City Space Bar

Perched on the 34th floor of Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy, City Space Bar & Restaurant is one of Moscow’s classic sky bars – a circular, glass-walled lounge that feels like a spaceship hovering above the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap around the room, giving you a full 360-degree panorama: the Moskva River curling below, the Kremlin and city center in the distance, and a sea of lights after dark as the city switches on. Inside, the vibe is polished and contemporary. Low armchairs and glossy tables are arranged along the windows so almost every seat gets a view, while the central bar is lined with premium spirits and a serious backbar of liqueurs and infusions. It’s elegant without being stiff: think date-night couples, hotel guests lingering over martinis, and well-dressed locals who come specifically for the view and the drinks. Cocktails are the main event here. The menu leans into modern hotel-bar mixology: reworked classics, seasonal signatures, and vodka-forward recipes with a distinctly Russian twist. Expect things like fruit-driven sours, herbaceous long drinks, and spirit-forward signatures that pair well with the nighttime skyline. The bartenders are used to international guests, so off-menu classics or tweaks are usually no problem, and presentation tends to be refined rather than gimmicky. The bar also runs as a restaurant, with a menu that fits the upscale setting: snacks and bar bites if you’re just here for a sunset drink, plus mains and desserts if you want to make an evening of it. Prices are on the higher side by Moscow standards, but part of what you’re paying for is the setting – 140 meters above the city with a front-row seat to the skyline. The mood shifts over the course of the day. Early evening is all about sunset views and quieter conversations. As the sky darkens, the lights of Moscow flicker on in every direction and the bar takes on a more glamorous, almost cinematic feel. On weekends especially, a DJ adds a soft club-lounge soundtrack without overwhelming the room, keeping it firmly in “sophisticated night out” territory rather than full-on nightclub. If you’re visiting, it’s worth booking ahead, especially if you want a table right by the window. Dress smart-casual at least – it’s not an overly rigid dress code, but the setting and prices naturally attract a more polished crowd. Whether you’re celebrating, showing off Moscow to visitors, or just treating yourself to a drink with a view, City Space is one of those places that feels special the moment the elevator doors slide open onto the top floor.