Best Places for Cocktails with a View in NYC

Sip in the Sky: Rooftop Drinks & Skyline Views

From sunsets over the Hudson to glittering city lights, there’s no better way to enjoy a drink in NYC than with a view. Here are our top spots for cocktails with a skyline backdrop, starting at the top—literally. 

Edge Bar at Edge NYC

Located on the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, the Edge bar is the ideal place for an unforgettable happy hour. Sip champagne or a signature cocktail while leaning against angled glass walls and soaking in the panoramic views. Visit Edge 

Peak with Priceless

Head upstairs to the 101st floor for Peak with Priceless, an upscale spot with floor-to-ceiling windows and craft cocktails. It’s the perfect date night or celebration destination. Don’t miss their seasonal menu or curated wine list. Visit Peak with Priceless 

Refinery Rooftop

This Midtown rooftop offers Empire State Building views and a lively after-work scene. Enjoy light bites and creative cocktails with a distinctly NYC vibe. Visit Refinery Rooftop 

Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge

Located in DUMBO, Harriet’s at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge offers stunning views of downtown Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge. Go for sunset and stay for the ambiance. Visit Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge 

230 Fifth Rooftop Bar

230 Fifth offers unobstructed Empire State Building views and frozen drinks perfect for summer nights. Visit 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar 

Bonus: Dance the Night Away at Marquee Skydeck

Edge transforms into NYC’s highest nightclub every Friday and Saturday night this summer with Marquee Skydeck. Sip cocktails and dance under the stars more than 1,100 feet above the city. Learn more about Marquee Skydeck