High Note SkyBar

Perched on the ninth floor of the Aria Hotel right beside Budapest’s iconic St. Stephen’s Basilica, High Note SkyBar delivers a stylish, lushly landscaped rooftop experience with panoramic views spanning the Parliament, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, and more. Designed to charm year-round, the bi-level terrace features both garden-like outdoor seating and climate-controlled indoor areas, ensuring comfort through every season. Run by a dream team—barmanagers, chef Viktor Hiermann, and pastry chef Petra Gálfi—the venue offers a creative synergy between cocktails, bar food, and desserts. Guests can indulge in signature cocktails, fine wines, beers, and a refined selection of bar snacks, mains like Aria Burger or salmon confit, and desserts. Highlights include the exclusive Panorama Tower areas (reservation recommended, with a HUF 80 000/hr minimum consumption per table) and a floor layout suitable for intimate gatherings or private events of up to ~20 guests. Recognized by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the world’s top ten rooftop terraces in 2018, it attracts guests with its breathtaking vista and refined ambiance. Open Monday–Thursday from 16:00 to midnight and Friday–Sunday from 14:00 to midnight, High Note SkyBar welcomes walk-ins but encourages advance bookings, especially for weekend visits or Panorama Tower seating. Dress code is smart casual; it’s dog-friendly and features designated smoking areas. Whether you're after a sunset cocktail, scenic lunch, or an atmospheric evening by the basilica, it combines elegance, innovation, and the best of Budapest’s skyline in one elevated venue.