About rooftops in Sydney
This guide presents eight rooftop venues across Sydney, offering a range of options for various preferences. Venues such as CIRQ and Aster represent the higher price tier, while locations like Coogee Pavilion and Bar 83 at Sydney Tower are in the mid-range or lower. Featured amenities vary, with some including outdoor seating, live music, or dinner service, as seen at The Butler or Babylon Rooftop & Garden Bar. Google ratings for these venues range from 4.1 to 4.7, based on review counts from 630 to over 8000.
The selection includes options suitable for groups, such as Untied – Rooftop Sydney, and those with a romantic ambience, like The Butler. Note that not all venues have a score provided. Use the following list to compare specific details for each rooftop.
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8 rooftops
CIRQ
Sydney · AU · $$$$
CIRQ is a rooftop bar located on Level 26 in Barangaroo, Sydney. It offers cocktails and wine, with outdoor seating available. Live music contributes to a vibrant atmosphere, and reservations are accepted. Guests frequently note expansive views and professional service, with a relaxed and elegant ambience.
Aster
Sydney · AU · $$$$
Aster is a rooftop bar on Level 32 at 117 Macquarie St. It features outdoor seating with views towards the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The bar serves cocktails and wine, and live music is available. It accommodates groups and accepts reservations, though visitor comments on service can vary.
Coogee Pavilion
Sydney · AU · $$$
Coogee Pavilion on Dolphin Street is a multi-level venue featuring a rooftop terrace. It offers Mediterranean dishes, including pizzas and burgers, alongside cocktails and wine. The venue often has outdoor seating and live music, with a generally lively atmosphere and coastal views. It is suitable for groups, with reservations accepted.
Babylon Rooftop & Garden Bar
Sydney · AU · $$
Babylon Rooftop & Garden Bar is located on Level 7/182 Pitt St, Sydney. This venue offers cocktails, wine, and beer alongside a menu of modern Middle Eastern bar bites and mains, served for dinner. Outdoor seating is available, and live music contributes to the atmosphere. Reservations are accepted, and it is suitable for groups.
The Glenmore Hotel
Sydney · AU · $$
The Glenmore Hotel features a rooftop bar with outdoor seating on Cumberland St, The Rocks. It offers cocktails, wine, and beer, with live music available. Reservations are accepted, and the venue is suitable for groups. Visitors often comment on the relaxed atmosphere, good service, and views.
Bar 83 at Sydney Tower
Sydney · AU · $$
Bar 83 is located on Level 4/108 Market St, Sydney, 245 metres above the ground. It offers panoramic city views and serves cocktails, wine, and beer. The bar accepts reservations and can accommodate groups. Service levels are generally friendly, though some guests have noted occasional inconsistencies with table service.
The Butler
Sydney · AU · $$$
The Butler offers Ibero-American food and cocktails on Victoria Street, Potts Point. This restaurant features a stylish, plant-filled room and an open patio bar with outdoor seating. Diners can enjoy dinner, cocktails, wine, and beer. Visitors often comment on city views, the pleasant atmosphere, and good service.
Untied - Rooftop Sydney
Sydney · AU · $$
Untied Rooftop Sydney is located on Barangaroo Avenue in Barangaroo. This venue offers outdoor seating, serving cocktails, wine, and beer. The menu features sharing plates and BBQ dishes, available in a laid-back atmosphere. It is suitable for groups, with reservations accepted, and visitors often comment on the service and positive ambience.