Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
Skyline Rooftop Bar - Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Why Smokopolitan
A rooftop bar in Venice, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting and a focused cocktail programme.
Smokopolitan Places · Veneto
The best cocktail bars, rooftops and lounges
in Venice.
Looking for where to go in Venice for cocktails, aperitivo or after-dinner drinks? This guide brings together 9 places selected by Smokopolitan. Each address is here for a specific reason: identity, drinks, atmosphere, setting or the overall experience.
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Where to drink and where to go in Venice
Different categories, one guide. Every section points to places that are actually included in the selection.
cocktail bars
Cocktail bars in Venice
9 places focused on cocktails, from contemporary bars to hotel bars with a distinctive drinks list.
rooftops
Rooftops and panoramic terraces in Venice
4 places selected for the view, terrace or sunset atmosphere. Always check seasonality and access before visiting.
lounges
Lounges, hotel bars and speakeasies in Venice
5 places where service, atmosphere and the pace of the visit matter as much as what is in the glass.
wine bars
Wine bars and wine experiences in Venice
1 place spanning wine bars, enoteche, wineries and hospitality rooted in the surrounding territory.
Drink + Cigar places
Drink + Cigar in Venice
1 place where drinks and cigar culture meet. Always confirm availability and the current smoking policy with the venue.
Full selection
9 places worth your time.
List position is not an absolute ranking. Destination, Worth a stop and Local gem indicate how strongly a place can justify a detour or a dedicated trip.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
Arts Bar & St. Regis Bar · The St. Regis Venice
Why Smokopolitan
Art-inspired mixology, bespoke Murano glassware and a Grand Canal terrace make this hotel bar a complete Venetian cocktail experience.
Check the current opening, access and venue details before visiting.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
Experimental Cocktail Club Venice
Why Smokopolitan
A hotel bar in Venice, selected for a focused cocktail programme and a characterful historic setting.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
TiME Social Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Venice, selected for its identity, drinks programme and overall atmosphere.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
Il Mercante
Why Smokopolitan
A cocktail bar in Venice, selected for a characterful historic setting.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
Rétro - Cocktail & Wine Bar
Why Smokopolitan
A drinks destination in Venice, selected for its wine selection and sense of place.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
Bar Longhi - The Gritti Palace
Why Smokopolitan
A hotel bar in Venice, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting, a focused cocktail programme and a specialist approach to spirits.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
La Terrazza Rooftop Bar at Palazzo Canova
Why Smokopolitan
A rooftop bar in Venice, selected for its rooftop, terrace or panoramic setting and a characterful historic setting.
Destination · worth the tripVenice · VE
LPV Bar - Londra Palace Venezia
Why Smokopolitan
A hotel bar in Venice, selected for a characterful historic setting.
Quick answers
Before you choose
What are the best cocktail bars in Venice?
Strong places in the Smokopolitan selection include Skyline Rooftop Bar - Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, Arts Bar & St. Regis Bar · The St. Regis Venice and Experimental Cocktail Club Venice. The guide considers identity, drinks and the full experience; it is not a ranking based on review volume.
Where can I find rooftops in Venice?
The guide includes Skyline Rooftop Bar - Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, Arts Bar & St. Regis Bar · The St. Regis Venice and Bar Longhi - The Gritti Palace. Always check hours, seasonality and access before setting off.
Where should I go at night in Venice?
For aperitivo, evening or after-dinner drinks, start with Skyline Rooftop Bar - Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, Arts Bar & St. Regis Bar · The St. Regis Venice and Experimental Cocktail Club Venice and compare the full selection by moment.
The Smokopolitan method
Editorial selection, not accumulation.
Places prioritises identity, considered drinks, atmosphere, hospitality and context. Hours, access and policies can change: always check with the venue before visiting.
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