The best places in the world to sit behind the rooftop seating

Elevate your experience—literally—at the world’s most breathtaking rooftop venues, where panoramic views meet exceptional cuisine and cocktails. This category showcases sky-high gems from New York’s glittering Manhattan skyline terraces to Bangkok’s lush tropical oases hovering above the urban buzz. Discover how cities transform when seen from above, whether sipping sunset cocktails at a Miami Beach Art Deco hotspot or enjoying moonlit mezze on a Marrakech rooftop draped in Berber textiles. We spotlight establishments that master altitude and ambiance—Singapore’s infinity pool bars blending seamlessly with Marina Bay views, Parisian champagne decks framing the Eiffel Tower’s hourly sparkle, and Dubai’s vertigo-inducing lounges where the city unfolds like a golden circuit board. Whether you crave the sophistication of a Tokyo whiskey bar perched above Shinjuku’s neon glow or the bohemian charm of a Barcelona terrace strung with fairy lights, these venues prove height enhances every flavor. From open-air cinemas under the stars to winter igloo domes with heated seating, rooftop culture continually reinvents what it means to dine on top of the world.