyline, the botanical gardens and the River Yarra below.

Menu:Well made signature cocktails, plenty of wine, beer, cider and spirits, as well as fresh bar food.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:Perfect for a relaxing night out with friends and loved ones.

Our insider tip

• Expect both live music and live DJs.

Overview:Bomba is a Spanish restaurant and rooftop bar, located right in the CBD. Downstairs you find a cosy tapas restaurant, and five floors up is the Bomba rooftop bar.

View:Cool views over the city through the Lonsdale Street treetops.

Menu:Spanish wines, special Gin & Tonic's, well made signature cocktails, sangria and tapas.

Price:Cocktails: A$24 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:For a combo of tasty tapas, drinks and views.

Our insider tip

• Bookings are available for the downstairs restaurant, while the rooftop is walk-ins only.

Overview:Located in the heart of CBD Melbourne, Imperial Hotel is the city's 3rd oldest pub, and also holds a spacious 3rd floor rooftop terrace.

View:Fantastic view over the Parliament House and the city skyline.

Menu:A classic pub menu with a modern update, including a large range of beers, but also fresh cocktails and innovative and tasty pub grub.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beer: A$14

Why visit:To gather with friends over sports on the screen, live music and lovely views.

Overview:Found on the corner of Fitzroy Street and the Esplanade in St Kilda, Ellora brings a great mix of tropical paradise vibes and views to the beachside neighborhood.

View:Spectacular panoramics over Port Phillip Bay.

Menu:Creative and refreshing selection of house and traditional cocktails, jugs and modern tapas perfect to share.

Price:Cocktails: A$23 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:Great for both couples looking for an intimate evening out, and a groups of friends looking to socialise over drinks, vibes and views.

Our insider tip

• Kickstart the day every Saturday and Sunday with the 'Beachside Bottomless Brunch'.

Overview:Perched on top of the fabulous Quincy Hotel Melbourne, The Q offers a rooftop experience unlike any other in Melbourne, elevated high, high above the bustling city streets.

View:Amazing views over the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:Creative and crafted signature cocktails, filled with both stories and flavours, complemented with crafted beers, premium spirits, a fine array of wines, and Asian-inspired small plates.

Price:Cocktails: A$23 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:Relaxing sips and views during the afternoon, or a pulsing and energetic bar experience at night.

Our insider tip

• Daily happy hour from 4-6pm.

Overview:Set over three floors, Suburban Dining + Rooftop comes with a restaurant, a public bar, a courtyard with private dining spaces, and a lush and lovely rooftop bar, which is the only rooftop beer garden east of Melbourne.

View:Over Ringwood.

Menu:The best of what Victorian craft beer, wine, cider, spirits and cocktails have to offer.

Price:Cocktails: A$21 | Beers: A$8

Why visit:To enjoy sunny, friendly and lush alfresco bites and drinks just about anytime.

Our insider tip

• Weekly specials include daily happy hour, steak nigh and Sunday roast.

Overview:The shabby chic Provincial Hotel is an iconic Fitzroy neighborhood pub, since 2017 also equipped with a beautiful rooftop bar.

View:Cool views over the surrounding redbrick buildings.

Menu:An easygoing menu, including funky signature cocktails and an impressive selection of both beer and wine, as well as pub-classics like burgers and pizza.

Price:Cocktails: A$23 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:For the relaxing yet vibrant atmosphere, where both locals and visitors enjoy sunny drinks and late night vibes under the stars.

Overview:A lovely beachside restaurant and rooftop bar, located right by the sand and water in St Kilda.

View:Fantastic views over the ocean.

Menu:Food with coastal vibes, from small plates to bigger things off the charcoal grill, well curatated signature cocktails and a long list of wine and beers.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beers: A$12

Why visit:For weekends filled with ocean views and good times.

Our insider tip

• Weekends start early, with lunch and sunny vibes.

Overview:Located on top of the Greek Centre buidling, high above the heart of Melbourne, FABLE is the most elevated spot in town to enjoy stylish Mediterranean vibes.

View:Fantastic view over the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:A synergetic selection of carefully curated cocktails and seasonal Mediterranean food designed to share.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beers: A$14

Why visit:For a trendy after work, a romantic dinner or some late night cocktails.

Our insider tip

• Sip a Negroni or Spritz at great deals during 'Golden Hour' Tuesday to Friday from 3-5pm.

Overview:Goldilocks rooftop bar is not that easy to find, but well worth the search. Located on the 4th floor above a Chinese diner on Swanston Street, the fairytale that the name promises comes true in both setting and cocktails.

View:Very nice view over the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:Inventive cocktails, both experimental classics and Goldilock signatures. There is also a good range of crafted beers, a few wines and locally produced sodas, along with Asian bites.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beers: A$15

Why visit:For relaxing and intimate sessions with a couple of friends.

Our insider tip

• Don't miss the daily 'Three Bears Boozy Brunch'.

Overview:Harlow aims to bring good vibes for all occasions to the heart of Richmond. A bright, modern and fresh venue, downstairs with the main bar and beer garden, and even more so up on the open-air and lush rooftop terrace.

View:Amazing views over the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:Fresh signature cocktails, craft beers and a fine wine list, complemented with modern pub dishes and bites made perfect to share.

Price:Cocktails: A$25 | Beers: A$10

Why visit:For joyful hours of drinks, food, friends and views, or to catch a game.

Our insider tip

• Every Saturday means 'Bottomless Brunch' on the rooftop.

Overview:The Emerson Rooftop Bar and Club is a stylish and trendy weekend destination, located in the South Yarra area, branded as 'Melbourne's ultimate entertainment destination'.

View:Great views over the Melbourne skyline.

Menu:A large drink menu, from classic coktails to a wide selection of bottle service, along with Australian inspired bites, buns and bigger plates.

Price:Cocktails: A$24

Why visit:Come early for more relaxing cocktails and later for a vibrant party atmosphere with live music and DJs.

Our insider tip

• A full day destination on weekends, starting with 'Bottomless Cocktail Brunch'.

Overview:Having trouble getting your karaoke-friends and your rooftop-friends to hang out together? Worry no more, as the Heroes Karaoke and Rooftop Bar between Bourke St and Little Bourke in Melbourne is the answer to your prayers.

View:Beautiful views of Sydney and Chippendale.

Menu:Crafted cocktails and beers at the rooftop, and also Asian-inspired snacks downstairs.

Why visit:For a fun night out.

Overview:Quite a unique Melbourne rooftop bar, located on top of The Melbourne Supper Club, looking and feeling like a French bistro restaurant.

View:Nice views of the Parliament and St Patrick’s Cathedral.

Menu:Enjoy table service of well crafted classic cocktails, a large selection of fine wines and even some Cuban cigars.

Why visit:For a business after work or a date in a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere.

Our insider tip

• No bookings available, and the rooftop is best for small groups.