All destinations
From Marina Bay and Gardens by the Bay to Sentosa, the heritage quarters (Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam, Katong) and the green escapes — the Botanic Gardens, the Southern Ridges and the southern islands
Must-visit destinations
Changi Airport & Jewel
Layover travellers with 3–6 hours in Changi, Families with children — hedge maze, bouncing net, mirror maze
Chinatown
Hawker food lovers — Maxwell Food Centre is one of Singapore's best, Temple visitors and those interested in Chinese cultural heritage
Clarke Quay and the riverside
Visitors wanting a river cruise along the Singapore River, Night owls — Clarke Quay is the busiest nightlife district in the city
Gardens by the Bay
First-timers who want the full Supertree Grove evening experience, Families with children — the accessible outdoor grounds are excellent
Kampong Glam
Street photography and mural hunting, Middle Eastern and Malay food
Katong & Joo Chiat
Peranakan food — especially Katong laksa, Heritage architecture — pastel shophouses, ornate facades
Little India
Food explorers after South Indian and North Indian cuisine at hawker prices, Temple visitors interested in Hindu religious architecture and practice
Mandai Wildlife Reserve
Families with children — Singapore Zoo is one of the world's best, Night Safari — the world's first commercial nocturnal wildlife park
Marina Bay
First-time visitors wanting the iconic skyline photos, Evening strollers watching the free Spectra light show
Sentosa
Families with children who want theme parks and beaches in one place, Couples looking for an easy beach day close to the city
More to explore
Batam
Budget-conscious travellers wanting a genuinely affordable day outside Singapore, Visitors who want Indonesian food and massage at Indonesian prices
Bintan
Beach lovers who want white sand without Sentosa's commercial infrastructure, Snorkellers — White Sand Island reef is accessible from Bintan
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Morning walks before the heat builds, The National Orchid Garden — 1,000+ species and hybrids
Bugis
Budget shoppers looking for cheap clothes, accessories, and souvenirs, Visitors wanting the independent boutique and cafe scene of Haji Lane
Civic District
History and architecture enthusiasts, Museum visitors — National Gallery is genuinely world-class
Dempsey Hill
Upscale dining in a distinctive colonial setting, Sunday morning antique and flea market browsing
East Coast Park
Cycling and rollerblading on flat, well-maintained paths, Weekend beach atmosphere with locals
Fort Canning
WW2 history enthusiasts — the Battlebox is one of Singapore's most honest heritage sites, Visitors wanting green space and a city viewpoint without an entry fee
Geylang
Late-night hawker food — the best in Singapore, Durian in season at competitive prices
Holland Village
An evening of al fresco dining without tourist pricing, Browsing independent homeware and lifestyle shops
Johor Bahru
Families visiting Legoland Malaysia — the most complete theme park option from Singapore, Budget shoppers and food lovers — Malaysian prices are substantially lower than Singapore
Jurong
Families with children who want a full wildlife day, Bird and nature enthusiasts
Mount Faber
Couples looking for a romantic viewpoint or dinner setting, Visitors who want to arrive at Sentosa by cable car rather than monorail
Orchard Road
Shoppers after luxury, mid-range, and local Singaporean brands, First-timers ticking off the city's famous shopping street
Pulau Ubin
Cyclists of all levels wanting unpaved forest roads and quarry lake viewpoints, Nature lovers — Chek Jawa is Singapore's best accessible intertidal wetland
Raffles Place and the CBD
Hawker food enthusiasts — Lau Pa Sat is one of the city's most atmospheric markets, Fans of the Singapore Sling cocktail (at Raffles Hotel)
Southern Ridges
Walkers wanting a genuine forest ridgeline experience close to the city, Architecture enthusiasts — Henderson Waves is one of Singapore's most distinctive structures
Tiong Bahru
Independent café culture away from the tourist trail, Art deco architecture and heritage housing
Off the beaten path
Bukit Timah
Hikers wanting genuine primary rainforest, not manicured parkland, Wildlife photographers and birdwatchers
Southern Islands
Travellers wanting a quiet beach day without Sentosa's commercial infrastructure, Snorkellers — Sisters' Islands has live coral and good marine diversity
Most-booked experiences in Singapore
Whichever destination you choose, these are the activities travellers book most.
Singapore: Universal Studios Singapore entry ticket
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay bundle entry ticket
Singapore: Night Safari and tram ride ticket
Singapore: S.E.A. Aquarium entrance ticket
Singapore: Singapore River cruise
Singapore: Marina Bay Sands observation deck e-ticket
Singapore: Sentosa cable car Sky Pass roundtrip ticket
