A delicious dinner with a good glass of wine and a beautiful view of Rome, how good does that sound? Enjoy a delightful Italian dish while overlooking the Colosseum or one of the other beautiful buildings in the capital of Italy. Rome is the perfect destination for a romantic city break with many historical places to visit. To fully prepare for your city trip, let us introduce you to the 5 best rooftop bars in Rome!
Via Labicana, 125, 00184 Rome
+39 06 7759 1380
The restaurant Aroma is mentioned in the Michelin guide and is located on the beautiful roof of the luxury Palazzo Manfredi. Here you can order delicious dishes and at the same time enjoy a beautiful view of historic buildings including the Colosseum. If you like quality dishes prepared with rich ingredients, then you should definitely visit this rooftop: they offer authentic gourmet menus made by chef Giuseppe Di Iorio. The rooftop bar is open all year round and is decorated as if you are actually enjoying a garden in Rome.
Hotel Raphaël Largo Febo, 2, 00186 Rome
+39 06 9480 6631
In the restaurant on the terrace of Hotel Raphael Rome you can enjoy a good dinner and a delicious Prosecco. Also from this rooftop you have a great view of Rome, the picture above says enough, right?! This restaurant is quite small and is not very known so you have a greater chance of a free table. It is perfect if you just want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere.
Atlante Star Via Giovanni Vitelleschi, 34 00193 Rome
+39 06 6873233
Located at the top of Hotel Atlante Star you will find one of Rome’s most romantic rooftop bars. It is decorated with taste, as if you are in a garden in the middle of the city, with comfortable lounge sofas and large parasols. Since this rooftop bar is also located in the middle of the city, you also have a view of the most historic buildings in Rome. Drinking a glass of wine in this restaurant is perhaps one of the most beautiful experiences of your visit to Rome.
Via di Pietra, 89, 00186 Rome
+39 06 6749701
Above you see a photo of the upper terrace. It has large parasols to protect you from the midday sun in Rome. It is an exclusive rooftop bar located on the roof of the Albergo Cèsari which is open every day of the week. It is divided into two terraces (one higher than the other) where you both, of course, can enjoy a beautiful view. Camillo, one of the employees and popular in the catering world in Rome, serves the best cocktails. We therefore recommend you to taste one of his specialties when you visit this terrace.
Mecenate Palace Hotel Via Carlo Alberto, 3 00185 Rome
+39 6 44 70 20 24
From this terrace you can enjoy a beautiful view of Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, up to 360 degrees! It is the perfect place for a snack and a drink (they have a huge wine selection!) – during sunset. The chef usually prepares the tastiest Mediterranean and local recipes.
Jumping from terrace to terrace is a nice way to visit Rome, especially if you are here for a romantic holiday. And of course also to discover the beautiful monuments from a ‘high perspective’. Enjoy the tastiest Italian dishes together in the perfect setting.
This is our selection with the 5 best rooftops bars in Rome, but the city has many more beautiful places where you’ll definitely fall in love with. Wouldn’t it be great if you could see them all? Discover everything in our full City Guide of Rome!