The World’s 24 Coolest Bars To Grab A Drink

If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable drinking experience, the world has plenty of cool bars worth checking out. One such bar is the Atlas Bar in Singapore, which boasts a stunning Art Deco interior and an extensive gin collection that includes rare and vintage bottles. Another cool bar is the Icebar in Stockholm, Sweden, where everything from the bar to the glasses is made entirely of ice, providing an immersive and chilly drinking experience. And for those who prefer something a bit more unconventional, the El Floridita bar in Havana, Cuba, is a must-visit, as it was once a favorite haunt of author Ernest Hemingway and is famous for its signature daiquiri cocktail. These are just a few examples of the world’s coolest bars that offer a unique and exciting drinking experience. (H/T)

01. The Laundromat Cafe, Reykjavik, Iceland

The Laundromat Cafe is a bizarre mixture of a bar, laundromat, cafe, and library. If you ever needed all these amenities under one roof, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

02. Monkey Bar, Berlin

The Monkey Bar overlooks the grand Berlin Zoological Gardens, so there’s a good chance you’ll see a monkey.

03. Joben Bistro, Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Joben Bistro is a peculiar pub with a charming steampunk design that takes you back in time. The combination of brass, copper,r, and fluorescent lights creates an elegant hideout to hang out with friends.

04. Northern Lights Bar, Iceland

This bar in the middle of nowhere offers front-row seats to a truly spectacular natural phenomenon. The bar’s massive windows offer incredible views of the aurora borealis and the moss-covered lava fields.

05. The Clinic Bar, Singapore

This bizarre medical-themed bar has patrons sitting in wheelchairs and drinking cocktails through an IV. This strange setting is one of the most popular spots in the bustling downtown of Singapore.

06 Bab-Al-Shams, Dubai

Overlooking the seemingly endless Arabian Desert, this rooftop lounge transforms with the amazing vistas of a sunset.

07. White Rabbit Restaurant & Bar, Moscow, Russia

Moscow is an incredibly vibrant city with immense history and architecture. The White Rabbit offers the best panoramas of the bustling city below and delicious international fusion cuisine.

08. Blue Frog Lounge, Mumbai, India

The strange design of this bar means that wherever you sit, you can see and hear the music from the live stage as if you were sitting right next to it.

09. Club 33, Disneyland, California

Hidden away in the New Orleans Square area of Disneyland is Club 33 – a private club with a decade-long waiting list for new members. The club is the only location that offers alcohol in the park, and its members are allowed exclusive access to areas of the park, like the wheelhouse of the Mark Twain and the engine compartments of steam trains.

10. Sky Bar, Bangkok

The Sky Bar is perched on the roof of the Lebua State Tower, 63 stories above the bustling streets of Bangkok. Sip on delicious cocktails as you look upon the sea of lights below.

11. Sunland Pub, South Africa

South Africa’s baobab trees are well known for their enormous size. This tree, nicknamed Sunland, is over 6,000 years old and so large that a small bar can operate in the hollow of the trunk. Open since 1933, the pub can only serve a lucky 15 guests at one time.

12. The Ice Bar, Quebec City, Canada

This ice-sculpted bar melts each summer and is completely rebuilt every year. From January to March, chilled cocktails are on offer to visitors, though you should probably consider bringing a coat.

13. Tiger Leaping Gorge Bar, China

Tiger Leaping Gorge is an incredible canyon that is so breathtaking that it has been named a World Heritage Site. Balancing on a cliff above the raging rapids below is a bar with the best views in the world.

14. Safe House, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The Safe House is a spy-themed bar behind a secret red door without proper labeling. A password is required to get in, but there are secret passageways to explore drunkenly once you do.

15. H.R. Giger Alien Bar, Gruyere, Switzerland

Giger Bar is lovingly themed and modeled after the movie “Alien” by Ridley Scott. A must-visit for sci-fi fans; try to avoid the face-huggers.

16. Alux Caverna Lounge, Mexico

Alux is the most extensive cave bar in the world. Over 18,000 years old, the cave system is elegantly lit by hundreds of candles. Magnificent flowstones and stalactites dominate the walls of the various chambers, each more impressive than the last.

17. Hotel Edelweiss, Mürren, Switzerland

Where better to enjoy haute cuisine and a beer than 6,300 feet above the ground,d surrounded by a magnificent mountain panorama formed by 21 peaks at the heart of the Alp?

18. Ozone Bar, Hong Kong, China

Stepping inside the Ozone Bar is like stepping inside of a bee hive. The bar is the highest in Hong Kong and sits atop Hong Kong’s tallest hotel, the Ritz Carlton, on floor 118. The views, service, design, and drinks are all more exquisite than the last.

19. The Water and Wind Bar, Binh Duong, Vietnam

The Water and Wind Bar is set on a flooded land area, creating an incredible reflection in the water. Stepping stones lead across the reflection and into the massive thatched hut. Lamps adorn the walls, creating an incredibly cozy hideout for a few drinks.

20. The Red Sea Bar, Israel

This bar sits fully submerged on the surface of the incredibly gorgeous and lush Red Sea, with incredible views of the native fish and coral.

21. The Rock Bar, Bali, Indonesia

Perched on the cliffs of Bali, the Rock Bar overlooks the magnificent Indian Ocean. The bar is best visited at sunset when the sea and sky appear enchanted by magic.

22. Bicycle Bar, Bucharest, Romania

“Bicicletabar” in Romania, the chairs and tables in this wacky bar are made from recycled bicycles.

23. Dabbous Bar, London

With its exposed brickwork, sheet metal, and natural wood, Dabbous has an industrial yet organic design that complements the incredible cocktails and canapés.