Rooftop bars in Saint John

Golden hour hits different from a rooftop, and Saint John has 12 rooftop bars to choose from. Here are the real ones, with ratings. When in doubt, call ahead. Saint John spots tend to keep their own hours.

Rooftop bars in Saint John

Cocktails above the streets: where Saint John goes for golden hour, according to reviews. Arrive before sunset for the view; the best tables rarely last past golden hour.

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Rooftop nights in Saint John

• Rooftops in Saint John 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 Saint John

Saint John, NB, Canada (coordinates 45.27, -66.06, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).

Sources for Saint John: Google Places listings with ratings, re-pulled regularly. If a venue has opened or closed recently, give the listings a week or two to catch up.

More rooftop bars nearby

Worth a short drive from Saint John: nearby towns with their own rooftop bars guides:

• Rooftop bars in Fredericton (89 km away)
• Rooftop bars in Kentville (124 km away)
• Rooftop bars in Moncton (135 km away)

Common questions

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