This is a prime location for capturing sunset behind Singapore's most unique skyscraper; the lake adds a stunning visual element to an already epic view.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
05:00 - 02:00
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (16mm)
Tripod
How to get there
N1° 17' 00.7404"E103° 51' 48.8556"
Once you enter Gardens by the Bay, walk towards the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. When you reach the Indian Garden circular path, turn left, and you’ll see a stairway that leads you down to Dragonfly Lake. I was standing on the platform to the right of the pathway alongside the lake.
By MRT:
- Closest MRT Station: Bayfront (Downtown Line)
- Take exit “C”
- Head northeast on Bayfront Ave
- Turn left towards the Marina Bay Overpass, take the stairs and walk across into Gardens by the Bay
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Sunset
Every month of the year the sun generally sets behind the Marina Bay Sands.
To capture this vibrant of skies, you simply need to get lucky with the sunset.
Field tips
By using a wide-angle lens (16mm) you’ll be able to capture both the Marina Bay Sands and its expansive reflection.
Get low to take this shot! Doing so will help you maximize your capture of the reflection.
To capture the gorgeous colors of the sunset I blended the lighting by taking three different shots at different exposures and blending them in post-processing: overexposed the sky; underexposed the sky; and a normal exposure.