Rooftop Bars in Amsterdam
35 spots across 4 neighborhoods, curated by locals.
Amsterdam after dark is best navigated with local intel. These 35 bars and drinking spots across 4 neighborhoods are where the city actually goes — hidden cocktail rooms, natural wine bars, and neighborhood institutions, all rated 4.6★ on average by people who've stood at the bar.
Begin your evening in Noord and drift toward Oost as the night goes on. Mosob Asmara is the crowd favorite — arrive early or expect a wait.
All 35 rooftop bars spots in Amsterdam — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
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Sonora Bar
Café Mankind
KAIA Contemporary Greek
Cafe Slijterij Oosterling
OTEMBA- gyoza
Boutique Del Caffe Torrefazione.
Café Eddy Bar
Poppy's Restaurant de Pijp
NJoy
Rainbowls Amsterdam
Koffiehuis "De Markt"
Canvas
café R. de Rosa
Bar TwentySeven
Vault Bar
On the Roof
Zoku Amsterdam
Hiding in Plain Sight
REM
Bar The Tailor
Bar Claes
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Ventuno Skylounge
Pulitzer's Bar
Bar Brasserie OCCO
Half Moon Lounge
Sky Bar
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best rooftop bars in Amsterdam?
Polomaps has curated 35 rooftop bars spots in Amsterdam, rated 3.5+ stars by real visitors. Top picks include Mosob Asmara, TWENTYSIX restaurant (GREEN), Sonora Bar. All recommendations come from locals, with tourist traps filtered out.
Which neighborhoods in Amsterdam have the best rooftop bars?
The best neighborhoods for rooftop bars in Amsterdam include Noord, Oost, De Pijp, Centrum. Each has its own character and local favorites — this guide groups every spot by neighborhood so you can explore one area at a time.
How can I find these rooftop bars spots near me in Amsterdam?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every spot in this guide on a live map around you, get walking distances, and save your favorites. You can also search anything specific — the app finds local, well-rated places for any craving, in Amsterdam or anywhere else.
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