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    Sunny terraces in Sydney – rooftop bars & outdoor seating

    670 spots in the community

    Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Sydney

    We currently track 670 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Sydney, kept up to date by the community. 670 of them are in the sun right now.

    Local favourites

    In Sydney, Surry Hills, The Rocks and Darling Harbour are good places to start looking for outdoor tables. For sunset, Barangaroo Reserve is a local classic.

    City snapshot

    • 670

      Sunny now

    • 14

      rooftop bars

    • 11

      waterside spots

    • 6

      Shade

    The local mix stands out for 14 rooftop bars and 11 waterside spots. Use the filters to find the kind of sunny spot you want.

    Sunset is at 19:20 and golden hour starts at 18:46.

    Too hot? 6 places offer shade, parasols or shelter — useful in the middle of the day.

    Find sunny terraces, rooftop bars and outdoor seating in Sydney in real time. Sun Map is a community-driven guide where users mark where the sun hits outdoor terraces in Sydney. Tap a spot for opening hours, reviews and directions.

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    Top 10 sunny terraces in Sydney

    The ten best sun spots in Sydney right now, ranked from 670 mapped terraces.

    1. Dead Ringer – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Dead Ringer

      Bourke Street 413

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    2. Doyles on the Beach – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Doyles on the Beach

      Sydney

      Waterfront

      6

      Sun score

    3. Harper Rooftop Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Harper Rooftop Bar

      Sydney

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    4. J&M Whisky Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      J&M Whisky Bar

      Angel Place 1

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    5. Jackson's on George - The Rooftop – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Jackson's on George - The Rooftop

      Sydney

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    6. Kazzi Beach Greek Bondi – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Kazzi Beach Greek Bondi

      O'brien Street 14-16

      Waterfront

      6

      Sun score

    7. Marina Cafe & Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Marina Cafe & Bar

      Sydney

      Waterfront

      6

      Sun score

    8. Old Clare Hotel Rooftop Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Old Clare Hotel Rooftop Bar

      Sydney

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    9. Pellegrino 2000 – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Pellegrino 2000

      Campbell Street 80

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    10. Sienna Marina – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Sienna Marina

      Sydney

      Waterfront

      6

      Sun score

    The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

    Best chance of evening sun today

    No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 19:20.

    1. Dead Ringer – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Dead Ringer

      Bourke Street 413

      64%

      chance

    2. Haidilao Hotpot Darling Square – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Haidilao Hotpot Darling Square

      Little Pier Street 1

      64%

      chance

    3. Harper Rooftop Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Harper Rooftop Bar

      Sydney

      64%

      chance

    4. J&M Whisky Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      J&M Whisky Bar

      Angel Place 1

      64%

      chance

    5. Jackson's on George - The Rooftop – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Jackson's on George - The Rooftop

      Sydney

      64%

      chance

    6. Le Rooftop – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Le Rooftop

      Blues Point Road 178

      64%

      chance

    7. Old Clare Hotel Rooftop Bar – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Old Clare Hotel Rooftop Bar

      Sydney

      64%

      chance

    8. Pellegrino 2000 – sunny terrace in Sydney

      Pellegrino 2000

      Campbell Street 80

      64%

      chance

    Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.

    The sun in Sydney this week (week 44)

    Here is the sun outlook for Sydney, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 670 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.

    The best day for evening sun is Sunday, when the sun sets at 19:23 after 13h 27min of daylight.

    Days grow 12 minutes longer this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 19:23.

    Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Sunday in Sydney and pick a spot with sun until 19:23.

    DaySunsetDaylight
    Monday 26 Oct19:1813h 15min
    Tuesday 27 Oct19:1813h 17min
    Wednesday 28 Oct19:1913h 19min
    Thursday 29 Oct19:2013h 21min
    Friday 30 Oct19:2113h 23min
    Saturday 31 Oct19:2213h 25min
    Sunday 1 Nov
    Best evening
    		19:2313h 27min

    The sun in Sydney today

    Sunrise

    05:59

    Sun highest

    12:40

    Sunset

    19:20

    Golden hour

    18:46

    Daylight

    13h 21min

    670 spots are in the sun right now

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    Pick what you're after in Sydney – rooftop, beach club, waterfront or shade.

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    Sunset in Sydney month by month

    How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Sydney across the year.

    MonthSunsetDaylight
    January20:1014h 10min
    February19:5013h 19min
    March19:1612h 21min
    April17:3411h 16min
    May17:0410h 23min
    June16:549h 55min
    July17:0410h 6min
    August17:2610h 50min
    September17:4711h 51min
    October19:0812h 53min
    November19:3613h 52min
    December20:0214h 23min

    Updated automatically

    Guide: sun and terraces in Sydney

    Sun Map maps 670 outdoor spots in Sydney, including 14 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

    Local tips for Sydney

    • Spots facing Sydney Harbour get an open western aspect and hold the evening sun longer than inland streets.
    • The terrace season in Sydney effectively runs September–May; outside it, expect heaters and blankets.

    Good to know

    • Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Sydney keep it longest.
    • Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
    • Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

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    FAQ – Sydney

    Which terraces in Sydney are in the sun right now?
    Sun Map calculates the sun's position in real time and shows which of the 670 terraces, rooftop bars and beach clubs in Sydney are sunny right now – and how long the sun lasts.
    Where can I find rooftop bars in Sydney?
    Filter by rooftop bar, roof terrace or beach club in Sydney and sort by sun right now, distance or reviews from real guests.
    Is Sun Map free?
    Yes. Search, sun hours, opening hours and directions are free – no account needed.
    Can I find terraces with shade in Sydney?
    Yes. Filter by Shade for parasols, pergolas, awnings or natural shade – and by Wind shelter on breezy days. Sun and shade can be selected together.
    Which quick filters are available in Sydney?
    Last sun after 7pm, beer & after work, coffee, rooftop bar, beach club, waterfront, pool bar, garden, live music, dog friendly, sidewalk seating, wind shelter and shade – combine several at once.
    How is the Top 10 in Sydney ranked?
    By SunScore, which weighs sun quality, ratings (both Sun Map and Google Maps), community activity and how complete a listing is. Placement cannot be bought.
    How do I know if the sun is out right now?
    Guests report ☀️, ⛅ or 🌧️ with one tap, and reports from the last two hours show the live conditions. The week forecast also blends sun hours, temperature and clear skies into the best day.
    Do I need an account?
    No. As a guest you can browse every terrace, the map and the city guides. An account is only needed for favourites, check-ins, reviews and friends.
    How do we decide where the crew goes for after work in Sydney?
    Start an AW poll in Sun Map: pick 2–3 sunny spots, set a time and share the link via WhatsApp, SMS or any chat app. Everyone votes without an account and sees the result live – the winner gets a trophy.

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