Where to Find the Best Rooftop Bars in Adelaide

A stunning terrace location plays host to the perfect spot for a drink along the riverside. Take in the sweeping views of the hills and the coast at SOL Rooftop. Sol Restaurant also has some of the State’s best produce on offer, including the option of a fully plant-based menu. Whether you’re visiting during the day or night, you’ll find a curated and seasonally rotating cocktail and wine list, perfect for those visiting at different points in the year. 

Atop the 5-star Mayfair Hotel is the glass-topped, al fresco terrace HENNESSY Rooftop Bar. This bar, with a gorgeous view of the city skyline, gives the feeling you’ve stepped into another world. Sit under a lush-green vertical garden with friends, family, or your significant other. A premium drinks menu with fine champagne, house cocktails, tasty bar snacks and more will keep you busy for a few hours. This spot leans towards the high-end, to dress up and expect to spend. 

On the corner  of King William Street and North Terrace, at the top of one of Adelaide’s most iconic buildings, sits a bar with breath-taking views and tasty cocktails. 2KW looks out at the River Torrens towards the Adelaide Oval and beyond. There are a number of areas to relax at this venue, each with their own atmosphere and vibe. Snack on some bar treats or work your way through the cocktail menu while experiencing Adelaide the proper way. 

This is the original rooftop bar of Adelaide. Spread over two levels, The Gallery is filled with amazing art and delectable alcoholic beverages. Located on corporate Waymouth Street, we highly recommend this jaunt for those eager to loosen up after a long working week. 

Suitable for all types of weather, the Verandah Bar at The Strathmore is the place to sip on a cheeky cocktail while looking out at the leafy boulevard of North Terrace. This rooftop bar offers both a bar and a dining area, with the retractable roof offering year-round fun. Head indoors to the lounge for further comfort or to sample their bar snack menu.

Tucked down a laneway is this specialty wine bar with an unpretentious attitude. Proof Wine Bar has a sleek style with an intimate upstairs terrace that sits pretty between the high-rise buildings. Sit within the garden-like terrace while catching up with friends for a pre-dinner bev or after-work drink. Select from sashimi, pasta, and burgers on their substantial menu thanks to their sister restaurant Press. 

Take a hop, skip and jump from Adelaide Central Market and you’ll find the gorgeous rooftop bar of Merrymaker. Atop Hotel indigo, this bar is the right place to enjoy a creative cocktail, coupled with rustic, home-style Australian food including fresh seafood from a raw food bar.