Nestled in the Central Business District, this large green event space is the prime spot to be for the perfect view of the fireworks. Here, you get an unobstructed panoramic view of Marina Bay Sands, The Singapore Flyer, ArtScience Museum, Clifford Pier and more. Make a day out of it and set up a picnic with your family and friends while you wait for the fireworks. Fly a kite and play a game of frisbee while you’re at it. However, this popular location might get crowded, so it’s advisable to get to the venue early to snag a good spot!

Located conveniently right next to the floating platform where the countdown celebrations are held, the Helix Bridge is one of the most popular and well-known places to view the NYE fireworks. However, get there early and save your spot as the bridge gets extremely packed.

If you prefer a quieter way to observe the revelries, the Bay East Garden at Gardens by the Bay is a great spot to view the fireworks away from the crowds. Also, you head home by cycling out of the area and save on expensive transport fees.

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Another great picnic spot you can explore is the Marina Barrage. This sprawling roof top garden is an appropriate distance away from the madding crowd, but is still near enough for you to catch the visual spectacle from the Countdown party. Also a popular destination for kite-flying, kids can expend their energy here while couples get to enjoy the cool breeze as they lie on the manicured lawn. One thing to note however: Although spacious, your view might be slightly obstructed by the Marina Bay Sands building. Small price to pay, right?

Make your way up to the roof of The Esplanade in the evenings, where you’d be greeted by a tranquil site that is peppered with soft warm light, green foliage and landscaped gardens. Best of all, this sweet spot gives a magnificent birds-eye view of the city skyline and Marina Bay. While waiting for the perfect explosion of colours in the sky, you can also chill and dine at the many bars around the area.

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This one’s a little tricky. You’ll get great views of the pyrotechnics but it’ll be super crowded. Like really, really crowded. Get there early – and we mean really early – to stake out a good spot and don’t leave until the clock strikes midnight. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Between The Sail and Marina Bay Financial Centre is a grass patch where you can comfortably catch the fireworks away from the hustle and bustle of the city crowds. We can’t guarantee you’ll get amazing views here but even if you don’t see the fireworks directly, you can catch glimpses of it reflected off the buildings at MBFC.

If you prefer heading down south instead, another fantastic venue to camp out at is VivoCity’s outdoor decks, where you can get a lovely view of the fireworks from the Siloso Beach party. While waiting for the stroke of midnight, go for a shopping spree, have a nice meal at VivoCity, and take a stroll along the 300m waterfront boardwalk that has a panoramic view of the sea and Sentosa. If you have young kids, they would also be thrilled to take a dip at the sprawling rooftop pool while you take a coffee break. If you’re looking to unwind with a few drinks, there’re also plenty of bars around.

Located in the Bukit Merah area in the central region of Singapore, the peak of Mount Faber, Faber Peak, is a great choice if you want to avoid the crowd and take your fireworks experience to new heights. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can try hiking up on foot. Otherwise, it’s a quick 5-minute car ride to the top from its base. Standing at 106 metres above sea level, you can count on this hilltop destination to grant you a good view of the picturesque fireworks show.

What’s more, it’s going to be a refreshing experience to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Before that, give their restaurants —  Dusk Restaurant & Bar and Arbora— a go. Surrounded by lush greenery with a selection of Western and European cuisine and great sunset views, it’ll be a romantic end to the year.

Photo: National Parks Board

Text: Natalya Molok and Em Tan