Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants in Florence
With 23 curated rooftop venues, Florence stands out as one of the top destinations for elevated dining and drinks in Italy. The rooftop scene here features rooftop bars, rooftop venues, giving you plenty of options whether you're looking for cocktails, a full meal, or a relaxed afternoon above the city. Including venues in Firenze and Firenze , this guide covers the wider Florence metropolitan area.
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Angel Roofbar & Dining
Florence, Italy
Overlooking Florence’s most iconic skyline, Angel Roofbar & Dining is a contemporary rooftop experience designed for every moment of the day. Here, modern Italian cuisine meets refined mixology in a setting that captures the essence of the city, with the Duomo as your backdrop. From golden hour aperitivo and dinner to late-night cocktails, Angel offers an elevated experience where every detail is designed to leave a lasting impression.
Restaurant The Tower - Antica Torre di Via Tornabuoni 1
Firenze, Italy
Restaurant The TowerOnly our guests can access the terraces and enjoy this unique view of Florence. The Dome of Santa Maria del Fiore, the hills of Fiesole and Settignano, the Arno River, the Santa Trinita Bridge and Via Maggio, the church of San Miniato a Monte, Forte Belvedere designed by Buontalenti, the hill of Bellosguardo, Palazzo Vecchio, the bell tower of Santa Trinita: wherever you turn, Florence will show you all its splendor. Enchanted by this view, you can spend time in our Panoramic Bar or in our Restaurant The Tower located in our Duomo Terrace. You will enter into communion with the city and you will satisfy your senses from the view to the taste, with the creations of our Chef. You will be viewer and protagonist of your own history from a stage that has no equal in the world.
701 Rooftop Bar
Florence, Italy
701 Rooftop Bar occupies the top floor of Gallery Hotel Art and looks out toward the Duomo, Giotto Tower, and Palazzo Vecchio. The layout includes panoramic terraces and a more polished design language than a simple open-air bar. It is a good match for guests looking for refined cocktails in a central luxury-hotel setting.
American Bar at Hotel Croce di Malta
Florence, Italy
This seasonal rooftop at Hotel Croce di Malta offers a simpler and more casual alternative to Florence’s more formal terraces. The setting centers on cocktails and open-air views over the city rather than a full dining concept. It is best for relaxed summer drinks in a hotel rooftop environment.
Aria Rooftop
Florence, Italy
Aria Rooftop crowns Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi and is designed as a panoramic terrace close to the Duomo. The space has a polished, contemporary mood with cocktails and curated bites served against wide skyline views. It is especially appealing for aperitivo with a strong visual connection to central Florence.
B-Roof at Hotel Baglioni
Florence, Italy
B-Roof is the panoramic rooftop restaurant and bar of Grand Hotel Baglioni near Santa Maria Novella. It mixes indoor dining with terraces and broad skyline views, giving it a more culinary and polished profile. It suits guests looking for a rooftop experience that balances drinks, food, and classic city scenery.
Cosimo Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Florence, Italy
Cosimo occupies the top floor of The Excelsior on Piazza Ognissanti and brings a refined rooftop format to the riverfront area. The setting is elegant and contemporary, with sweeping views across Florence. It is best suited to guests seeking cocktails and dining in a more formal atmosphere.
Divina Terrazza at Grand Hotel Cavour
Florence, Italy
Divina Terrazza is the rooftop bar of Grand Hotel Cavour, positioned a short walk from the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria. The terrace is arranged for cocktails and wine in a compact but scenic setting. It suits visitors who want a central rooftop stop with year-round usability.
Empireo, Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Firenze , Italy
Empireo features a rooftop terrace with a pool and wide views over the Arno River, Santa Croce, and the Florentine hills. The atmosphere is stylish and relaxed, especially at sunset when the city glows in warm colors. It’s a standout elevated venue for cocktails with a panoramic backdrop.
Hotel Croce di Malta
Firenze , Italy
Hotel Croce di Malta offers a rooftop terrace overlooking Florence’s rooftops and church domes, creating a calm and intimate open‑air setting. The atmosphere is relaxed, with soft lighting and a classic Florentine charm. It’s a peaceful elevated spot ideal for evening drinks.
Hotel La Scaletta Rooftop Bar
Florence, Italy
This rooftop terrace at Hotel La Scaletta is set near Ponte Vecchio on the Oltrarno side of Florence. It combines drinks, restaurant service, and broad views across the historic center and nearby hills. It is a great choice for visitors who want a central rooftop outside the main hotel-luxury cluster.
La Terrazza Rooftop Bar
Florence, Italy
This well-known Florence rooftop is associated with the Lungarno Collection and is positioned close to Ponte Vecchio. The focus is on cocktails, sparkling wines, and a stylish terrace experience with landmark views over the Arno and historic center. It remains one of the city’s classic choices for an upscale sunset stop.
Loggia Roof Bar at Hotel Palazzo Guadagni
Florence, Italy
Set above Piazza Santo Spirito, this terrace pairs a historic hotel setting with broad views over Oltrarno and the surrounding hills. The atmosphere feels classic and relaxed, making it well suited to aperitivo and evening drinks. It is a strong option for guests looking for a rooftop with character rather than a high-energy party scene.
Rooftop Bar DISOPRA at Hotel degli Orafi
Florence, Italy
DISOPRA sits atop Hotel degli Orafi near the Uffizi and looks across the Arno toward many of Florence’s most recognizable monuments. The terrace combines a central location with a more intimate hotel-rooftop feel. It is a good fit for guests who want classic views in a relatively elegant setting.
Rooftop Bar La Terrazza
Firenze, Italy
La Terrazza offers a chic rooftop lounge with close-up views of the Ponte Vecchio and the Arno River. The design is elegant and contemporary, creating a refined atmosphere above the historic center. It’s one of Florence’s most exclusive elevated cocktail spots.
Rooftop Pool & Bar at The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Florence, Italy
This rooftop venue is part of The Social Hub Florence Belfiore and adds a more modern, lifestyle-oriented option to the city’s rooftop scene. The space combines a pool, bar, and dining areas with elevated views that stretch toward the Duomo. It is well suited to guests who prefer a contemporary rooftop atmosphere outside the historic-core hotel circuit.
SE·STO on Arno
Firenze , Italy
SE·STO on Arno features a glass‑walled rooftop with sweeping 360‑degree views over Florence’s skyline. The atmosphere is modern and sophisticated, blending fine dining with panoramic cityscapes. It’s a prime elevated venue for sunset dinners and stylish evening drinks.
Terrazza Rossini at Hotel Kraft
Florence, Italy
Terrazza Rossini sits atop Hotel Kraft in the Santa Maria Novella area and combines restaurant seating, a bar, greenery, and a rooftop pool. The terrace feels more spacious than many central Florence rooftops and opens onto broad city views. It works well for lunch, sunset drinks, or a relaxed dinner above the rooftops.
Terrazza Rossini, Hotel Kraft
Firenze , Italy
Terrazza Rossini offers a rooftop restaurant and bar with views over Florence’s rooftops and church towers. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a mix of classic Italian charm and open‑air dining. It’s a relaxed elevated spot ideal for long summer evenings.
The Rooftop at Grand Hotel Minerva
Florence, Italy
This rooftop combines poolside daytime use with an evening cocktail-bar atmosphere on top of Grand Hotel Minerva. The terrace opens onto wide city views with the cathedral as a key focal point. It is especially attractive for travelers who want a hotel rooftop that transitions smoothly from day to night.
Tosca & Nino at La Rinascente
Florence, Italy
Tosca & Nino occupies the upper floors and terrace of La Rinascente in central Florence. The concept blends café, restaurant, and mixology elements with views over Piazza della Repubblica and the surrounding historic skyline. It is a convenient rooftop stop for a break during shopping or sightseeing in the city center.
View on Art Rooftop Cocktail Bar
Florence, Italy
View on Art is a casual rooftop near Piazza del Duomo with especially direct views of Brunelleschi’s dome and Giotto’s bell tower. The venue keeps the experience straightforward, centering on drinks, light bites, and the panorama. It is a practical option for visitors who want a central rooftop without a formal hotel-lounge atmosphere.
Villa Cora
Firenze, Italy
Villa Cora features elegant rooftop spaces overlooking the surrounding gardens and the hills of Florence. The atmosphere is luxurious and serene, shaped by historic architecture and lush greenery. It’s an intimate elevated setting ideal for refined evening drinks.