Fireworks in Singapore:
When and Where to See Them
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I've received many emails asking me when and where to see fireworks in Singapore. So I decided to put everything I know into one page for everybody's benefit. If you discover a great spot to see these fireworks, do use the form below and tell us about it. |
 (Fireworks as seen from the waterfront promenade near Esplanade Theatre) |
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When to See Fireworks in Singapore in 2008
Over:
February 2008:
Chinese New Year Fireworks @ Esplanade Bridge
July & August 2008:
National Day - NE Shows, Preview & Actual National Day
Fri & Sat, 22 & 23 August 2008: Singapore Fireworks Celebrations
Ticketed event at Marina Bay Floating Platform. Sold out. Fireworks went off just past 9pm on both nights. In the section below, find out where to see them for free in the future.
Thurs, 28 August 2008: Opening Night of Lantern Festival @ Chinese Gardens
Upcoming:
31 December 2008: Marina Bay Countdown to 2009
At midnight, but you need to be there by 10pm to stand a chance. Draws the thickest crowd in the fireworks calendar.
Where to See Fireworks in Singapore
Map showing the spots to watch fireworks in Singapore.
Legend: Red balloon = Fireworks launch spots, Cameras = Where to watch them
Best Picnic and Photography Spots
- For fireworks launched from Esplanade Bridge
(e.g. Chinese New Year 2008)
See it at the waterfront promenade outside Esplanade Theatre.- Nearer to Esplanade Bridge if you want to feel the impact of the fireworks
- Farther from Esplanade Bridge if you want all the fireworks sparks in your photo. Otherwise, use a wide angle if you want to go near the Bridge.
- Probably the most crowded spot during all fireworks launch, except the Chinese New Year one.
- Suitable to take children to.
- For fireworks launched from Marina Bay Floating Platform and surrounding area
(National Day, Singapore Fireworks Celebrations, New Year's Eve)
See it at...
- Marina Boulevard Open Field
- A fireworks photographer's favourite. You get sweeping views across the water towards the Marina Bay hotels.
- However, you need a wide angle lens to get all the fireworks in (e.g. 10-22mm). I could not get everything in with a 28-135mm lens set to 28mm.
- Possible for a family picnic if you arrive early enough. I saw families with mats and portable chairs during the NDP Preview on 2 Aug 08.
- the Merlion Park
- Go to the Merlion Park if you want to hear the loud booms and to feel the fireworks 'falling on you'.
- A difficult place to get everything into your camera unless you use a fish eye lens or a wide-angle lens.
- Suitable to take children to, but crowded. You'll need to get there early and occupy the kids meaningfully.
- the Esplanade Bridge
- A good place if you want the Merlion included in your fireworks photos.
- However, you still need to a wide-angle lens because the fireworks are pretty near.
- This spot is incredibly crowded during the New Year's Eve Countdown fireworks.
- the Esplanade Theatre Waterfront Promenade
- As described above. A very convenient spot overall.
- You need to find a good spot if you don't want to see the construction sites in your fireworks photos.
- Marina East
(water's edge, next to Gardens by the Bay construction site)- Access is by Tanjong Rhu Road.
- I don't recommend this spot for a family day out because the walk there involves skipping over a big drain, walking close to the water's edge, etc. You might want to wait for Gardens @ Marina East to open before coming here.
- Some shots of the NDP fireworks I took from here.
Best Restaurants to See Fireworks in Singapore
Please note that the restaurants listed here are for their views of fireworks in Singapore Marina Bay. There is no judgement on the quality of their food.
- Equinox Restaurant (Level 70, Swissotel the Stamford)
- See the fireworks from 226m up. You literally are above the fireworks!
- Book way in advance.
- Hai Tien Lo (Level 37, Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel, Tel: +65 6826 8240)
- Cantonese food, including Peking Duck.
- Request for table near the window.
- Dolce Vita (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3551)
- Posh Italian restaurant - dine indoors or on the pool terrace.
- Posh Italian restaurant - dine indoors or on the pool terrace.
- The Axis Bar & Lounge (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3098)
- Coffee, cocktail and more.
- Coffee, cocktail and more.
- San Marco @ the Lighthouse (Fullerton Hotel, Tel: +65 6438 4404)
- In a spot where a lighthouse used to be.
- Italian cuisine.
- You need to book early and ask for a table by the window.
- One Fullerton Restaurants
- Sano Bar - fine Lebanese food, Tel: +65 64239182
- Pierside Kitchen & Bar - Tel: +65 6438 0400
- Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant - Chinese seafood restaurant, Tel: +65 6423 0040
- Starbucks - we all know this one.
Please note that if the fireworks are launched from the Esplanade Bridge, views from these restaurants may be obscured.
Best Hotels to See Fireworks in Singapore
- Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
- Highly recommended.
- Want to see the fireworks while soaking in a bath tub? This is it.
- Swissotel the Stamford
- Rooms from Level 68 downwards, with balconies.
- Highest possible views.
- The Fullerton Hotel
- May not have the height of all the other hotels. But this heritage gem is closest to the action and has an infinity pool that overlooks the fireworks area.
- May not have the height of all the other hotels. But this heritage gem is closest to the action and has an infinity pool that overlooks the fireworks area.
- Mandarin Oriental Singapore
- Marina Mandarin Singapore
- Pan Pacific Singapore
Remember to ask for the bay-facing rooms!
Related to Fireworks in Singapore
Singapore Fireworks Celebrations 2008 Photos
Chinese New Year Fireworks in Singapore
Singapore National Day Fireworks Photos
Singapore National Day Videos: Fireworks & Other Shows
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