Marina Bay Sands Singapore: Attractions, Dining & Shopping Guide

🍽️ Restaurants at Marina Bay Sands Singapore

Located on the 57th floor above the iconic Sands SkyPark, these fine dining restaurants offer world-class dining along the city skyline to the underground hawker venue.

Marina Bay Sands Rooftop Restaurant and Rooftop Bar

• CÉ LA VI Singapore (Tower 3, Level 57): Offers high quality contemporary Asian fusion cuisine. A typical outdoor skybar has a service charge of S$38, which can be fully redeemed as points for meals and cocktails.
• LAVO ITALIAN RESTAURANT & ROOFTOP BAR (Building 1, 57th Floor): Known for their famous extra large ounce meatballs and traditional Italian-American comfort food. The company operates "Observation Deck Travel Hack". Customers will pay a minimum of S$30 to enjoy cocktails while sitting on the roof and taking in the same elevated views as from the adjacent public observation deck.
• Spago by Wolfgang Puck (Tower 2, Level 57): A advanced fine dining restaurant serving California-inspired seasonal cuisine overlooking Gardens by the Bay.

Indian Restaurant at Marina Bay Sands

• Punjab Grill (The Shops, level B1-01A): The resort's best Indian fine dining restaurant. We offer authentic and high-quality North Indian and Punjabi food.
• Signature dishes: Legendary butter chicken, palak paneer, tandoori lamb chop, aromatic saffron pardanasi subz biryani.

Marina Bay Sands Food Court and Fast Food

If you want a casual meal at an affordable price, but don't want the price tag of a fancy restaurant, go to the mall.

• Rasapura Masters (The Shops, Level B2-49A): A large, upscale indoor upscale hawker style food court. There are dozens of local food stalls serving traditional Singaporean food, Malaysian food, pan-Asian food such as Hainanese Chicken Rice, Singapore Laksa, Char Kway Teow and Hokkien Mee. Most single meals average between S$10 and S$18.
• Fast food restaurants and cafes: In the basement of the shopping center there are international chains such as Shake Shack, Ippudo Ramen, Toast Box and Din Tai Fung, which offer quick and convenient meals.

Marina Bay Sands Dinner Cost

The price of the dinner depends entirely on the level of dining experience you choose from your hotel.

Catering levels	Price range	Key information and examples of venues
Budget Level (Food Court/Casual)	S$12-25 per person	Rasapura Masters or basement fast food stalls (Shake Shack, Toast Box)
Mid-priced price range (Special cafe/Casual Dining)	S$40-90 per person	Venues like Yardbird Southern Table, PS.Cafe Marina Bay Sands, Din Tai Fung etc.
Fine Dining Tier (rooftop with celebrity chefs)	S$120-250++ per person	Average price for a typical à la carte or set menu at Punjabi Grill is S$100-140++ (excluding drinks). A three-course dinner at a rooftop restaurant such as CÉ LA VI or LAVO typically costs S$150-200+ per person, including tax and cocktails.

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🛍️ The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands

Spanning over 800,000 square feet, The Shops at Marina Bay Sands is one of Singapore's finest shopping malls, home to the world's largest collection of top designer flagship stores and watchmakers.

Marina Bay Sands Mall Shops and Shopping Directory

• Floating Crystal Pavilions: Floating over Marina Bay, these free-standing glass structures are accessed via an underwater tunnel and feature the iconic Louis Vuitton Island Flagship Store and the massive Apple Marina Bay Sands store.
• Luxury Flagship Stores: Floor L1 and B1 form an exclusive luxury corridor with large two-story boutiques of global fashion brands such as Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Prada, Hermès, Yves Saint Laurent and Balenciaga.
• Luxury Watchmakers and Jewellers: Level B2 has its own watch and jewelery area showcasing ultra-luxury watch brands such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, Richard Mille and Vacheron Constantin.
• Luxury Kids Fashion: The mall's B1 floor features a curated "Luxury Kids" area featuring exclusive children's collections from Ralph Lauren Children, Fendi Kids and Armani Junior.

Mall Directory & Layout Navigation

The layout of the shopping center is divided into three main floors, which extend along the inner canal.

• L1 (Promenade): Direct access to the Haute Couture House and the outdoor street.
• Level B1 (Gallery): High fashion stores, cosmetic and luxury watch stores.
• B2 Level (Canal Level): Sampan Inner Canal, Casino Entrance Gate, Luxury Jewelry Walkway, Luxury Food Court, direct subway access to Bayfront MRT Station.

Marina Bay Sands Mall Restaurants

In addition to retail, the interior of the shopping center is full of award-winning restaurant concepts.

• Chef Restaurants: flagship restaurants from world-renowned chefs such as Cut by Wolfgang Puck (a Michelin-starred American steakhouse), Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay (traditional British cuisine and Wellington beef overlooking the beach) and Mott 32 Petetemporary (upscale Cantonckaserwood).
• Butique Cafe & Tea Salon: For daytime dining or afternoon tea, the mall has Basha Coffee Fashion Avenue (known for its wide selection of single origin coffees paired with gold fleck foam) and TWG Tea Salon & Boutique (two separate tea rooms above the inner canal).
• Popular Asian cuisine: Popular regional chains such as Din Tai Fung (famous for its fine pork, Xiao long bao), Ippudo (rich and creamy Hakata-style pork bone) and Undersea Hot Pot (luxurious interactive hotpot with table-level noodles).
• Budget Food Court (Lasapura Masters): Located next to Digital Light Canvas on Level B2, it serves Singaporean favorites such as Hainanese chicken rice, Singaporean laksa, satay and char kway teowa (S$10-18).

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🎆 Marina Bay Sands Light and Water Show

Spectra Marina Bay Sands Light Show Schedule

Spectra – Light & Water Show is a world-class 15-minute outdoor symphony of lasers, lights and water, which takes place in the evenings on the promenade. The production features state-of-the-art fountains, high-definition projectors, colored lasers and a powerful orchestral soundtrack.

• Admission: Completely Free Open to the public, no tickets or reservations required.

Marina Bay Sands Light Show Timing

The show is shown in the evenings and more seats are added on weekends.

• Sunday-Thursday: 8 and 9 p.m
• Friday and Saturday: 20:00, 21:00, 22:00
• 💡 Tip: Performances may be canceled or rescheduled during major festival rehearsals or due to extreme weather. Check the resort's official bulletin board on the day of your visit to confirm.

Marina Bay Sands Laser Show Best View

There are two different perspectives for viewing spectra, depending on the element you want to focus on.

• Remarkable Front Row View (Event Plaza): Sit in the outdoor wooden tiered amphitheater outside The Shops. From there you are in front of a giant water network, dancing fountains and music speakers. You will experience the whole story, but you may see a bit of mist as the wind blows towards the stairs.
• Panoramic Skyline View (Merlion Park/Fullerton Pavilion): Stand right on the water at Merlion Park. From this distance, you won't be able to hear the music or see the details of the water projections, but you will have an unobstructed view of the three towers of Marina Bay Sands, which shoot giant green and purple lasers into the city skyline.

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🏛️ Marina Bay Sands Art Science Museum

The ArtScience Museum, designed to resemble an open white lotus (or a wishing hand), is located on the pedestrian street next to Tower 3. It features 21 gallery spaces dedicated to exploring the intersection of art, science, technology and culture.

• Opening hours: Open daily from 10 am to 7 pm (last entry at 6 pm).
• Future World Exhibition: The crown jewel of the museum is Future World: Where Art Meets Science, a permanent and highly interactive digital gallery created in collaboration with Tokyo's renowned art collective teamLab. An immersive light fixture that transforms the digital art around you as you move, it's a hit with families and photography enthusiasts alike.

• Ticket Reservations: Tickets must be purchased online in advance for scheduled entry. Epcot standard ticket prices are around S$27 - S$32 for adults and S$22 - S$26 for children. Admission to multiple traveling exhibitions with one All-Access pass costs between S$40 and S$46.

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🗺️ How to Reach Marina Bay Sands Singapore

Nearest MRT Station to Marina Bay Sands

• Station: HarbourFront MRT Station (CE1/DT16) served by Circle Line (Yellow) and City Center Line (Blue).
• Exit Guide: Exit the metro station from Exit C, D or E. These exits provide seamless access to the climate-controlled lower floors (B1 and B2) of Marina Bay Sands Mall and Sands Expo and Convention Center.

Singapore Airport to Marina Bay Sands

Changi Airport (SIN) is located approximately 18 kilometers northeast of the resort. This distance can be covered by three main modes of transport:

• Taxi/Rideshare (fastest): Take a standard city taxi from the terminal arrival hall or use an app such as Grab, Gojek or Tada. The journey takes 15-20 minutes and costs between S$22 and S$35 depending on airport surcharges and peak times.
• MRT Train (Economy): Board the train at Changi Airport Station (CG2), transfer to the Marina City Line (Blue) from Expo Station and take the train directly to Bayfront Station. The journey takes about 50 minutes and costs less than S$3.
• Airport Transfer: Private bus transfers can be booked at the Ground Transportation Desk at a fixed price per passenger.

Marina Bay Sands to Gardens by the Bay Distance

The central areas of the two landmarks are directly next to each other and less than 500 meters apart.

• Walking route: No need to walk on public roads. Take the Lions Bridge elevated walkway on the 4th floor of Marina Bay Sands or take the subway directly from Bayfront MRT Station. Super Grove is a 5-10 minute walk away.

Orchard Road to Marina Bay Sands

• By MRT: Take the North-South Line (Red) from Orchard Station, ride 3 stops to Dhoby Ghaut Station, then transfer to the Circle Line (Yellow) which will take you directly to Bayfront Station. The total travel time is 15-20 minutes.
• Taxi: Driving directly along Bras Basah Road or CentralExpressway (CTE) takes about 10 minutes and costs S$10-15.

Clarke Quay to Marina Bay Sands

• Metro: Walk to Fort Canning MRT Station and take the City Center Line (Blue) East to get directly to Bayfront Station (only 3 stops away). It takes about 8 minutes.
• Walk/Boat: Take a 25-minute stroll along the picturesque Singapore River Promenade or take a paid Singapore River Cruise from Clarke Quay Pier directly to MBS Waterfront Pier.

Marina Bay Sands to Sentosa Island

• By MRT and Monorail: From Bayfront, take the Marina City Line (Blue) to Chinatown Station, transfer to the Northeast Line (Purple) to Harbourfront Station, then go to the top floor of VivoCity Mall to board the Sentosa MRT Monorail. The total time is 35 minutes.
• Taxi: Directly via Marina Coastal Expressway (MCE) takes 15 minutes and costs around S$15-22.

Merlion Park to Marina Bay Sands

• Walking (Scenic): Cross the Jubilee Bridge, walk the winding Marina Bay Promenade through the Esplanade. it's a completely flat and photogenic walking trail that's 1.2 kilometers long and takes about 15 minutes.
• Taxi: Since there's one-way traffic around the bay, taxis have to go around the highway, which takes about 7 minutes and costs about S$7-10.

Parking at Marina Bay Sands

The resort has a large combined underground parking garage accessible via the Gulf Boulevard and Shears Boulevard entrances.

• Monday to Thursday rates: S$8.72 for the first hour, S$2.18 for every 30 minutes thereafter (limit S$28.34/24 hours).
• Friday to Sunday and Public Holidays Rates: S$9.81 for the first hour, S$2.18 for every 30 minutes thereafter (up to S$28.34 per 24 hours).
• 💡 Free Parking Tip: If you are a member of the Sands LifeStyle Rewards program, you can redeem your accumulated Rewards points (Sands Dollars) at mall kiosks for a completely free all-day parking permit.

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📅 Best Time to Visit Marina Bay Sands

To get the most out of your visit, time your arrival throughout the year, week and day to avoid the crowds and enjoy the best views.

• Best time of year (dry season): Plan your visit between February and August. This window is outside of the Northeast Monsoon season, so it's your best chance to enjoy clear blue skies, spectacular sunsets and minimize disruption to outdoor attractions like the Sky Park and Infinity Pool.
• Recommended days of the week: Tuesday to Thursday are the best days. On Fridays, weekends and holidays, locals flock to the mall and the ArtScience Museum, with long lines for elevators and photo opportunities.
• Best time: Arrive around 5.30pm. With this strategic timing, you can experience the city skyline during the sunny golden hours, watch stunning tropical sunsets and see the entire marina lit up at night. You can also watch the first Spectra light show at 8 p.m.

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🎒 Things to Do at Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands is a large integrated resort full of unique experiences. Here are some popular activities to add to your itinerary:

1. Traditional Sampan Ride: Climb aboard a beautifully crafted wooden boat for a leisurely cruise along the canal that flows beneath the mall. This ride takes you around the Rain Oculus, a giant eco-friendly rotating bowl that pours multiple layers of rain into the canal.
2. Interact with Digital Light Canvas: Located next to the food court, this immersive high-tech installation lets you step onto a giant LED floor where foot movements create digital calligraphy, blooming flowers and swimming sea creatures.
3. See a Broadway-style show: Book your tickets at the Sands Theater. The Sands Theater regularly presents world-class international productions, Broadway musicals, concerts and cultural performances.
4. Try world-class cuisine: Enjoy a signature menu from celebrity chefs, including wood-fired steak from Wolfgang Puck's CUT restaurant and classic British beef Wellington from Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen.

📸 Marina Bay Sands Photo Spot

If you want to take the best photos of your trip, visit these particularly photogenic places:

1. Spiral bridge (external)
   • Where to stand: Walk to the spiral bridge that connects the MBS area and the Esplanade area.
   • Shot: Stand on one of the designated glass-bottom viewing platforms that extend out over the water. This provides a perfect and accessible geometric framework for the three hotel towers and the adjacent lotus-shaped ArtScience Museum.
2. ArtScience Museum Lotus Pond (Waterfront Pond)
   • Where to stand: Walk directly onto the public walkway at the foot of the ArtScience Museum building.
   • Photograph: Low angle view of the large lotus pond surrounding the museum. The museum building is beautifully lit at night and you can see the building shining white against the surface of the calm water.
3. Sky Garden Cantilever Cantilever (aerial photography)
   • Where to Stand: Go to the public SkyPark observation deck on the 56th floor and walk to the far end of the observation deck.
   • Shot: Place the target on the glass safety panel at the absolute end of the cantilever. From here you can enjoy an exciting, accessible bird's eye view of the F1 pit buildings, the Singapore Flyer and the accessible highway directly above you.
4. Garden Trail/Lions Bridge (Natural Fusion)
   • Where to Stand: Cross the Lions Bridge elevated walkway on the 4th floor of the hotel tower and proceed to Gardens by the Bay.
   • Photo: Stand in the middle of the bridge. Turn around and you'll see the hotel's curved glass walls surrounded by lush tropical trees, offering breathtaking, towering views.