The 9 best rooftop happy hours in Sydney in 2026
Our ranking: rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney
- Cafe Sydney 4.5/5 Price level 4 out of 5
- O Bar and Dining 4/5 Price level 4 out of 5
- Aster 4/5 Price level 5 out of 5
- The Glenmore 4/5 Price level 3 out of 5
- Above 319 4/5 Price level 4 out of 5
- East Village Hotel 4/5 Price level 3 out of 5
- Babylon 4/5 Price level 4 out of 5
- Sky Bar 3.5/5 Price level 4 out of 5
- Harper Rooftop Bar 3.5/5 Price level 4 out of 5
The rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney in detail
Comparison: rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney
| # | Rooftop | Editor's rating | Price level | Type of venue | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cafe Sydney | 4.5/5 | Price level 4 out of 5 | Bar, Restaurant | Exceptional view |
| 2 | O Bar and Dining | 4/5 | Price level 4 out of 5 | Bar, Restaurant | Exceptional view |
| 3 | Aster | 4/5 | Price level 5 out of 5 | Bar, Hotel | Exceptional view |
| 4 | The Glenmore | 4/5 | Price level 3 out of 5 | Bar, Restaurant | Exceptional view |
| 5 | Above 319 | 4/5 | Price level 4 out of 5 | Bar, Hotel | Panoramic view |
| 6 | East Village Hotel | 4/5 | Price level 3 out of 5 | Bar | Panoramic view |
| 7 | Babylon | 4/5 | Price level 4 out of 5 | Bar, Restaurant | Panoramic view |
| 8 | Sky Bar | 3.5/5 | Price level 4 out of 5 | Bar | Panoramic view |
| 9 | Harper Rooftop Bar | 3.5/5 | Price level 4 out of 5 | Bar, Hotel | Panoramic view |
Editor's rating and price level: see how we select and rate rooftops.
The rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney on the map
Good to know
These rooftops run a happy hour: during set time slots, some drinks are served at reduced prices, sometimes alongside snacks or sharing plates. Conditions vary a lot from one venue to the next: which days, start and end times, which drinks are included, bar or table service, and whether the offer applies on the terrace. It may also be suspended during events, on public holidays or in peak season. Arrive early, as terraces fill up quickly after work, and check the current terms on the venue's official website or social media. Please drink responsibly.
FAQ: rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney
Which of the rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney is the top rated?
According to our editors' rating, the top rated is Cafe Sydney, with 4.5/5.
Which rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney are the most affordable?
The most affordable in this selection are The Glenmore and East Village Hotel (price level 3/5).
Which rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney have an exceptional view?
4 have a view our editors rate as exceptional: Cafe Sydney, O Bar and Dining, Aster and The Glenmore.
Is there a dress code at the rooftop bars with happy hour in Sydney?
According to our listings, 5 venues in this selection have a dress code: Cafe Sydney, O Bar and Dining, Aster, Babylon and Sky Bar. Check the required attire on their official websites.
