Smack in the middle of Times Square—two blocks from Madison Square Garden and perfectly perched with panoramic skyline views—Vue 180 is a rooftop bar that brings elevated energy to the heart of NYC. True to its name, the turf-furnished terrace offers sweeping, 180-degree views that include Hudson Yards and the iconic Empire State Building.
You can soak it in year-round thanks to a climate-controlled indoor lounge that connects seamlessly to the outdoor space, complete with high-end seating, flat-screen TVs and winter-ready perks like space heaters and cozy igloos.
Free entry for guests 21+ keeps the vibe accessible, while live music on select nights and ticketed open-bar events add a little extra buzz. The food and drink menu comes courtesy of a Manhattan-based chef, which means elevated cocktails and light bites that actually hold their own against the view.
Planning a big night? The rooftop can be reserved for private events, from polished corporate mixers to just-because-it’s-NYC celebrations. Expect customizable spaces, cocktail and beer towers, top-tier AV setups and all the skyline you can handle.
And if you’re not ready to call it a night, don’t. The DoubleTree Times Square South sits just downstairs, making it wildly easy to transition from rooftop party to hotel suite to bottomless mimosa brunch in one elevator ride.