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Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar

About Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar, also known as Transit Rooftop Bar, is located at Federation Square in Melbourne, situated on the second-floor rooftop of the Transport Hotel, above the ground-level Public Bar and the mid-level Taxi Kitchen.

Offers sweeping, panoramic views across the Yarra River, Melbourne’s skyline, and public spaces at Federation Square.

You can find both heated outdoor terraces and indoor lounge areas.

Food and Drinks

Known for creative signature cocktails, a curated selection of wines, beers and ciders.

Popular are:

  • $15 cocktails & fondue specials on Wednesdays & Thursdays.
  • Oyster Hour with half-price oysters Friday to Sunday, 6–1 2.
  • Offers gourmet small plates, bar snacks, pizzas, burgers and share-style dishes via the Taxi Kitchen menu.

What else to find

Live music & DJs light up the venue midweek to weekends:

  • Piano sets Wed–Fri, early evenings
  • Live bands & DJs Wed–Sun, with DJs spinning late Thu–Sat nights.

Frequented by post-theatre crowds and live-sport viewers, thanks to its central location near Melbourne’s arts and sports precincts.

Transit Rooftop Bar, aka Sunset Bar, gives a vibrant Melbourne rooftop experience: scenic riverbank sunset views, inventive cocktails, small?plate dining, live tunes, and a chic city vibe. Perfect for post-work socialising, weekend escapes, and special weekly offers.

Contact Information

Address: Transport Hotel, Level 2 Federation Square, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Opening Hours

Monday & Tuesday Closed
Wednesday to Friday 3 pm – late
Saturday & Sunday 12 pm – late

Facilities & Features

Licensed: Yes

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