Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$~Varies~
Categories:
Date Idea, Drinks, Food, Good for Groups, Meetup, Nightlife, Outside, Photoworthy
Sadly, there's a shortage of rooftop bars in Boston. That said, a few do exist. Here are ten+ spots where you can sip on an alcoholic beverage whilst standing on a roof deck.
Grab a YOTEL signature cocktail atop their rooftop terrace and enjoy a sunset over Seaport Boulevard. Monday-Thursday, 11:30am-10:30pm; Friday, 11:30am-11:30pm; Saturday, 10am-11:30pm; Sunday, 10am-10:30pm. Seaport.
Straight outta the SoDoSoPa South Park Episode, the line to get up is long, but the view just might be worth it. Monday-Sunday, 11am-11:30pm. Seaport.
3) Colonnade Hotel Rooftop Pool
The Rooftop Pool is open to the public every Monday to Thursday from 9am-9pm and Sundays after 1:00pm. Back Bay/South End.
A beloved rooftop staple. Sunday-Wednesday, 7am-1am; Thursday-Saturday, 7am-2am. Harvard Sq.
Soak up the sun to its fullest extent on this rooftop that has no cover from the elements but beautiful views. Sunday-Monday, 11:30am-9pm; Tuesday-Thursday, 11:30am-10pm; Friday-Saturday, 11:30am-11pm. Dorchester.
6) Daedalus
Via Yelp.com: "I love this place for their roof deck. The Boston area sadly has a shortage of roof decks and so I am giving them four stars just for the outdoor space." Plus, this restaurant was just voted OpenTable's Diner's Choice Award in 2024. Sunday-Wednesday, 5pm-11pm; Thursday-Saturday, 5pm-12am. Harvard Sq.
Soak in panoramic views of our beautiful city at one of the largest rooftop lounges in Boston. Sunday-Thursday, 12pm-10pm; Friday-Saturday, 12pm-11pm. South End.
8) The Lexington’s Rooftop Bar
Enjoy views of Cambridge Crossing. Sunday-Wednesday, 4pm-10pm; Thursday-Saturday, 4pm-11pm. East Cambridge.
Now open for patio/outdoor dining at Harborside, weather permitting. Monday-Thursday, 4pm-10pm; Friday, 4pm-11pm; Saturday, 12pm-11pm; Sunday, 12pm-10pm. Seaport.
Enjoy brews in a tucked away, industrial building in Seaport. Monday-Saturday, 12pm-11pm; Sunday, 12pm-10pm. Seaport.
Set on the 16th floor of the recently updated DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston-Cambridge, enjoy a laid-back atmosphere while taking in stunning views of the scenic Charles River and Boston city skyline at this outdoor rooftop bar in Boston. 5pm-11pm daily. Cambridge.
Enjoy the warm and cozy feeling of string lights on a stunning rooftop. Monday-Wednesday, 11am-10pm; Thursday-Friday, 11am-11pm; Saturday, 10:30am-11pm,;Sunday, 10:30am-4pm. Kendall Sq.
13) Lifted Pool Bar at Omni Seaport
”An urban open-air oasis on the fifth floor, Lifted Pool Bar and Grill is adjacent to the first and only outdoor pool in the Seaport, and a crown jewel in the hotel’s culinary and entertainment lineup. ” Sunday-Thursday, 11am-11pm; Friday-Saturday, 11am-12am. Seaport.
14) Saigon Babylon
This beautiful rooftop bar entered the scene this year from the creators behind the beloved Cicada Coffee Bar. Enjoy elevated Vietnamese cuisine and tasty cocktails. Wednesday-Sunday, 5pm-12am. Cambridge.
> BONUS: Pier 6 Boston Waterfront (1/2 rooftop, 1/2 patio)
Beautiful waterfront views. 11am-1am daily. Charlestown.
> OTHER:
~ Not quite a rooftop bar, but similar vibe ~
• ReelHouse (East Boston) 🍹
• Dryft (Revere) 🍹
• Lolita (Fort Point) 🍹
• Alcove (West End) 🍹
See our listing of the most unique patios in Boston and surrounding areas here and rooftop restaurants in Boston here.
See our listing of Boston-area beer gardens and boozy gardens now open for the 2024 season.