Top 10 Rooftop Bars in Bangkok

Bangkok has an immense rooftop scene… From drinking to dining, there are world-class roof-top bars and restaurant to enjoy all over the city.

Thailand’s capital city is blessed with some of the most panoramic rooftop bars in the world, and there is no better way to spend the night with the bustling city beneath you, enjoying refreshing Thai cocktails and soaking up 360 degree views. Below is our top pick of rooftop spots in Bangkok, which are sure to offer a blissful experience.

Vertigo Grill & Moon Bar - Banyan Tree
You’ll feel like you’re on top of the world at Vertigo, Bangkok’s second highest rooftop bar which is situated 61 floors above the city at the Banyan Tree Hotel. The views offered at this relaxed open air bar and restaurant are out of this world - enjoy a full 360 vista of Bangkok’s cityscape as well as epic views of the Chao Phraya River and Grand Palace. Exquisite dishes are served at Vertigo Grill, including premium steaks and fresh grilled seafood.

Red Sky - Centara Grand at Central World
This fancy rooftop bar and restaurant is located on the 55th floor of the Centra Grand Hotel. The venue boasts an excellent location in Siam, close by to many legendary shopping malls such as Central World MBK and Siam Paragon, so you can shop ‘til you drop then relax at Red Sky with a refreshing beverage and epic views. There is live jazz music to enjoy in the evenings at Red Sky, which adds to the chilled out atmosphere offered here.

Sky Bar - Lebua at State Tower
This award-winning rooftop venue is situated 63 floors up the Lebua at State Tower, and it overlooks the Chao Phraya River, so there are some unbeatable views offered here. Sky Bar is renowned for hosting a scene of the film Hangover II. For this reason, it’s pricey and can get quite crowded, but for the bucket lists’ sake, it’s definitely worth visiting for one drink. The open air setting at Sky Bar is very idyllic, and there are a unique range of cocktails to choose from.

Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar - Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit
Unlike Sky Bar, the Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar at the Marriot Hotel is slightly off the tourist trail, so you won’t have trouble getting a seat here and you can avoid any tourist crowds. The multi-level bar offers a range of venues – there’s a stylish lounge, a terraced bar and a 360 degree bar at the rooftop of the hotel featuring unrivalled sunset views and live DJ performances every night, as well as a wide range of tapas dishes and signature cocktails.

Cielo Sky Bar & Restaurant
Cielo Sky Bar is located on the 46th floor of the Sky Walk Condominium, and its setting and views are the main reasons to visit. There are 180 degree vistas of the city offered here, as well as scenic views of the Chao Praya River. Cielo boasts an extensive selection of classic cocktails, mocktails, wine and beer, as well as an excellent food menu. This relaxed bar and lounge also boasts a spacious outdoor terrace and a glass walkway where visitors can peep down to the ground – it’s very thrilling!

Three Sixty Jazz Lounge - Millennium Hilton Bangkok
The Three Sixty Jazz Lounge is located at the Millennium Hilton hotel, and although it isn’t as high as some of Bangkok’s other soaring rooftop venues, it certainly makes up for it with the panoramic city views that it offers. The venue consists of an open-air rooftop terrace, and balanced on one floor above is an indoor jazz lounge which from the outside looks like in a spaceship in mid-air! The laidback lounge serves a range of delicious international cuisines and drinks, and it plays live music in the evenings.

Park Society Rooftop Restaurant & Terrace Bar - So Sofitel
Park Society Rooftop Restaurant & Terrace Bar is one of Bangkok’s most renowned rooftop bars, situated on the 29th floor of the So Sofitel hotel. This stylish open-air venue offers sweeping views of Lumpini Park and Bangkok’s towering skyscrapers. The chic terrace bar serves creative cocktails and tapas style dishes, and the adjacent dining restaurant features a range of exquisite food menus, so it’s an excellent place to dine as well as drink.

Speakeasy Rooftop Bar - Hotel Muse
The Speakeasy Rooftop Bar encompasses the entire 24th and 25th floor of Hotel Muse, with an open-air terrace lounge at the very top. This cosy rooftop venue takes guests back in time with a 1920’s prohibition era theme, featuring 1920’s inspired decor, background jazz music and vintage cocktails served in jam jars. The elegant Speakeasy Rooftop Bar serves an international food menu with Asian influences, so you can enjoy a sophisticated dinner date here, with fantastic views over Sukhumvit.

CRU Champagne Bar
Located 59 floors above Centara Grand at Central World hotel, Cru Champagne Bar is one of Bangkok’s highest and fanciest rooftop venues. The sophisticated champagne bar features an extensive range of exclusive champagne labels, a creative cocktail selection, an international snack menu and 360 degree views over Bangkok city. Cru Champagne Bar also has an illuminated colour-changing arch and an alfresco dining area with a large circular bar - it’s chic and oh so fancy!

Above Eleven - Sukhumvit
This world-class rooftop bar is located on the 32nd floor of Fraser Suites above Sukhumvit, Bangkok’s renowned party street. The maze-like rooftop garden is set out over a few floors and it features a vibrant chic design with neon lights and tree-like structures. Look forward to party music, signature cocktails, Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisines and great views of Bangkok’s downtown at Above Eleven. This is definitely one of those places that you’d spend a whole evening at.