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360º Rooftop Bar
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
Perched on the 27th floor of the Hotel Riu Plaza España, 360º Rooftop Bar delivers exactly what the name promises: full-circle panoramic views of Madrid from one of the highest points in the city. The glass-floor section is the Instagram moment everyone talks about, but the real draw is the sunset over the skyline with a cocktail in hand. It's a hotel rooftop, so expect tourist-heavy crowds and hotel-bar prices — but the views are genuinely spectacular and hard to beat anywhere else in Madrid.
Why it's worth it
The highest rooftop in Madrid with a glass floor and 360-degree panoramic views — come for sunset, stay for the buzz.
Highlights
panoramic viewsglass floorsunset spotlive music
Before you go
Arrive before 5pm to beat the sunset rush and the long queues, especially on weekends — or book ahead online to skip the line entirely.
Known For
- •360-degree panoramic views of Madrid
- •Glass floor section on the 27th floor
- •Sunset cocktails over the skyline
- •Live music and DJ sets
Best For
sunset drinksspecial occasionstourist sightseeing
1 review
City InsidersEditorialJuly 8, 2026
Madrid from the top — spectacular views, hotel-bar prices
Let's be honest: you're not coming here for the cocktails themselves — you're coming for the view, and what a view it is. The 360º Rooftop Bar sits on the 27th floor of the Riu Plaza España, and the panoramic terrace gives you sweeping views across the entire Madrid skyline, from the Royal Palace to the Almudena Cathedral and beyond. The glass-floor section is the big draw for photos, and it's genuinely nerve-wracking in the best way. Come for sunset if you can — the light hitting the city is spectacular, and it's the moment that justifies the price of admission (there's an entry fee, which is credited toward your drink).
The drinks are solid but not mind-blowing — standard hotel rooftop cocktails at hotel rooftop prices. You're paying for the altitude. The food menu is limited to snacks and light bites, so don't plan a dinner here. Where the place really shines beyond the views is the atmosphere: live music, DJ sets, and a buzzy, international crowd that keeps the energy up well into the night. It's busy, it's touristy, and it's not where locals go for a quiet drink — but for a one-time wow moment in Madrid, it delivers.
A few practical notes: there's almost always a line, especially on weekends and during peak sunset hours. Book ahead if you can, or arrive early (before 5pm) to beat the rush. The terrace is open year-round thanks to heated lamps in winter, which is a nice touch. The 3.8 Google rating reflects the tension between the incredible views and the tourist pricing — most people leave happy but lighter in the wallet.