Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- The Show: A 15-minute aquatic presentation combining dancing water fountain jets shooting up to 12 meters high, advanced color lasers, flame effects, lava projections, and an orchestral soundtrack composed by Singaporean music producer Kenn C.
- Showtimes: Sunday through Thursday at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM; Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
- Admission: 100% Free to watch from the public boardwalk steps outside The Shoppes.
The Shoppes, Sampan Canal & Rain Oculus
At the base of the towers lies The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore’s premier luxury retail mall:
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- The Show: A 15-minute aquatic presentation combining dancing water fountain jets shooting up to 12 meters high, advanced color lasers, flame effects, lava projections, and an orchestral soundtrack composed by Singaporean music producer Kenn C.
- Showtimes: Sunday through Thursday at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM; Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
- Admission: 100% Free to watch from the public boardwalk steps outside The Shoppes.
The Shoppes, Sampan Canal & Rain Oculus
At the base of the towers lies The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore’s premier luxury retail mall:
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- The SkyPark Observation Deck: Open to public ticket holders, located on the colossal 67-meter cantilevered southern overhang of Tower 3. Stepping out onto the wooden viewing deck provides unobstructed, panoramic 360-degree vistas taking in the Singapore financial skyline, Gardens by the Bay, the Singapore Flyer, the Marina Barrage, and the busy international shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait dotted with hundreds of cargo vessels.
- The World’s Largest Rooftop Infinity Pool (146 meters / 479 feet): Perched 57 stories in the clouds, this is the world’s largest elevated outdoor infinity pool, holding 376,000 gallons of water with an invisible vanishing edge that appears to spill directly off the skyscraper over the downtown skyline. CRITICAL RULE: The infinity pool is strictly exclusive to registered hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. You cannot purchase a ticket, pass, or day pass to swim in the pool; you must book an overnight room at the hotel.
- Rooftop Dining & Nightlife: Visitors without hotel rooms can still enjoy the SkyPark atmosphere by booking dining or drinks at rooftop venues like CÉ LA VI Restaurant & SkyBar, Spago Dining Room by Wolfgang Puck, or Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar.
Spectra: The Free Outdoor Light & Water Show
Every evening, the Event Plaza along the outdoor waterfront promenade hosts Spectra, an outdoor multimedia symphony:
- The Show: A 15-minute aquatic presentation combining dancing water fountain jets shooting up to 12 meters high, advanced color lasers, flame effects, lava projections, and an orchestral soundtrack composed by Singaporean music producer Kenn C.
- Showtimes: Sunday through Thursday at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM; Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
- Admission: 100% Free to watch from the public boardwalk steps outside The Shoppes.
The Shoppes, Sampan Canal & Rain Oculus
At the base of the towers lies The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore’s premier luxury retail mall:
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
- The SkyPark Observation Deck: Open to public ticket holders, located on the colossal 67-meter cantilevered southern overhang of Tower 3. Stepping out onto the wooden viewing deck provides unobstructed, panoramic 360-degree vistas taking in the Singapore financial skyline, Gardens by the Bay, the Singapore Flyer, the Marina Barrage, and the busy international shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait dotted with hundreds of cargo vessels.
- The World’s Largest Rooftop Infinity Pool (146 meters / 479 feet): Perched 57 stories in the clouds, this is the world’s largest elevated outdoor infinity pool, holding 376,000 gallons of water with an invisible vanishing edge that appears to spill directly off the skyscraper over the downtown skyline. CRITICAL RULE: The infinity pool is strictly exclusive to registered hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. You cannot purchase a ticket, pass, or day pass to swim in the pool; you must book an overnight room at the hotel.
- Rooftop Dining & Nightlife: Visitors without hotel rooms can still enjoy the SkyPark atmosphere by booking dining or drinks at rooftop venues like CÉ LA VI Restaurant & SkyBar, Spago Dining Room by Wolfgang Puck, or Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar.
Spectra: The Free Outdoor Light & Water Show
Every evening, the Event Plaza along the outdoor waterfront promenade hosts Spectra, an outdoor multimedia symphony:
- The Show: A 15-minute aquatic presentation combining dancing water fountain jets shooting up to 12 meters high, advanced color lasers, flame effects, lava projections, and an orchestral soundtrack composed by Singaporean music producer Kenn C.
- Showtimes: Sunday through Thursday at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM; Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
- Admission: 100% Free to watch from the public boardwalk steps outside The Shoppes.
The Shoppes, Sampan Canal & Rain Oculus
At the base of the towers lies The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore’s premier luxury retail mall:
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
Overview: Why Marina Bay Sands Is the Architectural Crown of Singapore
Marina Bay Sands (MBS), gracefully framing the waters of Marina Bay in Downtown Singapore, is one of the world’s most ambitious and recognizable architectural landmarks. Designed by visionary Israeli-Canadian architect Moshe Safdie and opened in 2010 at a development cost exceeding $6.88 billion USD, the integrated resort completely redefined Singapore’s national skyline, transforming the island nation into a global hub for luxury tourism, finance, and futuristic urban design.
The complex consists of three cascading 55-story hotel towers housing 2,561 luxury rooms and suites, unified at their summits by the gravity-defying Sands SkyPark—a continuous 340-meter-long (1,115-foot) cantilevered rooftop structural deck longer than the Eiffel Tower laid horizontally. Spanning an area equivalent to four and a half A380 jumbo jets and perched 200 meters (656 feet) in the sky, the SkyPark features lush tropical gardens, acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, an open-air public observation deck, and the world’s most famous elevated rooftop infinity pool.
Sands SkyPark: Observation Deck vs. The Legendary Infinity Pool
The rooftop SkyPark provides two distinct experiences depending on your booking:
- The SkyPark Observation Deck: Open to public ticket holders, located on the colossal 67-meter cantilevered southern overhang of Tower 3. Stepping out onto the wooden viewing deck provides unobstructed, panoramic 360-degree vistas taking in the Singapore financial skyline, Gardens by the Bay, the Singapore Flyer, the Marina Barrage, and the busy international shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait dotted with hundreds of cargo vessels.
- The World’s Largest Rooftop Infinity Pool (146 meters / 479 feet): Perched 57 stories in the clouds, this is the world’s largest elevated outdoor infinity pool, holding 376,000 gallons of water with an invisible vanishing edge that appears to spill directly off the skyscraper over the downtown skyline. CRITICAL RULE: The infinity pool is strictly exclusive to registered hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. You cannot purchase a ticket, pass, or day pass to swim in the pool; you must book an overnight room at the hotel.
- Rooftop Dining & Nightlife: Visitors without hotel rooms can still enjoy the SkyPark atmosphere by booking dining or drinks at rooftop venues like CÉ LA VI Restaurant & SkyBar, Spago Dining Room by Wolfgang Puck, or Lavo Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar.
Spectra: The Free Outdoor Light & Water Show
Every evening, the Event Plaza along the outdoor waterfront promenade hosts Spectra, an outdoor multimedia symphony:
- The Show: A 15-minute aquatic presentation combining dancing water fountain jets shooting up to 12 meters high, advanced color lasers, flame effects, lava projections, and an orchestral soundtrack composed by Singaporean music producer Kenn C.
- Showtimes: Sunday through Thursday at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM; Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
- Admission: 100% Free to watch from the public boardwalk steps outside The Shoppes.
The Shoppes, Sampan Canal & Rain Oculus
At the base of the towers lies The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore’s premier luxury retail mall:
- The Indoor Canal & Sampan Rides: An air-conditioned indoor canal flows through the center of the mall, where visitors can board traditional wooden Chinese sampan boats for a leisurely cruise through the shopping galleries ($15 SGD per ticket).
- The Rain Oculus: Designed by artist Ned Kahn, this 22-meter-wide acrylic bowl set into the outdoor promenade swirls rainwater into an enormous whirlpool. Several times daily, the whirlpool releases, sending 6,000 gallons of water per minute cascading down into the indoor canal two stories below in a dramatic water cascade.
- Digital Light Canvas: An interactive digital floor created in collaboration with Japanese art collective teamLab, where visitors create blooming flowers, ocean waves, and calligraphic ink strokes with their footsteps.
Tickets, Pricing & Advance Booking Guide
- SkyPark Observation Deck Ticket: $32 SGD for adults ($28 SGD for children ages 2–12; $28 SGD for seniors 65+).
- Peak Sunset Surcharge: An additional $4 SGD surcharge applies for entry between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM during the golden hour sunset window.
- Online Booking: Advance online booking through the official Marina Bay Sands website (marinabaysands.com) is recommended to reserve preferred timeslots.
Practical Visitor Details, Hours & Transit
- Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956.
- Observation Deck Entrance: Located exterior to Hotel Tower 3 on the basement level. Look for the dedicated “SkyPark Observation Deck” ticketing and elevator lobby on Sheares Link.
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry at 9:30 PM).
- MRT Station: Take the MRT Downtown Line or Circle Line directly to Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16). Exits C and D connect directly into the subterranean corridors of The Shoppes and the hotel towers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone use the Marina Bay Sands infinity pool?
No, the rooftop infinity pool is reserved exclusively for registered overnight hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands. Observation deck ticket holders can view the pool area through glass dividers, but cannot enter or swim in it.
Is the Spectra light and water show free?
Yes, Spectra is completely free to view from the outdoor Event Plaza boardwalk along Marina Bay every evening at 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
How high is the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark?
The Sands SkyPark sits 200 meters (656 feet / 57 stories) above the ground, spanning across the tops of all three hotel towers.
