The best rooftop bars in Athens

10 Urban Roof sits high above Athens, offering a modern setting where you can have a drink while watching the city unfold below. This venue brings together contemporary design and views of the Greek capital, giving you a vantage point to see how Athens looks and feels from above. The relaxed, elevated setting lets you step away from the busy streets and still feel connected to the energy of the city. It captures what makes the rooftop bar scene in Athens appealing to both locals and visitors.

This bar is one of the places in Athens' rooftop scene where you can enjoy a full circular view of the city from a raised terrace. The bar focuses on cocktails made with skill and care. The staff is attentive and professional. You can take in views of ancient Athens and modern neighborhoods from above while enjoying a drink in a more relaxed setting away from the busy streets below.

Air Lounge Roof Bar is an elevated lounge area serving drinks in a comfortable environment with open views of the Greek capital. This rooftop bar fits perfectly into Athens's thriving rooftop bar scene, where visitors can experience the city from high above. The venue offers a relaxed place to enjoy a drink while staying removed from the bustle of the streets below.

Anglais Athens sits high above the streets as part of the city's rooftop bar scene, offering a place where locals and travelers gather. The bar draws inspiration from British tradition in its design and atmosphere, creating a refined yet comfortable space to take in views of Athens below. You can order various drinks, from classic cocktails to international selections, while watching the city unfold from your elevated vantage point. It's a spot to step away from the crowds and experience the city from a different perspective.

Attic Urban Rooftop is a bar on a terrace in the heart of Athens that serves cocktails and drinks in a modern setting. It is part of the city's active rooftop bar scene, where visitors can look down on Athens from above—seeing ancient monuments and modern neighborhoods. The staff provides professional service and creates a relaxed place that feels separate from the crowded streets below.

Bios is a cultural venue on a rooftop terrace in Athens where art and drinks go hand in hand. The space hosts concerts, exhibitions, and regular cultural events designed for the local community. You can enjoy a drink while experiencing live music, art, and the energy of Athens from above, making it a gathering spot that feels different from typical bars.

The Buena Vista Social Bar offers a rooftop terrace with Cuban character, serving rum, mojitos, and tropical cocktails in a warm setting filled with Latin music and dancing. It fits into Athens' rooftop bar scene, where locals and travelers gather above the streets to enjoy drinks and views of the city, from ancient monuments to modern neighborhoods.

Ciel Athens is one of the rooftop bars in this collection, offering a space where locals and visitors gather high above the busy city. This restaurant and bar serves Mediterranean cuisine and features an extensive wine list while you take in views across Athens. The year-round panoramic terrace lets you experience the city from above—from ancient monuments to the modern neighborhoods below.

City Zen Athens sits on an elevated terrace where you can enjoy drinks and cocktails while taking in views of Athens and its historical landmarks. As part of the city's thriving rooftop bar scene, this venue suits anyone looking to experience Athens from a different vantage point—high above the streets with views spanning ancient monuments and modern neighborhoods.

Couleur Locale is a bar situated on a raised terrace in Athens, where traditional Greek and Mediterranean elements shape the space. It fits naturally into Athens's rooftop bar scene by offering drinks in a setting that connects visitors to local design traditions while giving them a view of the city from above.

The Electra Metropolis Roof Garden is a planted green space on the hotel rooftop that offers restaurant and bar service. From this elevated terrace, you look out over Athens while enjoying a meal or drink surrounded by trees and plants. The space feels like a garden retreat high above the city streets, where the greenery creates a refreshing break from the urban environment below. It is a comfortable place to spend time, whether you want a casual drink or something more substantial to eat.

Ermou 18 Beyond the Horizon sits on a high terrace along Ermou street, serving drinks and providing open views across Athens. As part of the city's rooftop bar scene, this venue lets you sit above the streets and watch the city spread out before you, taking in sights of ancient monuments and modern neighborhoods while enjoying a drink.

The GB Roof Garden Restaurant sits atop the Grande Bretagne hotel and represents the refined side of Athens' rooftop bar scene. This venue serves elevated cuisine and offers panoramic views of the city, from ancient monuments to modern neighborhoods below. With its equipped terrace high above the streets, it captures the elevated dining and drinking experience that draws both locals and travelers seeking a different perspective on the Greek capital.

Horostasio sits on a high terrace serving traditional Greek specialties and local drinks in an authentic Athenian setting. The bar fits naturally into Athens's rooftop scene, offering visitors a chance to experience the city from above while enjoying regional food and classic drinks.

The rooftop bar at Hotel Novotel Athenes sits on the top terrace, offering a dining and bar space with views of Athens' ancient monuments. Here you can enjoy cocktails and snacks while floating above the city and looking down at its landmarks. It's one of those places where you get to see Athens from a new angle while having a drink in a relaxed, elevated setting away from the busy streets below.

Kalispera Athenian Tapas is part of Athens' rooftop bar scene and serves traditional Greek tapas alongside refreshing drinks. From its raised terrace, you can see panoramic views of the Greek capital stretching out below. This venue combines food and drinks in a setting where you can feel the energy of Athens while enjoying a meal above the crowded streets.

Mappemonde Restaurant Bar and Lounge sits high above the Athenian streets, serving contemporary Mediterranean cuisine and creative cocktails in a relaxed setting. As part of Athens' thriving rooftop bar scene, this venue offers views of the city while combining quality food and drinks in an elevated space away from the crowded streets below.

New Art Lounge is a modern space in Athens that brings together contemporary art exhibitions and bar service on an accessible urban terrace. You can enjoy wines and spirits in a relaxed setting while experiencing the creativity and energy of the rooftop bar scene. This venue combines artistic expression with casual socializing above the city streets.

The rooftop bar of this hotel sits on the top floor and serves light bites alongside cocktails, offering unobstructed views of Athens' historic monuments. From this elevated perch, you can watch the city by day and night while enjoying a drink in a relaxed setting removed from the busy streets below.

Nyx Rooftop sits high above the streets of Athens, offering sweeping views of the city and its ancient monuments. The bar serves cocktails and drinks in a modern setting where guests can relax and take in the surroundings. It's a place where you can step away from the crowds below and see the city's landmarks from above.

Olympias The Rooftop Bar is a high terrace serving cocktails and alcoholic drinks with views over Athenian neighborhoods and the Acropolis. This bar fits naturally into Athens' rooftop bar scene, where locals and travelers gather to experience the city from above. The terrace lets you enjoy drinks while looking out over ancient monuments and modern neighborhoods below.

The President Hotel Athens houses a restaurant and bar space on the hotel's top floor with open views across the urban center. This venue fits naturally within Athens's rooftop bar culture, where locals and travelers enjoy elevated experiences of the city. The space typically features skillfully made cocktails and a relaxed setting that combines the appeal of Athens with contemporary comfort.

Retire at Ergon House is a bar on the upper terrace of the hotel complex serving cocktails and spirits with views over the Greek metropolis. It is one of the places where you can experience Athens's rooftop bar scene—a spot where locals and travelers gather to see the city from above while enjoying a drink.

The Roof Garden at The Foundry Suites is an outdoor dining terrace perched atop the hotel, serving drinks and snacks while overlooking Athens below. This spot fits naturally into Athens's rooftop bar scene, offering an elevated vantage point where you can watch the city unfold beneath you. The terrace provides a relaxed setting to enjoy a drink away from the crowded streets, with views that shift from daytime bustle to nighttime city lights.

The Roof Garden Snack Bar sits on a terrace in Athens's city center, offering light meals and refreshments in an open-air setting. This spot fits naturally into the city's rooftop bar culture, where you can enjoy drinks and food while looking down at the streets below. The venue combines a relaxed pace with elevated views of the city's daily rhythm.

The terrace on the top floor of this luxury hotel serves as a place to enjoy cocktails and refined dishes while looking out at the ancient monuments of the city. It fits well into Athens' thriving rooftop bar scene, where travelers and locals gather high above the streets to experience the city from above. The bar has its own character with modern design and comfort, while offering a view over daily life in Athens.

The Safestay Athens Rooftop Bar is a dining and drinking spot located on the roof of the youth hostel, welcoming guests in a relaxed setting. Within Athens' thriving rooftop bar scene, this venue offers views of the city spread below—from ancient monuments to modern neighborhoods. Guests can enjoy drinks while watching the city from above, making it an easy place to meet other travelers and locals. The casual atmosphere makes it a laid-back option for experiencing Athens from a higher vantage point, away from the crowded streets.

The Artist Rooftop sits high above Athens, serving drinks in a space adorned with contemporary art and overlooking the Acropolis and historic quarters. This venue fits into Athens' thriving rooftop bar scene, where both locals and travelers gather to experience the city from above. The art displayed throughout the space transforms the setting into a place where drinks and culture come together naturally. From this elevated terrace, you can watch the city unfold while enjoying a more refined setting away from the crowds below.

Thea Terrace Bar is a rooftop bar in this collection of Athens venues that appeals to locals and travelers alike. From its high terrace, you look out over the rooftops of the Greek capital and can spot archaeological sites in the distance. The bar serves cocktails and light snacks in a relaxed setting, away from the crowds on the streets below. It fits well with the other rooftop spots in this collection, each offering a different way to experience the city from above.

Tudor Hall Restaurant is a fine dining establishment on a raised terrace in this collection of Athens rooftop bars. It serves refined cuisine while offering views of historic landmarks and the surrounding hills. From this vantage point, you can experience the city from above while enjoying carefully prepared meals.