Rooftop bars in Johannesburg

If you are after skyline views in Johannesburg, start here. 12 rooftop bars on the local map, sorted by what reviewers actually say. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Johannesburg.

Rooftop bars in Johannesburg

Rooftops around Johannesburg with a view and a drinks list, best-reviewed first. Sunset slots go first. Weather can close a rooftop with no notice, so keep a ground-floor backup in mind.

San Deck, Bar & Restaurant

★ 4.4 · 3,874 reviews · Sandton Sun Hotel Corner Fifth Street and, Alice Ln, Sandhurst, Sandton, 2196, South Africa · Expensive

The Ivy Garden

★ 4.4 · 1,809 reviews · 2 Arbroath Rd, Bedfordview, Germiston, 2007, South Africa

Flames

★ 4.3 · 1,445 reviews · 67 Jan Smuts Ave, Westcliff, Johannesburg, 2132, South Africa

Living Room Jozi

★ 4.4 · 1,262 reviews · Living Room, 5th Floor, Main Change Building, 20 Kruger St, City and Suburban, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa

Jojo Rooftop Lounge

★ 4.4 · 1,168 reviews · Floor 6, 289 Fox St, Maboneng, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa

The Rooftop Restaurant

★ 4.0 · 1,138 reviews · 2nd Floor, 99 Oxford Rd, Saxonwold, Johannesburg, 2132, South Africa · Moderate

Artistry JHB

★ 4.6 · 845 reviews · 22 Fredman Dr, Sandown, Sandton, 2196, South Africa · Moderate

Alto234

★ 4.5 · 360 reviews · 75 Maude St, Sandown, Sandton, 2031, South Africa

The Roof

★ 4.4 · 335 reviews · Infinity Business Park, 4 Peter Weinning Road, Fourways, Sandton, 2191, South Africa

Island Bar

★ 4.4 · 260 reviews · Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton, 1st Road, Hyde Park, Sandton, 2196, South Africa

Red Rooftop Bar & Terrace

★ 3.9 · 181 reviews · Oxford Parks, 4 Parks Blvd, Dunkeld, Randburg, 2196, South Africa · Moderate

The Engine Room Norwood

★ 4.3 · 46 reviews · 72 Grant Ave, Norwood, Johannesburg, 2117, South Africa · Moderate

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Rooftop nights in Johannesburg

Rooftops in Johannesburg are weather-dependent — have a ground-level backup in mind if the sky turns.
Arrive 30 to 45 minutes before sunset for the best tables; after dark the crowd (and the wait) builds.
Many rooftops enforce a dress code after a certain hour. When in doubt, smart casual beats sportswear.

About Johannesburg

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (coordinates -26.20, 28.04, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).

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Common questions

Where do these Johannesburg rooftop listings come from?

Google Places listings for Johannesburg with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.

Are Johannesburg rooftop bars seasonal?

Many are. Rooftop season follows the weather, so winter visits can disappoint — check the venue is actually open up top.

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