High and Hidden Doors THE BEST ROOFTOP BARS, SPEAKEASIES, AND PIANO LOUNGES

FROM HISTORIC UNDERGROUND ESTABLISHMENTS TO RITZY SKYLINE VIEWS, THESE BARS AND LOUNGES ARE SURE TO WOW ANY PATRON.

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Step off the sidewalk and into another world. Whether you're sipping champagne under the stars or pushing through a hidden bookshelf to a velvet-draped room echoing with jazz, today's nightlife scene is as much about the experience as it is about the cocktail. Rooftop bars, speakeasies, and piano lounges offer patrons something more than just drinks, they deliver atmosphere, story, and sometimes, even a little magic.

Across the U.S., these venues range from opulent to understated, from buzzing rooftops high above the skyline to moody corners beneath the city streets. Here are some of the best places to raise a glass - and your expectations - wherever your next evening adventure takes you.

THE ROOF AT PARK SOUTH NEW YORK, NY

Midtown Manhattan meets modern elegance. This rooftop boasts seasonal drinks, globally inspired small plates, and panoramic skyline views perfect for a pre-theater drink or a romantic toast.

UPSTAIRS AT CAROLINE AUSTIN, TX

This playful rooftop bar offers frozen cocktails, shareable bites, and giant games in a casual, laid-back setting. A perfect Austin blend of skyline and sandals.

SKY-HIGH SIPS: ROOFTOP BARS WITH A VIEW

There's something inherently glamorous about rooftop bars. The elevation gives you a new perspective, the breeze carries conversation like music, and the skyline twinkles like the rim of a coupe glass.