The Padang and Coleman Decks are on Level 6 of National Gallery Singapore’s City Hall Wing. The Gallery lists both as non-ticketed spaces. Follow signs for the City Hall Wing and Level 6, and check with staff if a deck is unavailable during an event.
Choose Padang Deck for the view over the Padang towards Marina Bay. Choose Coleman Deck for the side overlooking St Andrew’s Cathedral. If you want to see both, the Gallery’s accessibility guide identifies a step-free link from Coleman Deck to Padang Deck.
- Go to Level 6 of the City Hall Wing.
- Padang Deck: views towards the Padang and Marina Bay.
- Coleman Deck: views towards St Andrew’s Cathedral.
- Both decks are listed as non-ticketed spaces.
Plan your visit
Guide contents
Find the City Hall Wing route
After entering the Gallery, look for the City Hall Wing on the directory. The former Supreme Court Wing has a separate floor layout. The Gallery map places both decks on Level 6 of the City Hall Wing.
If you need a step-free route, ask Visitor Services for the appropriate lift and use the signed connection from Coleman Deck. For a group meetup, name the specific deck rather than just the roof.
Choose which view to see first
At Padang Deck, look across the field towards the Esplanade and Marina Bay. It is a useful stop if you want to see how the open field sits between the civic buildings and the waterfront skyline.
At Coleman Deck, look towards St Andrew’s Cathedral. If you are comparing the two views, give yourself a moment to spot the older buildings on each side before heading back downstairs.
Fit a rooftop stop into a Gallery visit
If you mainly want a rooftop view, start with the decks and ask about any temporary closure. Keep a second choice indoors in case of rain or an event. The Gallery lists other free spaces in its visitor information.
If you plan to see a ticketed exhibition afterwards, check the separate admission rules for that show. The deck visit can be planned independently, even if visitors in your group want different exhibitions.
Common questions
Are the decks free?
The Gallery lists both as non-ticketed areas.
Which wing should I use?
The City Hall Wing. Both decks are on Level 6.
Is there a step-free link between the decks?
The Gallery accessibility guide lists step-free access from Coleman Deck to Padang Deck.