A huge 118-feet tall bridge popular for its unique wave-like structure is among the most beautiful bridges in the world. The Henderson Waves Bridge is an iconic pedestrian bridge in Singapore.
The bridge connects Mount Faber Park and Telok Blangah Hill Park as part of the Southern Ridges, a popular 10-kilometre trail that links multiple parks in Singapore.
Spanning 274 meters (899 feet) and reaching a height of 36 meters (118 feet) above Henderson Road, it’s the highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore.
The architectural marvel was created by RSP Architects Planners & Engineers and IJP Corporation, and features a series of undulating, wave-like curves that are both visually striking and functional.
The bridge is built from balau wood (a dense hardwood), complemented by steel and reinforced concrete.
The “wave” shapes create alcoves and seating areas for visitors to relax, offering shaded spots during the day and cozy corners at night.
The bridge offers panoramic views of the surrounding cityscape, lush greenery, and Singapore’s southern coastline, making it popular for photographers, joggers, and nature lovers.
It’s also a great spot to encounter local wildlife, with the surrounding parks providing habitats for various bird species and other animals.
Henderson Waves Bridge has become a major attraction and a beautiful example of integrating innovative architecture with natural landscapes.
Its unique shape and lighting make it a popular location for both locals and tourists, as well as a favourite spot for Instagram photos and peaceful strolls.
One person shared the experience on a TripAdvisor forum, writing: “The best time to visit for me was early on a weekday morning. Lower relative temps at that time plus overcast made the trek to Henderson Wave nicer. If you can take a grab car or taxi and get dropped off in the parking lot. From there it was a paved path up, which was a much easier approach than the stairs near the bus stop.
“The wave itself was a combination of wood and metal with views from both sides. The undulating wave design gave the bridge its distinctive look though it’s built like most bridges. To get a better photo and view of the bridge, it was best viewed from the middle of the staircase leading down to Henderson Road.
“It took me around 10 minutes to cross including stops to take photos as well as read the Discovery Walk signs that gave a quick history but also point out some of the more significant buildings from that vantage point.
“From here, I continued my walk to Fraser Point at the top of Mount Fraser Park and the MarangTrail to the Harbourfront MRT station.”
A second user commented: “So it didn’t sound that much, but in reality it is stunning and marked (if you are going downhill from the top the cable car at Mount Faber – and this is recommended) the beginning of the Southern Ridge walk that in parts is on a walkway of stilts through the tree canopy (although you can also walk below) that is simply lovely. This is a real hidden gem (to tourists but not the locals who come out in force at the weekends).”
