Discover Italy's Most Interesting Bars

Florence meets flower-shop fantasy at Gucci Giardino 25: colorful blossoms, Gucci-blue sofas, inventive cocktails & café fare in Piazza della Signoria — elegance feels playful here.

1930 isn’t just a secret—it’s an experience. With inventive cocktails and vintage decor, it transports you to Prohibition-era America. Hidden behind a Chinese store, entry is invite-only.

Rome’s Il Marchese blends French‑salon elegance and Roman trattoria charm — home to Europe's first Amaro Bar, boasting hundreds of amaro labels and creative Roman‑infused cocktails in a stylish, cozy setting.

Bar Longhi is the elegant heart of Gritti Palace — marble counters, Murano glass chandeliers, literary lore, bespoke martinis, and an indoor-outdoor canal terrace ambiance that whispers old-Venice glamour.

A vintage‑modern Florence hideaway where Italian spirits shine—Manifattura blends 1950s elegance, leafy outdoor charm, and terroir-rich cocktails made entirely with Italian ingredients.

Moebius Milano is a vibrant fusion of mixology, gastronomy, and music in a stylish loft. Enjoy bold cocktails, Michelin-starred dining, and live jazz, all wrapped in an eclectic, vinyl-infused atmosphere. A must-visit for cocktail and culture lovers!

Perched on the 8th floor in Rome’s Monti neighbourhood, MùN Rooftop Cocktail Bar serves up panoramic city-scape views, colour-inspired mixology and chic rooftop lounge vibes for the perfect aperitivo above the Eternal City.

A timeless Milanese bistrot-bar with Parisian flair — classic marble tables, vintage charm, and no-music atmosphere where cocktails and conversation reign.

Rent your own private 4 sq m bar for a few hours, with a masked mixologist crafting cocktails to your taste. BackDoor43, the world’s smallest bar, fits just four people—or grab a take-away cocktail from its tiny weekend window.

Bar Basso is Milan’s legendary cocktail den since 1947, inventor of the Negroni Sbagliato. With vintage chandeliers, pink walls, and huge Murano goblets, it's a timeless hotspot for design-lovers, aperitivo seekers and cocktail aficionados.

Step through an unassuming antique door into L’Antiquario—a speakeasy sanctuary in Naples where red velvet, vintage wallpaper, and white-jacketed bartenders elevate cocktail craft into an artful, immersive experience.

Rita & Cocktails: Milan’s trailblazing American-bar in Navigli where house-infused spirits, gourmet aperitivo bites & classic-meets-creative cocktails meet under warm lights and lively vibes.

A rum lover’s paradise tucked into Naples’ historic centre — Ex Salumeria turns infused rums and fiery presentations into a cocktail experience you’ll remember.

Step into a 13th-century Medici palace where Renaissance charm meets molecular mixology: Locale Firenze crafts inventive, lab-tech cocktails in vaulted cellars & chandelier-lit rooms—an immersive, elegant experience in Florence’s heart.

A gem in a 16th‑century palace, Les Rouges blends faded grandeur with cozy elegance—think crimson drapes, frescoed ceilings, and artisanal Ligurian‑inspired drinks in an intimate, artful setting.

Step into Il Mercante—a romantic, two‑level cocktail hideaway housed in a restored 19th‑century Venetian café near Ponte dei Frari. Artistic interiors, inventive cocktails that tell stories, and a dreamy mezzanine make every sip an adventure.

Vibrant, artsy and cozy — a beloved Isola-area bar where vintage vibes, craft cocktails and a leafy courtyard meet for aperitivo, brunch or a laid-back night out.

At Latta – Fermenti e Miscele in Rome’s Ostiense, fermentation meets mixology: expect fermented cocktails, craft beers, natural wines and street-food in an industrial-chic former mill for a refreshingly creative night out.

A tiny, timeless Venetian wine bar where locals gather for ombre, cicchetti and conversation — Retro delivers classic Venice vibes, honest prices and a beautifully unpolished atmosphere just steps from the canals.

A neon-drenched, Blade Runner-inspired cocktail hub in Monti by mixologist Patrick Pistolesi—offering mood-based menus, arcade vibes, omakase tastings & globally-inspired small plates for an unforgettable late-night adventure.

High atop the city centre near Piazza Venezia, OTIVM Roof Bar delivers sky-high views, a “colour-mood” cocktail menu and chic rooftop ambiance — the perfect spot for an aperitivo over Rome’s historic rooftops.

Step into an underground motors-themed speakeasy near the Colosseum — the Race Club mixes vintage bikes, bespoke cocktails and secret-club vibes for a late-night escape in Rome’s Rione Monti.

Step into Venetian grandeur at Bar Dandolo — the Hotel Danieli’s elegant piano bar, where opulent decor, classic cocktails, afternoon tea & live piano weave old-world charm into your evening.

A café serving cakes, sandwiches, and drinks in a nostalgic 1950s-style space designed by filmmaker Wes Anderson. With pastel hues, retro Formica tables, and vintage arcade games, it feels like stepping into one of his whimsical films.

Nestled in Trastevere, Freni e Frizioni is a former auto-garage turned cocktail powerhouse — think inventive drinks, a generous vegetarian aperitivo buffet, and a lively outdoor terrace buzzing with Rome’s aperitivo culture.

A playground of molecular mixology in Milan, Nottingham Forest dazzles with theatrical cocktails served in quirky glassware amid a treasure-trove décor—think tiki meets Indiana Jones!

Nestled in Rome’s heart, The Court cocktail bar fuses chic modern mixology with breathtaking Colosseum views. Helmed by globe-trotting Matteo Zed, it’s a stylish new toast to flavor and elegance in the Eternal City.

A clandestine Rome speakeasy in a hidden alley, Jerry Thomas Project delivers impeccably crafted cocktails in a dim, vintage‑inspired setting—access by password only for a truly immersive mixology experience.

Perched atop Hilton Molino Stucky, Skyline Rooftop Bar offers 360° lagoon and Venetian skyline views, inventive cocktails, cozy lounge vibes, and sunsets that elevate every sip above the city.

Harry’s Bar, Venice—where legends gathered. Since 1931, this iconic spot has welcomed Hemingway, Hepburn, Capote & more. A place of timeless elegance, impeccable service, and true freedom. Home of the Bellini & carpaccio.

Part vintage bookshop, part cocktail lounge—Libreria Berisio invites you to browse dusty tomes by day and sip creative drinks amid shelves of books by night in the heart of Naples.

Step into Camparino in Galleria, Milan’s legendary 1915 aperitivo bar. Sip iconic Campari cocktails under Liberty-style splendour in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a rite of Milanese elegance and timeless charm.

Behind a hidden door in Il Palazzo Experimental lies ECC Venice: a jewel-toned, atmospheric cocktail lounge serving artisanal drinks infused with local spirit, blending Venetian soul with global mixology.

Atrium Bar at Four Seasons Florence exudes timeless elegance with refined cocktails, live piano music, and a stunning historic setting. Sip a Vintage Negroni or explore the "Sips of History" menu for a taste of the past in pure luxury.