For my two years in Singapore I went to many high-rise rooftop bars to explore  a lot of places to get the best view of Singapore. However in all the views some of the iconic structure would be missing, either Supertrees, or the flyer or the marina bay sands itself. Marina Barrage Singapore is a place which provides the best view of Singapore. Marina Barrage  is a complete package as it provides activities, picnic spot and the best view of Singapore.

A little about Marina Barrage Singapore

Marina Barrage is the fifteenth reservoir opened in 2008 for water storage, flood control and recreation. It is a dam built at the confluence of five rivers( Geylang River, Rochor River, Stamford Canal, Kallang River and the Singapore River). It is across the Marina Channel between Marina East and Marina South.Marina Barrage is the vision of the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew (the first Prime Minister of Singapore). Desalting happens through natural replacement by rainwater to get a freshwater reservoir. It supplies 10% of the water needs to Singapore.

How to reach Marina Barrage Singapore

The easier options of taking a Grab or local  taxi or driving to Marina Barrage is always there, however the closest mrt which can be taken up to is Marina Bay mrt. A 5-7 mins walk from the EXIT B of the Marina Bay mrt lead to the bust stop B02 Marina street from where free shuttle bus is available to the Barrage. The schedule is as below. You could also take the bus 400 to reach Marina Barrage.

Weekend (&Public Holidays) Schedule.

From Marina Bay MRT to Marina Barrage Singapore

0800	0820	0840	0900	0911	0930	0946	1000
1021	1030	1048	11000	1114	1130	1151	1210
1228	1245	1305	1320	1342	1400	1419	1440
1456	1515	1533	1550	1610	1630	1647	1705
1724	1745	1801	1815	1828	1840	1855	1915
1931	1945	2005	2020	2040	2050	2215	2150
2255	2302	2330

From Marina Barrage Singapore to Marina Bay MRT

0805	0825	0840	0905	0915	0935	0950	1005
1025	1035	1053	1105	1119	1135	1156	1215
1233	1250	1310	1325	1347	1405	1424	1445
1501	1520	1538	1555	1615	1635	1652	1710
1729	1750	1806	1820	1833	1845	1900	1920
1936	1950	2010	2025	2045	2055	2120	2155
2230	2307	2344

Activities at Marina Barrage Singapore

Kite flying and family picnics have become very prominent on the green roof at Marina Barrage. The place is ideal spot for the same as well. You can buy kites at the stores at the entry of Marina Barrage. The colorful big kites look beautiful as they mark the skies of Singapore. As the water in the reservoir remains calm all year around, it’s ideal for some wet fun like kayaking or a dragon boat race.

How Marina Barrage helps in alleviating flood. 

The Marina Barrage also plays an important part in helping to alleviate flooding in some of the lower lying areas. Chinatown, Boat Quay, Jalan Besar and Geylang are some of these. During periods of heavy rain, a series of nine crest gates will be opened to release excess storm water into the sea when the tide is low. When the tide is high, seven giant pumps that are capable of pumping an Olympic-sized swimming pool per minute whirr into action, draining water into the sea.

Greener Singapore for greener Marina Barrage. 

The facility is also a showcase for Singapore’s push to be a greener country. The Solar Park,  features one of the largest collections of solar panels in Singapore. It has over 400 panels providing electricity needed for lighting at the barrage during the day. The Sustainable Singapore gallery illustrates the water and environmental issues through interactive exhibits and games.

Night view at Marina Barrage Singapore

I recommend again that the best view of Singapore can be seen from Marina Barrage. The view both at day and night is great. The bright lights of the Central Business district along with the flyer is reflected in the lakes at sunset. It is an enthralling experience. Also many time there are fireworks in the central are which can be viewed from here.

Marina Barrage has completed ten years in 2018. It is a great achievement for Singapore. The expats, locals and tourist really enjoy family time along with fun recreational activities.