The world's best rooftop bars
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Raise a glass as you soak up the skyline at these impressive bars perched on top of the world.
Sky Bar, Bangkok Offering one of the best views of the Thai capital, one drink won’t be enough here. Luckily there are plenty of fancy cocktails to choose from
1-Altitude, Singapore You can’t get much better than 360-degree views of a city and that is what 1-Altitude offers. Look for the 20 landmarks located in all directions around the island, complete with each landmark’s history through the use of an interactive technology platform.
Ozone Bar, Hong Kong Ozone is a lounge and outdoor terrace on the 118th floor of the International Commerce Centre in Kowloon that lays claim to the title of “highest bar in the world.” Enjoy the views, tapas and some inventive cocktails.
Mikla, Istanbul With views over the Bosphorus and the beautiful city of Istanbul, the only thing better is the great Mediterranean food to sample with your drinks here.
Radio Rooftop Bar, London Perched on top of the ME London Hotel, Radio Rooftop Bar has replaced the original BBC transmission aerials with white banquettes and firepits. The views from up here stretch from the Houses of Parliament to Canary Wharf.
Flair, Shanghai Taking in views of the Bund, Pearl Tower and the surrounding city, Flair at the Ritz-Carlton is definitely not to be missed
Ku Dé Ta, Singapore A trip to Singapore these days should include a visit to the iconic Marina Bay Sands so why not have a drink there? Ku Dé Ta is a 40,000sq ft space that incorporates a restaurant, club lounge and poolside terrace.
New York Bar, Tokyo Located near Shinjuku station, this bar at the Park Hyatt featured in Lost in Translation and you too can sit back with a drink here and enjoy the twinkling lights of Tokyo.
Aer, Mumbai The highest bar in Mumbai covers the entire 24th floor of the Four Seasons. During monsoon season they add a canopy and windscreen so you can still enjoy a drink and the panoramic views
Sky Yard at the Drake Hotel, Toronto A rooftop bar with an infinity pool that changes theme every few months. That goes for the food and drinks as well as you enjoy the panoramic views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline.
Top of the Strand, NYC Enclosed in glass (retractable) so you can enjoy unbeatable views of the Empire State Building, Top of the Strand is best enjoyed at dusk so you can watch New York City light up.
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