Touring the bustling streets of Bangkok with its vast cityscapes, the best way to truly appreciate its spectacle is from high above, ideally with a tipple in hand. Thankfully, Bangkok also happens to be one of the few places in Asia with an inexhaustible number of swanky rooftop bars.
Feeling a little fancy? Here is our list of 7 must-visit rooftop alfresco bar-restaurants in Bangkok where delicious cocktails meet magnificent views.
1. Above Eleven – Located on the 32nd floor of Fraser Suites Hotel
One of Bangkok’s more popular rooftop bars, Above Eleven is a 32-storey rooftop bar located at Sukhumvit Soi 11 right on top of Fraser Suites—about a ten-minute walk from Nana BTS.
The bar offers a more casual and fun-filled experience compared to other more lavishly designed rooftop bars with its modern party music—think salsa and the likes—and vibrant cocktails. The kitchen dishes out a Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine so expect an assortment of ceviche.
Address: Fraser Suites Hotel, Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea, Khet Watthana, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10110, Thailand
Opening Hours: 6PM – 2AM (Daily)
Contact: +66 2 038 5111
2. CRU Rooftop Champagne Bar – Alfresco bar perched on 59th floor
Perched atop Centara Grand at CentralWorld, CRU Rooftop Champagne Bar exudes a charming, intimate vibe. Taking the cake as the most extravagant rooftop bar in the whole of Bangkok, the al fresco bar impresses with its exclusive selection of champagne with premium labels such as G.H. Mumm Champagne, luxurious snacks that come in the form of freshly shucked oysters, fine cheeses and caviar and a 360-degree panoramic view of the city around it.
Address: Centara Grand at CentralWorld, 999/99 Rama 1 road, Phatumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Opening Hours: 5PM – 1AM (Daily)
Contact: +66 2 100 1234
3. Escape Bangkok – A hidden gem in EmQuartier
A place where revelry thrives, Escape Bangkok is a place where one can leave his or her troubles at the door and just focus on pure, uninterrupted fun. Unleash your wild side with some of the best entertainment, atmosphere & cocktails in the city.
Broken up into four distinct bars within the same venue—The Sail, Ellipse Bar, The Tent & The Terrace—there’s bound to be something for everyone. The Terrace sports Balinese-style decor and offers a gorgeous view of the Sukhumvit Skyline.
Address: 5th Floor Emquartier, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Opening Hours: 5PM – 12AM (Daily)
Contact: +66 2 003 6000
4. Octave Rooftop Lounge & Bar – Opens till 4:00 am daily
Perched high above the trendiest district in Bangkok, Thonglor, 4-storey Octave is a bar-cum-lounge that promises nothing short of stunning. Be it the 360-degree view of the cityscape, the array of hand-crafted drinks and the music. The view of the urban landscape below it holds its own pretty well but pair it with good food and even better drinks and you’ve got yourself a recipe for sheer enjoyment.
Address: 2 Ban Kluai Nuea Alley, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Khet Watthana, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10110, Thailand
Opening Hours: 5PM – 2AM (Daily)
Contact: +66 2 797 0000
5. Sky Bar (Lebua State Tower) – The Hangover II was filmed here
Hailed as Bangkok’s top rooftop bar, Sky Bar finds itself strategically located in a spot that not only gives guests vertigo-inducing views, but an impeccable view of the sunset.
Sky Bar’s innovative cocktails, striking atmosphere and spectacular views have made it a highlight of the Bangkok nightlife scene.
Address: 1055 Si Lom, Khwaeng Silom, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand
Opening Hours: 4PM – 1AM (Mon to Sat), 4PM – 12AM (Sun)
Contact: +66 2 624 9555
6. The Speakeasy Rooftop Bar – Situated in Hotel Muse Bangkok
Located on the 24th and 25th floor of boutique hotel, Hotel Muse Bangkok, The Speakeasy Rooftop Bar sets a new standard for other hotel bars to follow with its unique cocktail programme that offers creative, delectable drinks made by the city’s top bar talent. A high-profile destination for thirsty tipplers, it has now become a place where locals and visitors seek for a well-crafted classic cocktails, as well as innovative concoctions that cannot be found elsewhere in Bangkok.
Address: Hotel Muse Bangkok Langsuan
Opening Hours: 5.30PM – 1AM (Daily)
Contact: +66 2 630 4000
7. Vertigo & Moon Bar – At the top of Banyan Tree Bangkok
Doubling up as a restaurant-slash-bar, Vertigo offers an al fresco dining experience set atop a roof terrace overlooking the picturesque cityscape of Bangkok while Moon Bar—located alongside Vertigo—serves innovative, cleverly concocted cocktails that are sure to take your breath away as much as the view.
Address: 21/100 South, S Sathon Rd, Sathon, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Opening Hours: 5PM – 1AM (Daily)
Contact: +66 2 679 1200
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