A series of rooftop bars in Hanoi with views of the sparkling city at night

Rooftop bars such as Moonlight Sky Bar, Top of Hanoi... offer a fresh perspective of the capital Hanoi when night falls and the streets light up.

Terraço Sky Bar

Overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake, the bar impresses with its elegant decor, highlighted by the crown-shaped design on the right side of the bar.

The menu of nine unique cocktails is inspired by Hanoi's Old Quarter. For example, the Lan Ong cocktail, named after a street with many traditional medicine shops, combines alcohol with various herbs including oolong tea, wolfberry and longan to create a bitter taste.

Super spacious outdoor seating. Photo: Terraco Sky Bar

Address: 33-35 Hang Dau, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Moonlight Sky Bar

It is no exaggeration to say that this is one of the most ambitious skybar designs in Hanoi. The bar has boldly brought one of the most iconic images of Hanoi into its space. You will be greeted by a giant octagonal bar in the center with bright lights.

The evening is more poetic when enjoying a cocktail in an enchanting space. Photo: Moonlight Sky Bar

The highlight of the restaurant is the sparkling replica of Long Bien Bridge designed on the 2nd floor area. When passing through this special replica, you can admire the real bridge in the distance. The bar also attracts attention with a variety of signature cocktails. You can order drinks with some dishes to enjoy a romantic outdoor dinner.

Address: 94 Ma May, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Lighthouse Sky Bar

The bar is built like a cruise ship with the bar on the bow overlooking Hanoi's Old Quarter, and the stern facing the Red River. Both areas have outdoor seating with comfortable sofas to help you gaze out at the vast sky.

Enjoy a romantic evening. Photo: Lighthouse Sky Bar

If you come here, don't miss La Selection, which is considered the restaurant's signature dish. What could be better than lying on the sofa, sipping a delicious drink and watching Hanoi at night?

Address: 27 Hang Be, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Top of Hanoi

Located on the 67th floor of the Lotte Center building, this spacious open-air bar is one of the highest in the city. Top of Hanoi opts for a simple design to draw attention to the surrounding scenery.

Live music performances are often held here. Photo: Top of Hanoi - Lotte Hotel Hanoi

In such a high place, you should pay attention to the temperature, if necessary, bring a jacket. In addition, the restaurant also has its own dress code that you should pay attention to. For drinks, try ordering a Faint Smoky cocktail, the strong flavor of whiskey combined with the sweetness of honey and the spicy taste of cinnamon will warm you up.

Address: 54 Lieu Giai, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

The Summit Bar

Occupying the entire 20th floor of Pan Pacific Hanoi with luxurious interiors and stunning views of West Lake, The Summit Bar is a must-see on the list of rooftop bars in Hanoi.

View of West Lake from above. Photo: The Summit Bar

Surrounded by glass walls and comfortable outdoor seating you can enjoy your favorite cocktail and admire the enchanting beauty of West Lake as night falls.

The restaurant regularly introduces new cocktails to please its guests. You can also order some other dishes to accompany your drinks to enjoy your dinner at high altitude.

Address: 1 Thanh Nien Street, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

Diamond Sky Bar

This is a unique architectural structure consisting of 3 overlapping terraces crafted in the shape of a grand piano. With black as the main color scheme, the spacious venue has wooden floors that extend across the main bar and the second floor.

Panoramic view of Hanoi city at night. Photo: Diamond Sky Bar

From here, you can see the Red River and part of the Hanoi Mother-of-Pearl Ceramic Mural – listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the longest ceramic mural in the world . Weather permitting, you can see the entire Ba Vi mountain range, 60km west of Hanoi.

Address: 32 Lo Su, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

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