Singapore Travel Guide
We stopped in Singapore for a few days on our way back from Bali. Everyone I spoke to said it was the perfect place to stop through since you can cross off a lot on your Singapore travel guide. I had heard a lot of great things about Singapore, but honestly did not expect to love it so much.
Seriously, I’m obsessed.
First, it’s a city filled with details that make it SO aesthetically pleasing. There are so many things the city does to "show itself off" and entertain its visitors (light shows, street art, buildings, to name a few).
Second, Singapore is SO clean and beautiful. At one point during our trip, we fully laid down on the cement to watch one of the light shows. But more on that later.
Third, it's definitely a city/country you can see in a very short period of time.
Keep reading for my top 3 must-do's when visiting Singapore. And if you're booking a trip to Singapore and want more help planning, check out my Singapore travel guide.
Top 3 When Visiting Singapore
Gardens By The Bay
Gardens by the Bay is 250 acres of living gardens, with a very futuristic and innovative feel. It really showcases Singapore's commitment to sustainability and greening. During the daytime, we walked through the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome exhibits. Both conservatories showcase a diverse range of flora from around the world, including rare and exotic plants. Cloud Forest was my favorite - a modern greenhouse complete with a massive waterfall. This place is just...amazing and such a cool experience. My husband was obsessed and still talks about how it's one of the coolest things he's been to. Definitely be sure to add this to your Singapore travel guide!
The other main attractions are the Supertree Grove - huge vertical gardens, decorated with foliage and lights that are gorgeous at night. Another cool thing to see is the nightly Garden Rhapsody light & sound show at 7:45p and 8:45p. The show is free, so you literally just walk up and watch. We even decided to lay on the ground and stare up to watch the lights. I know it sounds gross, but I swear Singapore is so clean so it didn't matter!
Lastly, you can also walk along the elevated OCBC Skyway and see gorgeous views of the surrounding gardens and the city.
Stay At The Marina Bay Sands/Swim In Rooftop Infinity Pool
The Marina Bay Sands Hotel is probably one of the most photographed hotels in the world. When we arrived, I felt like I was in a Vegas hotel except without the cigarette smoke + casino game noises (although there actually is a casino in a separate part of the hotel).
This hotel is also famous for the amazing rooftop/infinity pool, which, let's be honest, was the main reason for picking this as a place to stay. You can only access this pool if you're a guest of the hotel. (Note: if you're a guest, make sure everyone in your party has a room key. Otherwise, they will not let you in the pool section.) This hotel is definitely more of a splurge, but worth it in my opinion. If you're looking to get pictures in the pool without 839 people, try getting there first thing in the AM.
Eat At The Hawker Centres
Hawker Centres are basically the equivalent of food courts - a big open-air space with multiple different food shops. They are an integral part of Singapore's food culture, with 100+ Hawker Centres. Anthony Bourdain had raving reviews about a number of stands, specifically at the Maxwell Hawker Centre. First was Fuzhou Oyster Cake, home of the Fried Oyster Cake. The Fried Oyster Cake is literally the only thing on the menu, but it's so good. Anthony Bourdain had a good point. If you've been in business for years, with only one thing on the menu…you must be doing it right. The second place we tried was Tian Tian Hainanese - famous for their Chicken Rice. Lau Pau Sat is another popular Hawker Centre, known for their satay stalls. Experiencing Hawker Centres is another must for your Singapore travel guide.
Looking for more to add to your Singapore travel guide?
If you're traveling to Singapore and don't have time (or patience) to plan, check out my ultimate Singapore travel guide. It includes recommendations for:
»Where to stay
»How to get around
»Top things to do
»Top places to eat & drink
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