When I started looking for rooftop bars in Medellin I didn’t expect to find many. So, I was quite surprised to discover a few really nice ones! And, they are some of the best bars in Medellin, in my opinion.
I spent a month in Medellin and made it my mission to try all the rooftop bars I could find. I don’t know if you share this feeling but I just love rooftop bars, especially when I am in a new city.
They often give you a great view of the city, beautiful sunsets if you are lucky and most rooftop bars come with a good cocktail list as well.
And I have to say that Medellin, “City of Eternal Spring“, does have the perfect climate to enjoy a few rooftop bars!
6 of the Best Rooftop Bars in Medellin
1. Alambique
Calle10 #43a-30, El Poblado
This is probably my favorite rooftop bar in Medellin because of the relaxed vibe.
Alambique is located above an art gallery and with its wooden interior and mismatch of chairs it feels more like a cozy coffee shop than one of those standard, hip rooftop bars.
The amount of plants and other greenery is a nice addition, especially in a hectic and polluted city like Medellin.
The bar doesn’t have a good city view, but it does offer great cocktails and excellent food. They also regularly have live music.
If you are looking for a casual rooftop bar in Medellin then I highly recommend this one. If you want to have dinner here you might want to make reservations as it does get crowded at times.
Tip: Alambique is a little tricky to find. Its location on Google Maps is accurate but there is only a tiny sign for the rooftop bar. You will see small double doors, with behind that a staircase. Go up the staircase to get to Alambique.
2. Envy
Calle 9a #37-16, El Poblado
If you are looking for a rooftop in Medellin with a pool, Envy is the place to be!
Envy is your typical, trendy rooftop bar. It is expensive compared to other bars in Medellin, but the view of the city is great, and it’s a good location if you want to watch the sunset.
They offer good sushi, and the swimming pool is a very nice addition, especially on one of the many warm days in Medellin.
And although it is the type of rooftop bar you could find anywhere in the world, the atmosphere is good. I definitely recommend having at least one drink here around sunset.
With its upscale ambiance, you do want to dress up a bit, especially if you go here in the evening.
Envy is located on the roof of The Charlee Hotel.
3. Panorama
Laureles location: Carrera 73 con circular 3 – 8
Provenza location: Calle 8 #34-33
Panorama rooftop bar has two locations: one in the cute neighborhood of Laureles and one in Provenza, by the more touristy Poblado.
Both locations are quite similar: a bit of greenery in a concrete jungle. Neither location has much of a view, but both places have been filled with plants and other greenery which almost makes you forget you are in the middle of the city.
I found their dinner menu a bit limited but the food they do offer is great and creative. And on Sundays they offer Brunch. So if you are looking for a rooftop restaurant in Medellin, these places can be a good option.
But, if you are just looking to have a drink, they have a good list of cocktails as well.
The vibe here reminded me somewhat of many trendy Southern Californian restaurants: it feels laid-back enough to walk in wearing flip flops yet then when you look around you’ll start to feel you should have dressed up more…
As goes for all these rooftop bars in Medellin: prices are higher than in most other bars and restaurants in the city, but you get a great ambiance in return.
4. Mosquito Rooftop
Calle 10A #40-19, El Poblado
Mosquito is a small, cozy rooftop bar in Medellin with a good view.
It’s located on top of The Somos Beats Hotel in El Poblado and open every day, perfect for sunset drinks or a relaxed evening.
The bar often has DJs playing, which makes the atmosphere fun without being too loud. The views over the city are great, and the cocktails are worth sticking around for.
5. Lienzo Rooftop
Calle 47 #41-55
Lienzo is a cozy rooftop café and restaurant.
The rooftop bar has a nice vibe, a good selection of cocktails, and some nice food.
And, they open at 9AM, making it a good breakfast spot as well.
6. The Up Garden Rooftop
Carrera 41 #9-31, El Poblado
The Up Garden is located on the roof of Art Hotel Boutique Medellin, in the touristy heart of the city.
It fits in perfectly with the hotel by offering a creative, modern design with lots of plants and a subdued, bohemian feel.
After Envy, this is the rooftop bar in Medellin with the best views of the city.
The Up Garden offers an extensive menu and feels more like a restaurant with a nice bar than a bar that happens to offer food.
4 Other Rooftop Bars Worth Checking Out
1. La Deriva
La Deriva, on top of the Click Clack Hotel, has a cool beach-inspired vibe and great cocktails with city views. It does get loud on busy nights though, so it’s not the spot if you’re after something more relaxed.
2. 360 Rooftop Bar
As the name suggests, 360 Rooftop Bar gives you sweeping views of Medellín from the 11th floor of Haven A Design Hotel — definitely worth it for the panoramic views.
3. Zarzo Rooftop Bar
This stylish spot combines creative cocktails with live jazz, making it one of the more elegant rooftops to spend an evening in Provenza.
4. Alien Lounge
Alien Lounge is fun if you’re in the mood for something different — think galactic theme, shows, and plenty of energy.
Final Thoughts
Medellín’s rooftop bars are all about soaking up the city’s energy from above, whether you’re after a casual cocktail, live music, or a stylish sunset hangout.
A little tip: the best time to go to most of these is around golden hour, when the city looks its most magical and you’ll often get the best vibe too.
Reservations are usually a good idea if you plan to have dinner. And yes, prices are higher than at your average neighborhood bar, but the views, ambiance, and overall experience make it well worth it.
Enjoy checking out some of these rooftop bars in Medellin!
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Up rooftop restaurant is pretty nice.
To me the best rooftop in Medellin is Azotea 360, the view is Spectacular, its family oriented and has a really nice vibe, they usually have a DJ playing and sometimes even live presentations. Its easily accessible and the food quality is really good. Pricing wise I have no complaints, and due to its concept the menu was super varied.
The best rooftop bar in Medellin I would say is Mosquito rooftop at the Somos hotel