10 Best Spots To Catch The F1 Grand Prix Race in Singapore

The annual F1 Grand Prix is coming again! Every September, this is something that gets fans all excited about. People from all over the world fly in to Singapore for the weekend races, but unfortunately, the tickets are snapped up fast and not all of us will have the privilege to catch them from the prime spots.

Nevertheless, there are some other options you can consider. From rooftop bars to public viewing areas, we have got all the best places to view the grand prix covered. We have rounded up some of the best hotel rooms, restaurants, bars, public areas in Singapore to give you the 10 Best Spots To Catch The F1 Grand Prix Race in Singapore.

Crowd levels are ranked from 1 (least crowded) to 5 (very crowded) for public places only, excluding private hotel rooms.

#1 1-ALTITUDE

If you wish to view the F1 race from above (about 60 storeys high) over some drinks with your friends, 1-Altitude will give you a pretty unobstructed view. However, do not expect crisp and clear views of the track as you are pretty high up. Do call in advance to book a table to avoid long queues.

Crowd level: 4/5

1 Raffles Place
Singapore 048616
Tel: +65 6438 0410
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 12pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 6pm – 12 midnight
Sun Brunch: 12pm – 2.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

#2 CARLTON HOTEL PREMIER ELITE ROOM

Carlton Hotel is pretty much a hot spot to view the F1 Grand Prix every year. Word on the street is that their Premier Elite Room has the best views. Bookings can be made via phone calls or online.

76 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189558
Tel: +65 6338 8333
Daily: 6am – 10.30am, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#3 CÉ LA VI

Perched atop Marina Bay Sands, Cé La Vi is definitely another popular spot to view the race. Again, do not expect great close-up views but you can look forward to cool aerial shots of the cars.

Crowd level: 4/5

Marina Bay Sands
2 Bayfront Avenue
Singapore S018972
L57-01, North Sky Park
Tel: +65 6688 7688
Lunch (daily): 12pm – 3pm
Sun to Wed: 6pm – 11pm
Thu to Sat: 6pm – 11.30pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

#4 EQUINOX, SWISSOTEL THE STAMFORD

The best way to avoid the crowds on the ground floor is to go high up and we mean way up – on the 70th floor of Swissotel The Stamford. Book your seats early so you can enjoy a stunning top-down view of the track.

Crowd level: 4/5

2 Stamford Rd
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6837 3322
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

#5 HELIX BRIDGE

Helix bridge is actually one of the best viewing spots but we want to give fair warning that it will be very, very crowded over the F1 weekend. It is a pedestrian bridge linking Marina Centre with Marina South in the Marina Bay area in Singapore. You can access it via the Esplanade side or from Marina Bay Sands by foot. So, go down at your own risk!

Crowd level: 5/5

#6 LANTERN, THE FULLERTON BAY HOTEL

The Lantern is one of our favourite places to chill and relax at with a drink. But come F1 season, the entire restaurant/bar will be filled with crowds of people wanting in on the action and to catch a glimpse of the fast cars so advance reservations are definitely required!

Crowd level: 4/5

80 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049326
Tel: +65 6597 5299
Mon to Thu, Sun: 8am – 1am
Fri & Sat: 8am – 2am
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

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#7 MANDARIN ORIENTAL PREMIER HARBOUR ROOM

The Premier Harbour Room at Mandarin Oriental has the best unblocked view of the tracks and it is snatched up every year. If you are lucky, you might still be able to snag one right now.

5 Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039797
Tel: +65 6338 0066
Nearest Station: Promenade

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#8 MARINA SQUARE

Marina Square has plenty of amazing viewing spots everywhere but it will be so crowded during the F1 period that you might find it hard to even navigate through the hoards of people in the mall. Try the food court as many have dubbed it the best (and cheapest) viewing area here.

Crowd level: 5/5

#9 PAN PACIFIC SINGAPORE ROOMS

Pan Pacific Singapore has many different rooms that overlook the track. But we have been told that most rooms are fully booked – usually three months in advance! The club lounge is also a splendid spot that has a panoramic view of the city and the track!

7 Raffles Blvd
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6336 8111
Nearest Station: Promenade

#10 SINGAPORE FLYER

It might seem crazy but you will get the best view of the race from the Singapore Flyer – trust us! The tickets will be very well worth.

Crowd level: 5/5

30 Raffles Ave
Singapore 039803
Daily: 8.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade