Washington DC's rooftop bars offer a different way to experience the city. From these high-up perches scattered across town, you look out over the monuments, office buildings, and neighborhoods that make up the capital. Each venue has its own personality: some focus on craft cocktails and creative drinks, others emphasize food, and many simply give you a place to sit back and take in the view. Whether you're at a sleek modern bar with floor-to-ceiling windows, a casual spot with grass and games, or a retro-inspired lounge, rooftop venues let you see Washington from a fresh angle. You get the energy of the city without the street-level crowds, making them perfect for an evening out or a quiet moment with a drink in hand. The bars scattered throughout different neighborhoods mean there's always one nearby, wherever you find yourself in town.
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Top of the Gate is an elevated bar serving drinks and cocktails with views of the monuments and buildings of the American capital. This venue fits perfectly within this collection of leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, where guests can enjoy cocktails and light food in high-altitude settings. From this location, you see the city from a fresh vantage point.
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12 Stories is a rooftop bar in Washington DC serving cocktails and modern cuisine in a contemporary setting with an outdoor terrace overlooking the business district. This venue fits perfectly within a collection of leading rooftop bars across the American capital, offering drinks and light food in elevated settings throughout various neighborhoods.
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Bar Deco is a rooftop cocktail bar in Washington DC that brings the 1920s to life. Vintage furniture and period lighting create the setting where you can enjoy drinks and light food while taking in views of the American capital. This venue captures the style and elegance of a bygone era while offering a modern rooftop experience.
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Crimson View is a rooftop restaurant and bar that offers an elevated perspective over Washington DC. Creative cocktails and contemporary dishes are served in a modern space with red-toned décor. This venue fits perfectly into the collection of leading rooftop bars in the American capital, providing guests with views and a relaxed setting high above the city streets.
Washington DC, United States
Cut Above is one of the leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, housed in a modern space where attentive staff serve cocktails and drinks. From this elevated venue, you can take in views across the city while enjoying the refined atmosphere.
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Elipse Rooftop Bar is a rooftop terrace in the Ellipse neighborhood of Washington DC that serves cocktails and snacks with views of downtown monuments. This bar is among the leading rooftop bars of the American capital, offering guests an elevated setting to enjoy drinks and take in the city from above.
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Hi Lawn is one of the leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, featuring an elevated terrace with artificial grass where guests enjoy cocktails and food in a relaxed setting. The venue offers views across the American capital and provides a casual space to unwind.
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H St Country Club is a rooftop bar in Washington DC that brings together cocktails, games, and a relaxed social setting. The venue draws inspiration from classic American country clubs, with decor and a welcoming approach that encourage guests to spend an evening playing board games, enjoying drinks, and taking in views from above the city. It stands out among the rooftop bars of the capital for its focus on leisure and community.
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Hush Rooftop Bar is an elevated cocktail venue that fits perfectly into Washington DC's rooftop bar scene, offering guests a modern setting with views across the American capital. The bar provides personalized service in a quieter environment, making it a good choice for those seeking to enjoy drinks above the city without the crowds that define many other rooftop destinations.
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Jack Rose is an elevated terrace in Washington DC that fits into this collection of leading rooftop bars offering views over the American capital. The bar focuses on spirits with a large collection of American and international whiskeys, along with a menu of classic and contemporary cocktails.
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Lost Society is one of the leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, offering views over the American capital. The venue features décor inspired by early 20th-century private clubs and serves craft cocktails in a setting that evokes the discreet societies of the past.
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Officina is a Mediterranean-influenced rooftop bar in this collection of leading rooftop venues in Washington DC. The bar serves cocktails inspired by Italian tradition and offers light cuisine in a setting that recalls artisanal workshops. From this elevated location, you can take in views over the American capital.
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Over Under Sportsbook Rooftop Lounge is an elevated bar in Washington DC that serves cocktails and light food in a relaxed setting with city views. This rooftop venue features screens showing live sports events and appeals to visitors seeking drinks paired with entertainment.
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Skybox at The Players Club is a rooftop dining space for sports fans in Washington DC. This venue combines a cocktail menu with light food offerings while showcasing the city's skyline. The space features large screens for watching games, making it an ideal spot for those seeking elevated dining with views of the American capital.
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Smoke and Mirrors is a rooftop bar in Washington DC featured in this collection of the city's top rooftop bars. This venue sits elevated above the street and features theatrical decor throughout its space. The lighting is soft and subdued, creating an intimate setting. Contemporary furniture fills the interior. Creative cocktails are the focus of the drink menu here.
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Summit The Rooftop at Conrad is a restaurant and bar at the top of the Conrad Hotel in this collection of leading rooftop bars in Washington DC. The venue serves refined cuisine and cocktails with terrace service overlooking downtown.
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Takoda DC is an elevated venue with panoramic views of the capital. This rooftop bar serves cocktails and light food in a modern setting in the heart of the district, offering one of the best vantage points over Washington DC.
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The Takoda Navy Yard is a rooftop bar in Washington DC featuring a terrace that overlooks the Navy Yard and the Anacostia River. From this elevated setting, you can see the modern buildings that have recently transformed this former industrial area. The venue serves cocktails and light food while you take in views of the American capital.
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The Graham Georgetown Rooftop is a rooftop terrace atop the hotel in historic Georgetown, providing elevated views of cobbled streets and nearby colonial architecture. This bar is among the leading rooftop bars in Washington DC and serves cocktails and light food in an elevated setting above one of the city's most character-filled neighborhoods.
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The Rooftop at The Ven at Embassy Row is an outdoor space on top of The Ven Hotel along Embassy Row. From here, you can observe diplomatic residences and city landmarks. This venue fits well into this collection of leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, as it serves cocktails and light food in an elevated setting over the American capital.
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Top of the Yard is an elevated dining venue in the Navy Yard area of Washington DC. The bar serves cocktails and light food with views over the surrounding residential and business districts. It fits well into the collection of leading rooftop bars across the American capital.
Washington DC, United States
Vue Rooftop is one of the leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, serving cocktails and light food in an elevated setting. This raised terrace offers refreshments and light meals with wide views of the urban horizon and the surrounding cityscape.
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Whiskey Charlie is a rooftop bar in this collection of leading rooftop venues in Washington DC. The venue serves a broad selection of American and international whiskeys with professional mixology service. From its elevated terrace, visitors enjoy cocktails and light food while taking in views over the American capital.
Clarendon, Arlington, United States
Whitlows DC is one of the leading rooftop bars in Washington DC, offering an elevated outdoor space with drink and dining service. Located in Clarendon, Arlington, the venue provides open views over the surrounding city. This bar fits perfectly within a collection of rooftop venues across the capital where visitors can enjoy cocktails and light food in elevated settings.