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Singapore

A futuristic garden city - Marina Bay's skyline, Supertree groves, hawker feasts and a dazzling blend of Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan culture.

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7 Attractions
5 Restaurants
5 Hotels
2 Itineraries

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Quick facts

Best time to visit

Singapore is hot and humid year-round, so any month works. February to April is typically the driest and sunniest. The northeast monsoon (November to January) brings heavier afternoon downpours, though they usually pass quickly. Visit during festivals like Chinese New Year or Deepavali for extra colour.

Daily budget
$170
Time zone
GMT+8 (SGT)
Language
English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil
Currency
S$ (Singapore Dollar (SGD))
Emergency
999 / 995
Power
Type G · 230V

About Singapore

Singapore is a city-state like nowhere else: a tiny tropical island that has reinvented itself into one of the world's greenest, safest and most exciting cities. In a single day you can wander a colonial quarter, eat your way through a Michelin-starred hawker stall, ride to the top of a 200m rooftop, and stroll beneath glowing Supertrees, all without ever feeling rushed. The city wears its diversity beautifully. Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam each have their own temples, food and rhythm, while the Marina Bay waterfront shows off Singapore's bold modern face with the Marina Bay Sands, the ArtScience Museum and the futuristic conservatories of Gardens by the Bay. Across the water, Sentosa Island delivers beaches, theme parks and resorts. Best of all, Singapore is famously easy. It is spotlessly clean, almost crime-free, effortless to get around on the gleaming MRT, and English is everywhere. Food is the national obsession, and an unforgettable plate of chilli crab, Hainanese chicken rice or laksa rarely costs more than a few dollars. Compact, efficient and endlessly photogenic, it is the perfect introduction to Asia.

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Things to Do in Singapore

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Gardens by the BayNature

Gardens by the Bay

A futuristic park of soaring Supertrees, the misty Cloud Forest dome and the flower-filled Flower Dome. The free nightly Garden Rhapsody light show is a must-see.

3-4 hours From SGD 20 (domes)4.8(52,000)
Marina Bay Sands SkyParkEntertainment

Marina Bay Sands SkyPark

The observation deck and famous infinity pool crowning the iconic three-tower hotel, with sweeping views over the bay and skyline.

1-2 hours From SGD 324.6(41,000)
Sentosa IslandBeach

Sentosa Island

A resort island of beaches, Universal Studios Singapore, the S.E.A. Aquarium, cable cars and zip lines, reached by monorail, cable car or boardwalk.

Half to full day Island entry free; attractions vary4.5(38,000)
Singapore Zoo & Night SafariNature

Singapore Zoo & Night Safari

A world-renowned open-concept zoo and the pioneering Night Safari, where you tram through forests to see nocturnal animals after dark.

Half day From SGD 484.7(33,000)
Merlion ParkCulture

Merlion Park

Home to the 8.6m Merlion statue, Singapore's half-lion, half-fish mascot, with classic photo views across the bay to Marina Bay Sands.

30-45 minutes Free4.4(29,000)
ChinatownCulture

Chinatown

A vibrant heritage quarter of shophouses, the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple and bustling food streets and markets.

2-3 hours Free4.4(21,000)
Little IndiaCulture

Little India

A fragrant, colourful district of garland sellers, the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, Tekka Market and some of the city's best South Indian food.

2 hours Free4.4(17,000)

Where to Eat in Singapore

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Odette

Odette

French / Fine Dining $$$$4.9(3,400)

A three-Michelin-star modern French restaurant in the National Gallery, regularly ranked among Asia's very best.

Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice

Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice

Hawker / Singaporean $4.7(9,800)

The legendary Maxwell Food Centre stall serving Singapore's unofficial national dish: silky poached chicken with fragrant rice.

Jumbo Seafood

Jumbo Seafood

Seafood / Chinese $$$4.6(12,000)

The go-to institution for Singapore chilli crab and black pepper crab, best enjoyed riverside at Clarke Quay.

Lau Pa Sat

Lau Pa Sat

Hawker / Street Food $4.5(11,000)

A historic Victorian market hall packed with hawker stalls; come evening, the adjoining Satay Street fills with smoky grills.

328 Katong Laksa

328 Katong Laksa

Peranakan / Local $4.5(6,200)

Famous for its rich, spicy coconut laksa served with a spoon only, a beloved taste of Singapore's Peranakan heritage.

Where to Stay in Singapore

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Raffles Hotel Singapore

Raffles Hotel Singapore

Luxury $900/night4.8(8,400)

The grand colonial dame where the Singapore Sling was born, restored to timeless elegance with all-suite luxury.

Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands

Luxury $550/night4.7(68,000)

The icon of Singapore, home to the world's most famous rooftop infinity pool, a casino, mall and SkyPark.

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering

Boutique $280/night4.6(5,600)

A striking hotel-in-a-garden with cascading greenery, sky terraces and an infinity pool near Chinatown.

Hotel G Singapore

Hotel G Singapore

Mid-Range $160/night4.4(4,700)

A stylish, well-located design hotel in Bugis, walking distance to Little India and the arts district.

The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel

The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel

Hostel $45/night4.4(3,900)

A sleek, modern capsule hostel with privacy pods, perfect for solo travellers and backpackers near Kampong Glam.

Singapore Itineraries

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3-day trip

3 Days in Singapore: First-Timer Highlights

easy $400 total

A tight loop through Marina Bay, the cultural quarters and Sentosa, with plenty of hawker feasting.

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5-day trip

5-Day Singapore: City, Island & Culture

easy $750 total

A relaxed week mixing the headline sights with the zoo, the islands and the best of the food scene.

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Singapore Budget Guide

CategoryBudgetMid-RangeLuxury
Flights$700 - $1,500$700 - $1,500$700 - $1,500
Accommodation$35/night$140/night$500/night
Food$15/day$45/day-
Activities$30/day$30/day$30/day
Local Transport$8/day$8/day$8/day
Daily Average$70$170$450

Local currency: Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Singapore Travel FAQ

Everything you need to know before you go: best time to visit, visas, getting around, safety and more.

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