Singapore Escape

3 cities | 23 attraction(s) | total distance 118 km

TIPS

This guide presents Singapore as a modern, safe city-state, perfect for a 3 to 5-day trip. Must-see places: - Marina Bay & Marina Bay Sands: futuristic skyline, panoramic view from the SkyPark, nighttime light show, and Merlion Park. - Gardens by the Bay: Cloud Forest and Flower Dome conservatories, Supertrees with evening sound and light show. - Sentosa: leisure island with beaches, bars, Universal Studios, aquarium, upscale hotels with pools, accessible by metro, monorail, or cable car. - Colonial District (Civic District): Raffles Hotel (Singapore Sling cocktail), colonial buildings, museums, riverside promenade. - Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam: ethnic neighborhoods with temples, markets, street art, Sultan Mosque, traditional hawker centers. - Nature: Botanic Gardens (UNESCO), jungle hikes at MacRitchie or Bukit Timah, zoo and Night Safari. Gastronomy: - Hawker centers: popular and inexpensive food courts (Maxwell, Amoy, Chinatown Complex) to try chicken rice, laksa, chili crab, satay, etc. - Kopitiam: traditional cafes like Killiney Kopitiam, for kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, and local coffee combo. - Snacks and drinks: ice cream 'es potong,' fresh fruit juices in food courts. Suggested itinerary: - 2–3 days: - Day 1: Marina Bay + Gardens by the Bay (night show). - Day 2: Chinatown + Kampong Glam + evening by the river. - Day 3: Sentosa or nature (Botanic Gardens/MacRitchie). - 4–5 days: add a full day at Sentosa and a half-day at Little India + Orchard Road. Practical info: Hot and humid climate year-round, bring light clothing and an umbrella. Very safe city, efficient public transport. Affordable local food, but hotels are typically expensive, especially those with infinity pools. Singapore can be visited year-round, with more rainfall between November and January.

Day1: Clarke Quay Central > Singapore

15 attraction(s) · 47 km

In two to three days, you can discover the must-see attractions of Singapore: start with Marina Bay with its skyscrapers, the waterfront promenade, and the iconic view of the bay. Then proceed to Gardens by the Bay to explore its futuristic gardens and spectacular greenhouses, ending with the nighttime sound and light show of the Supertrees, which offers a magical atmosphere and a breathtaking view of the illuminated city.

Marina Bay Sands Singapore

Luxe hotel offering multiple restaurants & bars, plus bay views, a spa & a rooftop pool.

1 km

SkyPark Observation Deck

Hotel's observation deck on the 57th floor offering panoramic city views & 2 upscale restaurants.

5 km

Mount Faber

4 km

Orchard Road

This well-known, 2.2-km route features shopping malls & boutiques, plus restaurants & luxe hotels.

3 km

Raffles Hotel

1 km

Long Bar

2 km

Singapore River

1 km

The Warehouse Hotel

Fashionable rooms & suites in a 19th-century riverfront hotel offering a refined restaurant & a bar.

2 km

Maxwell Food Centre

Chinatown hawker center with stands selling street food including famous chicken rice & dim sum.

1 km

Amoy Street Food Centre

Hawker center whose endless stalls offer Singaporean fare & more; tables fill up fast at lunchtime.

8 km

MacRitchie Reservoir

Scenic artificial lake with boating, perimeter trails & a public park with a bandstand.

8 km

Night Safari

Night zoo with tram rides and walking trails through rainforest past elephants, tigers & leopards.

1 km

Bird Paradise

14 km

Killiney Kopitiam

2 km

Food Republic @ Shaw House [B1]

Day2: Clarke Quay Central > Southwest > Singapore

14 attraction(s) · 27 km

During this day in Singapore, you will begin by exploring Chinatown with its colorful temples, traditional houses, and bustling markets. Then head to Kampong Glam to discover the Malay and Arab heritage of the area, its majestic Sultan Mosque, and its designer boutiques. In the evening, you'll conclude the journey along the Singapore River, amidst historic quays, illuminated skyscrapers, and a festive atmosphere, ideal for dining or having a drink while enjoying the view.

Marina Bay Sands Singapore

Luxe hotel offering multiple restaurants & bars, plus bay views, a spa & a rooftop pool.

1 km

SkyPark Observation Deck

Hotel's observation deck on the 57th floor offering panoramic city views & 2 upscale restaurants.

1 km

Merlion Park

The 70-ton merlion statue is one of the city's most iconic sights & is located in this park.

2 km

Gardens by the Bay

A network of modern greenhouses & waterfront parks containing super trees lined with solar cells.

1 km

Cloud Forest

Lush vegetation of the tropical highlands & a tall waterfall in a soaring, contemporary greenhouse.

1 km

Flower Dome

Gigantic air-conditioned glass greenhouse offering themed gardens with many exotic plants.

6 km

Sentosa

Vibrant island with sandy beaches, hotels & a casino, plus golf courses, a theme park & aquarium.

1 km

Universal Studios Singapore

Movie amusement park with sets & rides on themes from Hollywood to sci-fi, plus live entertainment.

3 km

Mount Faber

5 km

Raffles Hotel

1 km

Long Bar

2 km

Chinatown

5 km

Singapore Botanic Gardens

82-hectare botanical garden with sculptures, a swan lake & significant collection of tropical trees.

4 km

MacRitchie Reservoir

Scenic artificial lake with boating, perimeter trails & a public park with a bandstand.

Day3: Clarke Quay Central > Southwest > Singapore

15 attraction(s) · 34 km

This 2 to 5-day trip to Singapore offers a comprehensive exploration of the city: a stroll through the colonial center and Chinatown with temple visits and sampling specialties in hawker centers, a spectacular evening walk at Marina Bay with the light show at Gardens by the Bay, immersion in Arab culture at Kampong Glam and Indian culture at Little India, shopping spree at Orchard Road, and if you're staying longer, relaxation at Sentosa (beach, amusement park, aquarium) or exploring tropical nature at the Botanic Gardens or MacRitchie Reservoir.