The Sky's the Limit: 16 of NYC's Best Rooftop Venues

Ready to shine like the top of the Chrysler Building? For spectacular views of NYC’s iconic skyline and sunsets, a rooftop wedding venue can't be beat. From a magnificent Old New York mansion to an eco-friendly rooftop farm, these unique places all take your celebration to a higher level—literally.


The Box House Hotel

Brooklyn, NY

Fab Features: expansive, glass-walled Rooftop lined with a wraparound marble bar and string lighting and boasting unobstructed views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens • celebrate in any weather thanks to a fully-retractable rooftop, heat, and A/C • delectable menus from the in-house kitchen, focused on organic, sustainable, and locally-sourced ingredients

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Midtown Loft and Terrace

New York, New York

Fab Features: 5,000-square-foot loft with 360-degree city views • penthouse outfitted with mahogany floors, copper windows, and a fireplace • in-house production company provides all the tools for a dazzling event, like uplights, draped ceilings, and illuminated high-top tables

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Edison Ballroom

New York, NY

Fab Features: stylish Midtown ballroom replete with plush leather walls, illuminated glass tiles, and glittering chandeliers • creative and customized catering menus from celebrity Chef Mina Newman • snap memorable pics on the mezzanine, with remarkable globe chandeliers as your dramatic backdrop

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Wythe Hotel

Brooklyn, New York

Fab Features: historic 1901 factory in the heart of Williamsburg • open-air urban garden and the four glass-enclosed loft suites offer breathtaking vistas • the marriage of original brickwork walls, vaulted pine ceilings, edgy artwork, and bold city views create a uniquely Brooklyn vibe

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Andaz 5th Avenue

New York, NY

Fab Features: luxury, loft-style hotel in an iconic midtown NYC location • floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library • intimate, eclectic Atrium opens onto a private courtyard with a retractable roof

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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The Skylark

New York, NY

Fab Features: cocktail lounge-style venue set thirty stories high • variety of event spaces from the expansive Skylark Room with its built-in bar and wall of windows, to the intimate Pool Room with custom billiard table • enjoy panoramic views and artfully crafted cocktails from the roof deck

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Ravel Hotel

Queens, NY

Fab Features: modern, stylish Long Island City hotel perched above the East River • the ultra-chic Rooftop boasts topnotch views of the the Manhattan skyline, and the opulent first-floor Grand Ballroom opens onto an al fresco terrace • in-house events staff and exceptional chefs work together to ensure a smooth, seamless process

Catering: In-house
Price: $$$
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Eventi

New York, New York

Fab Features: elegant Chelsea hotel boasting contemporary style and topnotch service • the spacious open-air veranda overlooks 6th Avenue, with close-up views of the Empire State Building • custom cuisine crafted by a French-trained chef

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Peninsula New York

New York, NY

Fab Features: iconic and historic hotel set in desirable Midtown • elegant and intimate celebrations on the rooftop terrace overlooking a glittering cityscape • personalized 5-star service paired with full-service packages

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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Vista Penthouse Ballroom

Long Island City, NY

Fab Features: chic ballroom and terrace set on the 11th floor of the state-of-the-art, full-service Vista LLC Hotel • panoramic views of the Manhattan cityscape from the outdoor terrace, and through the floor-to-ceiling windows that line the Ballroom • service-oriented staff and generous packages

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

InterContinental New York Barclay

New York, NY

Fab Features: timelessly romantic historic hotel in the heart of Midtown • elopements on the Penthouse Terrace with the iconic Chrysler Building as the unforgettable backdrop • opulent celebrations in the Grand or Empire Ballrooms, with their subtle color palettes and chic lighting

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Above Rooftop

Staten Island, NY

Fab Features: sophisticated rooftop ballroom on Staten Island • unobstructed panoramas from the surrounding woodlands to the Manhattan skyline and bridge • al fresco affairs on the cozy open-air lounge complete with cozy fire pits

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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74Wythe

Brooklyn, NY

Fab Features: ultra-cool, reimagined spice-blending factory • unlimited layout options thanks to the 3 levels of interconnected spaces • celebrations on the rooftop its glass retractable canopy allows of al fresco events all year round

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$$
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Dobbin St

Brooklyn, NY

Fab Features: bright Main Space with a lofty 22-foot ceiling, 3 skylights, and an adjacent courtyard with a vertical garden • gorgeous alfresco terrace with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline • private mezzanine lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$
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Greenpoint Loft

Brooklyn, NY

Fab Features: restored pre-WWII rope factory • the main loft showcases an exposed high-beam ceiling, wooden floors, and large skylights • the rooftop provides magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Terrace On The Park

Flushing, NY

Fab Features: towering, contemporary venue on the World's Fair grounds, overlooking Flushing Meadows Park and the iconic Unisphere globe • stunning rooftop patio for al fresco events, with wraparound views of the city skyline • indoor spaces include a glass-walled penthouse, exquisite ballrooms, and plush dressing suites

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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