9-Day Itinerary for Singapore

  1. Day 1: Gardens by the Bay
    30 minutes (12 km) from Changi Airport via taxi

    Visit the iconic Supertrees and Cloud Forest. Catch the nightly light and sound show at the Supertree Grove.

  2. Day 2: Sentosa Island
    20 minutes (10 km) from Gardens by the Bay via taxi or MRT

    Relax on the beaches, enjoy amusement park rides, or visit the SEA Aquarium. Take the cable car for panoramic views of the island.

  3. Day 3: Chinatown
    20 minutes (8 km) from Sentosa Island via taxi or MRT

    Explore the colorful streets, temples, and traditional shophouses. Try local delicacies at the street food stalls or visit the Chinatown Complex Food Centre.

  4. Day 4: ArtScience Museum
    15 minutes (6 km) from Chinatown via taxi or MRT

    Discover interactive exhibitions on art, science, and technology. Check out the permanent Future World exhibition for a futuristic and immersive experience.

  5. Day 5: Singapore Botanic Gardens
    20 minutes (9 km) from ArtScience Museum via taxi or MRT

    Stroll through the tranquil gardens and see the Orchid Garden. Enjoy a picnic or a concert at the Symphony Lake.

  6. Day 6: Singapore Zoo
    30 minutes (18 km) from Singapore Botanic Gardens via taxi or MRT

    Experience the world-famous Night Safari, or visit during the day to see over 2,800 animals from around the world.

  7. Day 7: Marina Bay Sands
    30 minutes (14 km) from Singapore Zoo via taxi or MRT

    Shop at luxury brands or dine at celebrity chef restaurants. Take in the views from the observation deck or swim in the infinity pool.

  8. Day 8: Clarke Quay
    15 minutes (5 km) from Marina Bay Sands via taxi or MRT

    Experience the nightlife at the bars and clubs along the Singapore River. Take a boat tour or grab a bite at the many restaurants in the area.

  9. Day 9: Kampong Glam
    20 minutes (7 km) from Clarke Quay via taxi or MRT

    Visit the historic Malay quarter and see the Sultan Mosque. Shop for traditional textiles, perfumes, and handicrafts at the colorful shophouses along Haji Lane.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gardens by the Bay (2 hours, 0 SGD)
  • Sentosa Island (1 day, 45 SGD)
  • Chinatown (3 hours, 15 SGD)
  • ArtScience Museum (2 hours, 30 SGD)
  • Singapore Botanic Gardens (2 hours, 0 SGD)
  • Singapore Zoo (4 hours, 60 SGD)
  • Marina Bay Sands (3 hours, 50 SGD)
  • Clarke Quay (3 hours, 25 SGD)
  • Kampong Glam (2 hours, 10 SGD)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 235 SGD

Useful Tips

Add a day trip to Universal Studios Singapore or Jurong Bird Park if you have more time. If you have less time, skip the Singapore Zoo or Clarke Quay. Don't forget to try the local cuisine, such as Hainanese chicken rice and laksa.

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