Singapore has more than a dozen rooftop bars worth visiting, spread across the CBD, Marina Bay, and the Orchard corridor. Some of the best include 1-Altitude (Level 63, One Raffles Place), LeVeL33 (Marina Bay Financial Centre), Artemis Grill (Level 40, CapitaGreen), CE LA VI (Marina Bay Sands Tower 3), and Smoke and Mirrors (National Gallery Singapore).
Top Rooftop Bars and What to Expect
1-Altitude sits at 282 metres, making it one of the highest open-air rooftop bars in the world. Entry requires closed-toe shoes, and there is often a cover charge on weekends. The view takes in the full Marina Bay skyline and extends to Sentosa on a clear night.
CE LA VI occupies the SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands and is accessible without a hotel stay. The infinity pool is reserved for hotel guests, but the bar and club lounge are open to the public. Expect cocktails in the $22 to $28 SGD range and a dress code that excludes thongs and singlets.
Smoke and Mirrors sits above the National Gallery and faces the Padang and Marina Bay. It draws a mix of after-work and weekend crowds and is known for its craft cocktails with names tied to art world references. No cover charge on most nights.
LeVeL33 operates as a microbrewery and bar with views over Marina Bay. It brews its own lagers and ales on site, which makes it a different experience from the standard cocktail-focused venues. Reservations are advisable on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Artemis Grill at CapitaGreen offers a rooftop setting with a Mediterranean food menu alongside its bar. The space is partially covered, which helps during Singapore’s frequent afternoon showers.
Practical Details: Getting In and What Things Cost
Dress codes at most rooftop bars in Singapore lean smart casual. Flip flops and beachwear are turned away at the door at venues like 1-Altitude, CE LA VI, and LeVeL33. Some venues apply a cover charge (typically $20 to $30 SGD) on Friday and Saturday nights, which is often offset against your first drink.
Cocktail prices across these bars generally run from $18 to $30 SGD. Beer and wine are sometimes cheaper. Happy hour deals at venues like Smoke and Mirrors and LeVeL33 run on weekday evenings, typically from 5pm to 8pm, bringing prices down by $5 to $8 per drink.
Reservations are strongly recommended at CE LA VI and LeVeL33 on weekends. Walk-ins are possible at most venues on weeknights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to be a hotel guest to visit CE LA VI at Marina Bay Sands?
No. The bar and club lounge at CE LA VI are open to the public. Only the SkyPark observation deck and the infinity pool require a hotel room key or a paid observation deck ticket.
Which rooftop bar in Singapore has the best view?
1-Altitude on Level 63 of One Raffles Place offers the highest open-air rooftop position in the city. Smoke and Mirrors gets strong attention for its direct line of sight to the Padang and the bay without tall buildings blocking the foreground.
Are rooftop bars in Singapore open during rain?
Most are partially covered or have indoor sections you can move to. Fully open rooftop areas like 1-Altitude will restrict access during lightning alerts, which are common on Singapore afternoons. Evening visits from 7pm onward tend to avoid the worst of the weather.
