If you are after skyline views in Kuala Lumpur, start here. 12 rooftop bars on the local map, sorted by what reviewers actually say. When in doubt, call ahead. Kuala Lumpur spots tend to keep their own hours.
Rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur
Cocktails above the streets: where Kuala Lumpur goes for golden hour, according to reviews. Arrive before sunset for the view; the best tables rarely last past golden hour.
★ 4.5 · 3,639 reviews · Level 57, Menara 3, Petronas, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Very_Expensive
★ 4.5 · 1,446 reviews · 1, Rooftop Bangsar Village II, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Expensive
★ 4.9 · 1,103 reviews · Unit 4-1, Menara Noble Land Jalan Changkat, Lorong Ceylon, Bukit Ceylon, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Moderate
Rooftops in Kuala Lumpur are weather-dependent — have a ground-level backup in mind if the sky turns.
Arrive 30 to 45 minutes before sunset for the best tables; after dark the crowd (and the wait) builds.
Many rooftops enforce a dress code after a certain hour. When in doubt, smart casual beats sportswear.
About Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (coordinates 3.15, 101.69, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Sources for Kuala Lumpur: Google Places listings with ratings, re-pulled regularly. If a venue has opened or closed recently, give the listings a week or two to catch up.
Common questions
Where do these Kuala Lumpur rooftop listings come from?
Google Places listings for Kuala Lumpur with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.
Are Kuala Lumpur rooftop bars seasonal?
Many are. Rooftop season follows the weather, so winter visits can disappoint — check the venue is actually open up top.
