5 Best Rooftop Bars In Washington, DC
Rooftop season is a vibe in the District! From downtown gems to neighborhood hot spots, there are tons of amazing options in the city. Here are five marvelous rooftops for cocktails and dining.
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Whiskey Charlie
Whiskey Charlie at the Wharf has one of the best rooftop bars with an amazing view overlooking the Southwest Waterfront DC. The ambiance is fabulous, drinks magnificent, and service superb! It’s an excellent spot to entertain guest, take a date, or unwind. You can see the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, and beautiful skyline over the Potomac River.
Check out this video for a fantastic night at Whiskey Charlie!
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Top of the Gate
Visiting DC you must venture to the Georgetown Harbor Waterfront and Watergate Hotel Top of the Gate. The Georgetown Waterfront is located at the Washington Harbor along the Potomac River. A docking spot for lavish boats, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and a marvelous view of the city. After touring Georgetown, walk over to the renowned Watergate Hotel for a spectacular rooftop view of the city at the Top of the Gate. During the winter they have igloos for dining and in the summer it’s one of the chicest rooftops to mingle and relax.
Check out this breathtaking view of the Kennedy Center, Georgetown Waterfront, and Arlington skyline.
Summit The Rooftop At Conrad
Enjoy a gorgeous rooftop bar and downtown skyline at The Summit at Conrad Washington DC. Nightlife in DC at its best. You walk into the hotel and a spa aroma melts the stresses of the day way. See an amazing sunset on the rooftop. It’s a beautiful, luxurious hotel with one of the best rooftop bars for drinks and hosting an event. I reunited with my Capitol Hill crew from 30 years ago for a marvelous evening! We were all young Senate staffers in our early 20s roaming the halls of Congress. Be sure to make reservations for rooftop seating because they fill quickly.
See the view for yourself in this video!
VUE Rooftop Bar
One of DC’s most popular downtown rooftop bars for over 20 years! This was Hotel Washington for many years then it reopened as the W Hotel and now it’s Hotel Washington. The fabulous panoramic views of the White House, Washington Monument, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and DC is quite unique. The VUE Rooftop Bar ambiance and design exudes chic and sexy. It’s definitely worth a visit!
U.S. Department of the Treasury
Colada Shop – 14th Street Rooftop
Cuban cocktails, coffee, food, and cozy rooftop are all you need to make the day go right. This vibrant and popular neighborhood spot is a cool place to relax and enjoy happy hour. I love the eco-friendly pouch way of sipping. The chicken empanadas are delicious and this is a perfect way to sip on the rooftop.
Although we have several stunning places, these are five of the best rooftop bars in Washington, DC. What is your favorite DC rooftop bar? Share your favorite in the comments below!
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Shawn, we’re going to have so many new places to try when we make it back to DC. Keep it coming!
Yesss!! You will know the city like a local honey 🤣. I will add to this list because there a more to hit up and you know I have to keep my Royal Family with the plug 🙌🏽. Thank you 🥰!