Rooftop Bar Guides

Rooftop bar guide for Singapore: what to expect

Singapore's skyline is at its best after dark, and this rooftop bar guide for Singapore helps you see it with a drink in hand. Most of the top spots look over Marina Bay, where the towers, the water and the Supertrees light up at night. Some bars sit on open-air terraces. Others are lounges on high floors behind big windows. Expect higher prices than at street level, as you pay for the view. The legal drinking age is 18.

Rooftop bars and sky-high spots to try

Start with our two detailed posts. Best Rooftop Bars in Singapore With a View helps you choose a place. Rooftop Bar Dress Code in Singapore: What to Wear tells you how to dress. These EatStays listings are also high up, with big views:

• Ce La Vi: modern Asian food and drinks at the top of Marina Bay Sands.
• LAVO Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar: Italian and American dishes on the Marina Bay Sands rooftop.
• Spago Dining Room: American food, also at the top of Marina Bay Sands.
• LeVeL33: European food high up a tower in the Marina Bay and CBD area, with beer brewed on site.
• 1-Altitude Coast: contemporary food on a rooftop on Sentosa, close to the sea.

How to choose a rooftop bar

Which view do you want?

From the top of Marina Bay Sands, you look over the city skyline and Gardens by the Bay. From the CBD towers, you look back across the water at Marina Bay Sands. On Sentosa, the view is more about sea, sky and greenery.

Terrace or indoor lounge?

Open-air terraces feel special, but Singapore is hot and humid all year. Sudden storms are common, and terraces may close in heavy rain. Indoor lounges stay cool and dry, and still give good views.

Drinks only, or dinner too?

Some places are full restaurants with a bar. Others serve mainly drinks and light bites. For a proper meal with a view, browse Rooftop & Sky Dining.

Tips for visiting a rooftop bar

• Arrive before sunset. Singapore is close to the equator, so the sun sets at roughly the same time all year. Come a little before dusk to get a seat and watch the city lights come on.
• Book at weekends. Popular rooftops fill up fast. Ask for a table by the edge when you book.
• Check for a cover charge. Some rooftop bars charge entry or set a minimum spend at busy times. The fee may include a drink.
• Know rough costs. Cocktails at a rooftop bar often cost around S$25 to S$35. Prices change, so check the menu. A "++" means a service charge and GST will be added.
• Dress smart casual. Many rooftops turn away shorts, vests and flip-flops in the evening.
• Know the pool rules. The famous infinity pool at Marina Bay Sands is for hotel guests only. Want your own pool with a view? See Hotels With Rooftop Pools.
• Plan your journey. Bayfront MRT station is the closest to Marina Bay Sands. See How to Get to Marina Bay by MRT, Bus and Taxi.

Not drinking? The Marina Bay Sands SkyPark Observation Deck gives a similar view for the price of a ticket.

Drink responsibly

The legal drinking age is 18, and bars may ask for photo ID. The heat can make alcohol feel stronger, so drink water between rounds. Bar areas may not admit children at night, so check first if you travel as a family. Never drink and drive. Take a taxi, a ride-hailing car or the MRT home.

FAQs about rooftop bars in Singapore

What is the dress code for rooftop bars in Singapore?

Smart casual. Avoid shorts, vests and flip-flops in the evening. Check the venue's own rules before you go.

When is the best time to go to a rooftop bar?

Arrive a little before sunset. You see the city in daylight, then watch the lights come on.

Do rooftop bars in Singapore charge entry?

Some do, especially at weekends or late at night. The charge often includes a drink. Check with the bar before you go.

Can I visit a rooftop bar with children?

Many bar areas have age limits at night. Restaurants with a view may welcome children at meal times, so check with the venue.

Can I use the Marina Bay Sands pool if I visit the rooftop?

No. The infinity pool is for hotel guests only. Bar and restaurant guests use separate areas.