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The most Instagrammed
sky and rooftop bars around the world


Rooftop bars have become a must visit over the last few years.
In the open air and with stunning views, they provide the perfect milieu to elevate your Insta game. As such, you can seldom scroll through social media without seeing a perfectly timed picture of someone enjoying a drink with the ultimate skyline backdrop.

Google searches for rooftop bars have increased significantly since bars reopened, and over the last five years, searches for ‘rooftop bars near me’ have increased well over 3,000% . So, regardless of whether your tipple is a margarita, daquiri or sparkling water, it seems we’re all lusting after a sun kissed visit to a rooftop bar, but which of these staggering locations takes the crown as the most Instagrammed?

We analysed 75 rooftop and sky bars all over the world and counted the hashtags to find the most Insta-worthy of them all.

1

Drai’s Beachclub
and Nightclub

Las Vegas

The most Instagrammed rooftop bar is in the party capital of the world – Las Vegas. Drai’s Beachclub and Nightclub has become the hottest spot for partygoers, offering spectacular views of the Las Vegas skyline and down the famous strip.

Just a short walk from the iconic Caesars Palace, the bar itself is a photo opp paradise, with poolside seating areas, mezzanine booths and a dancefloor in front of the DJ area. Currently holding the title of ‘Best Nightclub in Las Vegas’, Drai’s hosts world-renowned DJs and live sets from the likes of French Montana and Gucci Mane.

#draisbeachclub

60,000 hashtags

2

Mercury Lounge

Dubai

The Mercury Lounge in Dubai is the second most popular rooftop bar on Instagram. A hotspot for influencers, the Mercury Lounge is in the famous Four Seasons hotel. With views of The World Islands and the Arabian Gulf on one side, and the famous Burj Kalifa and Dubai skyline on the other, it is the ideal backdrop for those bucket list Instagram pictures.

On the menu you’ll find seafood, Italian influenced dishes and decadent deserts. Drinks-wise, there’s bubbly, a vast array of delicious cocktails and wine from around the world.

#mercurylounge

35,900 hashtags

3

Altitude

Singapore

For the world’s highest alfresco gastro lounge, we’re jetting to 1-Altitude. Dubbed Singapore’s multi-concept dining and lifestyle destination, it provides 360 views of Singapore from the top three floors of One Raffles Place.

With menu influences from all over the world, you can choose from five course tasting menus, quintessential Australian cookery, and even a New York themed brunch on a Sunday.

#1altitude

28,900 hashtags

4

Le Perchoir

Paris

Le Perchoir in Paris is next on our list. Although unmarked on the street, the bar is hugely popular thanks to its huge rooftop with 360-degree views of the French capital.

Located in Ménilmontant, you take a lift to the 7th floor where you’ll be greeted with a relaxed vibe, featuring sofas scattered with cushions, rich plants, and traditional railings. The menu is packed with cocktails, imported beer and of course wine, alongside colourful tapas to nibble on as you enjoy golden hour and beyond.

#leperchoir

21,500 hashtags

5

Chill Skybar

Ho Chi Minh City

Rounding off our top five is the Chill Skybar in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Adjacent to the New World Hotel, the bar is on the 26th floor, so offers a unique party platform above the city below.

The first and original skybar in Vietnam, Chill’s electric atmosphere makes it the place to be whatever the time of day. But it’s as the sun sets that the bar really comes alive; smoke grenades and a kaleidoscope of lights set the stage for a night you’ll not forget.

#chillskybar

14,400 hashtags

Did your favourite rooftop bar not make the top five?

View the top 20


Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub, Las Vegas #draisbeachclub 60,000
Mercury Lounge, Dubai #mercurylounge 35,900
1-Altitude, Singapore #1altitude 28,900
Le Perchoir, Paris #leperchoir 21,500
Chill Skybar, Ho Chi Minh City #chillskybar 14,400
Baba Nest, Phuket #babnest 11,500
Heli Lounge Bar, Kuala Lumpur #heliloungebar 11,200
Les Ombres, Paris #lesombres 11,200
Pergola on the Roof, London #pergolaontheroof 10,400
Le Bain at the Standard, New York #lebainnyc 10,000
Frank’s Cafe, London #frankscafe 9,400
The Bairro Alto Hotel Terrace, Lisbon #bairroaltolisboa 8,400
Hotel Note Skybar, Budapest #highnoteskybar 6,800
Bok Bar, Philadelphia #bokbar 6,400
Mierio Raffles Makati, Manila #rafflesmakati 5,300
Juvia, Miami, Florida #juviamiami 5,200
Two Rooms Grill & Bar, Tokyo #tworoomsgrillbar 4,700
Bar Rouge, Shanghai #barrougeshanhai 4,600
Vertigo and Moon Bar at Banyan Tree, Bangkok #vertigoandmoonbar 4,400
L’Oiseau Blanc at the Penisula, Paris #loiseaublanc 4,200

It’s obvious that rooftop bars have captured the imagination of people in every corner of the world. And although international travel is still not fully open, it doesn’t stop us visiting bars in the UK, or of course planning to enjoy a trip in the future.

If you’re a budding mixologist complete with bar cart, garnishes and blenders, and would rather enjoy a drink from the comfort of your own home, you can turn your garden into a space that rivals any bar with our outdoor furniture, outdoor heating and outdoor lighting.

To make sure you serve chilled drinks year-round, you can also browse our range of fridges.

Methodology

We used Instagram hashtag data to make a list of 75 popular rooftop bars from two sources: https://www.timeout.com/bars/best-rooftop-bars-in-the-world

https://tourscanner.com/blog/best-rooftops-world/

All data correct as of 03.06.2021