Rooftop bars in Shanghai
Drinks with a view in Shanghai: 12 rooftop bars listed locally. This guide keeps the named, rated rooftops — no paid placements. When in doubt, call ahead. Shanghai spots tend to keep their own hours.
Rooftop bars in Shanghai
Rooftops around Shanghai with a view and a drinks list, best-reviewed first. Sunset slots go first. Weather can close a rooftop with no notice, so keep a ground-floor backup in mind.
Place data, ratings and reviews by Google. Powered by Google.
Rooftop nights in Shanghai
- Rooftops in Shanghai 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 Shanghai
Shanghai, Shanghai, China (coordinates 31.26, 121.47, Dayfari covers about 25 km around the centre).
Sources for Shanghai: 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 Shanghai rooftop listings come from?
Google Places listings for Shanghai with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.
Are Shanghai rooftop bars seasonal?
Many are. Rooftop season follows the weather, so winter visits can disappoint — check the venue is actually open up top.
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