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Best Rooftop Bars in Brisbane: City Views and Cold Drinks
Brisbane's warm subtropical climate makes rooftop drinking a year-round pursuit, and the city has answered with a strong crop of elevated bars across the CBD, South Bank and Fortitude Valley. The best spots offer views across the Brisbane River skyline and Story Bridge, along with well-considered drinks lists and food menus. Entry policies and operating hours change seasonally, so confirming before you visit is worthwhile.
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Eleven Rooftop Bar
A well-known CBD rooftop venue with sweeping city views, an outdoor terrace and a menu of cocktails and contemporary food.
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Sky Lobby, W Brisbane
The rooftop bar at the W Hotel on the riverside, with 360-degree city and river views and a polished cocktail program.
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Riva Rooftop
A rooftop bar and restaurant in South Brisbane with views across the river to the city skyline and a Mediterranean-leaning menu.
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Savile Row
A Fortitude Valley rooftop bar popular for weekend afternoon sessions, with a relaxed atmosphere and views over the Valley's entertainment district.
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Rooftop Bar at The Emporium
A South Bank hotel rooftop with river views, a pool bar and a cocktail list, a well-located option between the cultural precinct and the city.
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