Cover Step above city streets and scenic landscapes with Asia’s most striking skywalks, where architecture meets altitude (Photo: Wu Yongbing/VCG via Getty Images)
Step above city streets and scenic landscapes with Asia’s most striking skywalks, where architecture meets altitude (Photo: Wu Yongbing/VCG via Getty Images)
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From Taipei to Zhangjiajie, these skywalks give urban thrill seekers breathtaking perspectives across Asia
Skywalks have become a feature of Asia’s cities and scenic areas, offering elevated perspectives of urban landscapes and natural terrain. These walkways combine engineering and design to provide unobstructed views from rooftops, cliffs or bridges, giving visitors a clear sense of scale. For those who enjoy heights and expansive vistas, these attractions present an exciting and safe way to experience elevation, whether above a bustling city, a forested valley or a lake. Here are seven skywalks across Asia that deliver both architectural interest and striking perspectives.
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1. Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei 101 was the world’s tallest building from 2004 to 2010. Its observatory is situated on the 89th floor, at approximately 382 metres, with both indoor and outdoor viewing areas. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the city and the surrounding mountains. The 91st-floor outdoor deck includes the building’s signature tuned mass damper, which stabilises the tower. The combination of engineering ingenuity and elevated perspective makes it one of Asia’s notable skywalks.
2. Mahanakhon Skywalk, Bangkok, Thailand
On the 78th floor of the King Power Mahanakhon building, the Mahanakhon Skywalk offers a 360-degree view of Bangkok. Its glass-floor tray hovers roughly 310 metres above the streets below. The observatory pairs the skywalk with digital displays and a rooftop bar, creating a layered experience of height, light and urban panorama.
3. Komtar Skywalk, Penang, Malaysia
Perched atop the Komtar Tower in George Town, the Komtar Skywalk, also known as the Rainbow Skywalk, is a 16-metre-long glass cantilever bridge, 248 metres above the ground. Its horseshoe shape reveals rooftops, winding streets and Penang Hill in the distance. The glass floor emphasises vertical perspective and contrasts historical neighbourhoods with modern city architecture.
4. Soyanggang Skywalk, Chuncheon, South Korea
The Soyanggang Skywalk is a 174-metre walkway cantilevered over Soyang Lake, with 156 metres of transparent glass flooring. Positioned approximately seven to eight metres above the water, it gives the sensation of floating above the lake. Its combination of length, height and visibility makes it the most prominent skywalk in South Korea, offering a controlled yet dramatic thrill.
5. Mishima Skywalk, Japan
The Mishima Skywalk is a 400-metre pedestrian suspension bridge across a valley in Mount Hakone, rising 70.6 metres at its highest point. On clear days, visitors can see Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay. The bridge blends engineered suspension with natural scenery, providing a contemplative yet elevated experience.
6. Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, China
Above Visitors navigate the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, suspended above the dramatic canyon landscape (Photo: Wu Yongbing/VCG via Getty Images)
Visitors navigate the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, suspended above the dramatic canyon landscape (Photo: Wu Yongbing/VCG via Getty Images)
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The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge spans 430 metres between cliffs and stands roughly 300 metres above the canyon floor. Its glass-bottomed design gives the impression of walking through air, surrounded by steep cliffs and valleys. The bridge is engineered for large crowds, but the vertical perspective and scale remain the defining features.
These seven skywalks show the variety of elevated experiences across Asia, from city rooftops to cliffs and lakes. Each offers expansive views supported by careful engineering, giving visitors a safe way to enjoy the heights. For anyone interested in both design and perspective, these skywalks provide striking ways to take in the surrounding landscapes.
Chonx Tibajia is a senior editor at Tatler Asia’s T-Labs team, where she writes widely on lifestyle subjects including beauty, style, entertainment and travel. She has a long career in journalism, including roles as a columnist at The Philippine Star, and is the founder of the creative platform Pineappleversed. Beyond Tatler, her bylines appear in regional lifestyle and business publications, showcasing a broad portfolio that spans beauty trends, travel guides and culture pieces.
