The best rooftop bars in Melbourne in 2026 are Naked for Satan in Fitzroy for 360-degree views, the Rooftop Bar at Curtin House for its cinema, Siglo on Spring Street, Goldilocks' leafy terrace, Bomba for tapas, Johnny's Green Room in Carlton and Beverly Rooftop in South Yarra.
Melbourne's rooftops are mostly low-rise terraces above old buildings rather than skyscraper decks, which gives them a relaxed, hidden feel. Many have retractable roofs or heaters, because the weather changes fast. Most don't take bookings for small groups, so arrive early on warm Friday and Saturday evenings. See also our best restaurants in Melbourne.
A Brunswick Street terrace with views across the city.
Naked for Satan has an open-air rooftop terrace, Naked in the Sky, above Brunswick Street with 360-degree views over Fitzroy to the city skyline, plus Spanish wines and pintxos.
It's one of Melbourne's favourite places for sunset drinks.
Good to know: Arrive before sunset on warm days; it fills quickly.
285 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
The CBD's classic casual rooftop, with a summer cinema.
The Rooftop Bar on top of Curtin House is a relaxed sky deck with astroturf, deck chairs, burgers and city views. In summer, Rooftop Cinema screens films on the roof.
It's casual and fun, with no fuss.
Good to know: Book a Rooftop Cinema session for a summer night.
Rooftop, Curtin House, 252 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000
An elegant Spring Street terrace with cigars and whisky.
Siglo sits above the Spring Street Grocer, opposite Parliament House, with an old-world terrace, good wines, whisky and cigars.
It's a grown-up spot for a late drink after the theatre.
Good to know: Go after a show at the Princess or Comedy theatres.
Level 2, 161 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A hidden, leafy rooftop terrace off Swanston Street.
Goldilocks is reached by a lift hidden off Swanston Street and opens onto a terrace with greenery and classic cocktails.
It feels like a secret garden above the CBD.
Good to know: Look for the discreet entrance; the bar is upstairs.
Level 5, 264 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Barcelona-style tapas and cava on a compact terrace.
Bomba is a Spanish tapas bar with a compact rooftop terrace on Lonsdale Street, serving tapas, cava and sherry with views over the city.
Eat downstairs and drink up top.
Good to know: Book dinner downstairs, then head up for a drink.
103 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
An aperitivo-style rooftop with views over Lygon Street.
Johnny's Green Room sits above Lygon Street in Carlton, with 360-degree views, spritzes and an aperitivo feel to match the Italian neighbourhood below.
It's popular on warm evenings before dinner on Lygon Street.
Good to know: Have a spritz here before an Italian dinner on Lygon Street.
Level 2, 293-297 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
A stylish hotel rooftop with DJs and Mediterranean-leaning food.
Rooftop at QT is on the top floor of QT Melbourne, with a Mediterranean-leaning menu, cocktails, DJs and lots of people-watching.
It's a smart choice for a celebration.
Good to know: Smart dress is expected in the evenings.
Level 11, QT Melbourne, 133 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
A Gippsland-focused rooftop bar with a retractable roof.
Farmer's Daughters' rooftop bar on Collins Street celebrates Gippsland produce and drinks, with a retractable roof for Melbourne's weather. The restaurant and deli are below.
It's a year-round option when other rooftops close for rain.
Good to know: Come on a cooler evening; the roof closes when the weather turns.
Level 6, 80 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
An enclosed glamour bar 24 floors up on Chapel Street.
Beverly Rooftop is on level 24 of Goldfields House in South Yarra, an enclosed, glamorous bar with a wide outlook over the city and bay.
Being enclosed, it's good in any weather.
Good to know: Ask for a window seat for the view to the bay.
Level 24, Goldfields House, 627 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
Naked for Satan on Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, has 360-degree views across the city. In the CBD, the Rooftop Bar at Curtin House is the classic, with a summer cinema.
Some do for groups or dining. Most keep space for walk-ins, so come early on warm weekend evenings to get in.
Many are, with heaters, blankets or retractable roofs. Farmer's Daughters and Fable have retractable roofs, and Beverly Rooftop is enclosed.
Rooftop Cinema at Curtin House on Swanston Street screens films on summer nights above the Rooftop Bar.
Usually smart casual. Some hotel rooftops ask for no thongs or sportswear in the evening.