Dining in Melbourne with a view

There’s one thing better than a fantastic meal or a sunset cocktail, and that’s when they’re served up with a stunning outlook.

By the Riverside

Summer days are made for the terrace at Merrywell Bar & Dining. Share plates take inspiration from around the world, while there’s a drinks list to please everyone. You can’t get closer to the river than at floating bar and restaurant Yarra Botanica. The drinks list is solidly Victorian, and the relaxed atmosphere makes it perfect for a Sunday session.

Hit the Roof

The theatre district is a hive of activity every night, but if you’re looking for somewhere to have a cheeky cocktail and a snack before the show, head to Good Heavens. The rooftop space has just been extended in time for summer. After the theatre, Siglo offers the perfect outlook of the lights of Parliament House and St Patrick’s Cathedral. On a warm evening, with its white-clothed tables and wicker chairs, it feels as though you’ve been transported to Europe. Another option is the lush, plant-filled two-level Loop Rooftop down art-filled Meyers Place. Book a table on level three if you want supper after the show.

On a High

Head to the thirteenth floor and enter a world of stories told through bold dishes and creative cocktails at Fable Melbourne. Whether you’re heading skywards for lunch, dinner or a nightcap, you’ll be dazzled by Melbourne’s towering skyline all around. Take a trip to Spain at Bomba Rooftop. Surrounded by towers and overlooking a footpath of plane trees, this stylish bar is open for drinks and a tasty range of snacks. Located on level 80 of the Ritz-Carlton, Atria is Melbourne’s highest restaurant, and the views stretch across the city and to Port Phillip Bay. The chefs use sustainably sourced, hyper-local ingredients, from seafood to bee pollen, to create exquisite dishes suitable for a celebration.

Ready to experience these amazing views? Buy your SkyBus Melbourne City Express tickets online now.