Best Rooftop Bars in New York
New York known as the Big Apple is home to the Empire State Building, Time Square and other iconic sites. However, no honeymoon trip to New York is complete without a visit to one of its most top stylish rooftop bars overlooking the city’s most spectacular skyline. We’ve rounded up our top best rooftop bars in NYC offering picture perfect breath taking views of the city that never sleeps.
Bar Sixtyfive at Rainbow room
Seal the deal with this highest sophisticated outdoor terrace bar in New York city, perched up on the 65th floor of the iconic Rockefeller plaza. Unwind with a world class cocktail crafted by an in-house mixologist, just the thing for watching the sunset with your spouse over the sparkling views of the Empire State building, Central Park and Manhattan skyline. It sure is a memorable rooftop experience you won’t forget.
Ink 48 Press Lounge Rooftop Bar
One of New York’s best finest rooftop terraces, the press lounge is located on the 16th floor of the ink48 hotel offering stunning luxurious views of the Hudson river on one side and the mighty skyline views of the Midtown Manhattan on the other side. It features a wrap-around terrace and a reflective pool, it’s the perfect ambience all year round to sip sophisticated cocktails and take in the breath taking sites of the New York skyline.
230 Fifth
Right In the heart of Manhattan, 230 Fifth is the city’s largest indoor and outdoor rooftop garden. Whilst enjoying the Asian inspired cuisine and and an ice cold drink, capture the stunning panoramic views. Whether you plan a holiday in the Summer or Winter this elegant rooftop bar has the perfect setting for both. You can step inside heated inflatable igloos on the rooftop deck to keep you warm on a chilly night whilst you enjoy an evening of tasty food, TV and drinks.
Gallow Green at the McKittrick Hotel
Open only for the summer, this rooftop bar located at the top of the mckittrick hotel is home to the sleep no more. With its lush green secret garden vibe and breathtaking views of the Hudson River this alfresco bar and lounge serves chic cocktails and heart warming food. It sure is the perfect venue for a romantic evening for two.
Le Bain at the Standard High Line
For more of a sophisticated crowd and discotheque ambiance then Le Bain is the place to be. This penthouse rooftop bar is perched on the 18th floor of the Standard, High Line in the Meatpacking District. Open all year round, soak up the stunning panoramic views whilst sipping cocktails by the poolside (part of the dancefloor) and winding down to the world famous DJ’s on deck in the background.
Pod 39 Rooftop
The ‘hidden gem’ of New York City this rooftop bar is set above the 17th floor offering immaculate views of the famous landmarks such as the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. It’s the ultimate gathering place for a hip evening night out for two. Enjoy light tacos and tequila inspired cocktails by April Bloomfield’s Salvation Taco and end the evening by gazing together at the spectacular sunset with the glorious Big Apple in the backdrop.
Top of the Strand at The Strand Hotel
This Midtown Manhattan urban oasis is situated on the 21st floor of the Strand Hotel. The intimate rooftop lounge sure does live up to its reputation being the city’s favourite rooftop bar especially being designed by the Sex and the City designer. If you want a better view of the dazzling Empire State Building then what better venue to view this. So, grab a seat and check out the unforgettable view of the Empire State light show with innovative cocktails like the famous Never-ending Summer.
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