Merlion Park
Located at Marina Bay, Merlion Park is an unmissable landmark of Singapore. The iconic Merlion statue stands 8.6 meters tall, weighs 70 tons, and continuously spouts water. The statue was designed and sculpted by Singaporean sculptor Lim Nang Seng. The fish body symbolizes Singapore's humble beginnings as a small fishing village known as Temasek, while the lion head represents Singapore's earliest name 'Singapura' (Malay for 'Lion City'). In addition to this original Merlion statue, the park also features another smaller Merlion statue that stands 2 meters tall and weighs 3 tons.
Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay is a must-see landmark in Singapore. It won the World Building of the Year 2012 award and consists of conservatories (Flower Dome and Cloud Forest), 18 Supertrees, Heritage Gardens, World of Plants, Dragonfly Lake, and Kingfisher Lake. In early 2014, the Children's Garden at Gardens by the Bay was newly opened. The Gardens by the Bay is a great place to get close to nature with its shady trees, exotic flowers, and rippling waters. Walking on the OCBC Skyway among the Supertrees, you can also enjoy views of Marina Bay Sands Hotel and the Singapore Flyer. If you visit the Gardens by the Bay at night, the lights on the Supertrees are very modern. Additionally, don't miss the light shows at 19:45 and 20:45, where the changing colors paired with music add a stunning charm to this 'forest of the future.'
Marina Bay Sands Hotel and Sands SkyPark
Marina Bay Sands Hotel is the largest hotel in Singapore, featuring three 55-story skyscrapers tilted at a 26° angle, topped with the 'SkyPark'. The hotel’s lower levels house a large shopping mall, Michelin-starred restaurants, and a super casino. The 'SkyPark' on the top floor boasts a garden, jogging track, infinity pool, and the world's largest cantilevered observation deck, offering an unmissable panoramic view of Marina Bay.
Singapore Flyer
Standing at 165 meters, the Singapore Flyer is located by the Singapore River and is the largest observation wheel in Asia. It offers panoramic views of landmarks such as the Esplanade, Marina Bay Sands, the F1 Singapore Grand Prix circuit, and the ArtScience Museum. On clear days, you can even see the coastlines of Malaysia and Indonesia. The wheel ascends at a very gentle pace, making it a comfortable experience without inducing fear. A full rotation takes about thirty minutes. Below the Flyer, there is the 'Singapore Food Street,' a food court with over 800 seats, themed around the 1960s, giving visitors a nostalgic journey back in time.
