Luxury homes come in all shapes and sizes, but some take opulence to much greater heights, quite literally! Whether perched atop a modern skyscraper or nestled inside an iconic landmark, these penthouse apartments all offer gorgeous interior design, plush amenities and, of course, jaw-dropping views.

From Sydney to New York, Berlin to Dubai, click or scroll to step inside the crème de la crème of sky-high living...

We've based our ranking on the size, sale price and amenities of each penthouse, and the opinions of our well-travelled team. The list is unavoidably subjective.