Crystal Bar, Rooftop bar and terrace on the 32nd floor in Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Crystal Bar is a rooftop bar and terrace on the 32nd floor in Puerto Madero with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views of the Buenos Aires skyline, the Río de la Plata, and the Uruguayan coast on clear days. The space flows across multiple levels with areas for both seated and standing guests.
The venue opened in September 2017 inside the Alvear Icon Hotel and quickly became the highest rooftop bar in the city. Its opening marked a turning point in how the port district developed its nightlife scene.
The bar features creative cocktails made with housemade syrups and local ingredients that reflect modern drink-making trends in Buenos Aires. You can watch bartenders craft both traditional and inventive recipes at the counter.
The bar operates Tuesday through Saturday starting at 6:00 PM and requires advance reservations to visit. There is a minimum consumption requirement on the glazed terrace area, and smart casual dress is expected.
Visitors can see the Uruguayan coastline across the wide river on clear days, a view made possible by the elevation and the clarity of light over the water. This sight reminds you of how vast the estuary truly is.
Location: Buenos Aires
Address: Aimé Painé 1130 piso 32, C1107 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 18:00-01:30
Phone: +541141140948
Website: https://alvearicon.com/gastronomia/crystal-bar-puerto-madero
GPS coordinates: -34.61054,-58.36179
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:00
Buenos Aires transforms the moment you climb a few flights of stairs. The street noise fades away, and the city reveals itself from above. Rooftop bars have become natural gathering spots throughout the city—in Recoleta's refined corners, Palermo's creative neighborhoods, San Telmo's historic streets, and along Puerto Madero's waterfront. Each terrace has its own feel: some embrace modern design with clean lines, others lean toward bohemian charm, and several create the perfect setting as daylight fades. When evening arrives, music and conversation blend together, glasses clink against tables, and the city's lights begin to glow across the entire horizon. These rooftop spaces function as social hubs where locals and visitors gather to share a drink, have conversations, and simply look out over the sprawling city. Sitting above the streets changes how you experience Buenos Aires—the pace slows down, the air feels lighter, and you gain a perspective that makes the entire metropolis feel personal. Whether you choose a sleek downtown bar with designer touches or a more relaxed spot with Argentine wines and classic cocktails, the view remains the same: a city that reveals itself differently when seen from above. It's a way to step away from the daily rush while staying completely connected to the energy below.
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