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Brisbane's Best Rooftop Bars

Updated: Mar 22, 2025

Brisbane's growing collection of fabulous rooftop bars make an unbeatable setting for drinks on sultry summer nights. Each with their own bird's eye urban view and unique personality, here are 6 of Brisbane's best:

Cielo Rooftop

Bringing chic Italian coastal vibes, fabulous cocktails and sweeping views to Fortitude Valley from its perch above an historic building facade on Brunswick St.... more

MAYA Mexican Restaurant & Bar

Brisbane's ultimate view outside of Mt Coot-tha's summit can be had from this stunning Mexican wraparound bar with stylish cabanas, cocktail bar and lounge, open for lunch, sunset cocktails, dinner and ...more

Sixteen Antlers

Overlooking the Brisbane City Hall is this secret rooftop bar atop the Pullman Hotel, the perfect place for post-work drinks and delicious eats or to pop in on a Saturday/Sunday evening... more

The Terrace

South Bank's first rooftop bar is also Brisbane's most luxurious, with stunning retractable rooftop, fur-covered stools, white onyx bar, top shelf drinks and views forever....more

Fiume Bar

Howard Smith Wharves' stunning rooftop bar sits perched atop Crystalbrook Vincent and under the Story Bridge, making for one of Brisbane's absolute prime spots to enjoy a drink and some delicious bar food ... more

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