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Sirocco in Bangkok. Photo by simonparisphotography
1. Sirocco in Bangkok, Thailand
No night out in Bangkok is complete without a couple cocktails at Sirocco. Perched on top of The Dome at State Tower, 64th floors above the hectic streets of Bangkok, this sexy rooftop bar boasts 360 degree views of the city with city lights in every direction, as far as the eye can see. If you’re looking for a picturesque place to dine, they also serve dinner.
The Dome at Sate Tower 1055 Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500
2. The Penthouse in Madrid, Spain
The Penthouse is an ultra-chic rooftop bar owned by Rande Gerber, celeb nightlife entrepreneur and husband of Cindy Crawford. It’s located on the roof of Hotel ME Madrid Reina Victoria, in Plaza Santa Ana, and has a great view of central Madrid. The crowd is dressed to kill, the waitresses are smoking hot the drinks are pricey and the place is often frequented by Spanish celebrities. Best to get here for happy hour, because although it’s open till 3am, the line to get in is insane after midnight.
Hotel ME Madrid Reina Victoria / Plaza Santa Ana / Princesa, 27 / Madrid Spain 28008 / Tel: (34) 91 5418200
Luna Bar. Photo by grantthai
3. Luna Bar in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This super sexy rooftop and poolside bar is a hang out for the twenties and thirties nightlife scene in Kuala Lumpur. It’s got a long indoor bar with a chic design leading you out onto the breezy rooftop for the best views of the lights of KL. For a romantic night out, be sure to get there early to snag a private little enclave up against the glass.
Menara PanGlobal 34th Floor / Jalan Punchak (off Jl P. Ramlee) / Kuala Lumpur / Tel: +60-3-20262211
4. Rooftop Bar in Melbourne, Australia
An ultra cool venue for music, cinema, or just sunny boozing, this bar sits atop the Thai bar and restaurant, Cookie, on a six story 1920′s building in central Melbourne.
Rooftop Bar / Curtin House, Level 3, 252 Swanston Street / Melbourne, Australia
5. Gravity in Dublin, Ireland
Although not an open air bar, Gravity boasts an unobstructed 360 degree view of Dublin. It’s got a swanky style and comfortable seating right up against the glass to sit in while you enjoy the view from the highest bar in Ireland.
Top of The Guinness Storehouse / St James’s Gate / Dublin 8, Ireland / Tel: + 353 1 408 4800
Top Floor Bar. Photo by FoolishVanity
6. Top Floor Bar in London, United Kingdom
Looking for the perfect place to throw a swank party in London? The Top Floor Bar, the final floor of the Gherkin, London’s newest architectural darling, is available for private parties. The ultra modern venue sits under the spectacular glass cone roof and has stunning views of the city.
Top of the Gherkin / 30 St. Mary Axe / London, United Kingdom
7. Moon in Las Vegas, Nevada
The Palms teamed up with the Playboy Club giving revelers in Vegas a sexy place to blow their money on the 53rd floor of the palms Hotel. The sound system here is rockin’ and although it can be tough to get in, it’s a great place to check out on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights.
The Palms Hotel 53rd Floor / 4321 W Flamingo Rd / Las Vegas, NV Tel (702) 940-7246
8. Captain Bar in Shanghai, China
This cool rooftop bar has a wide variety of cocktails and a great view of The Bund and surrounding city lights. It’s usually a cool mix of locals and travelers which makes for a diverse and thirsty crowd.
6/F, 37 Fuzhou Lu / People’s Square / Bund,Metro Line 2 Nanjing Dong Lu Station / Shanghai, China
9. Hudson Sky Terrace in New York, New York
This super chill rooftop bar has great service, amazing sangria and everything else you could want on a hot New York afternoon. From an air conditioned game room to a hammock with a view of the river, the Hudson has you covered, but like many of NY rooftop hot spots, you must be a guest in the hotel to enjoy it.
The Hudson Hotel / 356 W. 58th St between Eighth and Ninth Aves / Tel 212-554-6317
10. Condesa DF Rooftop Bar in Mexico City, Mexico
This is an awesome bar in an all-around cool hotel. The Condesa DF is decked out in extraordinary design, from the table cloths to the couches. This super-chic hotel only has 40 rooms so make sure to get a reservation, and make sure to hit its rooftop paradise for some cocktails as the sun goes down over Mexico City.
Condesa DF / Avenida Veracruz 102 / Mexico City DF 06700 Mexico
Do you know any rooftop bars that should have made the list? Share in the comments!
Ross Borden
Ross Borden is one of the founding members of Matador. He has lived in Spain, Kenya, and Argentina and currently resides in his native San Francisco.
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what no Frisco? Lame.
locals don’t call it Frisco. In fact, they hate that
singapore marina bay sands
rooftop bar in melbourne is the best!
230 Fitth in NYC is amazing!!!
but the scene is played out and has always tended towards douchy
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hi, best view in shanghai for me is char bar at the indigo hotel, because located on the edge of the river and south, it allows you to witness the sunset on both sides of the river at the same time, it’s also the highest and only building of the place so panoramic view is just awesome, FYI: I don;t work there but I really believe this is the best even better than the vue bar at hyatt, check this out :http://www.flickr.com/photos/77271936@N04/7698961336/in/set-72157629443169831.