200 Places to visit in Singapore

A shopping extravaganza located in Little India, the huge 70,000 sq ft Mustafa Shopping Centre is a perfect location for all your shopping needs. Open 24 hours everyday, its six levels of shopping space offers a whole range of goods, from electronics, clothes, souvenirs, goodies to fragrances, complemented with a large supermarket on the second level. With prices considerably lower than other retail stores, Mustafa Shopping Centre is the place to go for great bargains. read more »

With the head of a lion and the a fish's tail, the Merlion is perhaps the most recognised symbol of Singapore. Standing proud in the Merlion Park at Marina Bay, it attracts well over a million visitors every year, who also get to enjoy the many nearby restaurants and art exhibits, as well as spectacular views of the Singapore Skyline. read more »

At the Wave House Sentosa, visitors are treated to a full day of fun and excitement as the 10-foot high fully-flowing, FlowBarrel® sheet wave that approximates those perfect, giant waves so sought-after in California. Wave House Sentosa is the first of its kind in Asia, allowing visitors to experience Singapore's first artificial barreling wave. Don't surf? Fret not. read more »

Situated in the heart of Singapore's new downtown in Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay comprises three distinctive waterfront gardens in the Marina Bay area - Gardens at Marina South, Gardens at Marina East, and Gardens at Marina Centre. It is a massive multi-billion dollar project that spans over an area of 101 hectares of reclaimed land. Visitors here will be enthralled by the display of nature and be caught in a horticultural fantasy in a place where garden craftsmanship and floral artistry is at its finest. read more »

An architectural marvel, the Helix Bridge is the world's first curved bridge, officially opened on 24 April 2010. It links Marina Bay to Marina Centre, and is the longest pedestrian linkway in Singapore at 280 meters long. Its architecture is simply astounding, featuring the world's first 'double-helix' structure, an engineering feat assembled with great precision. read more »

The first new mall on Orchard Road in over 10 years, Orchard Central is an iconic shopping mall, an expansive stretch of glass adorned with state-of-the-art lighting, an image of modernity. In its over 250,000 sq. ft. read more »

The National Museum of Singapore is the nation's oldest museum, dating back to its inception in 1849 as a section of a library at Singapore Instittuion, before it relocated to its permanent site at Stamford Road in 1887. Named the National Museum of Singapore in 1965, it focuses on exhibits related to Singapore's history, and is custodian to the 11 National Treasures, such as the Singapore Stone, the will of Munshi Abdullah, the Dagguerreotype of Singapore Town, just to name a few. With its huge gallery space of 2,800m², the National Museum of Singapore presents Singapore history through a story-telling approach, with images and film projected on its cylindrical walls, thereby redefining the conventional museum experience. read more »

Rated as one of the best zoos in the world, the Singapore Zoo is a must-see when visiting Singapore, drawing 1.6 million visitors per year. It boasts of Southeast Asia's largest wildlife collection, home to more than 2,000 creatures, 40 of which are endangered. read more »

Take a ride on Singapore Flyer, currently the world's largest observation wheel, to marvel at the entire cityscape of Singapore. You will never get tired of getting onto this observation wheel from time to time, as the cityscape of Singapore will always be changing. Singapore Flyer is also situated just a stone's throw away from Marina Bay Sand integrated resort and is also taller than the London Eye itself! Taking a ride on Singapore Flyer on different times of the day will also give you a different kind of experience every single time, as you get to see different sides of Singapore. read more »

With 2,500 marine animals from 250 different species, the Sentosa Underwater World is one of Southeast Asia's most established oceanariums. Visitors will enjoy walking through its 83 metre acrylic-windowed underwater tunnel that allows for close observation of an array of marine life including coral reefs, stingrays, moray eels, turtles and sharks. Also stop by the Dolphin Lagoon, which allows visitors close interaction with several Indo-Pacific hump-backed dolphins in a waist-high pool. read more »

Designed by Toyo Ito, VivoCity (Chinese: 怡丰城) is the largest shopping mall in the HarbourFront precinct. One of the biggest shopping malls in Singapore, Vivocity has a lot of retail outlets, restaurants and entertainment facilities to offer you. There are high-end boutiques such as Armani Exchange, Tommy Hilfiger, Ben Sherman, Guess and Mango. read more »

Located on the Marina Bay waterfront, the ArtScience Museum's innovative roof will create a waterfall by channeling rainwater through the central atrium of the building - a breathtaking sight to behold. The rainwater collected is also treated and recycled in the building's washrooms! There's so much more to the stunning architecture of the 'lotus flower' roof of the museum. The ArtScience Museum is also a host to exhibitions curated by leading museums and collections, such as the Titanic exhibition, the Andy Warhol exhibition and the Harry Potter exhibition. read more »

From the top of Sentosa's Imbiah Lookout, visitors to the Skyline Luge Sentosa speed down a 600m track through the rainforest, enjoying fifteen minutes of adrenalin-pumping action. Its like racing down a hill with a go cart, except that luge itself is part-go cart and part-toboggan. The Luge is safe and is easy to handle. read more »

Craving for excitement? Have a go on the G-Max Reverse Bungy for five minutes of heart-stopping, adrenaline-pumping fun! Launch yourself upwards at 200km/h to a staggering height of 60m. read more »

Singapore’s first and fully accustom Olympic-size ice skating rink on Level Three. It is fully furnised with a 463-seat gallery above the ice skating rink and there are changing rooms provided. Singapore will be able to host international ice skating and ice hockey events and competitions at the rink. read more »

One of Singapore’s finest shopping malls, its spectacular frontage and great architectural structure will dazzle you with over 300 retails, F&B and entertainment outlets. Ranging from everyday shopping to tourist-based or high-end branded luxury goods, this shopping mall holds huge variety. An extensive food hall in the basement pays attention to detail in food from all around the World and is all very delectable not forgetting to mention price-affordable. read more »

The Marina Barrage is Singapore's 15th reservoir, but unique in a way by being the first in the city, combining urban chic with lush greenery. It is also Singapore's largest and most urbanized catchment, and functions to increase Singapore's water catchment to about two-thirds of the country's land area. Visitors to the barrage can learn more about this groundbreaking project through the various exhibits on display. read more »

Clarke Quay holds a rich heritage and historical value to Singapore, and is located beside the Singapore River. 150 years ago, the Singapore River is used for a seaport as trade and it is where Singapore is known as a fishing village. In Clarke Quay, it showcases an exuberant nightlife of Singapore, where there are many bars, pubs and clubs which are opened throughout the night.There are also many famous high end restaurants situated there. At Clarke Quay, you will be able to take a bump boat ride which will allow you to tour the vicinity of Clarke Quay, as it travels on the Singapore River. You will be able to see the magnificent view of the skyscraper of Singapore. There are also shopping malls located at Clarke Quay, which is known as The Central, where you are able to indulge in shopping. read more »

Delve into the past, examine the present and step into the future of Singapore here at the Singapore Discovery Centre, a world class edutainment attraction with 5 main galleries that traces iconic moments and events of Singapore. One of the main highlights here is the Visionarium, a gigantic globe with a 360 degree wrap around screen inside. It is regarded as the centre-piece of the Singapore Discovery Centre, and comes alive with a stunning exhibition of kaleidoscopic images of Singapore every 15 minutes, and allows up to 120 people to make creative choices to create Singapore as one of the best cities in the world before displaying the final design on the screen. read more »

Standing at 165 meters tall, a full 30 meters taller than the London Eye observation wheel in London, Singapore Flyer is now the world's largest observation wheel. In Singapore Flyer Sky Dining, you will get to enjoy the best 90 minutes of your life, with the fine dining that you have never experienced before. Towering above Singapore's popular landmarks such as the Marina Bay, Singapore River and Raffles Place financial district, Singapore Flyer will now offer you the world's first butler dinner service right in the sky! Diners will make two complete rotations over 60 minutes in one of the dining capsules of Singapore Flyer. read more »

Singapore Philatelic Museum is the place to visit for both avid stamp collectors and non stamp collectors alike, with its extensive galleries bound to amaze all. As the custodian and curator of Singapore's treasure of philatelic materials, the Singapore Philatelic Museum introduces visitors to the world of philately, displaying galleries of stamps and archival philatelic material of Singapore and also from member countries of the Universal Postal Union. Apart from its permanent galleries, the Singapore Philatelic Museum also features interesting themed exhibitions every now and then, such as the 'The Adventures of Tintin' exhibition, featuring the full range of Tintin postage stamps issued by Belgium, France and the Netherlands from the museum's Universal Postal Union Collection. read more »

Immerse yourself in the wonders of science at the Singapore Science Centre. Learn about the various scientific fields such as robotics, flight and mathematics through hundreds of interactive exhibits sprawled over 20,000 square metres. Singapore Science Centre main aim is to promote science and technology among students and the public. read more »

As dusk falls, the Singapore Night Safari's many resident animals wake up for yet another exciting night of frolicking and hunting. Visit to view magnificent animals like griffon vultures and malayan tigers when they are the most active in the world's first safari park for nocturnal animal, home to over 25000 animals of 137 species, of which 38% are threatened. The sheer popularity of the Night Safari is reflected by the 9 times that it was awarded Singapore Tourism Board's Best Visitor Attraction Experience, drawing more than 1. read more »

Planning on taking the bus to Sentosa? Hop into a cable car instead! The 1.6 kilometre ride starts from Mount Faber and offers spectacular views of Singapore and Sentosa during the 12-minute journey. With the cabin's 360° panoramic windows, the cable car ride offers you scenic views of the Singapore's skyline, the harbour and Sentosa. read more »

The Singapore Grand Prix is held in the Marina Bay area of Singapore. The track is 5.073 km (3. read more »

Located almost in the heart of Singapore, Singapore River is a 3.2 kilometres long river that has been serving and played an important role for Singapore for more than 150 years now. There is a Singapore Stone at the river mouth with inscriptions that date back to 1819 which is an evidence of Singapore's humble beginnings. read more »

Bored and looking for something to do? Visit the EXPO, where something is always going on in one of those halls. As the top-ranked venue in Asia and also the largest purpose-built MICE facility in Singapore, the EXPO is sure to keep you entertained. A variety of events are held here every now and then in its 123,000 square metres of indoor and outdoor space, drawing over 6 million visitors every year for over 600 events. read more »

If you’re looking for delicately made Chinese porcelain, pretty souvenirs or an exclusive hand-knotted silk carpet, you’ll find all that and more at the Singapore Handicraft Centre at Chinatown Point. Located in the middle of China Town, there is a wide variety of unique Chinese artefacts and curios available at the Singapore Handicraft Centre. Gemstones, traditional horn combs, wood cravings, embroidery, fine pottery, antiques, bronze works as well as paintings that is locally made is sold at a reasonable price throughout the four levels of Chinatown Point. read more »

The Admiral Cheng Ho Singapore Harbour Dinner Cruise offers visitors an unforgettable experience onboard the replica of the impressive Royal Ship that the famous Admiral Cheng Ho once travelled on. Surrounded by the lights all over Sentosa west of the cruise, the Admiral Cheng Ho Singapore Harbour Dinner Cruise cruises along the Singapore River, providing a romantic atmosphere amidst the bight lights and the soothing breeze. As the sun sets, visitors get to enjoy their dinner with the international buffet, drawing the enchanting evening to a close. read more »

Universal Studios Singapore is a theme park located within Resorts World Sentosa on Sentosa Island. It is the second Universal Studios theme park to open in Asia (Japan being the first), and the first in Southeast Asia. read more »

Ever wonder what it’s like to have a bird’s eye view of the entire city, soaring with the clouds above? Forgo the many years of pilot training and hop on board the Flight Experience Singapore! First of its kind in Asia, this flight simulator puts you in the seat of a real pilot. Strap into the captain’s seat, step on the rudder pedals, take control of the thrust leavers and control, and take control of the plane. You get to take instructions from the Air Traffic Control, move on the runway, and take off like a real pilot. read more »

Rated as one of the best zoos in the world, the Singapore Zoo is a must-see when visiting Singapore, drawing 1.6 million visitors per year. It boasts of Southeast Asia's largest wildlife collection, home to more than 2,000 creatures, 40 of which are endangered. read more »

Opened in January 1996, the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) aims to preserve and present the art histories and contemporary art practices of Singapore and the Southeast Asian region, particularly the visual arts. Boasting one of the world's largest public collection of modern and contemporary Southeast Asian artworks and being the first international-standard museum specializing in art, the Singapore Art Museum is integral to Singapore's vision to being a global city for the arts. It collaborates with leading international museums to showcase both local and local and international art practices, as well as cutting edge art expressions, hoping to bring about a confluence of ideas and international flows of ideas and resources for a dynamic arts scene. read more »

Alkaff Bridge is a pedestrian bridge that spans the Singapore River at Robertson Quay. The Alkaff Bridge, 55 metres in length, is shaped like a ‘tongkang’ or a light boat that were used commonly in the olden days to carry goods along rivers. The bridge is named after a remarkable Arabian family, the Alkaffs, who were among the wealthiest in Singapore during the early 20th century. read more »

One of Singapore's most historic landmarks, Fort Canning Park is on a hill, the place form which Malay Kings once ruled as Singapore evolved into a bustling trading hub in the 19th century. The hill was instrumental in Singapore's war efforts during World War II, with numerous military buildings located there, such as the Battle Box. The Battle Box holds special significance in the history of Singapore, being the place where the British made the decision to surrender Singapore to the Japanese. read more »

One of the most famous hotels in Singapore, Raffles Hotel had humble origins, beginning as a 10-room bungalow on Singapore's beach road in 1887. The colonial-style architecture of and lush tropical gardens exude an atmosphere of timeless elegance, complete with its nostalgic charm. Apart from the luxurious accomodation that Raffles Hotel offers, it also provides lots of recreational opportunities. read more »

Toa Payoh Lor 5 Hawker Centre is one of the many hawker centres in Singapore that has managed to make its appearance either on televisions, online or even in the newspapers. The best few hawker stalls are located here, which makes it one of the most favourite hawker centres among the locals. In addition, it is also one of the places that tourists would come over, just to try all kinds of delicious local delicacies that Singapore is famous for. read more »

With one of Singapore's two casinos, a Universal Studios theme park and the Marine Life Park, this integrated resort is undoubtedly the largest attraction on the island of Sentosa. It also contains a number of internationally renown fine dining options and six hotels, totalling some 1800 rooms. The Universal Studios Singapore is the very first Universal Studio in Asia. read more »

One of Singapore's most famous landmarks, the Prima Tower Revolving Restaurant remains as the only revolving eatery in Singapore. Offering diners a panoramic view of Sentosa Island while they enjoy course after course of delectable creations by Hong Kong Master Chef Chan, this restaurant is one of the most prestegious in all of Singapore. read more »

Tantalise your taste buds with excellent Thai cuisine at Sukothai Restaurant. Tastefully decorated in traditional Thai fashion with magnificent art pieces, this highly acclaimed restaurant also offers outdoor dining that affords patrons breathtaking views of Empress Place and the Singapore River. Known as the little gem by the Singapore River, Sukhothai restaurant has courteous and helpful staff and delicious food which are reasonably priced. read more »

As Singapore’s first independent contemporary arts centre, The Substation presents and co-presents a wide range of artists and programmes, featuring traditionally trained dancers to local rock bands, short film festivals, established visual artists to young poets, experimental theatre to seminal conferences on Singapore arts and culture. The Substation boasts a 120-seat theaterette, a gallery, a dance studio, two multifunction rooms, a garden courtyard for performances. It has grew to become an alternative space for the arts for young local artists. read more »

Revel in the epitome of luxury and take in the awe-inspiring views of Singapore at City Space. Helmed as one of the 50 Best Bars in the World according to The Sunday Times (UK), City Space is a haven of sophistication and relaxing vibes, best known for its innovative cocktails, extravagant spirit selections and impeccable service. read more »

A lemon grass plantation in the past, Geylang is the traditional domain of Singapore's Muslim population; the congregation of Malay, Indonesian and Arab communities. It continues to evoke the atmosphere of old Singapore with its lanes of thriving market trading, with shops hawking wares like gems from Burma, spices from India, rattan products from Indonesia, all musked in the scent of Arabian perfume that permeates the air. Geylang is a good place to learn about Malay Culture, with the distinctly Malay Geylang Serai Market, the Malay Village, as well as a few mosques in the area. read more »

Singapore Ideal Backpackers Hostel offers budget accommodation for budget-conscious tourists, with an emphasis on providing visitors with a clean and comfortable stay. Service is also great here, with the super friendly staff always keen to lend a helping hand to address the needs of visitors. Those lacking ideas of what to do can simply approach the counter to find out more, such as getting suggestions on the best restaurants nearby or where to go to enjoy Singapore's vibrant nightlife. read more »

Constructed with the aim to cater to tourists seeking cheaper accommodation, the management of Mercury Backpackers' Hostel actually personally surveyed numerous Backpackers Hostels in Singapore before setting it up to ensure a better accommodation environment. These efforts are clearly reflected in the set up of Mercury Backpackers' Hostel, the largest backpackers' hostel in the vicinity of Lavender Street of Singapore. Strategically located in the heart of Singapore, it makes it convenient for its residents to get to other areas, with Lavender MRT just a 2-3 minute walk away. read more »

Billed as the world's most expensive standalone casino property, Singapore's Marina Bay Sands also features a 2,561-room five-star hotel, museum, convention-exhibition centre and massive shopping mall featuring top international brands like Prada, Gucci, Hermès and Emporio Armani. Also visit the Sands Skypark which is perched on the top of the 55-storey towers. It contains a 146-metre infinity edge swimming pool, rooftop restaurants, lush gardens and offers a breathtaking 360 degree bird's eye view of Singapore. read more »

Borne in December 1996, Hooters Singapore, The Fun American Neighbourhood Restaurant is the first International Hooters store and also the first in Asia. Enjoy a spectacular dining experience at this successful American franchise, with the choice to dine on the 'lily-pads' (cost alfresco area with a great view by the Singapore River) or head indoors for endless entertainment. Hooters is also well known for its cheerleader girls who dazzle with their dances and Hula-Hoop feat. read more »

Located just 15 minutes from the city, Sentosa boasts an exciting array of themed attractions, award-winning spa retreats, golden sandy beaches, lush green rainforests, world-renowned golf courses, a deep-water yachting marina, luxurious residences and resort accommodations, living up to its billing as Asia’s Favourite Playground. It is Asia’s leading leisure destination, a vibrant place in line with Singapore's vision to be a global destination to work, live and play. One main attraction here would be Singapore's first integrated resort, Resorts World™ Sentosa, which operates South East Asia’s first Universal Studios theme park. read more »

Jumbo Seafood is a famous restaurant chain specializing in seafood, with various outlets all over Singapore. The most famous dish would be the chili crab, a popular dish in Singapore. The giant crab is soaked in creamy spicy sauce that leaves one craving for more, and goes great with a bowl of fragrant rice. read more »

The hawker centres in Singapore may look the same throughout, but Chomp Chomp Hawker Centre, surprisingly, will give some of the best experience yet. Albeit stalls lining on both the left and on the right like many other hawker centres, there is this weird sensation in diners that somehow all the stalls will have the nicest local delicacies around. There will be a momentary urge to order every dish from every single stall. read more »

Situated adjacent to Raffles Hotel, CHIJMES (pronounced “chimes”) stands out with its beautiful Neo-Classical architectural style, with its green lawns, spatial courtyards and marble waterfalls providing it with its unique rustic charm. Once a convent school (its name stands for the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus), CHIJMES is now restored for commercial purposes, becoming one of Singapore's most aesthetically-pleasing dining and entertainment venues. Premier F&B establishments have flocked to CHIJMES due to its sophisticated ambience, central location and rich history. read more »

The Changi Museum is dedicated to honor the spirit and commitment of the Prisoners-of-War (POWs) and civilian internees who died in Singapore during World War II, inspiring future generations to appreciate the heroics and sacrifice of these people during the painful years in Singapore's past. The Changi Museum displays several exhibits that brings that period to life, depicting the day-to-day horror experienced by the Prisoners of War back then. There are W. read more »

Part of the Shangri-la group, the 5-star Traders Hotel sits in a prime location along Singapore's famous orchard road. This strategic location allows visitors to easily explore several of the main tourists sights in Singapore. Traders Hotel is also a great place for accommodation for both business travellers as well as holiday-makers, being surrounded by luxury retail shops, restaurants and cafes, and is also witihin walking distance to the embassy district. read more »

Looking for a magnificent temple to visit in Singapore? Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery in Toa Payoh would be the best place to go and is the oldest temple in Singapore. Occupying 40,000 square metres, this national monument of a Buddhist temple was completed in 1908 and in remembrance of Buddha's birth and death. After 11 years of restoration, Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery has reopened and visitors will be greeted by a gateway that is elaborately decorated to depict the magnificence of this national beauty. read more »

Victoria Concert Hall is located at the heart of the colonial district, an impressive building with neoclassical architecture and a stunning interior, gazetted as a national monument in 1992. It holds a prominent place in Singapore's cultural scene, being a spacious yet intimate place perfect for musicians and music lovers. Renowned musicians that have graced the hall over the years include the Emerson Phiharmonic, Pianist Alfred Cortot and cellist Mstislav Rostropovich, just to name a few. read more »

City Harvest Church, the megachurch in Singapore, is founded in 1989 by Kong Hee. Just in the month of December 2010 alone, there was an average of over 23k attendees to City Harvest Church. The performances choreographed and written by City Harvest Church are one of a kind, using humour and the several cultural practices of Singaporeans to make the performances more interesting and interactive at the same time. read more »

Built in the early 1880s and located on the northwestern tip of Sentosa Island, Fort Siloso was part of Singapore's coastal defence, with guns that were used to fire at the incoming Japanese troops during their invasion of Singapore on 8 February 1942. Today, the military facility has been converted into a military museum and is home to the nation's largest collection of World War II memorabilia. It is the only complete fort in Singapore, and is a popular tourist attraction at Sentosa Island. read more »

Built around 1895, Baba House is a gift from Ms Agnes Tan to the National University of Singapore and was officially opened in September 2008. Once the ancestral home of a prominent Straits Chinese family, it is one of the few remaining architectural icons of Peranakan culture in Singapore and also the first Peranakan heritage house that has been restored to the splendor of its heydays in the early twentieth century. Housing an enviable collection of original Peranakan artifacts, Baba House provides an intimate authenticity unmatched by museums. read more »

Perhaps the most recognisable retail icon in Singapore, Tangs Orchard thrills shoppers with its wide range of merchandise, from beauty products to electronic gadgets. It houses many famous brand names as well as lesser known foreign brands. As part of the Orchard road's retail belt, it displays colourful decorations and lights during festive seasons like Chinese New Year and Christmas. read more »

As the region's first museum to present a broad yet integrated perspective of Asian culture ad history, Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) aims to promote a better understanding of the rich cultures underlying Singapore's multi-ethnic society. With its elaborate displays and interactive exhibits, the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) goes beyond the last 200 years of Singapore's history, tracing the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans by region. Thus, its collections centres on the material cultures of different groups originating from China, Southeast Asia, South Asia and West Asia. read more »

The River Safari started out as a simple aquarium exhibit. In 1996, the idea of the aquarium was to simply complement Singapore Zoo by having an extensive collection of fish and aquatic plants which will at the same time, make full use of the entire freshwater surroundings in that area. However, over the years, the idea was just not good enough as more ideas were thrown in by the management that seem to be better than one another each time. read more »

The Malay Village is located in Geylang Serai, the social centre of Singapore's Malay community since the past, with its name said to be derived from a lemon grass factory 'Kilang Serai' in the once agricultural area known for the fragrant lemon grass (Serai). The lemon grass was grown as a cash crop by the Malays in Singapore back then. The Malay-Muslim character of Geylang Serai is also reflected by the presence of several mosques. read more »

Constructed under Fort Canning, the Battle Box Museum consists of 22 rooms that are bomb-proof, equipped with the unique ability to recycle the air supply. It is originally the underground command centre of the British during the Second World War. As the place where the British forces surrendered Singapore to the Japanese, the Battle Box Museum is one of the most historical sites in Singapore. read more »

As one of the busiest airports in the world, this multi-award winning aviation hub caters to over a hundred airlines operating some 6100 weekly flights worldwide. Its terminals are spacious and equipped with an array of facilities, such as a medical centre, business centre, restaurants, supermarkets, accommodation as well as a host of leisure facilities perfect for the jet-lagged visitor. Also among the safest airports, the Singapore Changi Airport is well-known for service excellence and frequently upgrades it numerous innovative features to ensure that travellers continue to enjoy the highest possible level of satisfaction. read more »

Housed in a restored 1920s shophouse, Betel Box Backpackers Hostel is a cosy and air-conditioned hostel that offers comfortable dormitory accommodation, with other facilities like dining and lounge areas, internet terminals and a mini-library. It is just walking distance to the most popular park in Singapore, East Coast Park, where visitors can enjoy a host of recreational activities such as swimming, biking and rollerblading. The Hostel organizes various tours in the district around the hostel, such as its Foods Tour and free tours like its Pubcrawl by Singapore River, Nature Walk and City-by-the-Water Cycling Tour. read more »

Located on the southern end of Singapore, Labrador Park is an ideal spot not only for couples to enjoy a romantic time together, but also a good place for the younger generation to learn more about the history of what happened to Singapore during the Japanese Occupation. Being designated as a nature reserve, Labrador Park used to be a rocky beach at low tide, and now, since land reclamation has taken place, it is seen as a park. Furthermore, being a designated nature reserve, it has also a large variety of wildlife and has recorded more than 11 species of butterflies. read more »

Malay Heritage Centre is located within the same grounds of Istana Kampong Glam, also known as the palace of the former sultan. Malay Heritage Centre comprises of nine galleries which are housed on both floors of the Istana Kampong Glam which will tell the story of the Malays in Singapore from the early days. Visitors will learn about their roots, struggles, aspirations and most importantly, their roles in the process of nation-building. read more »

Located at Sentosa, Spa Botanica is reputed as Singapore's first garden destination spa, boasting Asia's first mud pools, float pools with cascading waterfalls and meditation labyrinths. One of the top spas in Singapore, it is certainly not lacking in accolades, having snagged the Best Luxury Resort Spa and Best Luxury Destination Spa by the World Luxury Spa Awards 2011, Best Getaway in Harper’s Bazaar Spa Awards 2011 and sixth in Condé Nast Traveller UK Readers’ Spa Awards 2008 - Top Ten Day Spas (Overseas). With its concept of a botanical garden, Spa Boatanica's offers visitors a unique spa experience amidst lush greenery. read more »

Searching for a cheap yet fun way to cool yourself down in the hot climate of Singapore? Jurong East Swimming Complex would be one of the best places to choose from. This is one of the more popular public swimming complex in Singapore. Not only will you find a competition pool measuring 50 metres in length, there is also a toddlers pool, wave pool and a lazy river. read more »

The largest water theme park in Singapore, Wild Wild Wet, is the best place for the whole family to spend quality time with. Since Singapore is hot and humid in its climate almost everyday, Wild Wild Wet is naturally a hot spot for locals as well as tourists to come and cool themselves down. This water theme park features nine distinctive rides and facilities, from the ones where the entire family can have fun together at ease, to those that will send your adrenaline rushing through your spines. read more »

One of the most popular hangouts for the youth in Singapore, Far East Plaza attracts many with its range of inexpensive retail outlets and eateries. Visit on a weekend and you will find yourself rubbing shoulders with the young crowd enjoying some retail therapy after a week of school. The levels of Far East Plaza are jam packed with stores selling shoes, clothes and all kinds of accessories at great prices. read more »

Housing both international and local designer label boutiques, Palais Renaissance is the place to go for shoppers looking for high fashion products. It is popular among wealthy locals and the expatriate community in Singapore, featuring endearing favourites such as DKNY, Valentino and Jim Thompson amidst many others. read more »

Along the Marina Boulevard is the The Promontory @ Marina Bay, an interim event and public space for family-friendly activities such as theatres and carnivals. Within walking distance to many other attractions like the Esplanade and Marina Bay Sands, it is a spectacular vantage point where one can admire the magnificent Singapore skyline. read more »

Being the largest paintball arena in Singapore, the Red Dynasty Paintball Park is the perfect place to cater to your desire of wanting to compete with your friends in shooting, or to plainly satisfy your need to have a game of paintball. read more »

With its world class toy collection unrivaled in Asia, Mint Museum of Toys holds the boasting rights of having toys consolidated from over 40 countries, including Japan, UK, USA, Germany, Singapore and even Bulgaria. Vintage toys, tin boxes and enamel signs are abound here, and visitors would be amazed by the over 50,000 pieces on display in collection that ranges from the mid-19th century to the mid 20th century. read more »

With high accessibility due to its direct linkage to Dhoby Ghaut MRT interchange, Plaza Singapura is one of the most popular malls in Singapore. Managed by CapitaLand and owned by CapitaMall Trust, Plaza Singapura has seven floors of retail outlets, and two basements. Anchor tenants include John Little, Marks & Spencer, Best Denki, Spotlight, Yamaha, Carrefour and Golden Village. read more »

Lower Pierce Trail brings you through one of Singapore’s last remaining mature secondary forests. It consists of a boardwalk that guides you through the forest then along the edge of the Reservoir. You will be able to see a wide range of aquatic creatures and also enjoy the scenic view of the wildlife. read more »

Prominently featured in Singapore's main shopping belt, The Paragon is fronted by top international brands like Gucci, Prada, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tod's and Miu Miu. With a wide range of retaillers selling all kinds of merchandise, there will surely be something for everyone here. Apart from merchandise, basement one offers a range of Asian and International cuisine, with famous restaurants such as Din Tai Fung,, Shimbashi Soba, Soup Restaurant, Kaffir & Lime by ThaiExpress and Tambuah Mas Indonesian Restaurant. read more »

Perhaps the most elegant pedestrian bridge in Singapore, this 274 metre long walkway connects Mount Faber park to Telok Blangah Hill Park. The bridge gets its name from the curved wooden ribs that brace the structure 36 metres above Henderson Road, providing excellent photo opportunities of the surrounding rainforest. Common activities on this bridge include jogging or simply taking a stroll. read more »

The oldest and the largest Hindu temple in Singapore, Sri Mariamman Temple was originally a wood and attap structure dating back to the 17th century, when Indian pioneer Naraina Pillay arrived with Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, famed for her healing powers in epidemic diseases. Based on South Indian temple architecture, Sri Mariamman Temple was designed and crafted by unknown craftsmen from India, and functioned as a refuge for new immigrants in the early days. read more »

Dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kali, the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple derived its name, with the name “Veeramakaliamman” meaning the Courageous Mother Kali. It is one of the oldest Hindu temples in Singapore, and served as the centre of early Indian sociocultural activities, constructed by early Tamil labourers in the 1855 in accordance to their belief never to live in a country without a place of worship. The Gopuram or tower of Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple is mounted with statues of various Hindu statues and constructed to be seen from a distance to enable Hindus to say prayers from afar. read more »

Being one of the hottest hangout place for youths of Singapore, the Butter Factory is a bold amalgamation of hip hop, R&B, contemporary vibes and graffiti art. It is moved to a new location at One Fullerton and has always been a popular place to spend your nightlife. With the loud party music blasting across two rooms, it will definitely be the best place to get wild with your friends and show off your awesome dance moves. read more »

Located in the south of Singapore, Sisters' Island comprises Subar Laut and Subar Darat, two small islands separated by a thin strip of sea. The name Sisters' Islands is derived from the legend in which two closely bonded sisters had drowned, and two islands emerged at the spot of the tragedy. It is possible to wade from one island to another when the tide is low. read more »

A component of the Asian Civilizations Museum, the Peranakan Museum at 39 Armenian Street presents a Southeast Asian-wide view of Peranakan culture, displaying its rich material legacy and heritage. The Peranakan Museum houses the world's finest and most comprehensive collection of Peranakan artefacts, enhanced by state-of-the-art display technology. With its 10 permanent galleries, visitors get to explore the main themes of Peranakan life, such as the elaborate 12-day Peranakan wedding, the role of the Nonyas, prominent Peranakans in Singapore's history, Peranakan food, as well as how modern-day Peranakans have evolved with their culture. read more »

Located within the Marina Centre subzone of the Downtown Core Planning Area, Millenia Walk is an upscale mall defined by a wide spacious layout brightened with a refreshing burst of colour. There are a variety of lifestyle shops here, specialising in an eclectic array of products and services. Millenia Walk also well known for housing Singapore's best collection of luxury watch retailers, such as Cortina Watch Escape Boutique, Asia's largest watch gallery. read more »

Originally known as Pulau Tembakul (Malay for a kind of fish), Kusu Island means Tortoise Island in Chinese, based on the legend that a magical tortoise turned itself into an island to save a Chinese and a Malay fishermen both shipwrecked in a storm. In fact, the island was originally shaped something like a turtle's back, but its shape has since altered a little due to reclamation. A small 8. read more »