Towering 165-metres above ground, the iconic Singapore Flyer is indubitably the best vantage point to soak in the spectacular skyline of the Lion City. Besting the height of the London Eye by full 30-metres, the Singapore Flyer reaches a height roughly equivalent to a 42-storey building and is the reigning record-holder for the tallest observation wheel in the world. Located on the Marina Promenade in Marina Bay, this massive construct is enthroned on top of a three-storey building that serves as both a recreational and shopping centre as well as a terminal to the observation wheel.

The Singapore Flyer is renowned for its good Feng Shui (always an important aspect of the Singaporean lifestyle), being fitted with 28 air-conditioned capsules, one for each passenger. In Cantonese, the number 28 denotes “double prosperity” and is considered to be a sign of good luck. Each rotation takes roughly 35 minutes, where passengers can marvel at a 360 degree panoramic vista that extends from the sparkling seascape of the Marina Bay past Sentosa Island and the lush tropical forests in the outliers of the city to catch glimpses of the Indonesian islands Bintan and Batam as well as Johor in Malaysia. There is no better way to gain a bird’s eye view of the iconic landmarks of the Lion City, from the Colonial streetscape surrounding Raffles Plaza, the meandering Singapore River and the Singapore Grand Prix.

Experience one of the most romantic and unforgettable things to do in Singapore by boarding one of the Flyer’s special Champagne Flights. Indulge in complimentary strawberries and chocolates with elegant flutes of Chandon and Moet shared by couples dazzled by the glittering night-time city-scape. The selection of gourmet restaurants, spas and recreational options offered within the interiors of the Singapore Flyer’s tastefully designed building further serves to invite a blissful immersion of the senses.