Best Rooftop Bars Camden

• Where: 124 Kentish Town Road NW1 9QB
• Why we recommend: the huge amounts of outdoor space, including rooftops and outdoor screens showing live sport, makes The Abbey Tavern a top choice in our eyes - especially for groups

Between Camden Town and Kentish Town is The Abbey Tavern. While perhaps best known for its multi-tiered beer garden and live sports (including outdoor screens), it's the rooftop we're concerned with. Its multiple outdoor spaces also include those on-high - ideal for casual pints, cheersing spritzes, and meetups before gigs at the O2 Forum.

Whether you're combining a rooftop pub with sports or music, this is the place.

• Where: 75-89, Upper Walkway, Camden Market NW1 8AF
• Why we recommend: if Regent's Canal views from the rooftop is what you're after, then Lockside Camden's terrace is our pick for alfresco drinks. The New York dive bar vibes inside make this place extra cool too

Lockside Camden is a lively bar and kitchen in the heart of Camden Market, known for its vibrant atmosphere, street food-inspired menu, and eclectic DJ sets. Its standout feature is a spacious rooftop terrace overlooking the canal, which seats 100 people - perfect for alfresco drinks, summer parties and even people-watching.

With shabby chic, New York dive bar vibes, regular live music events, and a buzzing weekend crowd, it's a go-to spot for casual dining and one of the best rooftop bars in Camden Town.

• Where: 202 Camden High Street NW1 8QR
• Why we recommend: loved by locals, The Bucks Head is one of a few high street pubs with a decent amount of outdoor space, and it's a rooftop to boot - perfect for being both amongst and removed from the hustle and bustle

The Bucks Head in Camden is a characterful pub blending classic charm with a modern edge, offering craft pints, hearty plates, and a lively music scene. Its rooftop terrace is a hidden highlight - cosy, covered in jungle murals, and perfect for everything from after-work drinks to weekend catch-ups.

With its prime location and fun energy, it's a favourite for locals and visitors looking for a proper Camden hangout.

• Where: Camden Stables Market, 87-88 North Yard, Chalk Farm, NW1 8AH
• Why we recommend: overlooking Camden Market, The Dark Horse Terrace is ideal for lounging while listening to a soulful and house-led soundtrack and delighting in tasty cocktails; one we'd choose for a casual date or a slightly more modern pub experience

Nestled just above the lively Camden Market, The Dark Horse Terrace is Camden's best-kept rooftop secret - a laid-back yet stylish oasis that brings vibrant summer vibes to your after-work and weekend plans. This sister venue to The Dark Horse Camden offers a perfect blend of relaxed sophistication, with open-air seating, seasonal cocktails crafted by expert mixologists, and a carefully curated soundtrack that moves from soulful grooves to smooth house beats.

Ideal for sundowners, weekend lounging, or private parties under the open sky, the Terrace serves up sharing plates with flair alongside signature spritzes, golden-hour negronis, and other fresh creations. 

• Where: 192 – 198 Camden High St, NW18QP
• Why we recommend: a mecca of outdoor space right on the high street, made up of converted shipping containers, BOXPARK is a famous brand known for pairing great vibes with even better street food vendors - ideal for pleasing a crowd while catering to your rooftop needs

Boasting a range of elevated space above the shipping containers it's made of, BOXPARK Camden is a great shout for drinks in the sun. This is a buzzing social hub on the high street, serving a range of creative cocktails and pints from its multiple bars.

There are also a range of street food vendors on site, from Birria Taco to Black Bear Burger. And if events are more your thing, they host comedy nights, quizzes, DJ sets and sports screenings on a regular basis.

• Where: 2 Castlehaven Road NW1 8QU
• Why we recommend: The Hawley Arms is a pub with legendary live music status, but we are equally enamoured by its rooftop space. An unpretentious pub that locals love, it was always going to be on our list

The Hawley Arms in Camden is a legendary pub with deep roots in the local music scene, famously frequented by artists like Amy Winehouse. Its rooftop terrace offers a relaxed, no-frills spot to enjoy a pint above the Camden crowds, with views that capture the area's gritty charm.

Known for its character, live music, and unpretentious vibe, it remains a true Camden original.

• Where: 35 Chalk Farm Road NW1 8AJ
• Why we recommend: views over the hustle and bustle of Camden Market? Soak up the atmosphere from a relaxing, fairy-lit rooftop at Lock Tavern; a pub with a traditional yet modern feel in equal measure

The Lock Tavern in Camden is a reimagined North London institution, offering great food, craft beer, and a buzzing music programme in a stylish yet laid-back setting. Its all-weather rooftop terrace is a hidden gem, perfect for year-round drinks with views over Camden Market.

With cosy interiors and regular events, it's a go-to for relaxed socialising and weekend vibes.