Best Filming Locations in Singapore for Corporate Video
Iconic Marina Bay waterfront to heritage shophouses in Kampong Glam; Singapore has visually diverse locations for all kinds of corporate shoots. A leading video production company in Singapore, like ours, ensures you’re choosing the right location for your brand.
Top 13 Filming Locations in Singapore
1. Marina Bay Sands Area
Financial institutions, regional headquarters, and professional services firms choose Marina Bay Sands for its iconic architecture and global recognition. The waterfront location signals market leadership and international presence in corporate videos and commercials.
It’s best to shoot the waterfront between 6:30 and 8:00 am. At that time, the bay remains still, crowds are absent, and the skyline catches a quality of light that midday cannot match.
To film in the Sands area, you’ll require a dual permit. Urban Redevelopment Authority (apply via form.gov.sg) for public waterfront areas and Marina Bay Sands for on-property shoots. MBS requires a minimum public liability insurance of S$1,000,000. It can take up to 2-3 weeks for the approvals to be accepted.
2. Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay is a go-to spot for ESG teams, sustainability-led brands, and innovation companies. It is a perfect balance of nature and innovation that speaks for the brand. Being one of Singapore’s most unique natural architectures, the environment alone is sufficient for live video production.
Filming outputs best results before the Gardens open at 7:00 am. You can get clear, crowd-free compositions in soft morning light. Evening shoots after 7:45 pm, aligned with the light show, work well for high-energy social content.
Fortunately, GBTB allows hassle-free access with fees of around S$800 per hour at Bay East. They have a compulsory staff escort and a minimum of 10 to 14 days’ notice. Drones are not permitted within the grounds.
3. People’s Park Centre Rooftop Car Park
Creative agencies and brands that want an editorial rather than corporate quality in their video find their way here. The rooftop overlooks Chinatown and provides panoramic skyline views. It’s more raw than Marina Bay, offering greater depth and editorial quality.
Our Singapore video production company recommends shooting at golden hour, either from 7:00 am or from 5:30 pm. That’s when directional light sweeps across the rooftop and adds scenic depth to the composition.
Similar to GBTB, written permission from building management is required for commercial filming, which is usually approved within 2 weeks. No government permit is needed unless the setup causes obstruction.
4. CBD Offices
Legal firms, consultancies, financial services, and similar corporates — you know why these prefer CBD office environments. These landmarks offer perfect corporate video production for executive interviews and leadership content. A floor-to-ceiling window with the Singapore skyline behind puts any brand in the limelight that a studio backdrop can hardly match. East-facing floors offer the best available window light from 9:00 am to noon; west-facing floors from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
Most CBD buildings require management approval and a certificate of insurance, taking up to 10 days for approvals. Tenant permission suffices for filming within a company’s own leased space.
5. Orchard Road
Orchard Road’s instantly recognizable corridor appeals to retail brands, FMCG companies, and employer branding teams. For consumer-facing content and recruitment videos, the street’s energy is unparalleled.
The practical shooting window is weekday mornings from 7:00 to 9:30 am — clean, well-lit, and crowd-free. Twilight from 6:30 to 7:30 pm works well for more dynamic social content.
For permits, low-footprint handheld shoots on public streets require none. Any setup that occupies pavement space requires an LTA permit, usually cleared in 1 week. Mall filming requires direct approval from each property manager.
6. Sentosa Island
Beachfront, resort architecture, and tropical greenery make Sentosa ideal for hospitality and tourism brands. For hospitality and tourism event coverage video production, Sentosa provides stunning scenery without adding any significant budget to your plan.
We recommend shooting on weekday mornings (before 11:00 am) if you want to catch excellent golden-hour light. The beaches of Palawan, Siloso, and Tanjong get significantly crowded on weekends and public holidays.
All filming requires an application to the Sentosa Development Corporation. Private venues within the island need separate written permission from their operators. The approval period can extend up to 3 weeks.
7. Seletar Aerospace Park
Aerospace companies, MRO operators, and advanced engineering brands choose Seletar Aerospace Park for authentic aviation industry backdrops. The Oval precinct features original RAF Seletar colonial bungalows alongside modern hangars, providing historical depth that photographs beautifully.
Morning light between 8:00 and 11:00 am is best for the heritage architecture. Access through JTC Corporation and estate management is mandatory, taking up to 3 weeks. Facility interiors require additional tenant permission.
8. Changi Business Park
Startups, tech companies, and logistics operators are the ideal demographic of Changi Business Park. The campus environment communicates organisational scale without the visual noise of the CBD. Wide atriums, clean glass facades, and open plazas portray frames that are irreplaceable.
Morning from 8:00 to 10:00 am and late afternoon from 4:00 to 6:00 pm offer the best directional natural light for exteriors and atrium spaces. JTC Corporation manages the park, so you need to apply to building management for common property access. Low-footprint outdoor shoots are low-friction and easily accessible.
9. Jurong Innovation District
All the innovative tech and manufacturing brands prefer to shoot in Jurong Innovation District any day. This is Singapore’s national hub for next-generation industry — filming here signals genuine technical capability, not aspirational positioning.
Daytime shooting is flexible. Morning light is cleanest for campus exteriors; active manufacturing floors and robotics labs are compelling at any hour when processes are running.
Shooting in Facility interiors requires direct company permission alongside JTC coordination. Typical 2-3 weeks of approval period to process the permissions.
10. Henderson Waves Bridge
Wellness brands, sustainability-led companies, and greentech firms can benefit the most from the highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore. It is the most visually distinctive filming location available in Singapore – architecturally spectacular, unbranded, and set above a forest canopy rather than a commercial district. The bridge’s undulating wooden structure produces images that feel cinematic without any set dressing.
From 6:00 to 7:30 am is the definitive window — the light catches the wooden ribs at an angle that no other time of day replicates. An NParks permit is required, submitted at least 14 days in advance via nparks.gov.sg. If you’re working with a small crew of under 16 participants, then you can qualify for the simplified permit. Drone shoots need a separate CAAS application.
11. One-North
Biomedical companies, life sciences brands, ICT firms, and research institutions choose one-north because the environment speaks directly to their sector’s audience. The curved glass of Fusionopolis, the infrastructure of Biopolis, and the campus atmosphere of LaunchPad — all signal and communicate the scientific credibility without you visibly showing it.
Morning from 8:30 to 11:00 am produces the best natural light for exteriors and atrium spaces on weekdays. The permissions fall under the JTC, so you need to take permission from them.
Low-footprint outdoor shoots are low-friction and don’t take long to approve permits. Interior common areas require building management approval 1-2 weeks in advance.
12. Workbuddy (Co-working Space)
HR teams, recruitment brands, and startups are the best customers of Workbuddy for filming. It’s the largest co-working space in Singapore with a clean, modern setup that portrays freedom and rapid advancement. It eliminates the logistical complexity of sourcing a private office environment. The spaces are designed for commercial video production – clean lines, consistent natural light, professional without being sterile.
The booking process is direct and commercial, without the multi-week building management coordination that CBD offices require. Off-peak hours before 9:00 am or after 5:00 pm give the most creative control over the space. Or, it’s best to try on weekends as the space remains mostly free. A busier, active-workplace feel is achievable during standard business hours. No government permit required.
For executive interviews, product demos, or content requiring controlled lighting and sound, commercial video studios offer consistent quality without weather dependency. Studios eliminate permit complexity and provide repeatable setups.
13. Heritage Districts: Kampong Glam and Tiong Bahru
Heritage districts provide an authentic cultural context that studio sets cannot replicate. Kampong Glam’s Malay-Islamic architecture and Tiong Bahru’s pastel shophouses offer a distinctive Singapore character for brand films requiring local authenticity.
It’s best to shoot on weekday mornings from 7:00 to 9:00 am — streets are clear, light is warm and directional. The pastel facades hold colour that midday flattens entirely.
For low-footprint street filming, you don’t need a permit. Setups occupying pavement space need LTA notification. Written permission from property owners is required if shooting directly outside their premises.
How to Get Filming Permits in Singapore
Singapore does not operate a centralized filming permit system. Each location type requires approval from a different authority, and applications must go to the right body. For general understanding, here are some authorities and their associated locations for you to ease the permission requirements:
- Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) – Marina Bay waterfront and central civic district public spaces
- National Parks Board (NParks) – all national parks, park connectors, and Henderson Waves Bridge
- Land Transport Authority (LTA) – roads, footpaths, and any public transport infrastructure
- JTC Corporation – one-north, Changi Business Park, Seletar Aerospace Park, Jurong Innovation District
- Sentosa Development Corporation – all public areas on Sentosa Island
- Building management – CBD offices, malls, and private commercial properties
- Individual property owners – heritage shophouses and private businesses in public-facing locations
In summary, most government authorities (URA, NParks, LTA) do not charge location fees for standard corporate shoots. Commercial venues like Gardens by the Bay (S$800/hour) and Marina Bay Sands charge access fees. Private building management typically requires insurance documentation rather than direct fees.
For drone shots or filming in Singapore, you’ll require a separate permit from the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore. It can take up to 10 working days to receive the permit, and you also have to consider no-fly zones around Changi Airport, Seletar Airport, and restricted government areas.
Video production companies typically handle permit applications as part of full-service packages, managing authority communications and compliance requirements while clients focus on creative direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to film a corporate video in Singapore?
It depends on the location; low-footprint handheld shoots on public streets generally require no permit. Managed locations such as national parks, government buildings, Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, and JTC business parks, rtc, require permits from the relevant authority. We recommend securing written permission for every location to avoid any complications.
How far in advance should I book a filming location?
Start preparing at least two weeks in advance for any managed location. Gardens by the Bay and NParks locations require a minimum 14-day submission. Marina Bay Sands requires 2-3 weeks for application and insurance processing. It’s best to keep 2-4 weeks in hand if you need any post-production revisions or reshoots.
What is the best time of year to film outdoors in Singapore?
Singapore has no reliable dry season. Two monsoon periods (December-March & June-September), but uncertain rainfall makes it tough to film outdoors. For critical outdoor shoots, schedule backup indoor locations or buffer days. Most production companies in Singapore plan 1-2 contingency days for weather-dependent shoots. February and March tend to be marginally drier, but cannot be relied upon.
Does Moving Image handle filming permits?
Yes. Permit management is included in all full-service corporate video production packages. Our team handles all applications, authority communications, and insurance documentation on your behalf.
Can a foreign company film a corporate video in Singapore?
Yes. Foreign companies can conduct filming in Singapore without a local work pass for short-duration productions, provided filming is completed within the duration of their Short Term Visit Pass, up to a maximum of 60 days. Contact IMDA at [email protected] or call +65 6377 3800 for guidance specific to your production.
Ready to Film in Singapore?
MovingImage.sg provides full-service production, including location scouting, permit management, and filming across all major Singapore locations. Whether you need outdoor shoots at Marina Bay or controlled environments in our commercial video studio, we handle the logistics while you focus on your message.
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