Top 10 Things To Do at Marina Bay Sands

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - Infinity Pool

Snap Photos of the Infinity Pool

The number 1 draw to Marina Bay Sands is its stunning infinity pool set 57 levels above ground. The floating pool looks to be suspended in air, with the water flowing over the edge into the city scape. But to get that coveted photo in the pool, you have to be a guest at the hotel. With rates starting around $400 if you're lucky (check rates on Expedia) another option to see this marvel is drinks at Cé La Vie or dinner at the soon to open Spago by Wolfgang Puck.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - Adrift by David Myers
Adrift by David Myers

Dine at a Celebrity Restaurant

With the recent opening of Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay and the soon to open Spago by Wolfgang Puck, there are now 10 celebrity chef restaurants at Marina Bay Sands. Choose from Cut by Wolfgang Puck, db Bistro & Oyster Bar by Daniel Boulud, Osteria Mozza by Mario Batali, Pizzeria Mozza by Mario Batali, Adrift by David Myers, Long Chim by David Thompson, Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda, Sky on 57 by Justin Quek as well as the two mentioned above. It's a chance to try the recipes created by one of your favourite celebrity chefs and brag to your friends back home.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - Louis Vuitton Island

Visit the Louis Vuitton Island

Whether you have a few thousand dollars to drop on a purse or not, visit the Louis Vuitton Island for a stunning display of architecture. When accessing the island from the mall, visitors walk through the French brand's museum displaying beautiful works by Louis Vuitton with displays changing quarterly. Don't miss the top floor that has its own private balcony with views over the bay.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - Avalon Night Club Singapore

Party it Up

Marina Bay Sands is host to the Ultra-Lounge Pangaea that first started in New York City. Besides this ultra-VIP spot, party goers can dance the night away at Avalon and Cé La Vi.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - ArtScience Museum-Gardens by the Bay

Stroll Through Gardens by the Bay

Accessed by a bridge from Marina Bay Sands, cross the highway to a man made park with Super Trees that glow at night. Once at Gardens by the Bay you can get a birds eye view of the park from the skywalk, grab a bite at one of the restaurants or take little ones to the playground and waterpark.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - Wonder Full light show at night

Watch The Light Show

The nightly Wonder Full light show at Marina Bay Sands is a 15 minute showpiece of visual effects by the waterfront incorporating laser beams and displays of water. Showtimes are Sunday - Thursday: 8:00pm, 9:30pm and Friday & Saturday: 8:00pm, 9:30pm, 11:00pm. Watch for free.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - Sampan Ride

Gondola Ride Through The Shoppes

Pretend you're in Venice or Vegas and get a tour of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands from the water. The Sampan Rides will have you paddled by hand in a Chinese wooden boat past the Rain Oculus, a water feature dumping water from two storeys above.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - DC Comic Café Cupcake

Take Photos of Instagram Worthy Desserts

Since the DC Comic Café opened, Instagram has been filled with snaps of super hero inspired cupcakes, lattes topped with the Superman 'S' and burgers showcasing the Batman sign. Whether you're a comic fan or not, the edible delights are sure to get a reaction on social media. Other desserts to snap include the cupcakes at High Society, the macarons at TWG and the chocolate art creations at Janice Wong's sweets shop.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - TWG

High Tea at TWG

With not 1 but 2 stunning TWG Tea Salon & Boutique locations at Marina Bay Sands, it's hard to miss them. Perched over water, give in to the allure and stop by for a snack, a meal or high tea while complementing them with one of the brand's fine teas. Unknown to many, TWG was started in Singapore.

Top Things to do at Marina Bay Sands - ArtScience Museum

Art Science Museum

This eye-catching building could be described as an abstract glove. Inside, the fingers are gallery space showcasing rotating displays from around the world. Some of the famous past exhibits have included “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition”, “Harry Potter: The Exhibition” and “Andy Warhol: 15 Minutes Eternal”. Check the Art Science Museum website for current exhibitions.

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