Miami certainly has its fair share of places to party, grab a drink, and generally just enjoy the tropical air, especially on a cool summer’s night. Miami has a reputation as a place to go to have a good time and when you’re craving a cocktail with a little something extra, why not try hitting up a rooftop bar. See the panoramic views of the city and the ocean as you sip some tropical cocktails and admire the beauty of Miami.
1. Rooftop Bar at E11even
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The E11even bar will give guests the best views of downtown. This is a bar and lounge, but later on at night it becomes a full on Miami nightclub located right at the top of the building. DJ’s, dancing, and drinks guarantee that you’ll party your face off. E11even is a pretty popular place, so much so that you might even see a celebrity or two. Grab a drink and gaze out at downtown Miami and feel like royalty.
Rooftop Bar at E11even
Address: 29 NE 11th Street, Miami, FL 33132
Website: E11even
2. Sugar
High on top of the East Hotel is one the city’s best rooftop bars offering views far out across Biscayne Bay to the east and north to downtown. The Asian influence of Sugar is apparent through its decor as well as the Asian inspired drinks and food choices. A lush garden serves as a nice barrier between the building and lounge, so although you’ll be atop a tall building, you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled into a secret getaway. Their food is to die for and their drinks are delicious, so head on over to Sugar for a great night.
Sugar
Address: 788 Brickell Plaza 40th Floor Miami, FL 33131
Operating Hours: 4 pm to 3 am
Website: Sugar
3. Pawn Broker
On top of the Langford Hotel is the Pawn Broker, rated one of Miami’s best new bars. At this spectacular location, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the city from right in the middle of downtown. It’s a mix of upscale cocktail lounge and hipster foodie experience. Many of their drinks come in cool containers with interesting flavor combinations that you may not have experienced before. An example would be the “Giggle Water,” a gin based drink that’s foamed up and served in a tiny bathtub. Yep, you read that correctly.
Pawn Broker
Address: 121 SE 1st Street Miami, FL 33131 (305) 420-2200 The Langford Hotel
Website: Pawn Broker
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4. Highbar
Posted by HIGHBAR on Tuesday, 30 September 2014
The appropriately named Highbar is a great spot to hit up during a hot Miami afternoon. Why? Because not only do you have the choice of tasty drinks but you can also take a dip in their rooftop pool. Enjoy a summer Miami day, cocktail in hand, while you cool off in the pool and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. Food is also an option in case you get hungry.
Highbar
Address: 1111 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139-4604
Operating Hours: 9 am to 2 am
Website: Highbar
Miami Tour Guide
Alexander Gorn
I was born in Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, in the Soviet Union, and left for the USA when I was 23 years old, just out of college. Leningrad was and still is a city with great cultural traditions. I fell in love with its world-famous museums, art galleries, theaters, and other attractions. I have been guiding tours for most of my life and began while still in high school. During the summer, Leningrad was visited by numerous youth groups from the UK and USA and English-speaking students were recruited to show them around. That is how I got my first taste of being a tour guide. I continued guiding through college and often worked with young adults. After leaving the USSR, I settled in New York City, went to graduate school, and started my own travel company in 1985. We primarily worked with international visitors showing them famous places of interest all over the country, from coast to coast. Though I had other tour guides working at my company, I continued to guide because it was rewarding and enjoyable. I traveled extensively throughout the country and that's how I first became acquainted with South Florida. I instantly fell in love with this beautiful place and eventually moved to the Miami Beach area. I love South Florida and want my tourists to feel the same way. I am exhilarated by its nature and history and I promise to get you excited as well. See you in Miami!
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5. Area 31
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
On the 16th floor of the EPIC hotel is Area 31. Although not a secretive as Area 51, this is still surely a place you’ll want to tell your friends about. Look at the glittering water of Biscayne Bay and the Miami River and feel like the king of Miami. Area 31 is a mix of casual and elegant and serves food as well. You’ll feel good knowing the chefs and management care about sustainability when it comes to the culinary experience serving food from local farms.
Area 31
Address: Kimpton EPIC Hotel, 16th Floor 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way Miami, FL 33131
Website: Area 31
6. Whisper Cocktail Lounge
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
In a newly renovated space, the Whisper Cocktail Lounge was redone with a lot of glitz and glamour. We’re talking bright whites and marble floors. Up on the fiftieth floor you’ll enjoy some stunning views of Miami or even the new renovations done to the bar. DJs occasionally will stop by and play a set, and guests can enjoy the Whisper Cocktail Lounge from both inside and out.
Whisper Cocktail Lounge
Address: 485 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL, 33131, United States
Operation Hours: 6 pm to 2:30 am
Website: Whisper Cocktail Lounge
7. Voodoo Rooftop Lounge
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
On a newly opened rooftop bar is the Voodoo Rooftop Lounge. Technically, it’s part of a restaurant as well, which means you will be able to get some grub if you’re feeling hungry after a few drinks. The rooftop bar also serves hookah if guests wish to partake in that, too. The Voodoo Rooftop Lounge features a cool mix of cocktails in a Polynesian themed atmosphere. Part restaurant, part rooftop bar, and part hookah lounge, the Voodoo is certainly a great spot to check out.
Voodoo Rooftop Lounge
Address: 928 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
Operating Hours: 11 am to 5 am
Website: Voodoo
8. The 1 Hotel
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
The Rooftop at the 1 Hotel is of course open to everyone, not only those staying at the hotel. The Rooftop Bar is also a lounge with a pool making it a great option for those looking for an afternoon cocktail and a dip in the pool. Featuring some of the best views in all the rooftop pools and bars in Miami, this bar is the place to visit. In one direction, you can see clear out into the Atlantic and in the other you’ll see the magnificent Miami skyline. Combine the ultimate Miami experience of urban sprawl and natural wonders of the ocean all in one amazing view while you sip a drink in the pool.
The 1 Hotel
Address: 2341 Collins Avenue, Miami Fl
Website: The 1 Hotel
9. C - Level
Located on the top floor, you’ll be able to look out onto the beautiful ocean in the distance as well as see a scenic view of the Miami skyline, ocean drive, and the beach. On Fridays and Saturdays, C-Level becomes more of a nightclub featuring bottle service, DJs, and a dance floor.
C- Level
Address: 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139-5014
Website: C-Level
10. Above Mayfair
Probably one of the lesser known rooftop bars in Miami is the regal Mayfair. Located on top of the elegant Mayfair Hotel, their cocktail bar gives guests a luxurious-casual vibe as they sip on fancy cocktails surrounded by the Miami skyline and sit by the rooftop pool. It offers a low key environment with an elegant atmosphere, perfect for people who don’t want to be surrounded by tons of people.
Above Mayfair
Address: 3000 Florida Avenue Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Website: Above Mayfair
Rooftop Elegance
Miami is a beautiful city that has some great places to grab a drink. Sit by the pool have a cocktail and admire the Miami skyline or even the ocean.
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