Getting together with friends and family but unsure where to go? Let’s take things to new heights. That’s right! We’re heading to the rooftops of Houston to see and experience things from a different perspective. Houston has a wide array of bars, entertainment, theaters, and rooftop restaurants. Here’s a small sampling to get you started:

Under the Stars at the Theater

Rooftop Cinema Club – Uptown location, 1700 Post Oak Blvd., Houston, TX

The cinema is located on the 5th level of the Blvd. Place parking garage, just above Whole Foods.  Choose from two different types of seating at this venue: an Adirondack chair for one or a double-wide Adirondack loveseat for two. In addition, all seats in Screen 1 Premium section include footrests and there are two four-person private cabanas near the rear of the cinema. Visit their website to see which movies are playing.

Moonstruck Drive-In, 100 Bringhurst Street, Houston, TX

Open Thursday through Sunday, the Moonstruck Drive-In is the place to be. You can choose to sit in your car, immediately outside of your car with chairs, or on your truck bed. Click here to see what’s showing on the big screen.  

Gazing Across the City

Z on 23 Rooftop Bar, 1121 Walker Street, Houston, TX  

American cuisine, warm hospitality, and a friendly service team help create the quintessential Houston dining experience. Located on the 23rd floor of Le Méridien hotel, the sunsets are incredible. Z on 23 is the highest rooftop open-air lounge in Houston.

Skylawn, 401 Franklin Street, Houston, TX

Feeling like things are in a rut and you could use some elevation? Head over to Skylawn—a rooftop park and farm with views of Downtown. This expansive five-acre urban rooftop park and sustainable organic farm offers an ideal setting to get outdoors with multiple event venues open to the public of all ages. Plan time with family and friends and you’ll enjoy front row seats to the city.

77° Rooftop, 2416 Brazos St., Suite 200, Houston, TX

This cocktail bar with a unique patio and multi-story options presents a mix of tropical charm and good vibes. You may wonder why it’s called 77-degrees? This is the optimal cocktail temperature.

Altitude Rooftop & Pool, Marriott Marquis Houston, 1777 Walker Street, Houston, TX
Drift along the exclusive, Texas-shaped lazy river or unwind in the infinity pool and inviting whirlpool on our stunning rooftop. Savor artisan cocktails at the bar while lounging amidst a panorama of lounge chairs. Perched on the 6th floor of the Marriott Marquis hotel, guests can experience over-the-top light activations, festive cocktails, and endless insta-worthy photo ops in early winter during Texas Winter Lights. Enjoy an evening poolside rendezvous set against bistro lighting, outdoor movies, signature cocktails and DJs, available in Spring and Fall. Join the Ultimate Summer Pool Party experienced through music, signature cocktails and pop-up entertainment runs Memorial Day through Labor Day. Yes, Day Passes are available.  
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