20 Best things to do in Singapore 🇸🇬

While Singapore may be renowned as one of the world's priciest cities, it boasts numerous other distinctions—being the cleanest, best planned, and perhaps most entertaining. The Lion City is home to the largest rooftop infinity pool, the inaugural safari park dedicated to nocturnal animals, and, of course, some of the finest cuisine globally. This city-state seamlessly blends the old with the new, marrying the historic and the modern. In this guide I will take your through the the best activities to experience in Singapore.

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1. Gardens By the Bay

Gardens by the Bay

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Must see - Cloud Forest & Supertree Grove.

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2. Merlion Park

Merlion Park

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Singapore's iconic 28-foot Merlion statue, a half-fish, half-lion stone carving that shoots water into the bay.

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3. River Wonders

River Wonders

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Home to the Pandas. Must do Amazon River Quest.

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4. Night Safari

Night Safari

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This is the world's first safari park for nocturnal animals and a wildly popular one at that.

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5. Universal Studios Singapore

Universal Studios Singapore

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Theme park home to exhilarating rides like Jurassic Park and Transformers and my fav - The Galactica

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6. Museum of Icecream

MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM SINGAPORE

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Lots of instagrammable spots and interactive areas to have fun and enjoy.

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7. Clarke Quay

Clarke Quay

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One of Singapore's food, drink, and entertainment hubs.

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8. Orchard Road

Orchard Road

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Orchard Road is a one-way street flanked by distinctive shopping malls on both sides of the road.

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9. Kampong Glam

Kampong Glam

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Must visit the golden domed Sultan Mosque and the Malay Heritage Centre

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10. Haji Lane

Haji Lane

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Only place in Kampong Glam to get alcohol. A street with a colourful array of murals, boutique stores and bars.

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11. Chinatown

Chinatown

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Chinatown Singapore, is an age-old neighbourhood with an enchanting mix of culture, heritage & temples.

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12. Bugis Street

Bugis Street

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The market has a great variety of exotic goods, mostly at bargain prices.

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13. Jewel Changi Airport

Jewel Changi Airport

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Jewel is a nature-themed entertainment and retail complex. Its centrepiece is the world's tallest indoor waterfall, the Rain Vortex.

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14. Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands Singapore

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Must visit the Art & Science Museum and Sky Park Observation Deck.

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15. Sentosa Island

Sentosa Island

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Apart from Universal Studios, Visit Sentosa for the beaches and other fun activities.

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16. Little India

Little India

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A slice of India with colorful temples, street art and brightly painted shophouses.

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17. Singapore Flyer

Singapore Flyer

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It is the largest giant observation wheel in Asia, bigger than the London Eye.

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18. Singapore Zoo

Singapore Zoo

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Discover the world's best rainforest zoo, home to over 300 species of mammals, birds and reptiles.

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19. Bird Paradise

Bird Paradise

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A wildlife park that's home to over hundreds of different bird species. Bird Park, Night Safari, River Wonders & Zoo are all located in the same Park.

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20. Singapore Botanical Gardens

Singapore Botanic Gardens

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Visit the National Orchid Garden to see more than 1,000 species of orchids and 2,000 hybrids on display.

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Hello Wanderlust Buddies ! Welcome to my travel world 🌎 I am Anshu, an expat living in Singapore and I’m so stoked to share a bit of my travel-loving heart with you. With over a decade of traversing the globe and exploring more than 30+ countries. I've poured my heart and soul into meticulously researching and concocting truly extraordinary personalised itineraries. And now, the thrill is in sharing this treasure trove of expertise to craft YOUR dream voyage! From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, join me as we traverse cultures, savor flavors, and capture the essence of each destination. Let's wanderlust together and inspire the adventurer in you. Welcome to a world of limitless horizons and unforgettable experiences !

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