ION Sky

Located on the 55th and 56th floors of the ION Orchard shopping mall, this observation deck offers panoramic views of the city from 218 metres up and even boasts a bar-restaurant.

Singapore Flyer

A 30 minute ride on one of the 28 capsules of this 165 meter observation wheel promises one of the best views of the city. The flyer terminal building also houses quality wining and dining outlets.

Sands Skypark

Sitting atop Marina Bay Sands, this massive observation deck stands at 200 metres above ground, offering unrivalled views of Singapore. It also features a stunning 150-metre Infinity Pool and quality dining establishments like chic rooftop bar KU DE TA.

Tiger Sky Tower

One of Sentosa’s most prominent attractions, the 130-metre tower offers panoramic views of the city and Singapore’s southern islands.

1-Altitude

Rising above all other rooftop bars, 1-Altitude’s open air Gallery & Bar is the highest rooftop bar in the world at 282 metres above street level, granting unobstructed 360-degree views of the Singapore skyline and beyond.

Mount Faber Park

Situated at one end of the Southern Ridges, Mount Faber Park features a lush 10-kilometer walking trail, as well as stunning views of the downtown skyline and Singapore Straits.

Singapore Cable Car

The Singapore Cable Car connects Sentosa Island with Mount Faber’s lifestyle hub The Jewel Box and the chic Faber Bistro. Other than wining and dining with a gorgeous view of the city, this is where you can explore the rest of the island through the newly launched Bejewelled Tours. This series of programs includes Jewel Flight, the world’s first seven-star VIP cabin studded with Swarovski crystals and outfitted with black leather seats.

There’s nothing particularly distinctive about Sky High. With predictable international fare and predictable surroundings, this long-standing eatery neither leaves us wholly satisfied nor utterly disappointed. Sitting across from The Government Lottery Office, Sky High is known as a pit stop for late night suppers. The atmosphere is typical of what you would expect at any khaotom shop—think a food court-like, air-con dining room filled with a cluster of tables and the constant buzz of chattering office workers and expats. In the front are displays of standard side dishes to go with your boiled rice, ranging from ubiquitous Chinese pickled mustard salad and stir-fried morning glory to more elaborate fare like steamed seabass in spicy lime sauce. In addition to khaotom dishes, Sky High also offers a vast selection of Thai, Chinese and average Western dishes like steaks and sandwiches. Unfortunately, the lengthy menu is repetitive, so don’t be surprised to see stir-fried chicken with cashew nuts, followed by stir-fried beef with cashew nuts. Prices are relatively high considering that you are paying for run-of-the-mill food. The hot hors d’oeuvres platter (or “a mix of this and that” according to our waitress) included only a handful of roasted cashew nuts, lukewarm sausages and deep-fried seafood—a letdown. The cockles salad was pleasant but unremarkable. Our main problem with Sky High is the temperature of the food. Many dishes that should have been served hot arrived lukewarm and, more often than not, cold. The three-flavored shrimps arrived at room temperature, sitting in a pond of sweet orangish sauce, while the muu pad namlieb (stir-fried minced pork with Chinese olives) screamed to be let back into the pan for a little warmth. Service is decent as the waiters pop up to check in with you regularly. In a nutshell, Sky High doesn’t soar nearly as high as its moniker suggests—not exactly unpalatable but definitely a “stuck in the neighborhood” address.