Guide to Best Rooftop Bars in Zurich
A Drink and A View in Zurich
In Summer one of the best places to enjoy a relaxing drink with a view is from a rooftop bar. Whether you’re opting for a vibrant orange Aperol, a “cüpli” or maybe simply a refreshing beer, rooftop life in Zurich has never been better. There are always new additions coming along – and if we’ve missed out one of your favourites simply tell us in a comment below!
La Mūna Rooftop at La Réserve Eden au Lac
The La Mūna Rooftop at La Réserve Eden au Lac offers the most breathtaking views over Lake Zurich and you really feel as is you are on a yacht. From 2pm till 5.30pm you can enjoy drinks with this spectacular 6th floor view. However, if you get the chance lunch or dinner at La Mūna Restaurant is highly recommended!
La Mūna Rooftop at La Réserve Eden au Lac
Address: Utoquai 45, 8008 Zürich
Email: info@lareserve-zurich.com
Tel: + 41 44 266 25 25
Visit La Réserve Eden au Lac Website here.
The Nest Hotel Storchen
Right in the centre of Zurich overlooking the Limmat is this stylish rooftop bar with stunning views and a great atmosphere opened on 1st August 2019 and is a great new addition to the rooftop scene. It’s klein aber fein so it can’t accommodate too many people up there – and the food menu is great.
The Nest Hotel Storchen
Address: Weinplatz 2, 8001 Zurich
Tel: 044 227 27 27
The Nest Hotel Storchen Website
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Dolder Grand Panoramic Sun Terrace
Dolder Grand Panoramic Sun Terrace
Address: Kurhausstrasse 65, 8032
Tel: +41 44 456 60 00
Visit the Dolder Panoramic Sun Terrace Website here
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Krug Terrace at the Dolder Grand
Enjoy champagne by the glass or the bottle on the Krug Terrace at the Dolder Grand from Thursday through till Sunday from 12 noon till 10pm. Why not team it with one of Heiko Nieder`s food creations, such as Currywurst, Dolder truffle fries or salmon tarte flambée?
Address: Kurhausstrasse 65, 8032
Tel: +41 44 456 60 00
000 Rooftop Modissa
The sixth floor Rooftop Restaurant Modissa also boasts a wonderful outdoor terrace with unparalleled views of Bahnhofstrasse. In one direction you can see Zurich main station and the other way you’re over looking the southerly part of Bahnhofstrasse and Urania. There’s a lift in Uraniastrasse or you can enter through the store. There is a great menu of cocktails (many Asian-inspired) and the cuisine is Asian inspired too. So whether you want to pop by for a coffee or cüpli and a view or fancy a meal, this rooftop is a deservedly popular location.
000 Rooftop, Modissa
Address: Bahnhofstrasse 74, 8001 Zurich
Tel: +41444 000 555
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George Grill and Bar
High over the rooftops on top of the Ober building next to the Casino, is the George Grill and Bar. A beautiful modern bar with comfortable seating and a wonderful selection of cocktails and drinks.
With great city views and an elegant ambiance the food comes highly recommended too.
George Grill and Bar
Address: Sihlstrasse 50, 8001 Zurich
Tel: +41 44 444 50 60
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Rigiblick Terrace
The second floor terrace of the Sorell Hotel Rigiblick, enjoys wonderful panoramic views across Zurich, the lake and far away toward the alps. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a wonderful drink or a fabulous meal whilst taking in the breathtaking views.
Rigiblick Terrace
Open: Wednesday – Sunday
Address: Germaniastrasse 99, 800 Zurich
Tel: + 41 43 255 15 70
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Grieder Bar
This tucked away terrace it is a lovely place to pop in for a refreshing drink or a glass of champagne after a hard afternoon’s shopping on Bahnhofstrasse. This leafy rooftop bar is located a short distance from Paradeplatz right in the heart of the city. Beautiful white parasols and comfortable seating make it hard to leave once you’ve sat down. The also have a very nice lights menu too. Only open during shopping hours.
Grieder Bar
Address: Bahnofstrasse 30, 8001 Zurich
Tel: +41 44 224 37 00
Visit the Grieder Website here
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Frau Gerolds Garten
Located close to Hardbrücke, you can sit upstairs at Frau Gerolds Garten and enjoy a great selection of drinks in a friendly, laid back and relaxed atmosphere. Your views from the top deck of the bar area across the city span over the SBB railway tracks but despite that you can enjoy the most wonderful sunsets. As well as drinks there is a limited but very tasty menu.
Frau Gerolds Garten
Address: Geroldstrasse 23, 8005 Zurich
Tel: 078 971 67 64
Visit Frau Gerolds Garten Website here.
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We hope you enjoyed this list and we have tried to keep it as up to date as possible – but do let us know if anything has changed since writing. Also do tell us if you have any favourites to add to the list!
