Discover rooftop bars in Bangkok with city views, sunset drinks, and stylish venues. Explore the best sky-high lounges, cocktail spots, and nightlife experiences.
The highest rooftop bars in Bangkok sit anywhere from the 46th to the 78th floor, and if altitude matters to you, these are the places to go. We’ve ranked them strictly by floor number, starting with Sky Beach at the very top of the Mahanakhon building.
Ploenchit sits between Siam and Sukhumvit, quieter than both but with some excellent rooftop options. The newest is Akara Sky Hanuman on the 61st floor, which opened in late 2023.
Siam doesn’t have many rooftop bars, but the ones here are convenient if you’ve spent the day shopping. CRU Champagne Bar sits on the 58th floor of the Centara Grand, right above CentralWorld.
Silom is where Bangkok’s most famous rooftop bars are. Sky Bar at State Tower has been pulling crowds since The Hangover Part II came out, and it’s still packed most nights.
Sukhumvit has more rooftop bars than any other part of Bangkok. That makes sense. Most visitors stay here, the BTS runs right through it, and there’s a hotel on nearly every corner.
Riverside rooftops offer something different from the skyscraper bars downtown. The views here aren’t about looking down at the city from 60 floors up.
Paradise Lost is one of Bangkok’s least known rooftop bars, almost a secret place, a laid-back, colourful rooftop bar located on the 25th floor of the Siam@Siam Design Hotel, it offers panoramic views overlooking the National Stadium,
Tasana Nakorn Terrace is a riverside bar and restaurant located on the upper floor of IconSiam in Thonburi, Bangkok. It’s popular for its panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River and landmarks across the water, including the historic Old Customs House, which is being restored into a luxury hotel.
Sky Beach Bangkok is the highest rooftop bar in the city, on the 78th floor of the iconic King Power Mahanakhon building. This open-air venue offers breathtaking 360-degree views of Bangkok, making it a must-visit spot for travellers looking for a unique high-level experience.
Baiyoke Sky Tower, formerly the tallest building in Thailand, offers a new perspective of the Bangkok skyline. Located in the heart of Bangkok in the Pratunam area
Spire rooftop bar is the newest venue at the rebuilt Dusit Thani Bangkok, and it really impressed us during our recent visit. Spread over three floors on the 39th floor on the edge of Silom, this massive rooftop bar is both modern and comfortable.
The Roof @ 38th Bar offers a chic rooftop experience on the 38th floor of Mode Sathorn Hotel. With sweeping views of Bangkok’s skyline and the Chao Phraya River, this stylish lounge serves Mexican, Moroccan, French, and Asian specialities alongside inventive cocktails.
View Bangkok Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is a casual and friendly rooftop bar on the 9th floor of the Novotel Bangkok Platinum, right in the edge of Pratunam
342 Bar is one of those rooftops you almost miss unless someone points it out. It’s located on the fifth floor of Baan Wanglang Riverside Hotel, right on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River. It’s not high up, but the view is hard to beat — directly across the water, you’re facing the Grand Palace, and the golden spires of Rattanakosin. At sunset, the whole area glows.
Siwilai City Club is not your typical rooftop bar. It’s only on the 5th floor of Central Embassy, so you won’t get sweeping skyline views, but I’ve always liked it for the easy-going vibe
Penthouse Bar and Grill at Park Hyatt Bangkok is one of the most stylish rooftop venues in the city, and a great place to head after shopping at Central Embassy, which is just below.
Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant at Pullman Bangkok Hotel G combines fine dining with rooftop views from its 37th-floor location. Known for its extensive wine list and French-inspired menu, Scarlett offers dishes such as charcuterie boards and premium steaks in an elegant setting.
Belga Rooftop Bar and Brasserie at Sofitel Sukhumvit brings Belgian charm to Bangkok’s rooftop scene. Located on the 32nd floor, it offers authentic Belgian cuisine such as mussels and fries paired with an extensive selection of craft beers
Up and Above Bar at The Okura Prestige Bangkok is one of those rooftops that feels calm and elegant from the moment you step in. Located on the 24th floor, it doesn’t reach the dizzying heights of some of Bangkok’s tallest sky bars, but the view over the city is still wide and impressive, especially in the late afternoon light.
Throwback Rooftop Bar is a modest and reasonably priced rooftop bar located on the 9th floor of the Silom Edge Building, just across the road from the Silom MRT Station. The view of the busy road and the BTS Skytrain passing by regularly in front of Lumpini Park is a good photo opportunity.