About Jubilee Bridge
Jubilee Bridge is a pedestrian bridge spanning the Singapore River in Downtown Core, connecting Merlion Park to the Esplanade waterfront. Opened in March 2015 to commemorate Singapore's 50th anniversary (SG50), it was built following a suggestion to improve pedestrian connectivity along Marina Bay. The bridge offers open views of Marina Bay, the Singapore River and the city skyline and serves as a popular walking link between major civic and cultural attractions.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a short, flat pedestrian bridge over the mouth of the Singapore River with open views of Marina Bay, the Merlion statue, Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, and the downtown skyline. The bridge is paved, barrier-free, and lit at night, serving as a direct walking connection between Merlion Park and the Esplanade promenade. It is an outdoor, unsheltered crossing used for sightseeing, photography and leisurely strolls.
Key highlights
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Pedestrian bridge linking Merlion Park and Esplanade across the Singapore River
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Panoramic views of Marina Bay, the Singapore River and city skyline
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Built for Singapore's Golden Jubilee (SG50) and opened on 29 March 2015
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Popular photography spot, especially at sunset and when illuminated at night
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Step-free, barrier-free crossing that improves waterfront connectivity
History of Jubilee Bridge
Constructed to commemorate Singapore's 50th anniversary of independence (SG50) in 2015. The bridge was suggested by founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew to enhance pedestrian connectivity between Merlion Park and the Esplanade. It was opened on 29 March 2015 and officially named Jubilee Bridge to mark the jubilee celebrations.
Culture & Context
Serves as a commemorative landmark of SG50 and a civic connector along the Marina Bay waterfront, linking key cultural and tourism precincts including the Civic District, Merlion Park and Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay. It is used for public leisure and as a vantage point for waterfront events.
Route
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