Singapore DESTINATION GUIDE
No matter how many times you visit Singapore, there is always something new to discover. We recommend that you conquer the below attractions, nature parks and museums without a tour guide. They are all easily accessible and self explanatory. To make the most of your time in Singapore book one or two tours with us, to immerse yourself in the culture, customs and history, and then add in a few of the below DIY visits. Short on time? Check out our Top Picks in each category.
Attractions | Museums | Nature Parks |
ATTRACTIONS
Visitors to Singapore will find lush greenery, world-class theme parks, iconic waterfront attractions and the world’s first night safari park!
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Southeast Asia’s first Hollywood movie theme park, Universal Studios Singapore™, features an enticing selection of attractions, rides, and entertainment for families and thrill-seekers.
Hop on the Skyline Luge Sentosa for a unique go-kart experience, but not before taking the Skyride chairlift to the top of the Luge track, where a stunning view of Sentosa awaits.
Since its opening in 1973, the award-winning Singapore Zoo has established itself as a world-class wildlife park that houses more than 2,400 animals, many of which roam freely in naturalistic habitats.
Enter and explore the marine realm of S.E.A. Aquarium™ with more than 100,000 marine animals from over 1,000 species, across 50 different habitats, each one as fascinating as the next. Unique experiences await visitors
In the heart of this City in a Garden, the Gardens’ conservatories are a tranquil oasis. The Flower Dome contains a diverse range of plants from the Mediterranean and semi-arid subtropical regions, as well as flower field displays that change seasonally.
Groups can start the evening with dinner at Jungle Rotisserie while enjoying Thumbuakar Performance, a heart-thumping fire show.
The award-winning Jurong Bird Park is Asia’s largest bird paradise and is home to approximately 3,500 birds across 400 species.
Seven thrilling water rides, such as Pipeline Plunge, will get heart rates up while dropping visitors down an elevated chute and then sending them careening down banked turns, radical twists, and dips before splashing out in a pool of water.
MUSEUMS
Singapore is home to world class museums across arts, history and culture. Below are our recommendations.
Through three intertwining narratives on Japanese aggression, British defenses and how civilians in Singapore were caught up in the larger forces of imperial struggle and war, the exhibition showcases fresh perspectives on the fall of Singapore.
Located in the heart of the Civic District, National Gallery Singapore is a state- of-the-art facility that oversees the world’s largest public collection of modern Southeast Asian art from the 19th century to the present. Housed in two of the nation’s most historic monuments
A must-visit for visitors who are keen to learn about the rich heritage and culture of Singapore’s Malay community.
Discover connections between South Asia and Southeast Asia, and gain a better understanding of the Indian community in Singapore.
Built-in 1937, named after the brothers behind the famous Tiger Balm, Haw Par Villa is a unique Asian cultural park, the last of its kind in the world.
Chinatown Heritage Centre is where visitors can trace the footsteps of Singapore’s early pioneers and discover the personal stories of people who made Chinatown their home.
Constructed in 1936, it served as an underground command centre for British-led troops in Singapore during World War II.
The Asian Civilisations Museum is the only museum in the region devoted to exploring the rich artistic heritage of Asia
NATURE PARKS
Delve into the island’s impressive network of gardens, parks, and nature reserves.
Singapore’s first ASEAN Heritage Park, Sungei Buloh is home to rich biodiversity. There are numerous walking trails and wheelchair-accessible paths throughout the 202-hectare nature reserve, and visitors can discover its native inhabitants such as otters, crabs, water snakes, and monitor lizards.
Known as a green lung in the centre of Singapore, the Central Catchment Nature Reserve is the island’s largest reserve with more than 2,000 hectares of forest cover, supporting an extensive ecosystem of biodiversity.
Spend an evening cruising around the Southern Islands of Singapore on Hello! Singapore 3-hour public sunset sail that runs every Tuesdays
The Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG), with its 82 hectares of lush landscapes, photogenic pavilions and sculptural landmarks, is Singapore’s first UNESCO heritage site.
Rich in history, the Rail Corridor is testimony to Singapore’s longstanding relationship with its neighbouring country, Malaysia. Trains used to shuttle cargo between both countries, via the Tanjong Pagar Railway Station and the Woodlands Train Checkpoint.
Tucked away in a corner of Pulau Ubin— an island off mainland Singapore—is an approximately 100-hectare wetlands teeming with wildlife.
Offering spaces for recreational cycling, rollerblading, fishing, skating, and dining, East Coast Park is themed ‘Recreation for All’ with leisure activities for every type of visitor.
Fort Siloso was built in the late 19th century to protect Singapore from sea invasions. Today, it stands as a historical site with a wealth of World War II memorabilia including coastal guns and the remains of fortified military structures and tunnels.
The iconic 18-hectare park is steeped in history: Sir Stamford Raffles, the founder of modern Singapore, built a bungalow on Fort Canning Hill, and it became the home of subsequent colonial governors