The Best Rooftops in Singapore With a View
Seven rooftop bars and restaurants worth the elevator ride: CÉ LA VI, LeVeL33, Lantern, NOVA, 1-Altitude Coast, Sky on 57 and more, with views, vibe, what reviewers say and how to book for Grand Prix week.
source: CÉ LA VIThere is no better way to understand Singapore than from the top of it. The city's rooftop scene turns the famous skyline into a backdrop for cocktails, dinner and celebration, and during Grand Prix week those rooftops become the hottest tickets in town because several of them overlook the circuit itself. (Note: long-running National Gallery favourite Smoke & Mirrors closed in 2025; the list below is current.) Based on visitor feedback across Google and Tripadvisor, and each venue's standing in the local scene, these are the seven worth the elevator ride.
1. CÉ LA VI, Marina Bay Sands
Perched on the 57th floor SkyPark of Marina Bay Sands, CÉ LA VI is the city's calling-card rooftop: restaurant, bar and club rolled into one, with a wraparound view that takes in the bay, the towers and the nightly light show below. It works as a sunset cocktail spot, a dinner destination and a late-night party, and its club side is strong enough to have earned a place on DJ Mag's Top 100 Clubs. Reviewers on Google and Tripadvisor consistently flag two things: come just before sunset, and book ahead on any race or holiday weekend. Dress smart after dark; the door tightens as the night goes on.
source: CÉ LA VI2. LeVeL33, Marina Bay Financial Centre
LeVeL33 owns a claim no other bar on earth can make: it is the world's highest urban microbrewery, brewing its own lagers, ales, stouts and wheat beers 33 floors above the bay. Reviews repeatedly highlight two things: the wide-open terrace view straight across Marina Bay, and a price point noticeably more accessible than its high-rise neighbours. It draws the financial district crowd at sunset and stays relaxed enough for conversation all night. If you want a real view without a tasting-menu bill, start here.
source: LeVeL333. Lantern, The Fullerton Bay Hotel
Not every great rooftop needs 50 floors. Lantern, on the roof of The Fullerton Bay Hotel, sits low over the water so the skyline rises directly in front of you, reflected in the bay. Reviews describe a softer, more romantic energy than the megatowers: a poolside setting better suited to a date or a quiet celebration than a big group night. During the Grand Prix, its position near the circuit makes it one of the most atmospheric seats in the city. Book the edge tables if you can.
source: The Fullerton Bay Hotel4. NOVA, One Raffles Place
On the top of One Raffles Place, NOVA is the current open-air height play in the CBD: a 360-degree sweep across Marina Bay, the financial district and the Strait. It sits in the same skyline story that once belonged to the old 1-Altitude rooms on these floors, rebuilt for a new generation of sunset drinkers. Go early for golden hour; weekends fill fast and the wind at 63 can be real, so dress for height as much as for the door.
source: Visit Singapore5. 1-Altitude Coast, Sentosa
The 1-Altitude name still thrives on Sentosa as 1-Altitude Coast: a waterfront rooftop lifestyle bar with sea breezes, long sunsets and a different energy from the CBD towers. It is the brand's active Instagram home (@1altitudecoast.sg) and a strong pick when you want height-without-the-skyscraper, or a day-to-night island session before heading back to Marina Bay for clubs.
source: 1-Altitude Coast6. Sky on 57, Marina Bay Sands
Also on the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, Sky on 57 brings a more restaurant-led take on the same legendary height as its neighbours. The room and terrace look straight over the bay; the kitchen leans contemporary with Asian accents, and service is built for longer dinners rather than a quick cocktail hop. It is a strong pick when you want the MBS view with a proper meal attached, especially on race week when the circuit lights up below. Book early for window and terrace seats.
source: Marina Bay Sands7. CÉ LA VI at night (club mode)
The same address, a different evening. After dinner service, CÉ LA VI shifts into club mode: guest DJs, a denser crowd, and the bay glittering under the night circuit of lights. If your plan is sunset drinks at one rooftop and a late finish at another, this is the natural end point, and it pairs well with the top night clubs guide. Cover charges and minimum spends rise on peak nights; check the door policy before you go.
source: CÉ LA VIThe Grand Prix week rooftop
The most exclusive rooftop moment of the year is not on any public list. During Singapore Grand Prix week, Grand Night takes over one of the city's finest rooftops for an evening of world-class music, performances and networking with APAC's top founders, investors and innovators, with the skyline as the backdrop. If the venues above are the city's best public views, this is its best private one.
How to plan the night
Start with a view that matches the mood: LeVeL33 or Lantern for a relaxed open, NOVA for maximum CBD height, CÉ LA VI or Sky on 57 for the postcard Marina Bay shot, 1-Altitude Coast when you want an island sunset. Book sunset tables first, then decide whether dinner or the club carries the rest of the evening. During race week, treat rooftop reservations with the same urgency as Michelin tables.
Venues, opening hours, dress codes and access policies change; confirm reservations directly with each venue, especially during Grand Prix week.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best rooftop bar in Singapore for views?
For the classic Marina Bay panorama, CÉ LA VI on the 57th floor of Marina Bay Sands is the signature pick. For the highest open-air CBD perch, NOVA on level 63 of One Raffles Place. For a waterfront sunset without the skyscraper, try Lantern or 1-Altitude Coast on Sentosa.
Do I need a reservation for Singapore rooftop bars?
Yes for sunset, Friday and Saturday nights, and the entire Singapore Grand Prix week. Walk-ins can work midweek early evening at places like LeVeL33, but tables with a view are usually booked ahead.
Is there a dress code at Marina Bay rooftops?
Smart casual is the baseline at CÉ LA VI, Sky on 57, NOVA and most hotel rooftops: collared shirts, no flip-flops, no sportswear. Clubs within rooftop complexes (for example CÉ LA VI late) often enforce a stricter door policy after dinner service.
Which rooftops overlook the F1 circuit?
Rooftops around Marina Bay and the Padang, including CÉ LA VI, Sky on 57 and Lantern, sit close to the Singapore Grand Prix street circuit and become some of the most sought-after seats in the city during race week.
What is the most affordable rooftop with a good view?
LeVeL33 is repeatedly called out for a friendlier price point than its high-rise neighbours while still delivering a full Marina Bay terrace view, plus on-site craft beer from the world's highest urban microbrewery.
