Akara Sky Hanuman Bangkok

Our take

Half observation deck, half theme park, and unapologetic about either: the lift hauls you up through mirror rooms, virtual lantern festivals and hourly Hanuman dance shows. The staff are literally trained to shoot your TikToks, the Mango Sticky Rice cocktail is the order. Priced like an attraction because it is one — arrive expecting a show and it delivers.

Insider tip

Two things to know: after 11 PM the sky bar takes walk-ins and the entry converts into a fully redeemable drinks credit, and several floors are mirrored — dress accordingly. Budget a few extra minutes to find the entrance; it hides through the neighboring building, down an escalator.