The Pinnacle @ Duxton
The Pinnacle @ Duxton
4.5
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9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
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1Khronos
Perth, Australia105 contributions
Apr 2021 • Solo
The observation deck on level 50 is a scam. I bought a ticket at reception to go up the elevator, but when I got to the elevator I was told that the observation deck was closed because the floor was wet. It had been raining that day. When I asked for a refund they told me that no refunds are possible even though I had just purchased the ticket less than a minute earlier. The whole thing is a scam. Don't waste your time coming here or your money. I wasted both.
Written 23 April 2021
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vkashi
ahmedabad10 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
I am not sure whether to write this review! We liked this place as it was quiet with hardly any tourists. It has spectacular views, although not of the marina bay area. Nice place to spend a relaxing day. Keep in mind that there is a 150 pax cap per day so the place might be closed by evenings.
Written 3 November 2024
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lucycan
San Diego, CA3,644 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
So this is a (Huge) observation deck on the top floor of the Duxton housing complex. It takes about 30 min to walk the entire deck and you get 360 degree views of Singapore 50 floors up! And its only 6 SGD.
Written 4 September 2023
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Julie V
Le Tampon, Reunion Island4 contributions
July 2024 • Family
One of the best views of Singapore for $6 per entry! It's worth it!
Make the sunset up there, see the towers light up, and enjoy this moment suspended on the quiet 5.th floor... it's great! then go down and play basketball down the towers near the food court... it's great!
Make the sunset up there, see the towers light up, and enjoy this moment suspended on the quiet 5.th floor... it's great! then go down and play basketball down the towers near the food court... it's great!
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Written 25 August 2024
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insertnamerighthere
Singapore, Singapore225 contributions
May 2019 • Solo
People pay to go up and see the views. But I personally think the playground compound is the free area that's worth a visit.
If you want free views - go up the Dawson HDB complex or climb up Mount Faber instead. Level 33 has good brunch and views too.
If you want free views - go up the Dawson HDB complex or climb up Mount Faber instead. Level 33 has good brunch and views too.
Written 2 March 2020
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Susan C
Melbourne, Australia1,539 contributions
July 2019
The information available on the internet is a little contradictory. We got there before 9am because one website said visitors were limited to 200 each day and we wanted to beat the crowds. There weren’t any crowds, there was just us and probably, about half an hour later, another couple. So we probably didn’t need to rush there.
We were confused about paying and the need for the EZ Link card. You must pay cash at the little office on the ground floor in Building 1G ($6 per person) which opens at 9am and then they authorize your E-Z Link card to go up the elevator. You are limited to the open sky deck on the 50th floor and must exit at the same elevator bank you used to arrive.
We loved it. The views are magnificent, taking in the red-tiled houses of Chinatown, the high-rise buildings in Singapore across to the sea and also of Pinnacle@Dutton itself as it curls around your view. You are never right on the edge of the building, rather about 2 metres back from it. However, we found even more interesting the Skydeck itself with its little garden nooks representing a beach and other themed areas. We also found the ground floor with its historical display of the previous building and community areas an introduction to living in high rise Singapore life.
We were confused about paying and the need for the EZ Link card. You must pay cash at the little office on the ground floor in Building 1G ($6 per person) which opens at 9am and then they authorize your E-Z Link card to go up the elevator. You are limited to the open sky deck on the 50th floor and must exit at the same elevator bank you used to arrive.
We loved it. The views are magnificent, taking in the red-tiled houses of Chinatown, the high-rise buildings in Singapore across to the sea and also of Pinnacle@Dutton itself as it curls around your view. You are never right on the edge of the building, rather about 2 metres back from it. However, we found even more interesting the Skydeck itself with its little garden nooks representing a beach and other themed areas. We also found the ground floor with its historical display of the previous building and community areas an introduction to living in high rise Singapore life.
Written 30 August 2019
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Gratefultravels5
Australia264 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
We got off the mrt at Outram park, just look up when you exit and you'll see the building. Walked about 10 mins to building G, ticket office is at level one. We had ezilink cards which were validated to allow entry at the 50th floor. It cost $6 each. We didn't have the correct money however the gentleman at the office was very polite. Probably easier if you do bring the correct dollars.
As suggested we were there around sunset and stayed until it got dark. Definitely recommended.
At the 50th floor there is a track with trees and gardens. Pretty sitting areas and lots of photo opportunities. An interesting and unique architectural experience. There is a drink vending machine at base of G. There are no toilets up there so best go at the train station.
As suggested we were there around sunset and stayed until it got dark. Definitely recommended.
At the 50th floor there is a track with trees and gardens. Pretty sitting areas and lots of photo opportunities. An interesting and unique architectural experience. There is a drink vending machine at base of G. There are no toilets up there so best go at the train station.
Written 20 May 2018
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Andrew W
Singapore, Singapore952 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
I've been living here for 12 weeks now and leave it to a visiting guest to suggest Pinnacle - the building I pass by every day.
The building itself is impressive (if not a bit imposing). What is more impressive is that it is public housing. If you're from the UK, you know this is definitely not a typical 'public housing' building.
Basically, you have access to the 50th floor and that's it. But that's all you need and at $5 SGD for a trip up, it's definitely worth it. Duxton Hill and the Pinnacle is right close to Chinatown and many other tourist attractions so it's definitely no effort to go to. It's a 30-45 minute kind of tourist attraction and you just get great views, 365 degrees of the city. There is no guide, no narration, no frills, you're going to the top of a tall and iconic building and that's it. Whilst the Shard in London will charge you £25, this is a bargain at $5 SGD.
Just be organized....
1) check out the website as only 200 people are allowed up per day. You're not likely to have a problem, not many people know about it and 200 is a lot of people. The website shows you have many people have visited so far in the day. We went on the Saturday of a public holiday and there was only one German family up there.
2) get an EZ LINK card beforehand. EZ Link cards are the prepaid cards that you use on the bus and MRT. No credit card is accepted, it's a simple kiosk that you swipe, it says OK and then you go to the 50th and swipe it again. Get an EZ Link card in all cases to use for public transport in Singapore and this is another good use for it. You cannot use the same EZ Link card twice (ie for more than one person) so each user must have a card. You can top it up from the 7-11 20 metres from the kiosk.
So, you have to be a bit organized but it's worth it. Nothing exciting at the top just great views!
Enjoy!
The building itself is impressive (if not a bit imposing). What is more impressive is that it is public housing. If you're from the UK, you know this is definitely not a typical 'public housing' building.
Basically, you have access to the 50th floor and that's it. But that's all you need and at $5 SGD for a trip up, it's definitely worth it. Duxton Hill and the Pinnacle is right close to Chinatown and many other tourist attractions so it's definitely no effort to go to. It's a 30-45 minute kind of tourist attraction and you just get great views, 365 degrees of the city. There is no guide, no narration, no frills, you're going to the top of a tall and iconic building and that's it. Whilst the Shard in London will charge you £25, this is a bargain at $5 SGD.
Just be organized....
1) check out the website as only 200 people are allowed up per day. You're not likely to have a problem, not many people know about it and 200 is a lot of people. The website shows you have many people have visited so far in the day. We went on the Saturday of a public holiday and there was only one German family up there.
2) get an EZ LINK card beforehand. EZ Link cards are the prepaid cards that you use on the bus and MRT. No credit card is accepted, it's a simple kiosk that you swipe, it says OK and then you go to the 50th and swipe it again. Get an EZ Link card in all cases to use for public transport in Singapore and this is another good use for it. You cannot use the same EZ Link card twice (ie for more than one person) so each user must have a card. You can top it up from the 7-11 20 metres from the kiosk.
So, you have to be a bit organized but it's worth it. Nothing exciting at the top just great views!
Enjoy!
Written 27 May 2013
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HiLu
Perth, Australia57 contributions
June 2019 • Friends
Make your way through the other side of Chinatown and enjoy the exquisite refurbished shophouses on the way to the Duxton Pinnacles. Such a juxtaposition of architecture!
Be sure to bring your EZ card to pay at the management office in building G. Then take the lift to the top and enjoy a pleasant hour or so admiring the view while walking across connecting bridges in a garden setting. Best way to spend an afternoon!
Be sure to bring your EZ card to pay at the management office in building G. Then take the lift to the top and enjoy a pleasant hour or so admiring the view while walking across connecting bridges in a garden setting. Best way to spend an afternoon!
Written 10 July 2019
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Michael T
Singapore, Singapore3,021 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Yes, in case you may not be aware, The Pinnacle @Duxton is Singapore’s tallest public housing project.
First thing first - how to get there?
There are two MRT stations nearby: Tanjong Pagar (East West Line, green colour) and Maxwell (Thomson East Coast Line, brown colour).
I took the MRT to Maxwell Station as I’d planned to have an early dinner before going to the Pinnacle. There is a hawker centre, Maxwell Food Centre, which is situated above the Maxwell Station. If you go to the hawker centre before 6.00pm, it will be relatively easy to get a table.
From Maxwell Station it’s an easy 10 minute walk to The Pinnacle.
Before you get there, I will suggest that each person has a EZ Link card (which you use for taking buses and MRT rides) and a Singapore phone (for emergency, in case you need to make a call).
When you reach The Pinnacle @Duxton, do note that this is a big project, look for Block 1G.
Then take the lift to Level 1 (you are most likely to arrive at Level 3, which you may think that it’s the ground floor, but it’s not).
At Level 1, look for the tiny Security Office or MA’s office (follow the white signboard). The duty security guard will ask you for SGD 6.00 per person and your EZ Link card.
Then head to the lift lobby, take Lift A or B to Level 50.
There is a tall turnstile at Level 50, which you will need to tap using your EZ Link card to “unlock” the gate.
When I tried to exit when I was there, the turnstile didn’t work well so I had to call the Security Office (phone number listed at the gate) for them to remotely unlock the gate for me. So it’ll be handy if you have a Singapore phone with you, just in case you need to call for help.
The best time to go is 6.30pm to enjoy the sunset view.
At the sky deck you could take a leisurely stroll and take in the views of the container port, Chinatown and the CBD. It’s definitely worth a visit.
First thing first - how to get there?
There are two MRT stations nearby: Tanjong Pagar (East West Line, green colour) and Maxwell (Thomson East Coast Line, brown colour).
I took the MRT to Maxwell Station as I’d planned to have an early dinner before going to the Pinnacle. There is a hawker centre, Maxwell Food Centre, which is situated above the Maxwell Station. If you go to the hawker centre before 6.00pm, it will be relatively easy to get a table.
From Maxwell Station it’s an easy 10 minute walk to The Pinnacle.
Before you get there, I will suggest that each person has a EZ Link card (which you use for taking buses and MRT rides) and a Singapore phone (for emergency, in case you need to make a call).
When you reach The Pinnacle @Duxton, do note that this is a big project, look for Block 1G.
Then take the lift to Level 1 (you are most likely to arrive at Level 3, which you may think that it’s the ground floor, but it’s not).
At Level 1, look for the tiny Security Office or MA’s office (follow the white signboard). The duty security guard will ask you for SGD 6.00 per person and your EZ Link card.
Then head to the lift lobby, take Lift A or B to Level 50.
There is a tall turnstile at Level 50, which you will need to tap using your EZ Link card to “unlock” the gate.
When I tried to exit when I was there, the turnstile didn’t work well so I had to call the Security Office (phone number listed at the gate) for them to remotely unlock the gate for me. So it’ll be handy if you have a Singapore phone with you, just in case you need to call for help.
The best time to go is 6.30pm to enjoy the sunset view.
At the sky deck you could take a leisurely stroll and take in the views of the container port, Chinatown and the CBD. It’s definitely worth a visit.
Written 13 March 2024
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As quoted from its website, "The 50th storey skybridge is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, except during special events."
"Visitor" is treated as public. "Residence" should have difference closing time.
Hope this can help!
Written 17 December 2018
you do not need to reserve a place to go there. Pay and use your card to enter.
Written 25 October 2019
Hi Kris, can I ask what time would be the best to enjoy this place? I planned to be up there at sunset but worry that they are out of the tourist cap (200 tourists/day, as I read on other source). Please advise, thanks.
Written 1 September 2016
Bad weather or a cloudy day offer also extremely dramatic vistas - sun breaking through the clouds, curtains of rain hiding parts of the scenes, waves rocking the ships on the sea etc. More positive aspects being the lack of other visitors and no sunburn.
Written 1 September 2016
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