From skyline lounges to neighborhood decks, these Boston rooftops mix local flavor with real views. Most are independent, all are open in 2025. Start with a sunset plan—and book ahead on peak nights.
Rooftop Bars in Boston (2025)
11 Places
From skyline lounges to neighborhood decks, these Boston rooftops mix local flavor with real views. Most are independent, all are open in 2025. Start with a sunset plan—and book ahead on peak nights.
Rooftop at The Envoy
Bar
Seaport’s crowd-pleaser pairs sweeping harbor views with fire pits and seasonal cocktails. Frequently cited by Boston Magazine and Time Out, it’s a quintessential sunset stop with a lively local scene.
Trillium - Fort Point
Brewery
Beloved Boston brewery’s seasonal roof deck pours draft-only selections over Seaport. Spotlighted by Boston Magazine and Time Out, it blends serious beer with relaxed, neighborhood energy.
Dorchester Brewing Company
Brewery
A year-round rooftop greenhouse with skyline views, barbecue from M&M, and community vibes. Praised by Boston Magazine and Forbes Travel Guide; confirmed open for 2025.
Felipe's Taqueria
Mexican restaurant
Harvard Square’s long-running favorite serves hand-squeezed margaritas atop a festive roof deck. Regularly recommended by Boston Magazine and Time Out for its casual, crowd-friendly atmosphere.
The Lexington
American restaurant
Chef Will Gilson’s greenhouse-style rooftop at Cambridge Crossing feels distinctly local, with seasonal cocktails and New American plates. Featured in Boston Magazine’s up-to-date rooftop roundup.
Over the Charles Rooftop Bar
Permanently closed
Seasonal, 16th-floor perch above the Charles with stellar sunsets and local lagers; 2025 season confirmed. Highlighted by Boston Magazine, with trivia and live music on select nights.
Pier 6
Permanently closed
Locally run charmer with a roof deck overlooking the USS Constitution and skyline. A staple on Eater Boston and Boston Magazine lists; water shuttle connects with its sister spot across the harbor.
Sam Adams Downtown Boston Taproom
Brewery
Boston’s homegrown brewery powers a central roof deck above State Street with taproom-only releases and frequent events. Endorsed by Boston Magazine as a low-rise, history-soaked lookout.
The Essex Boston
Permanently closed
New for 2025 and locally helmed, this South Boston rooftop delivers skyline panoramas, frozen cocktails, and raw-bar snacks. Added to Eater Boston’s latest best-views list.
The Stratus - Rooftop Bar Boston
Cocktail bar
Boston’s highest outdoor bar crowns the Prudential with 360-degree vistas; ticketed entry via View Boston. Frequently recommended by Boston Magazine and Time Out for dramatic sunsets.
The Colonnade Hotel
Hotel
Back Bay’s public rooftop pool doubles as a seasonal bar with city views. Open for 2025; called out by Boston Magazine and The Times as a singular urban oasis.
