Mount Faber Peak

Overview

Mount Faber Peak is a hilltop park offering panoramic views of Sentosa, the harbour, and the southern islands — and the starting point for the scenic cable car ride to Sentosa Island.

Highlights

• Cable Car: The cable car from Mount Faber to Sentosa offers dramatic aerial views over the harbour.
• Harbour Views: Panoramic views of container ships, Sentosa, and the southern coast.
• Dining: Several restaurants and bars at the summit, including the Arbora hilltop garden restaurant.

History

Named after Captain Charles Edward Faber of the Madras Engineers, who built a road to the summit in 1845. The hilltop has served as a signal station since British colonial times.

Visitor Tips

• Sunset: The west-facing hilltop offers beautiful sunset views over the harbour.
• Southern Ridges Connection: Connected to the Southern Ridges trail via Henderson Waves.
• Duration: 45 minutes.