Singapore Cable Car Roundtrip: Marina Bay & Sentosa Views

You Rise Above the City and Everything Changes Perspective

You ride the Singapore Cable Car roundtrip between Mount Faber and Sentosa Island, suspended above the harbor with unobstructed views of Marina Bay Sands, the Merlion, and the coastline. The pass includes both directions, so you can spend time at either end without rushing. Wheelchair accessible, suitable for all ages and fitness levels, with public transport nearby for easy arrival.

Step-by-step itinerary

Scenic Singapore Cable Car Ride

• Board cable car at Mount Faber
• Enjoy panoramic city views
• Spot Marina Bay Sands and Merlion
• Glide above harbor and coastline
• Arrive at Sentosa Island
• Return trip to Mount Faber

The experience

The cabin door closes and you're already moving, lifted into the open air between Mount Faber and Sentosa Island. What hits you first isn't the height. It's how quiet it is up there, and how the whole city spreads out below without a single street between you and the view. The Singapore Cable Car roundtrip pass gets you both directions, so you're not rushing. You can sit with the sight of Marina Bay Sands catching the light, the Merlion small enough to hold in your hand from up here, the harbor turning silver where the sun hits it. The cabin moves steady and slow enough that you're not gripping anything, just watching.

The ride itself takes you across open water and over the green parts of the island, and there's a moment, maybe halfway across, where you realize you're suspended between two pieces of land with nothing but cable and air. It's not scary the way you'd think. It's more like the city decided to show you something it doesn't show from street level. You'll see container ships, the curve of the coastline, the way the buildings cluster and thin out. If you're traveling with kids or anyone who needs to move around, the cabins are roomy enough, and the whole thing is wheelchair accessible, so you're not leaving anyone behind on the ground. The roundtrip means you can take your time on either end. Grab a coffee on Mount Faber, walk around Sentosa for a bit, then head back without feeling like you're on a schedule.

The light changes everything depending on when you go. Morning is clearer, the water's a different color, the shadows are sharp. Late afternoon, everything gets warmer and the glare off the buildings softens. Either way, you're getting the same cable car experience (the same views, the same gentle swing of the cabin), but the city looks different. Bring a phone or a camera because the angles from up there are the kind you won't get anywhere else in Singapore, and the landmarks line up in ways that only make sense from the air.

What’s included

Your experience includes a roundtrip Singapore Cable Car ticket on the Mount Faber Line, allowing you to travel both directions between Mount Faber and Sentosa Island at your own pace. The cabins are comfortable and wheelchair accessible, and you can spend as much time as you want at either end before returning.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Vivatrek

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want Singapore's skyline and harbor from a vantage point you can't get from the ground, and you'd rather not navigate multiple transport options to see it: the roundtrip pass and the cable car's location handle both for you.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

How long is the Singapore Cable Car ride?

The roundtrip takes approximately 15 minutes each way, depending on the line. You can spend as long as you want at either Mount Faber or Sentosa before returning.

What landmarks can you see from the cable car?

You'll see Marina Bay Sands, the Merlion, the harbor, container ships, and the lush coastline of Sentosa Island from above.

Is the cable car wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options to the cable car stations are also wheelchair accessible.

What's included in the roundtrip pass?

The pass includes a roundtrip ticket on the Mount Faber Line, allowing you to travel both directions between Mount Faber and Sentosa Island.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the cable car.

How do I get to the cable car station?

Public transportation options are available nearby. You can reach Mount Faber station by bus or taxi from most parts of Singapore.

Is there a best time to ride for views?

Morning offers clearer visibility and sharper light, while late afternoon provides warmer tones. Both times offer excellent views. Choose based on your preference for light and crowds.