5 Days in Singapore: Explore the City’s Top Attractions
Enjoy an unforgettable journey through Singapore, the dazzling "Garden City" of Southeast Asia. This vibrant city-state offers a perfect blend of lush greenery, futuristic skylines, and world-class attractions that cater to every traveler's dreams.
Our comprehensive 5-day itinerary unveils the best of Singapore, including:
• Iconic landmarks like Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands
• Thrilling adventures on Sentosa Island
• The award-winning Changi Airport, a destination in itself
• Vibrant nightlife scenes and hidden speakeasies
• Tranquil parks and nature reserves
• Captivating museums and art galleries
• Diverse cultural experiences in colorful ethnic enclaves
Immerse yourself in Singapore's unique cosmopolitan atmosphere, where diverse cultures and religions harmoniously coexist. From mouthwatering culinary delights to unparalleled shopping experiences, this itinerary ensures you'll experience the very best of Singapore.
Follow our day-by-day guide, complete with interactive maps and detailed directions, to make the most of your 5-day adventure in this captivating city-state.
Our comprehensive 5-day itinerary unveils the best of Singapore, including:
• Iconic landmarks like Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands
• Thrilling adventures on Sentosa Island
• The award-winning Changi Airport, a destination in itself
• Vibrant nightlife scenes and hidden speakeasies
• Tranquil parks and nature reserves
• Captivating museums and art galleries
• Diverse cultural experiences in colorful ethnic enclaves
Immerse yourself in Singapore's unique cosmopolitan atmosphere, where diverse cultures and religions harmoniously coexist. From mouthwatering culinary delights to unparalleled shopping experiences, this itinerary ensures you'll experience the very best of Singapore.
Follow our day-by-day guide, complete with interactive maps and detailed directions, to make the most of your 5-day adventure in this captivating city-state.
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Marina Barrage, Singapore
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09:00 - 11:00
Singapore is a true joy to all architecture lovers, with a combination of functional structures and exceptional design. Marina Barrage is exactly such a kind of combination, a dam that provides flood control and water and is also a recreation hub. The solar park provides water sports activities, a stunning view, and is a lovely spot to start your first travel day in amazing Singapore.
SingaporeGardens by the Bay, Singapore
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11:30 - 15:30
Gaining international fame for its unique design, Gardens by the Bay is a must-see park while in Singapore. The Park has 3 main gardens: Bay Central Garden, Bay South Garden, and Bay East Garden. All our magnificent and full of flowering and the beauty of mother nature.
18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953Bay East Garden, which is smaller than Bay South, yet larger than Bay Central, is also a true joy. Bay East will provide you with a lovely view of the Singapore skyline and a quiet place to wander and relax, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Bay Central connects Bay South and East, with entrancing 3 kilometers waterfront promenade.
Other fantastic attractions at Gardens by the bay that are very much worth visiting are:
The Cloud Forest – contains vegetation from all over the globe and one of the largest indoor waterfalls.
Dragonflies and Kingfisher Lakes - 440 meters boardwalk with lakes view that provides a glimpse to kingfishers and dragonflies which are inseparable from the Gardens ecosystem.
Floral Fantasy – in Floral Fantasy you will find colorful suspended bouquets and unique flowers designs. Located right next to Bayfront MRT station, Floral Fantasy seems like it came out of a fantasy dream of nature lovers.
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Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade, Singapore
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16:00 - 17:30
Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade is 3.5 km surrounding Marina Bay which provides a direct look at Singapore's ravishingly beautiful skyline. The Promenade has an environmental-friendly design that also includes mist sprays, to effectively protect its visitors from heat and humidity. With a connection to the popular Coller Quay, Marina Centre, and Bayfront and bewitching waterfront and laser and water show - the lively Promenade is a central tourist attraction.
Marina Bay Sands Singapore
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17:30 - 18:00
Marina Bay Sands Singapore serves as a hotel and a casino, but more than that, the place's skyscrapers are an architectural landmark that shapes Singapore's sky. Marina Bay Sands includes many attractions as the alluring luxury mall "The Shoppes" and Sands SkyPark Observation Deck which gives a full panoramic view of Singapore. Also, the place consists of a lotus-shaped ArtScience Museum, incredible Infinity Pool and offers a free light and water show named Spectra.
Helix Bridge, Singapore
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18:00 - 18:30
Helix Bridge provides another way to see the marvelous view of Marina Bay. Favorite among pedestrians, the impressive Double Helix Bridge connects Marina Centre with Marina South. The bridge is widely famous for its unique and modern architecture that was inspired by the look of DNA. Magnet to tourists and citizens, Helix Bridge is one of the Marina Bay area's highlights.
SingaporeSingapore Flyer
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19:00 - 19:30
Giant observation wheel, which reveals an outstanding view of Marina Bay. Singapore Flyer is the largest observation wheel in entire Asia and reaches up to a height of 165 meters. If you feeling adventurer, Singapore Flyer provides sky dining, you can have dinner inside of a capsule and besides the delightful food, it will definitely be a dinner to remember.
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Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Singapore
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09:00 - 10:00
House of faith and worship, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple is a picturesque 5-floors Buddhist temple and a museum in Chinatown. Very popular among tourists, it is claimed that the Temple holds the tooth relic that belongs to Buddha himself. However, doubts and questions were raised by experts about the trustworthiness of the tooth relics. Still, the place serves Buddha's faithful believers and the general public that is able to learn about Buddhism history, philosophy, and practices. The temple and museum are very peaceful and impressive. Abundant with Buddha statues and religious artifacts and has lavish red-golden decoration and a splendid rooftop garden.
Merlion Park, Singapore
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10:30 - 11:00
Merlion Park is another coveted destination in Singapore that should not be missed. The park is a wonderful hotspot for strolling by Marina Bay but most of all, viewing the monumental Merlion statue. Body of a fish and head of a lion, the Merlion is a symbol of Singapore and a magical reminder of its past. A remnant of Singapore's modest beginning as a village based on fishing for a living and the former name of the country, Singapura, which means "lion city". The Roaring fish-lion which pours water of his mouth is approximately 9 meters tall and weighs 70 tons. The park is also a home to another Merlion statue, 2 meters tall, named "Merlion cub".
Cavenagh Bridge, Singapore
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A relatively small but historically unique, Cavenagh Bridge is a cable-stayed pedestrian bridge that connects the southern and northern banks of the Singapore River. Inaugurated in 1869, this is among the oldest bridges in Singapore and the only suspension bridge that survives as is since its opening.
Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore
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11:30 - 13:30
Singapore's formation was a process of blending different cultures and ethnicities and generating one unify national identity. This melting pot strategy and the nowadays results are wonderfully displayed at the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM). One of the official four national museums in the country, the Asian Civilisations Museum exhibits the deep relationships, religious connections, and trade between the Asian countries and the world through art. The Museum hosts a wide variety of sculptures, paintings, ceramics, and artifacts that tell the story of all Asia. This is another prominent source of learning about Singapore's creation and development, culture, and its people in a local and global context.
National Gallery Singapore
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13:30 - 16:30
A prominent force in Singapore art life, the National Gallery has a fantastic collection of Southeast Asian modern art, including, of course, notable artworks of Singaporean artists. The buildings that are home to the National Gallery are also art, the former City Hall and Supreme Court that gives the artworks another dignified layer.
Central Fire Station, Singapore
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16:30 - 17:00
The Central Fire Station is the oldest fire station in Singapore and the lovely building is another wonderful opportunity to be impressed by Singaporean architecture. Today, the station is home to the Civil Defence Heritage Gallery, a museum dedicated to the history of fire fighting in the country and rescue technologies.
Fort Canning Park, Singapore
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17:00 - 18:00
Full of atmosphere and charm, the picturesque Fort Canning Park resides on a hill in the heart of Singapore, and its chronicle entwined with the country's history. The Park is a great vantage point and a green space that is full of attractions, historical remains, and nine alluring gardens with lovely vegetation and walking trails. The Park is also a popular venue for music events, festivals, and much more. The Bukit Larangan ("Forbidden Hill") as it used to be called was a holy Malay hill that serves the Majapahit as a center for the Malay rulers of Singapore in the 14th century.
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Orchard Road, Singapore
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18:30 - 20:00
Shopping time! Orchard Road is a famous shopping street in Singapore. More than 2 km of shopping centers, department stores, restaurants, and cafés will pleasant your time and provide you ultimate shopping experience.
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National Museum of Singapore
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10:00 - 12:30
Reside in a majestic neo-classical building, the National Museum of Singapore is an excellent source of learning about Singapore history, its development through the years, and its culture. The museum, as the name suggests, is a national museum, one of four official national museums in the country. The Museum was originally established in 1849 and is the oldest in the country. It has an exquisite and elegant balance between the old and the modern. It pays respect to the country's past and exhibits the fascinating processes that brought Singapore to be the advance and modern country it is today.
Sri Krishnan Temple, Singapore
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Hindu temple which inaugurated in 1870, a place of faith and devotion that was built to honor Sri Krishna and his consort Rukmini. Beautifully designed, the place is inviting and welcoming, with an exceptional entrance that is decorated with graceful and colorful statues. Resides at Waterloo Street in Bugis neighborhood, right near the popular Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple.
Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple, Singapore
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13:00 - 13:30
A Buddhist temple in Bugis neighborhood, dedicated to Kwan Im (also known as Kuan Yin) - the Goddess of Mercy. With a history dating to 1884, Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho has a traditional Chinese temple's architecture, red-golden decoration, and stately golden Cundi Bodhisattva (one of Kwan Im reincarnations) statue. The place is very popular among believers who wish to receive blessings of luck and good fortune from their Goddess and tourists who wish to observe the marvelous temple.
Bugis Street, Singapore
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13:30 - 14:00
Bugis street is a shopping hub at affordable prices, with a wide selection of goods. The Street also offers plenty of gastronomical options and due to its accessible location and low prices, it can be bustle and crowded at times. However, the street can provide a vibrant shopping experience for travelers on a budget who wish to buy things for themselves and gifts for their loved ones.
Arab Street, Singapore
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14:00 - 14:30
A colorful bazaar of shops and boutiques with a wide variety of goods and delicious Middle Eastern cuisine. Textile, perfumes, carpets, clothing, restaurants, and energetic vibes, the Arab Street will give you authentic aromas and flavors of the Middle East.
Sultan Mosque, Singapore
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14:30 - 15:00
A majestic mosque with glorious golden onions domes and an impressive prayer hall that can contain up to 5,000 believers, Sultan Mosque is a must-see while in Kampong Glam. The Mosque, also known as Masjid Sultan, was built in 1924 by Sultan Hussain Shah, who ruled Singapore. The Construction ended 2 years later, however facing the time damages and the need for a better place for the growing Islamic community, the present-day Mosque was inaugurated in 1928. Except for its inspiring sight, the building reflects a spiritual and humanistic view of equality. The dome's base has been made out of glass bottles, donations of the unprivileged, and a symbol that all, poor or rich, are welcome in the Mosque. Praised for its magnificent architecture thenceforth, the Mosque receives the prestigious status of Singapore's National monument in 1975.
Meomi Cat Cafe, Singapore
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If you are a cat lover and especially if you miss your cats back home while you travel, Meomi Cat Café is the perfect place for you. The cozy café has friendly staff, beverages, and some desserts, and of course, furry and fluffy cats to pat and play with. To take good care of the cats, Meomi Cat charges an entrance fee per hour, which also includes a drink.
Haji Lane, Singapore
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Haji Lane is one of the narrowest and trendiest streets in Singapore. Affluence with street art, vintage look, and indie spirit vibes, Haji Lane is a photo-taking hotspot. If you live on social media, this street is a lovely variegated stop to photograph and share with family and friends. The street is also abundant with fashionable boutiques, restaurants, cafés, and bars at affordable prices. This eye-candy street is very inviting and a terrific location to stroll, eats, and shop.
Haji Ln, SingaporeBaghdad Street, Singapore
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15:30 - 16:00
Baghdad Street is very much like Haji Lane, a foodies' favorite with plenty of restaurants offering delectable food and a colorful street to take pictures or a selfie.
Baghdad St, SingaporeMalay Heritage Centre, Singapore
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16:00 - 17:30
Small, yet fascinating, the Malay Heritage Centre will take you through Singapore and the Malay's community history alleyways. The 2-floors Centre use to be a royal palace, Istana Kampong Gelam, a place where Singapore's Malay sultans used to live. It was originally built in 1840 according to the will of Sultan Ali, the son of Sultan Hussein Shah who ordered to build the famous Sultan Mosque. Preserved and re-opened in 2005, the Malay Heritage Centre has 6 permanent galleries that provide a glance at the rich heritage of the Malays in Singapore.
Hajjah Fatimah Mosque, Singapore
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Much smaller than Sultan Mosque, yet very interesting, Hajjah Fatimah Mosque (Masjid Hajjah Fatimah) is another prominent religious monument in Singapore. Opened in 1846 thanks to a major donation from Hajjah Fatimah Sulaiman and therefore the mosque, in an untypical act, named after her. Taking the name of a woman is not the only exceptional thing about this Mosque. Architecturally, the Hajjah Fatimah Mosque was built under oriental and European influences according to a design of an unknown non-Muslim British architect. The Mosque's minaret is leaning toward the dome and adds another dimension to the uniqueness of this Mosque.
Click art museum, Singapore
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18:00 - 19:30
If you love cameras and wish to learn more about the development of photography, Vintage Cameras Museum is a place you will enjoy. The friendly staff will welcome you and you'll be able to take historical a journey through the lens, learn and see approximately 1000 vintage cameras. The Museum's building is also very special with a front that looks like a camera and lens-shaped entrance.
Clarke Quay
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21:00 - 23:00
Clarke Quay is known for its vibrant nightlife with ebullient bars, clubs, and restaurants. However, there are plenty of things to see and do in this area during the day as well. For example, you may enjoy a refreshing river cruise, visit the fascinating Asian Civilisations Museum, see Cavenagh Bridge which is one of the antique bridges in Singapore, stroll at Fort Canning Park and view the Chinese temple, Hong San See, and much more.
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4 places
Fort Siloso Sky Walk, Sentosa
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09:30 - 10:00
A wonderful 181 meters trail that offers a skywalk and a lovely view of Sentosa Island, especially of the Fort Siloso area.
Fort Siloso, Sentosa
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10:00 - 12:00
Fort Siloso is a historical site on Sentosa Island and a well-preserved coastal defense fort built during World War II. It is famous for its military artifacts, cannons, bunkers, and underground tunnels, providing visitors with insights into Singapore's wartime history. Tourists can explore the fort, learn about the island's military heritage, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area from its vantage points. Fort Siloso offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience Singapore's military past, making it a great educational and historical destination for visitors interested in the country's heritage.
Book nearby hotels:
Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa at Booking.com
Siloso Beach Resort at Booking.com
Universal Studios Singapore
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13:30 - 19:00
Part of Resorts World Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore is a wonderful activity for all the family. The park has 28 rides and attractions and is divided into seven different themed zones. You can easily spend an entire day at this exciting place and create fun and loving family memories that will stay with you long after your vacation ends.
Book nearby hotels:
Oasia Resort Sentosa at Booking.com
Hotel Michael at Booking.com
The Barracks Hotel Sentosa at Booking.com
Wings Of Time, Sentosa
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19:30 - 20:00
A fantastic audio-visual show with a richness of colors and imagination, created by fire, water, and lasers. Wings of time is a perfect way to end a busy day at the remarkable Sentosa Island.
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Changi Airport, Singapore
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Award-winning and internationally famous for its excellence, Changi Airport was crowned multiple times as the best airport in the world. Changi Airport is not only one of the best but also one of the bustling airports in the world. As such and due to the fact many passengers must wait for their flights at the airport for long hours, the place is dotted with plenty of attractions that can cover an entire trip day.
Cactus Garden, Singapore
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The Cactus Garden located at Terminal 1. It is a comely and thorny garden that includes approximately 100 spices of cacti and arid plants and exhibit, once again, the way the people of Singapore use nature to revive places.
Aerotel Singapore
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Another way to relax before a long flight is to use the Aerotel Hotel rooftop swimming pool. While it is not free, as most of the airport attractions, the lovely pool also has Jacuzzi and showers and can help you freshen up a bit prior to your travel toward home.
Changi Airport Skytrain, Singapore
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Efficient and convenient, the Changi Airport Skytrain seamlessly connects terminals, providing passengers with a swift and scenic transit experience between different parts of the airport.
Kinetic Rain, Singapore
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Singapore is very much characterized by sophisticated modern architectural structures and innovation. The Kinetic Rain display is a wonderful expression of those tendencies. It is a beautiful sculpture, 9.8 meters by 4 meters that consist of 1,216 bronze droplets. Together they can create up to 16 shapes and generate a mesmerizing fluid art installation.
Canopy Park, Singapore
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A vibrant rooftop oasis at Changi Airport, Canopy Park features lush gardens, creative play attractions, and the mesmerizing Sky Nets, offering a joyful retreat for all.
Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore
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The jewel in the crown, an extraordinary place that brings together nature, architecture, and people in amid of bustling international aviation navel. This is a must-see at the airport, can easily be accessed from Terminal 1, 2 and 3 and has any facility you can imagine as dining, shopping, kids entertainments and even sleeping in a hotel.
78 Airport Blvd., Singapore 819666As a city of gardens, the Jewel as well if full of nature, green sights, and flowers. One of those gardens is the lovely Forest Valley, where you can take a short hike and reach another wonderful colorful gem in the Jewel, the Canopy Park. The Canopy Park, with its impressive suspended glass bridge, was creatively designed to provide visitors a sense of indoor blooming nature and joyful activates as giant slides.
Other noticeable attractions in the Jewel are sky nets where you can jump among trees or walk on by. Hedge maze, mirror maze, Foggy Bowls where kids can run through clouds-alike and the Changi Experience Studio – a digital-virtual center with shows and interactive games.
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Changi Experience Studio, Singapore
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An immersive multimedia attraction at Changi Airport, the Experience Studio showcases the airport's evolution, featuring interactive exhibits and cutting-edge technology for an engaging and educational journey.
Butterfly Garden Terminal 3, Singapore
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Just like Singapore itself, Changi Airport has many planned gardens to the joyous of its visitors and the Butterfly Garden is definitely a joy. The Butterfly Garden is a gorgeous tropical garden with a 6 meters grotto waterfall and more than 1000 butterflies and explanations about the butterflies' life cycle, all for free.
The Slide @T3, Singapore
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Have you ever slide on world record? At Changi Airport, you can. The Slide @T3 is 12 meters tall (4 floors) which makes it to the tallest slide located inside an airport. The slide ride will gladden the young and the young at heart and is a great activity before a flight that requires sitting for most of the time.
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Enchanted Garden, T2, Changi Airport, Singapore
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The Enchanted Garden is a little garden inside of the Changi Airport, and as the name suggests it is completely entrancing. It is an interactive garden that has four decorated grand wreath sculptures made of glass at its center. Covered by sensitive motion sensors, when you walk through the Enchanted Garden, the sensors respond with lights and sounds. While the garden is small, yet it is among visitors' favorite attractions at the airport.
Sunflower Garden, Singapore
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One of the charming little gardens in Changi Airport is the Sunflower Garden on Terminal 2. If it is a beautiful sunny day, the Sunflower Garden offers a photogenic spot to wander around and take some last pictures from unforgettable Singapore.
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Bugis and Kampong Glam
Bugis and Kampong Glam are two nearby neighborhoods that are full of stores, shopping malls, and plenty of places to eat at affordable prices. Kampong Glam is considered Singapore's Muslim quarter and contains mosques and many Middle Eastern cuisine restaurants. Both neighborhoods are a vibrant bazaar of clothes, perfumes, rugs, food and so much more. Both neighborhoods have a hipster-chick, bohemian atmosphere, and a few wonderful colorful streets that are perfect spots to take photos and selfies and share with others by social media.
Pulau Ubin
Pulau Ubin (Granite Stone in Malay) is a lovely island with 60's -70's rustic characteristics that contain very few residents and is a wonderful day trip for nature lovers. Visiting Pulau Ubin will make you feel like you are inside of a nostalgic postcard from the past. This island is very different than modern Singapore, therefore it is advised:
• Take comfortable walking shoes
• Bring a bottle of water and some snacks
• Ensure you have enough cash (there are no ATMs at Pulau Ubin)
• Have mosquito repellent
• Rent bicycle (with a lock) for easy trip navigation
Changi Airport
Considered the best airport in the world and one of the busiest, Changi Airport is itself a thrilling travel adventure. If you have the time before leaving wonderful Singapore, dedicate some time touring the many attractions of this exceptional airport that offers almost anything, from massage, cinema, art installations, gardens, playgrounds, innovative architecture, waterfalls, shopping, and so much more.