Going to Singapore Soon? Here Are the Places You Should Totally Visit

Singapore’s tourism industry is one of the city-island's key economic engines. The Lion City continues to attract millions of tourists every year as holiday-makers splurge on luxury hotels, high-end malls, and fine dining restaurants. 

Aside from Singapore’s rich history and multi-faceted culture, tourists flock to the city-island because of its clean surroundings and people-friendly public transportation. Foreigners also won’t get lost here as most locals speak English.

If you’re looking for ideas on where to go and what to do, here are the must-visit places in Singapore.

Marina Bay Sands

Opened in 2010, Marina Bay Sands is one of the must-visit places in Singapore. This iconic hotel features world-class suites and an infinity pool where you can indulge in a luxurious lifestyle and get mesmerized by the gorgeous city skyline. Marina Bay Sands also houses lavish restaurants, boutiques, and other attractions.

Singapore Flyer

Measuring 116 meters in height, the Singapore Flyer is the second-biggest Ferris wheel in the world. From above, you can experience the breathtaking view of the entire city, including the Marina Bay Sands, Merlion Park, and Singapore River. It is also possible to get a sight of Malaysia and Indonesia if the skies are clear enough.

If you’re willing to pay an additional fee, the attraction serves dinner inside the AC-ready capsules. It is recommended to ride the Singapore flyer at night or before sunset. It is open every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM and the ticket price ranges from S$21 to S$33.

Gardens by the Bay

Located in Marina Bay Sands, the 250-acre nature park features botanical, cultural, and educational attractions. During the day, you can discover various plant species and tropical views at the Dragonfly and Kingfisher Lakes and Cloud Forest Conservatory.

Clarke Quay

If you prefer to explore the city at night, Clarke Quay is the best place to visit in Singapore. You can enjoy the river views while dining or relaxing on the boat cruise. You can also ride the thrilling G-Max Reverse Bungy.

Other tourist spots you can visit are the rainbow-colored structure of Old Hill Street Police Station, as well as Cavenagh Bridge, Fort Canning Park, Hong San See Temple, and many more.

Chinatown

Home to one of the city-island's cultural treasures, Chinatown is a must-visit place in Singapore. You can explore the traditional temples located here including Sri Mariamman Temple and Thian Hock Keng Temple.

If you get hungry, Chinatown has the best hawker center in Singapore where you can eat authentic Asian dishes.

Sentosa Island

Popularly called the “State of Fun,” Sentosa Island offers pristine tourist attractions consisting of beaches and tropical landscapes. You can have an under-the-sea trip at the S.E.A Aquarium or have your picture taken with wax figures of celebrities at Madame Tussauds. For a more exciting adventure, try indoor skydiving at iFly Singapore.

Universal Studios Singapore

Designed for kids and kids-at-heart, Universal Studios Singapore is a wonderland of attractions. Some of the must-have experiences are:

• Battlestar Galactica Ride
• Fireworks display
• Jurassic World
• Lights, Camera, Action! with Steven Spielberg
• Waterworld Stunt Show
• Street parade and performances from your favorite Sesame Street characters