Immerse yourself at Gardens By The Bay
One of the most famous landmarks in Singapore, Gardens By The Bay's unique landscape instantly evokes an "alien" setting. Its most prominent feature is the Supertree Grove - 18 vertical man-made "supertrees" in the garden, with the tallest tree standing at nearly 20 storeys tall! The best time to visit the Supertrees is at night when they are lit up and give off a magical glow. Gardens by the Bay offers free entry every day from 5am to 2am.
To Pulau Ubin Island
Pulau Ubin is a small island northeast of Singapore. Devoid of skyscrapers and cars, the island is a reminder of what Singapore was like a few decades ago – a truly untouched island. It is also home to one of Singapore’s last remaining traditional villages, and the people who live there lead a simple life supported by fishing and farming. To make your visit to Pulau Ubin memorable, rent a bicycle to explore the entire island, learn about the German Girl Shrine and other remnants of old Singapore here. To get to Pulau Ubin, take a ferry from Changi Point Ferry Terminal.
Get wild at Singapore Zoo
First opened in 1973, the Singapore Zoo spans nearly 70 acres and is home to over 300 species of animals. Highly regarded for its design and its choice of an “open” enclosure model that loosens the restrictions of keeping animals in regular cages or chains, the zoo is wildlife-friendly and at the same time stimulates the curiosity of visitors. To help visitors roam around the grounds, it offers a variety of transportation options, including trams and boats. For a more unique experience, visit the zoo after dark, when the Night Safari program begins, to get a chance to observe and learn how many animals are nocturnal.
Explore strange neighborhoods
Much of Singapore’s richest heritage is found in its cultural districts: Chinatown, Little India and Arab Street. Take a guided tour around Little India with the National Heritage Board, where you’ll get to experience the religious diversity of the area, and queue for a plate of Michelin-starred chicken rice. Meanwhile, in Arab Street, you’ll get to enjoy Mediterranean food, smoke shisha and watch the evening people-watching.
culinary experience at the hawker center
The truest way to appreciate a country's culture is through its local food. Singapore has its own distinct local dishes that are unmistakably its own: chilli crab, laksa, chicken rice... You can also sample Malay, Tamil and Chinese dishes that are popular throughout the city. For the best place to eat local food, go where the locals go. In the heart of the hawker centre, you can get a meal for under $10.
enjoy the spectacular light show
Singapore often comes alive at night with mesmerizing lights, not just from the street lights or the entertainment centers but from the light shows all over the city. You definitely cannot miss the star screen projected at Marina Bay and Sentosa with extremely spectacular light effects.
Street Art Hunt in Tiong Bahru
In Tiong Bahru, you will find a variety of artistic treasures on every corner and on the walls. Local heritage lover Yip Yew Chong, who grew up in Tiong Bahru, has three murals scattered around the city, depicting some of his memories of things past. Or animal photographer Ernest Goh, whose collages can be found on the walls around Tiong Bahru Market.
Watch the beautiful sunset at Marina Bay
Singapore is famous for its beautiful skyline. The famous Marina Bay Sands promenade certainly does not disappoint, offering a great vantage point for some of the most beautiful views in the city. Especially around 6pm, people gather here to admire the sunset.
Soar over the jungle MacRitchie Treetop Walk
If you’re feeling adventurous, head to MacRitchie Reservoir to experience the heights of the forest on the MacRitchie Treetop Walk. This is a 250-metre long bridge, 25 metres above the forest floor. The entire walk to the end of the bridge will take a couple of hours, so be sure to bring plenty of water and wear good shoes. Afterwards, take a stroll along the walkway around a reservoir in the forest and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a family of giant apes living there!
Expand your horizons in the city museum
Singapore has a range of world-class museums, covering a wide range of subjects and research. Discover how the worlds of art and technology come together at the ArtScience Museum, or learn about the history of the Lion City at the history gallery at the Singapore Museum. There are even museums dedicated to antique toys and interesting stamp collections to explore!
