Things to do in Singapore

What to see and do in Singapore: a shorter list of 25 experiences, not yet checked against sources.

25 things to do in Singapore

Nature

Stroll among the Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay

Marina Bay

Walk through the vertical gardens and suspended walkway of the Supertree Grove, then witness the nightly Garden Rhapsody light and sound show.

City

Take in the skyline from Marina Bay Sands SkyPark

Marina Bay

Ascend to the 57th-floor observation deck for panoramic views of the city, the port, and the infinity pool edge.

Nature

Wander through the UNESCO-listed Singapore Botanic Gardens

Tanglin

Escape into a 160-year-old tropical garden, home to the National Orchid Garden with thousands of orchid species.

Adventure

Ride the roller coasters at Universal Studios Singapore

Sentosa

Immerse yourself in themed zones from Hollywood to Ancient Egypt, with the duelling coaster Battlestar Galactica as highlight.

Hidden gem

Explore the surreal sculptures of Haw Par Villa

Pasir Panjang

Discover a bizarre outdoor museum depicting Chinese mythology and morality tales, including the vivid Ten Courts of Hell.

Adventure

Spot nocturnal creatures at the Night Safari

Mandai

Ride an open tram through darkened jungle enclosures to see leopards, pangolins, and fishing cats in their active hours.

Culture

Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in Chinatown

Chinatown

Admire Tang-style architecture and a solid gold stupa said to house a tooth of the Buddha, with peaceful rooftop garden.

Culture

Seek blessings at Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple

Little India

Enter this vibrantly painted Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kali, right in the heart of Little India.

Hidden gem

Get lost in Haji Lane's narrow street art and boutiques

Kampong Glam

Pose in front of whimsical murals and browse indie fashion shops in Kampong Glam's hippest back alley.

Food

Feast on iconic chili crab at Jumbo Seafood Riverside Point

Clarke Quay

Crack into saucy, sweet-spicy mud crabs at this riverside outlet, a definitive Singaporean indulgence best eaten with hands.

Food

Queue for legendary Hainanese chicken rice at Tian Tian

Chinatown

Join the line at Maxwell Food Centre for velvety poached chicken and fragrant rice, as endorsed by Michelin and celebrity chefs.

Food

Sizzle over satay at Lau Pa Sat's evening street stall

Downtown Core

As dusk falls, the historic cast-iron market closes its adjacent street for smoky skewers of chicken, beef, and mutton with peanut sauce.

Culture

Step into the lotus-shaped ArtScience Museum

Marina Bay

Explore cutting-edge digital installations and exhibitions blending art, science, and technology at the Marina Bay waterfront.

Culture

Travel through Asia's heritage at the Asian Civilisations Museum

Empress Place

Trace the interwoven stories of China, Southeast Asia, and the Islamic world via exquisite ceramics, textiles, and religious art.

City

Rise above the city on the Singapore Flyer

Marina Centre

Board one of the world's largest observation wheels for a 30-minute spin, offering views reaching Malaysia and Indonesia on clear days.

City

Marvel at the Rain Vortex inside Jewel Changi Airport

Changi

Watch the world's tallest indoor waterfall cascade through a lush terrarium, then stroll the Canopy Park atop the retail complex.

Adventure

Walk the Henderson Waves along the Southern Ridges

Southern Ridges

Cross a wave-shaped wooden bridge 36 metres up, linking hilltops with panoramic views of the harbour and forest canopy.

Adventure

Tread the TreeTop Walk at MacRitchie Reservoir

MacRitchie

Sway on a free-standing suspension bridge 25 metres above the rainforest floor, observing long-tailed macaques and giant monitor lizards.

Adventure

Cycle through the rustic island of Pulau Ubin

Pulau Ubin

Rent a bike and ride past granite quarries and kampong houses, then spot hornbills in the Chek Jawa wetlands.

Nature

Spot crocodiles at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

Lim Chu Kang

Wander boardwalks through mangroves to see wild estuarine crocodiles, mudskippers, and flocks of migratory shorebirds.

City

Shop luxury and futuristic architecture at ION Orchard

Orchard

Explore Singapore's premier shopping belt inside a cutting-edge glass-and-media facade, with a sky deck offering Orchard Road views.

Food

Sip a Singapore Sling at Raffles Hotel Long Bar

City Hall

Recline under banana-leaf fans in the colonial birthplace of the iconic gin cocktail, where you can toss peanut shells on the floor.

Culture

Photograph the pastel Peranakan shophouses of Joo Chiat

Katong/Joo Chiat

Line up the camera along Koon Seng Road to capture rows of intricately tiled, colourful facades unique to this heritage district.

Nature

Relax and cycle along East Coast Park

East Coast

Join locals on this breezy 15-kilometre coastal stretch for beachside cycling, barbecues, and fresh seafood by the sand.

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