The best rooftops and terraces in Madrid.

Few cities are enjoyed from above quite like Madrid. As soon as the temperature climbs, the city's rooftops become the plan of choice: a drink with the skyline behind you, dinner in the open air, or a sunset with Gran Vía at your feet. The catch is that the best ones fill up — here are the ones worth knowing, and how to make sure you get a table.

Círculo de Bellas Artes rooftop.

The most iconic of them all. On top of the Círculo de Bellas Artes on Calle Alcalá, it offers one of the most spectacular 360º panoramas in Madrid: Gran Vía, Puerta del Sol and Cibeles seen from the sky. Perfect for a sunset drink with views you do not forget. It draws a big crowd, so it pays to arrive with both entry and table sorted.

Riu Plaza España — the highest.

On top of the Riu hotel in Plaza de España sits the highest terrace in central Madrid, with its well-known glass-floor viewing platform. Vertiginous views across the whole city, ideal if you want to impress. One of the most requested in Madrid, especially at sunset.

Ginkgo Sky Bar — pool and skyline.

On the roof of the VP Plaza España Design hotel, Ginkgo Sky Bar combines a pool, serious cocktails and one of the best views in the city, with the Royal Palace and the Sierra behind. A polished crowd and one of the most elegant spots to watch the sun go down.

Picalagartos — Gran Vía at your feet.

At the top of the NH Collection Gran Vía, Picalagartos Sky Bar & Terrace puts Gran Vía directly beneath you. Drinks, small plates and an urban, sophisticated feel in the very heart of Madrid. One of the best ways to start the night on a high.

How to book (and not miss out).

Madrid's best rooftops go quickly, above all at sunset and at weekends. MYKEY secures your table — or your access — at the most sought-after terraces in the city, and puts together the whole plan if you want it: rooftop, dinner and a club afterwards, with a driver throughout. Tell us the day and how many you are, and we confirm within minutes.