Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix 2025

How to do the Singapore Grand Prix, from where to stay, how to get there and what's on

The Singapore Grand Prix is the world's first Formula 1 night race (image courtesy Shutterstock)

The Singapore Grand Prix 2025 takes place from October 3 to 5.

The Singapore Grand Prix is a major event on the Lion City’s calendar and has been running since 1966.

The original Singapore Grand Prix was held between 1966 and 1973 on the Thomson Road Circuit and then returned in 2008 at Marina Bay after a 35-year hiatus.

The Marina Bay Street Circuit is a twisty circuit with some 90-degree turns and is often described as the toughest race on the Formula 1 calendar. High heat and humidity add to the challenges facing drivers. The race has a two-hour allotted running time.

The Singapore Grand Prix sells out quickly, with more than 250,000 race-goers attending last year. It’s also one of the most expensive races on the Grand Prix calendar; three-day tickets can cost as much as US$1,000. However, a ticket does include entrance to all entertainment and racing.

What's on

The Singapore Grand Prix hosts a variety of entertainment with live music, theatre and interactive installations. This year’s headline acts include Korean star G-Dragon on the opening night and Elton John is headlining post-race on October 5. Both stars will perform on the main Padang Stage. More live acts across the weekend include Foo Fighters, Crowded House, The Smashing Pumpkins, The Wombats and Tom Grennan.

Where to stay

In the lead-up to and during race weekend road closures can lead to circuitous taxi routes getting around the Marina Bay area. Be aware that cabs may not be able to pick-up or drop-off at your hotel during race weekend. If you’re attending the Grand Prix, the ideal is to pick a hotel within walking distance of the track, or alternatively use the MRT for the most convenient way of navigating the city. Hotels book up months in advance. Be aware that rooms with track views can be noisy, be sure to request higher floors if you want to take the excitement down a decibel of two.

Marina Bay Sands

Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix - enjoying a splash with a view at Marina Bay Sands (image Shutterstock)

One of Singapore’s most sought-after hotels, Marina Bay Sands is at the heart of the action in Marina Bay; selected rooms, such as the gardens rooms, offer direct circuit views. Ask the hotel when booking to recommend the best accommodation. Marina Bay Sands has a lot to offer families, with a rooftop infinity pool, family suites with bunk beds, play dens and kitchenettes. Suites include access to a pantry filled with childcare essentials like nappies and bottle warmers and adventure packs for exploring Singapore.

Mandarin Oriental

Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix - Mandarin Oriental is favoured hotel with F1 teams

This luxury hotel is popular with F1 teams, located as it is close to the action. Selected rooms offer direct circuit views. The five-star property recently underwent a full renovation and offers heaps of amenities for kids, including a dedicated children's pool with bubble jets, a children's play area and family-themed suites with bunks and kitchenettes. There's also child-friendly dining, babysitting services and in-room on-request services such as DVDs.

The Ritz-Carlton Millenia, Singapore

Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix - there's plenty of fun for the kids at The Ritz-Carlton Millenia, Singapore

Located just minutes from the pits, The Ritz Carlton Millenia, Singapore is also favoured by F1 teams. Selected rooms offer direct circuit views. Again, ask on booking for the best accommodation with track views. Family-friendly amenties at The Ritz-Carlton Millenia, Singapore include a Ritz Kids programme, child and baby amenities like cots, bottle sterilisers and toys, dedicated children's menus and babysitting services. Kids can also claim a daily ice cream at the Pool Bar on weekends.

Raffles Singapore

Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix - Raffles is within easy reach of the Grand Prix

Perhaps Singapore’s most famous hotel, Raffles Singapore is conveniently located for the Padang concert area. Family-friendly fun at Raffles Singapore includes suites with separate living areas, in-room cots, in-room dining options for children, laundry services and a supervised kids' actitivity programme. Families can enjoy the outdoor pool and hotel-arranged activities like historical hotel tours and treasure hunts.

Fairmont Singapore

Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix - Fairmont Singapore has two outdoor pools, one dedicated to families

Strategically located just a five minute walk from the track, Fairmont Singapore also offers track views with select rooms overlooking Turns 7 and 8. The hotels has heaps to offer visiting families, including handy services like baby cots, children's bathrobes, highchairs and babysitting. There are two outdoor pools; one is dedicated to children and families.

Swissotel The Stamford

Pro tips for the Singapore Grand Prix - in the heart of the action at Swissotel The Stamford

Perfectly located next to Turn 9, Swissotel The Stamford is a popular choice for race-goers. For families, there are a variety of amenities and services, including a dedicated children's play room with toys, DVDs and PlayStation (the room is open to teens). Baby cots and changing tables are available and there are family-friendly dining options.

Looking ahead to the Singapore Grand Prix 2026, racing will take place October 9 to 11.