A Day in Singapore: A City Adventure

  1. 9:00AM: Gardens by the Bay
    Located just beside Marina Reservoir, this futuristic horticultural park is a leading attraction in Singapore with its award-winning Supertrees that stand high as vertical gardens. It also provides stunning views of the harbor and the city skyline.
    Est. time from previous activity: 20 min
    Est. distance from previous activity: 3.5 km
  2. 11:00AM: Merlion Park and Marina Bay Sands
    A Must-See iconic photo-taking place for tourist. located at One Fullerton, the Merlion is one of Singapore's most recognizable landmarks, with the lion-fish sculptures spouting water into the Bay. A 5-minute walk leads to the Marina Bay Sands, a luxurious hotel with observation deck that lets you view the entire city landscape.
    Est. time from previous activity: 40 min
    Est. distance from previous activity: 1.8 km
  3. 1:00PM: Chinatown Street Markets and Hawker Centres
    Here's a place to enjoy delicious local foods. Visit Chinatown Street Markets and take a stroll along the colorful streets and experience the bustling atmosphere. Then visit one of Singapore's most famous Hawker Centers- Maxwell Road Hawker Centre, and experience familiar local dishes such as chicken rice, Hainanese curry rice, and laksa, at really low prices.
    Est. time from previous activity: 50 min
    Est. distance from previous activity: 2.8 km
  4. 3:00PM: Singapore Flyer
    Towering above the city skyline, the Singapore Flyer is the world's second tallest observation wheel that offers breathtaking panoramic views of Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay, and even as far as nearby islands of Malaysia and Indonesia.
    Est. time from previous activity: 30 min
    Est. distance from previous activity: 2 km
  5. 5:00PM: Orchard Road
    End your day by shopping at Orchard Road, which is the retail and entertainment hub of Singapore. Orchard Road features a wide range of international designer stores, souvenir shops, and restaurants.
    Est. time from previous activity: 45 min
    Est. distance from previous activity: 4 km

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gardens by the Bay (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Merlion Park and Marina Bay Sands (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Chinatown Street Markets and Hawker Centres (1-2 hours, SG$10-20)
  • Singapore Flyer (30 min-1 hour, SG$33)
  • Orchard Road (1-2 hours, Free-Expensive)

  • Total Estimated Costs: SG$43-53

Useful Tips

If you have extra time and energy, don't miss the chance to visit Sentosa Island, a Singaporean island resort accessible via cable car or monorail. It features Universal Studios Singapore, Casino, Adventure Cove Waterpark, and more. However, prioritize your sightseeing activities based on your interests and come up with a comfortable travel pace.

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