The Best Rooftop Bars in Ho Chi Minh City (2026)
Party skybars, sunset terraces and happy hours across Saigon.
By Quick answer
- Best overall Chill Skybar
- Refined sunset drinks Social Club Rooftop Bar
- Old-school Saigon charm Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar
How this list is ordered: listings marked “Featured” are paid Premium placements; other listings are ordered by plan (Standard, then Basic) and then by our editors’ ranking. “Best overall” is always our editors’ pick. Links to businesses are provided for reference.
Ho Chi Minh City’s rooftop bars range from party skybars in District 1 to relaxed terraces in Thao Dien. We compared eight on view, drinks, music and value, including a historic hotel rooftop on Lam Son Square and a bar right on Nguyen Hue Walking Street.
Happy hours start early here, some from 3pm, so a sunset drink can be good value.
Our picks at a glance
- 1. Chill Skybar Big party nights
- 2. Social Club Rooftop Bar Refined sunset drinks
- 3. Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar Old-school Saigon charm
- 4. Banana Mama Sundowners with friends
- 5. Shri Lifestyle Dining Date night
- 6. Papaya Papa Dinner that turns into DJ sets
- 7. Le Café des Stagiaires Neighbourhood sunsets in Thao Dien
- 8. Broma: Not A Bar Walking-street people-watching
Compare side by side
| Rooftop Bars | Best for | From | Level | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chill Skybar | Big party nights | — | 26 | District 1 |
| Social Club Rooftop Bar | Refined sunset drinks | — | — | District 3 |
| Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar | Old-school Saigon charm | — | — | District 1 |
| Banana Mama | Sundowners with friends | — | 10 | District 1 |
| Shri Lifestyle Dining | Date night | — | 23 | District 3 |
| Papaya Papa | Dinner that turns into DJ sets | — | — | District 3 |
| Le Café des Stagiaires | Neighbourhood sunsets in Thao Dien | — | — | Thao Dien |
| Broma: Not A Bar | Walking-street people-watching | — | — | District 1 |
The list
1. Chill Skybar
Still the place to go when you want a big night.
What we like
- Saigon's original party skybar
- DJs every night
Worth knowing
- Not a quiet drink
- Level
- 26
- DJ
- Nightly
2. Social Club Rooftop Bar
An early, generous happy hour makes sunset here good value.
What we like
- Half-price happy hour from 3pm
- Refined art deco setting
Worth knowing
- Hotel-bar prices outside happy hour
- Happy hour
- Half price, 3pm – 7pm
3. Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar
Come for a highball and a sense of the city's past.
What we like
- Old-school Saigon atmosphere
- Central Lam Son Square location
Worth knowing
- Feels more classic than trendy
4. Banana Mama
Our pick for Aperols and photos with friends.
What we like
- Pretty sunset terrace
- Craft beer and natural wine
Worth knowing
- Near busy Bui Vien
- Level
- 10
5. Shri Lifestyle Dining
Dramatic drinks and plates make it a strong date spot.
What we like
- Design-led terrace
- Strong date-night pick
Worth knowing
- More restaurant than bar
- Level
- 23
6. Papaya Papa
Shifts from restaurant to bar to club without trying too hard.
What we like
- Indoor and outdoor space
- DJs late into the night
Worth knowing
- Gets busy on weekends
- Indoor & outdoor
- Yes
7. Le Café des Stagiaires
The friendly, budget-friendly pick.
What we like
- Affordable menu
- Landmark 81 views
Worth knowing
- Out in Thao Dien
- Views
- Landmark 81
8. Broma: Not A Bar
All about the location and the music.
What we like
- Right on Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- Live music and DJs
Worth knowing
- Low-rise view
- Live music
- Thursdays
How we picked these rooftop bars
We started from current local guides and venue listings, then compared each bar on its view, drinks, price, atmosphere and practical details such as opening hours, happy hours and dress codes. We checked that every bar was still open in 2026, and we left out venues that have closed or changed hands. No venue paid to be ranked; any paid Featured spots are labelled.
- The view and how high you are
- Drinks quality and price
- Atmosphere, music and service
- Happy hours and value
- Practical details: hours, dress code, weather cover
Best rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City: what Reddit says
Searching for “best rooftop bar ho chi minh city reddit”? Local Reddit threads on r/saigon are a good way to hear unfiltered opinions from people who live in Ho Chi Minh City — but recommendations are scattered across many posts and are often years old.
How to use Reddit alongside this list:
- Search the subreddit for a business’s name to read recent experiences, good and bad.
- Check the date — prices, staff and opening hours change, so favour threads from the last 12 months.
- Look for specifics (what was paid, how long it took, what was done) rather than one-word recommendations.
- Then compare with the prices, hours and contact details on this page, which our editors keep up to date.
Frequently asked questions
What's the best rooftop bar for a big night out?
Chill Skybar on top of AB Tower, Saigon's original party skybar with DJs every night.
Which rooftop bar has the best happy hour?
Social Club Rooftop Bar at Hôtel des Arts runs half-price drinks from 3pm to 7pm.
Are there rooftop bars outside District 1?
Yes. Le Café des Stagiaires in Thao Dien has an affordable menu and views of Landmark 81.
