7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Singapore

  1. Day 1: Gardens by the Bay
    30 minutes (11.2 km) from Changi Airport

    Marvel at the futuristic Supertrees and explore the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest at this stunning nature park.

  2. Day 2: Merlion Park and Marina Bay Sands
    10 minutes (3.7 km) from Gardens by the Bay

    Take a selfie with the iconic half-lion, half-fish Merlion statue and enjoy free light and water show at the Marina Bay Sands.

  3. Day 3: Chinatown and Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
    20 minutes (4.2 km) from Merlion Park

    Experience the vibrant culture of Chinatown and visit the sacred Buddha Tooth Relic Temple. Try authentic street food for lunch.

  4. Day 4: Sentosa Island and Universal Studios
    40 minutes (16.4 km) from Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

    Enjoy the beach, Sentosa Boardwalk, and Universal Studios. Be amazed by the thrilling rides and entertainment at the world-class theme park.

  5. Day 5: Haw Par Villa and Clarke Quay
    30 minutes (14.3 km) from Sentosa Island

    Take a deep dive into the mythology and legends of Asia at the quirky Haw Par Villa. Enjoy dinner and nightlife at bustling Clarke Quay.

  6. Day 6: Little India and Singapore Botanic Gardens
    20 minutes (7.1 km) from Clarke Quay

    Visit colorful Little India and get a glimpse of Indian culture and temples. Take a relaxing stroll at the UNESCO-listed Botanic Gardens.

  7. Day 7: Kampong Glam and Arab Street
    20 minutes (4.6 km) from Botanic Gardens

    Wander around hip Kampong Glam and admire the historic Sultan Mosque. Shop for souvenirs at Arab Street and grab a delicious kebab for lunch.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gardens by the Bay (3 hours, free entry)
  • Merlion Park (1 hour, free entry)
  • Marina Bay Sands light and water show (30 minutes, free entry)
  • Chinatown (2 hours, free entry)
  • Buddha Tooth Relic Temple (1 hour, free entry)
  • Sentosa Island (whole day, $5 Sentosa Boardwalk, $81 Universal Studios ticket)
  • Haw Par Villa (2 hours, free entry)
  • Clarke Quay (3 hours, free entry)
  • Little India (2 hours, free entry)
  • Singapore Botanic Gardens (2 hours, free entry)
  • Kampong Glam (2 hours, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $86

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day trip to the neighboring island of Pulau Ubin or explore the trendy Tiong Bahru area. For those with less time, skip Sentosa Island or Little India if necessary.

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