Best rooftop bars in Liverpool to take in the city

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Matou

Sitting above the Mersey Ferry terminal at Pier Head, Matou offers pan-Asian dining in one of Liverpool’s most impressive rooftop settings. The spacious terrace wraps around the restaurant, serving up panoramic views of the Three Graces, Albert Dock and beyond – on a clear day, you can even make out Wales across the water. On the menu, you’ll find contemporary pan-Asian dishes alongside inventive cocktails and a well-curated wine list. It’s as popular with couples seeking a romantic sunset dinner as it is with groups kicking off a night out, thanks to its unbeatable location and lively atmosphere. Try booking a river-facing table: the “Three Graces” views are the showstopper.

Address: 2nd Floor, Mersey Ferry Terminal Building, Georges Parade, Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1BY
Website: matou.co.uk

Goodness Gracious

Few rooftops in Liverpool boast a setting as postcard-perfect as Goodness Gracious. Perched atop a Grade II-listed former bank, this seasonal terrace offers uninterrupted views of the city’s Three Graces and the River Mersey. By day, it’s a serene escape for coffee, cocktails, and light bites under parasols; by evening, it becomes a golden-hour hideaway, where skyline sunsets provide the backdrop to chilled drinks and lively conversation. Open from spring through late summer, it’s all about relaxed indulgence in one of Liverpool’s most enviable outdoor spots. Grab a table at dusk, order a round of spritzes, and watch Liverpool light up around you.

Address: Goodness Gracious, West Africa House, 25 Water Street, Liverpool L2 0RG
Website: ohmeohmyliverpool.co.uk

Sky Bar

High above the city on the 18th floor of Innside by Meliá, Sky Bar 360 is Liverpool’s highest rooftop bar and one of its most glamorous. From its wraparound terrace, you’ll soak up views of the Mersey, the Wirral and the city skyline, with sunsets that are hard to beat. The menu blends seasonal cocktails with Mediterranean-inspired sharing plates, making it equally good for a midday bite or an evening of cocktails. Stop by between 5pm and 7pm for Aperitivo Time, when complimentary cicchetti are served with your order, or linger into the evening as resident DJs set the mood and the city glows below.