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Rooftop Bars Ho Chi Minh City

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Ho Chi Minh City Rooftop Guide

By:Hans Ebenman

Updated:June 8, 2024

Ho Chi Minh City rooftop map

Genuine, buzzing and friendly, Ho Chi Minh (or Saigon) is a great city, also packed with great rooftops. Perfect to get an overview of the impressive skyline and the Saigon River, we will guide you to our favourite spots to sip with a view.

This guide covers all info you need about each venue: opening hours, dress code, photos, maps and much more. Find your prefered venue, and we will see you there at sunset.

The list

24 best rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City

Quick LinksSaigon rooftop bars

1.Le Café des Stagiaires - Saigon
2.The Park Rooftop & Lounge
3.Social Club Rooftop Bar
4.Cocoon Rooftop
5.Twilight Sky Bar
6.Zion Sky Lounge & Dining
7.SolLuna - Rooftop Poolbar
8.Chill SkyBar Saigon
9.Banana Mama Rooftop & Kitchen
10.Wine Bar at Level 23
11.The Muse
12.Shri Lifestyle Dining
13.Blank Lounge
14.The View Rooftop Bar & Eatery
15.RONIN
16.Above Sky Bar
17.Propeller Rooftop Bar HCM
18.Broma: Not a Bar
19.Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar
20.Mad Cow Wine & Grill / Rooftop Bar
21.Rooftop Grand Lounge
22.M Bar at Hotel Majestic Saigon
23.Vertical Sky Bar
24.Rooftop Garden Bar at Rex Hotel

Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Le Café des Stagiaires - Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City — 1

Le Café des Stagiaires - Saigon

$$$ | 3rd floor | Thao Dien/District 2

Highlights

European style

River & skyline views

Open everyday

Located in the lively and cosmopolitan Thao Dien neighborhood, the modern Le Café des Stagiaires brings **a slice of European vibes** to Saigon. With a cool interior living room, the prime spot is the lush and charming open-air rooftop, surrounded with panoramic views over the Saigon river and skyline. Offering a large and colorful menu, here you can enjoy everything from modern European cuisine perfect to share, to plenty of Belgian beer and crafted cocktails. Enjoy chill-out sessions with friends during the weekday happy hour, or more vibrant nights with live DJs spinning eclectic tracks.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh The Park Rooftop & Lounge in Ho Chi Minh City — 2

The Park Rooftop & Lounge

$$$ | 6th floor | Pham Ngu Lao/District 1

Highlights

Intimate

Speakeasy-style

Skyline views

Tucked away in a quiet corner near the famous backpacker hotspot Bùi Viện, The Park Rooftop & Lounge invites to **an elevated and relaxing oasis** above the hustle and bustle. Surrounded by soft lighting, smoth tunes and skyline views, here you can enjoy a wide selection of drinks, with the handcrafted and creative signature cocktails being a 'must try'. Cozy and comfy, The Park Rooftop is perfect for both deep conversations, refined date nights and fun vibes with friends.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Social Club Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City — 3

Social Club Rooftop Bar

$$$$ | 24th floor | Da Kao/District 3

Highlights

Infinity pool

Beautiful decor

Handcrafted cocktails

At the Hotel des Arts Saigon rooftop you find the beautiful rooftop setting, including a 23rd floor indoor restaurant, and the 24th floor Social Club Rooftop Bar, offering breathtaking views of the Saigon skyline. With a **unique and luxurious** setting, lots of wooden details, the terrace really has the feeling of a very natural and clean oasis right in the buzzing city. All this completed with one of the world's most smashing roofotp infinity pools. Enjoy well crafted and fine looking cocktails and light snacks in a great atmosphere.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Cocoon Rooftop in Ho Chi Minh City — 4

Cocoon Rooftop

$$$ | 8th floor | Cô Giang/District 1

Highlights

Urban jungle

Skyline views

Hidden gem

Found on the 8th floor of the PLS Tower in downtown Saigon, Cocoon Rooftop is a modern and elevated urban escape, made for **drinking, chilling and wild-ing**. Mixing the lush with the elegant, the covered terrace is a jungle haven, opening up to panoramic and amazing views over the city skyline. Up here, the friendly staff will guide you through the menu, featuring crafted signature cocktails, as well as a variety of delectable bites and a curated selection of cold cuts and cheese platters. Vibrant yet relaxing, Cocoon invites to both chill nights and weekends filled with DJ session and sky-high vibes.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Twilight Sky Bar in Ho Chi Minh City — 5

Twilight Sky Bar

$$$$ | 13th floor | Bến Thành/District 1

Highlights

Sophisticated

360° views

Creative drinks

Perched on top of the prestigious La Siesta Premium Sai Gon, Twilight Sky Bar invites to **an elevated world of elegance and sophistication**. Spread across two floors, the beautiful and sleek rooftop comes with an impressive decor, and even more impressive 360° views over Saigon. With top-notch service, chill-out music, a creative and extensive selection of drinks, and a trendy understated vibe, this is a prime spot for everything from happy hour drinks to fantastic sunsets, to romantic evenings or a fun night out with friends.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Zion Sky Lounge & Dining in Ho Chi Minh City — 6

Zion Sky Lounge & Dining

$$$$ | 14th floor | Nguyen Thai Binh Ward/District 1

Highlights

Luxurious & futuristic

Panoramic views

Sunset Hours

Located in the heart of bustling Saigon, Zion Sky Lounge & Dining offers a **sophisticated, stylish and futuristic sancturay**, elevated high above it all. The rooftop terrace comes with a unique architecture, framed by amazing panoramics over the Saigon river and cityscape. Open daily, Zion invites everyone to enjoy the finest of evenings, as well as the most vibrant of nights. During Sunset Hours you can not only gaze upon amazing sunset views, but also enjoy special promotions on food and drinks. As darkness falls, the rooftop turns into a buzzing and fun-filled venue, where live music and live DJs keep the atmosphere sky-high.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh SolLuna - Rooftop Poolbar in Ho Chi Minh City — 7

SolLuna - Rooftop Poolbar

$$$ | 10th floor | Ben Nghe/District 1

Highlights

Tropical

Day to night

Rooftop pool

Perched on top of the Icon Saigon in the heart of District 1, SolLuna offers a stylish and refreshing respite above the buzz. **Tropcial-chic, lush and breezy**, the rooftop features a serene blue pool, a blend of comfy lounge and bar spots, and comes surrounded with striking views over the city skyline. From sunrise to sunset and beyond, here you can enjoy relaxing and sunny daytime sessions by the pool, some romantic sunset sips, or a night out with friends.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Chill SkyBar Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City — 8

Chill SkyBar Saigon

$$$$ | 26th floor | Bến Thành/District 1

Highlights

Crafted cocktails

Sunset views

Nightclub vibes

Situated on the 26th floor of the AB Tower, Chill SkyBar was the first and original sky bar in Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam. From here you get **magical panorama views** of the entire city and a fantastic sunset. Large, stylish and modernly furnished, with mainly standing tables and an oval and iconic glowing bar in the middle, where you can order well crafted classic and signature cocktails, wine / bubbles in both glass and bottle along with a large and tasty selection of bar bites. Come early for sunset and lounge vibes and later on for live DJs and party atmosphere.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Banana Mama Rooftop & Kitchen in Ho Chi Minh City — 9

Banana Mama Rooftop & Kitchen

$$$ | 10th floor | Pham Ngu Lao/District 1

Highlights

Beach-style oasis

Panoramic views

Relaxing

Banana Mama Rooftop Bar is somewhat of a hidden gem, located on the 10th floor of the WMC Tower in District 1. But this **tropical and beach-style rooftop oasis** is well worth the search. Filled with bohemian lounge spots, colorful cushions and plenty of greenery, the wooden decked terrace is a prime spot to escape the bustling city and chill, surrounded by amazing views over the Saigon skyline. Indulge in a juicy selection of burgers and French-isnpired bites, as well as refreshing signature cocktails and mocktails, 'DIY' Gin & Tonics, crafted beers and nice array of wine.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Wine Bar at Level 23 in Ho Chi Minh City — 10

Wine Bar at Level 23

$$$$ | 23rd floor | Ben Nghe/District 1

Highlights

Tropical paradise

Amazing views

Elegant

While the rooftop setting at Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel is by no means new (we visited here for the first time in 2017), a hiatus and refurbish means it feels like a fresh breeze on the Ho Chi Minh rooftop scene. Aptly named Wine Bar at Level 23, the 23rd floor rooftop is an elegant and tropical paradise, with cool arches opening up to **panoramic views** over Nguyen Hue Street and the city skyline. Here you can of course enjoy a glass of wine, but even more so, a fantastic selection of crafted signature cocktails.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh The Muse in Ho Chi Minh City — 11

The Muse

$$$ | 8th floor | Thao Dien/District 2

Highlights

Modern & sophisticated

River views

Unique drinks

On top of the luxury boutique hotel Mia Saigon in District 2 you find The Muse - Cocktail & Tapas Bar, an elegant and modern rooftop, overlooking the Saigon river. Part cosy and nostalgic interior lounge, the rooftop also holds two open air terraces, each featuring a landscaped garden and panoramic views over the Sagion skyline and river. Here you can enjoy a variety of fresh hand-made cocktails with gorgeous garnishing that are exclusively created for guests at The Muse, complemented with modern Indochine bites.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Shri Lifestyle Dining in Ho Chi Minh — 12

Shri Lifestyle Dining

$$$$ | 23rd floor | Da Kao/District 3

Highlights

Elegant

Panoramic views

Lush terrace

After renovations during late 2023, Shri Restaurant & Lounge turned into a Shri Lifestyle Dining, and now offers an elevated setting more impressive and beautiful than ever. Found on the 23rd floor of Centec Tower, the rooftop blends an elegant and terracotta-dressed interior space with a lush and large outdoor terrace, surrounded with **stunning panoramic views over the Saigon skyline**. High above it all, indulge in a premium food menu that fuses Asian and European influences, as well as a wide selection of handcrafted cocktails, fresh brews, and wine.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Blank Lounge in Ho Chi Minh City — 13

Blank Lounge

$$$ | 75-76th floor | Binh Thanh District

Highlights

Day-to-night

Breathtaking views

Rooftop lounge, bar & café

One of the highest lounges in the world, which is not surprising as Blank is located on the 75th and 76th floor of the impressive and 472 metres tall Landmark 81 skyscraper. Beautiful and thoughtful in design, and surrounded by truly **breathtaking and panoramic views** over Saigon, most seating at the rooftop is inside, but there is also a smaller outside terrace where you can feel the breeze sky-high above the city. Open from morning to late night, here you can enjoy everything from local coffee and tea, to crafted cocktails and beer, wine, canapés, and pastries.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh The View Rooftop Bar & Eatery in Ho Chi Minh City — 14

The View Rooftop Bar & Eatery

$$$ | 8-9th floor | Pham Ngu Lao/District 1

Highlights

Hội An-inspired

Relaxing

Diverse menus

Above the heart of Saigon and the bustling Bui Vien street, The View Rooftop Bar & Eatery offers two floors of relaxing vibes, diverse menus and panoramic views. The charming rooftop is **inspired by the historical Hội An**, and blends traditional and colorful interiors with lush and breezy outdoor spots. Surrounded by scenic vistas over HCMC, you can enjoy signature cocktails taking you on a journey around the city and all of Vietnam, complemented with local craft beer and a tasty selection of Asian dishes.

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Rooftop bar RONIN in Ho Chi Minh City — 15

RONIN

$$$ | 4th floor | Nguyen Thai Binh Ward/District 1

Highlights

Izakaya rooftop

Intimate

Hidden gem

Found on the upper floors of an old building in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, RONIN has taken over from Rogue Saigon, turning a craft beer paradise into a **Japanese Rooftop Izakaya**. The neon-lit and intimate venue comes with two rooftop terraces, where you can enjoy fantastic view of Saigon's sky towers and a starry sky. From the open kitchen and bar, you can choose from a wide selection of flavourful Japanes dishes, including yakitori, sushi and skewers from the grill, as well as craft sake on tap, Umeshu (plum wine), fine cocktails and cold brews.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Liberty Central City Point in Ho Chi Minh — 16

Above Sky Bar

$$$ | 19th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

Infinity pool

360-view

Nice ambience

Located on the 19th floor of the modern Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint, Above is a **chic and modern** rooftop bar with a fabulous 360-degree view of the Saigon skyline. With a cool bar in the middle, the rooftop has a stylish setting with both comfy lounge sofas and a long stretch of bar stools right at the edge. Enjoy the nice and soft lounge vibe with modern tunes from a live DJ along with great signature cocktails and beer on draught. More of a pool bar during day, where guests at the hotel can enjoy a cocktail in the comfy sun loungers and swim in the fantastic infinity pool.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Propeller Rooftop Bar HCM in Ho Chi Minh — 17

Propeller Rooftop Bar HCM

$$$$ | 17th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

Bar & restaurant

River view

Rooftop pool

Propeller Rooftop Bar is found on the 17th floor of Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh, inviting to a crafted and elevated experience. Part sleek and modern interior lounge with panoramic windows, and part breezy open-air terrace, the rooftop comes surrounded with **amazing views over the Saigon River** and the city skyline. Both rooftop bar and restaurant, the menu includes everything from signature cocktails and local craft beers, to Japanese-inspired dishes and tapas.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Broma: Not a Bar in Ho Chi Minh — 18

Broma: Not a Bar

$$$ | 4th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

Bohemian & relaxed

Live music

Craft beers

A hip and quite small bar, located close to the Saigon River and overlooking the pedestrian street Nguyên Hue. And although the rooftop is open and airy and the views from the 4th floor over the surrounding sky scrapers are cool, this place is more about **live music and atmosphere**. Situated over three levels, Broma: Not a Bar offers themed evenings several days a week and is a perfect rooftop for a relaxed and fun ambiance right in the city center. Exciting signature cocktails and close to heaven for the beer lover, with over 30 quality brews to choose from.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Saigon, Saigon Bar at the Caravelle Hotel in Ho Chi Minh — 19

Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar

$$$ | 10th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

Great ambience

Classic spot

Live music

Situated at the classic Hotel Caravelle, right opposite the Opera House. **Loads of history** surrounds both the hotel and the rooftop, as this where many American reporters lived and socialized during the Vietnam War. Old-style rustic in décor, with large wooden chairs and tables on the main terrace and on the "balconies" surrounding the inside bar, along with spectacular views of the skyline. Enjoy a large drinking menu, including their own brew, well crafted signature cocktails and a food menu with delicious sharing plates, along with friendly service, sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere and live music five days a week.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Mad Cow Wine & Grill / Rooftop Bar in Ho Chi Minh City — 20

Mad Cow Wine & Grill / Rooftop Bar

$$$$ | 30th & 31st floor | Nguyen Cu Trinh/District 1

Highlights

Restaurant + Bar

Panoramic views

Urban wine bar

The luxurious Pullman Saigon Centre comes with a dual and fantastic rooftop setting, including **rooftop restaurant, wine bar and rooftop bar**. The very top and 31st floor is home to the Rooftop Bar, the highest hotel rooftop bar in Ho Chi Minh, and a great spot for open-air drinks with amazing panoramics over the city skyline. One floor below is the Mad Cow Wine & Grill, which combines the best of an edgy grill with a casual urban wine bar. Make a combo-visit at the Pullman Saigon Centre rooftop, with a meal at Mad Cow and a pre- or post dinner drink on the terrace at the Rooftop Bar.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Rooftop Grand Lounge in Ho Chi Minh City — 21

Rooftop Grand Lounge

$$$$ | 20th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

Morning to night

Panoramic views

Filipino music band

Perched 20 floors above the hustle below, the Rooftop Grand Lounge is found on top of the Grand Hotel Saigon, and mixes covered and open-air seating in a setting that is both **classic and luxurious, yet very cozy**. And the ambience sure is helped by the amazing panoramics over the Saigon skyline and river. Open from morning to late night, here you can enjoy both authentic Western and Vietnamese cusine, as well as a large drink list, including everything from refreshing cocktails to fine wines and cold beers.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh M Bar at Hotel Majestic Saigon in Ho Chi Minh — 22

M Bar at Hotel Majestic Saigon

$$$ | 8th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

River views

Live music

Refurbished 2018

Located on top of the very classic and luxurious Hotel Majestic Saigon, this is really a magnificent Ho Chi Minh rooftop bar for soothing **river views** and comfy time with friends and family. While the M rooftop bar, just as the hotel, is a classic place, it was refurbished during 2018 and now offers a new setting and a new decor. Open from early morning to late night, offering all day á la carte dining & drinks, you can visit M Bar for both rooftop breakfast and lunch, or come later at night and enjoy crafted cocktails and live music.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel in Ho Chi Minh — 23

Vertical Sky Bar

$$$ | 25th floor | Bến Nghé/District 1

Highlights

Infinity pool

River view

Relaxing

The modern Liberty Central Saigon Riverside has a rooftop terrace equipped with a **luxurious and cool infinity pool**. And while the pool is only for hotel guests, the terrace also comes with a great rooftop bar, called Vertical Sky Bar, open for everyone and offering a stunning view over the Saigon River. The atmosphere on the terrace is relaxed pool lounge during day and more festive and fun later on, with different live bands five nights a week. Enjoy signature cocktails, wine and local draught beers with a mix of fantastic views, casual conversations and a bit of vibe.

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Rooftop bar Ho Chi Minh Rooftop Garden at Rex Hotel in Ho Chi Minh — 24

Rooftop Garden Bar at Rex Hotel

$$$$ | 5th floor | Bến Nghé/Disrict 1

Highlights

Classic spot

Large terrace

Live music

A **very classical** Ho Chi Minh rooftop bar and garden terrace, located on the 5-star Rex Hotel, at the top of the Nguyen Hue Walking Street. Large and spacious terrace with quite simple decor and lots of seating, both under a roof and out in the open air. Open from early morning to late night, here you can order snacks and drinks of the highest quality, however at quite steep prices. Live music every night to raise the atmosphere, usually old classic, which suits the more mature audience and ambience found at the rooftop.

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Hans Ebenman

Hans has visited over 500 rooftop bars, 200 rooftop pools and 300 rooftop restaurants since 2015. This vast experience has made Hans a true rooftop expert, and one of the most knowledgeable in the field. Today, numerous of travel magazines, bloggers and media websites contact Hans to get his expertise on rooftops.