Wondering which of the best rooftop bars in Singapore is right for your evening? The short answer is that it depends on what you want the view—and the atmosphere around it—to do for you. Some rooftops put you high above Marina Bay; some create a more open-air, city-wide perspective; others pair their skyline setting with a restaurant, a hotel poolside environment, or a brewery identity.
Singapore’s most memorable high-level venues offer distinctly different settings. A practical way to choose is by the panorama you want, whether you prefer an alfresco mood or a polished lounge, and whether the occasion calls for drinks alone or a longer meal. For more destination-led inspiration, browse Rooftop Asia’s rooftop bars by city in Asia.
At a glance: choosing a Singapore rooftop bar
| Venue | Best for | What defines the setting |
|---|---|---|
| CÉ LA VI | A high-altitude Marina Bay experience | Level 57 at Sands SkyPark, with Marina Bay and Infinity Pool views |
| Mr. Stork | Open-air drinks and a city-wide outlook | Level 39 alfresco setting with 10 teepee huts and 360-degree city views |
| Lantern | A landscaped hotel rooftop mood | A rooftop bar framed by an infinity lap pool, with Marina Bay and skyline panoramas |
| LeVeL33 | Beer-minded visitors seeking Marina Bay views | A Marina Bay microbrewery setting on Level 33 |
| LAVO | A rooftop restaurant-and-bar occasion | Level 57 terrace with a bar and wraparound views |
For the classic Marina Bay panorama: CÉ LA VI
CÉ LA VI Club Lounge & Rooftop Bar sits at Hotel Tower 3, Level 57 of Sands SkyPark. Its position brings views across Marina Bay and the Infinity Pool, making it a natural choice for travellers whose image of a Singapore rooftop begins with the bay’s major landmarks spread below.
The venue describes its offer as a day-to-night lounge and bar experience. That matters when deciding how to use it: CÉ LA VI is less about treating the rooftop merely as a quick stop and more about settling into an elevated setting as the character of the day changes. If you are building an itinerary around the Marina Bay area, its location at Sands SkyPark makes the choice especially straightforward.
Choose CÉ LA VI when the priority is a recognisably Singaporean outlook from one of the city’s highest-profile rooftop settings. The combination of Level 57, Marina Bay and Infinity Pool views gives it a particularly destination-focused appeal. It is a strong fit for visitors who want their first rooftop experience in the city to feel immediately connected to the skyline they came to see.
For an alfresco atmosphere: Mr. Stork
Mr. Stork at Andaz Singapore takes a different route. Located on Level 39, it is an alfresco rooftop drinking-and-dining venue with 360-degree views of the city. Rather than concentrating the experience around one waterfront tableau, it invites guests to look outward in every direction.
Its 10 teepee huts are a defining visual feature. Alongside the open-air format, they give Mr. Stork an identity that is distinct from a conventional enclosed high-rise lounge. For a reader choosing between rooftops, that distinction is useful: this is the option for an evening where the feeling of being outdoors is as important as the height.
The full-circle city outlook also makes Mr. Stork a compelling pick for guests interested in the broader urban landscape rather than Marina Bay alone. Singapore’s rooftops can sometimes be discussed as though they all deliver the same view. They do not. Here, the draw is the city seen as a whole, paired with a rooftop environment designed for drinking and dining in the open air.
For a polished waterfront-hotel setting: Lantern
Lantern, at The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore, offers another interpretation of the Marina Bay rooftop. The bar is framed by an infinity lap pool and landscaping, with panoramic views of both Marina Bay and the city skyline. The result is a setting where the designed surroundings are part of the appeal, not simply a backdrop to the view.
Lantern is worth considering when you want a rooftop that feels integrated with its hotel environment. The pool and landscaping distinguish its atmosphere from a bare terrace or a purely vertical observation point. It remains firmly connected to the city’s most famous waterfront outlook, but it presents that outlook through a more composed, resort-like visual frame.
For an evening centred on Marina Bay, the choice between Lantern and the Sands SkyPark venues can come down to the mood you prefer. CÉ LA VI and LAVO put the emphasis on the drama of Level 57. Lantern offers a panoramic bay-and-skyline setting with water and greenery close at hand. Neither is a substitute for the other; they are different ways of approaching the same essential Singapore scene.
For a brewery-led rooftop visit: LeVeL33
LeVeL33 is located at 8 Marina Boulevard, #33-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1. It describes itself as the world’s highest microbrewery in a building and looks out over Singapore’s Marina Bay. That brewery identity makes it a notable alternative for those who would rather choose a rooftop for its beverage focus as well as its location.
Set on Level 33, LeVeL33 is not attempting to replicate the Sands SkyPark experience. Its appeal lies in the meeting point between a Marina Bay view and a microbrewery setting. For travellers who tend to seek out locally distinctive drinking venues, that proposition can make the rooftop feel more purpose-led than a generic high-rise bar.
It also suits visitors spending time around the financial district or exploring Marina Bay from a different angle. The setting places the bay in view while giving the evening a brewing-centred frame. If the question is not simply “where can I go high up?” but “where can I find a rooftop with its own clear identity?”, LeVeL33 deserves a place near the top of the shortlist.
For a restaurant-and-bar rooftop occasion: LAVO
LAVO Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar is at Hotel Tower 1, Level 57 of Sands SkyPark. Its terrace includes a bar and wraparound views, positioning it for guests who want a rooftop restaurant-and-bar format rather than a lounge-first visit.
Like CÉ LA VI, LAVO benefits from the elevated Sands SkyPark setting. Yet the two should not be treated as identical simply because they share the same broader destination. LAVO’s restaurant-and-rooftop-bar identity makes it a particularly relevant option when the plan is to make food part of the occasion. The terrace remains important, but it is part of a more overtly dining-oriented proposition.
The wraparound views are the key visual calling card here. Readers planning a celebratory meal, an extended catch-up, or a night that combines dining and drinks may find LAVO’s format easier to build an evening around. As always with a sought-after rooftop, check the venue directly for current arrangements before making plans.
How these five rooftops compare
Choose by the view you want
For an emphatic Marina Bay perspective from Level 57, CÉ LA VI and LAVO are the obvious places to start. CÉ LA VI adds views of the Infinity Pool, while LAVO’s terrace is defined by its wraparound outlook. Lantern also looks over Marina Bay and the city skyline, but its infinity lap pool and landscaping bring a different visual rhythm to the experience.
For a wider sense of Singapore beyond the bay, Mr. Stork’s 360-degree city views set it apart. LeVeL33, meanwhile, is for guests who want to keep Marina Bay in sight while choosing a venue with a microbrewery identity.
Choose by the kind of night you are planning
If the goal is to drink in a high-profile lounge-and-bar environment from the Sands SkyPark, CÉ LA VI is the clearest match. If an open-air setting is central to the plan, Mr. Stork’s alfresco format and teepee huts make it the distinctive choice. Lantern works well for those drawn to a hotel rooftop setting where the landscaping and pool frame the panorama.
LeVeL33 is the natural choice when brewery character is part of the reason for going. LAVO is a useful answer when you want a rooftop experience that explicitly brings together a restaurant and bar. These are small but meaningful differences, and choosing on that basis is more useful than ranking venues solely by elevation.
Choose by area
Three of these options are closely tied to the Marina Bay experience: CÉ LA VI and LAVO at Sands SkyPark, plus LeVeL33 at Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1. Lantern also offers a Marina Bay panorama from The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore. Mr. Stork, at Andaz Singapore, is the outlier in this group for travellers prioritising a 360-degree city view rather than a bay-focused one.
That makes geography a practical first filter. A rooftop is often most enjoyable when it fits naturally into the rest of your day, rather than requiring a cross-city detour for a view similar to one you have already seen. Start with the neighbourhood and skyline angle that most appeal to you, then use the venue format to make the final decision.
A simple way to plan your rooftop stop
Singapore’s skyline experiences reward a little intentionality. First, decide whether your non-negotiable is Marina Bay, an all-round city view, an outdoor setting, a pool-framed rooftop, or a brewery-led visit. Then choose the venue that answers that priority most directly.
- For the iconic Sands SkyPark elevation: CÉ LA VI or LAVO.
- For alfresco city views: Mr. Stork.
- For a landscaped rooftop overlooking Marina Bay: Lantern.
- For Marina Bay with a microbrewery identity: LeVeL33.
- For a restaurant-and-bar format with wraparound views: LAVO.
Before you go, visit the venue’s official website for the latest practical information. Rooftop operations can change, and the official channels are the right place to confirm details relevant to your visit.
The Singapore rooftop trend: more than one signature skyline
The appeal of Singapore’s rooftop bars is no longer just the promise of being high above the street. These five venues show how much the setting changes the experience: a Level 57 Sands SkyPark perch, an alfresco rooftop with teepee huts, a pool-and-landscaping frame, a microbrewery looking across Marina Bay, or a terrace attached to a restaurant.
That variety is good news for travellers. Choose the rooftop that best matches the setting and occasion you want in Singapore. In a city where the skyline is constantly part of the journey, the right venue is the one whose format makes the most sense for your plans.