rooftop bars in Melbourne

As part of Australian Venue Co’s Melbourne public relations campaign, we rounded-up a list of the best rooftop bars in Melbourne to visit this summer.

Melburnians can gaze over our stunning city from up high at one of the following Australian Venue Co. locations:

Fargo and Co
216 Swan Street Richmond
https://fargoandco.com.au

  • Fargo & Co’s rooftop sits atop a two-storey heritage Edwardian building, formerly a bank, complete with vintage vault doors and bartenders who are known as tellers.
  • The renovated space is now one of the most stylish spots in Richmond, with a stunning alfresco courtyard that looks out over the streets.

Harlow
447 Church Street, Richmond
https://harlowbar.com.au/

  • Harlow’s rooftop offers the ultimate spot to perch, sip and snack with some of the finest Melbourne CBD views around.
  • They serve classic pub food, plenty of delicious drinks, and the best part, all pooch pals are welcome in the beer garden (on a lead).

Imperial Hotel Bourke Street
2-8 Bourke Street Melbourne
https://bourkestreetimperial.com

  • Perched high at the top of The Imperial Hotel is a huge rooftop with breathtaking city views.
  • The Imperial’s rooftop garden is unrivalled in the Melbourne rooftop bar scene and a very popular place to soak in the beauty of the city skyline.

Kewpie Fitzroy
377 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
https://kewpiefitzroy.com.au

  • Kewpie is home to one of the most beloved boutique rooftops in Fitzroy.
  • Guests will find delicious cheap pizzas, beers, and great tunes at the graffiti-laden rooftop.

Richmond Club Hotel
100 Swan Street, Richmond
https://richmondclubhotel.com.au

  • Richmond Club Hotel is an iconic Melbourne pub built in the late 1800’s boasting an incredible rooftop with epic views over Melbourne’s skyline.

State of Grace
27 King Street, Melbourne
www.stateofgracemelbourne.com.au

  • The State of Grace Rooftop offers great views overlooking Melbourne city.
  • This summer sees the State of Essences bottomless brunch on the rooftop with 2 hours of bottomless vodka and soda teapots, concocting your own ‘essence’ with Grey Goose Essences and a trinket box full of different garnishes. There’s sweet delights and a Tarot Reader too! Every Saturday 12 pm and 3pm, $69 pp
  • The pizzas deserve a special mention, and the cocktails pair perfectly. So that’s great Melbourne CBD views, delicious pizzas, and awesome cocktails; the trifecta!

The Duke of Wellington
146 Flinders Street, Melbourne
https://dukeofwellington.com.au

  • The Duke of Wellington is Melbourne’s oldest licensed pub – established in 1853.
  • The newly-opened rooftop bar offers epic views of the Forum, Fed Square and Flinders Street and has a unique menu and cocktail list.

The Provincial
299 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
https://provincialhotel.com.au

  • The Provincial rooftop may be the most famous (read: popular) in Melbourne.
  • The cocktail list is as stylish as the rooftop itself, and the people who frequent it come dressed to match.
  • The summer rooftop bottomless brunch is perfect for catch ups with friends with a new list of thirst-quenching cocktails and menu. Two hours of free flowing beverages and a choice of brunch items for $65pp. Available Sat & Sun 11 am and 2pm.

The Terminus
605 Victoria Street, Abbotsford
https://www.theterminushotel.com.au

  • An iconic Melbourne pub located in the heart of Abbotsford with a striking outdoor terrace bar.

Yarra Botanica
Southbank Promenade
https://yarrabotanica.com.au

  • The last one on our list is a floating rooftop! Yarra Botanica is a two-level floating bar and eatery that sits nicely on the Yarra River, offering a great line-up of seasonal food and drinks.
  • Guests enjoy both city and water views in the heart of Southbank while sipping an all-local line-up of quality Victorian drinks.
  • Plus, this summer Yarra Botanica has partnered with Chandon so guests can enjoy the perfect pairing of Chandon beverages and locally sourced, seasonal produce, including a special Chandon & Caviar for Two.

There’s no better place to enjoy a refreshing beverage and delicious bites this summer than at one of Australian Venue Co.’s rooftop bars in Melbourne.

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