3 Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando

In our list of Orlando’s best rooftop bars, we shine a spotlight on the city’s often overlooked Downtown core which has a decent spread of venues to visit. Here, you can clink drinks, enjoy nibbles, and in some cases, dance the night away above street-level to the hottest DJ-spun tunes.

Orlando isn’t blessed with the most spectacular of skylines, which means that most of the rooftop bars on our list are only a few floors up—good news if you’re not great with heights. Still, the building lights glitter and the sunsets are fabulous. Plus, there are plenty of dreamy cocktails to try.

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1. Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Swanky after-dark haunt with private cabanas and bottle service

Good for: Luxury, Nightlife

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge boasts an effervescent party atmosphere that matches its neon lasers, signature cocktails, and stable of exciting DJs. Come here to raise a toast with friends and dance on the outdoor terrace to reggae, top 40, old-school hip-hop, and pulsing EDM (Electronic Dance Music).

Aero’s good-time atmosphere is helped in no small part by some rather enticing drinks promos (think 2-4-1 shots every hour), private cabanas for hire, and glamorous bottle service (a must if you’re with a large group). When you’re not letting your hair down, you can relax on the sofas and take in the glittery views of the Downtown skyline. Plus, there’s no cover charge.

Location: 60 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801, USA

Open: Thursdays–Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm, Sunday from 6 pm to 11 pm (closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday)

Phone: +1 407-274-8452

2. Hanson’s Shoe Repair

One of Downtown’s hippest mingling spots

Good for: Nightlife, Unusual

For the coolest craft cocktails in the city, head to Hanson’s Shoe Repair. This former cobbler’s shop-turned-speakeasy is reminiscent of the 1920’s Prohibition era with its hard-to-find entrance, secretive entry password (you can find it on social media), and vintage interior which features plenty of warm wood, ambient lighting, and gilt picture frames.

Intimate might be an understatement— there are only a dozen or so seats inside and standing space for around 20 folks. After chewing the fat with the bartender, head outside to the rooftop terrace to watch live music or catch a film. Must-try drinks include the Cat & Canary, the sweet and spicy Sierra Norte, and the fruity and floral Victory Rose. Read more

Location: 27 E Pine St, Orlando, FL 32801, USA

Open: Daily from 8 pm to 2 am

Phone: +1 407-476-9446

3. One80 Skytop Lounge

Hip after-game haunt beneath the spire of the Kia Center

Good for: Food, Nightlife, Photo

One80 Skytop Lounge woos punters with its exclusive seating, VIP bottle service, ritzy hors d’oeuvres, and spectacular views of the Orlando skyline. Throngs of basketball fanatics flock here after the game from the stadium below, especially if NBA’s Magic have beat the competition.

One80 Skytop is also a great place to come if you want to celebrate your vacation on your final night in the city. Dance to whatever the DJ is spinning while sipping on zesty lemon drop martinis. Take selfies against the skyline backdrop and mingle with the locals.

Location: Amway Center, 400 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32805, USA

Open: Friday–Saturday from 10.30 pm to 2 am (closed Sunday–Thursday)

Phone: +1 407-913-0180

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