A 1-Day Itinerary to Explore the Best of Singapore

  • 10:00AM: Gardens by the Bay
    15 minutes (4 miles) from Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

    Get amazed by the sheer diversity of plant life from all over the world at Gardens by the Bay. Set in the heart of Singapore, it is a futuristic park featuring 18 iconic super trees, intricate flower domes, and splendid indoor waterfalls

  • 12:00PM: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
    30 minutes (2 miles) from Gardens by the Bay

    One of the most stunning temple-museums in Singapore, this multi-story building houses a great number of Buddhist relics, including Buddha's tooth relic. Experience the ultimate calmness and serenity while exploring the temple complex with a Chinese-style terrace garden at the rooftop.

  • 2:00PM: Chinatown Street Market
    10 minutes (1 mile) from Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

    Take a stroll around the bustling and vibrant Chinatown Market, offering a local and authentic experience with its street vendors, food stalls, and unique souvenirs all at pocket-friendly prices.

  • 4:00PM: Marina Bay Sands
    15 minutes (1 mile) from Chinatown Street Market

    Spend a lavish time at the renowned Marina Bay Sands, a world-class hotel and casino featuring exotic infinity pools, high-end shops, and an observation deck offering phenomenal skyline views to the visitors.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Gardens by the Bay (2 hours, $28)
  • Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Chinatown Street Market (2 hours, $20)
  • Marina Bay Sands (2.5 hours, $35)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $83

Transportation

Singapore's public transport system is one of the most efficient and affordable ones, comprising the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Train, Light Rail Transit (LRT), and public buses. So, a traveler can efficiently cover most of the tourist spots by taking the MRT train, which costs around $12 for an all-day pass, and traveling time is approximately 10 to 15 minutes between each attraction.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore some other fascinating locations such as Clarke Quay, Sentosa Island, and Universal Studios. However, if you have less time, you can eliminate one attraction, which would be Marina Bay Sands, keeping the rest of the itinerary intact.

Airports

Changi Airport (SIN) is Singapore's primary airport, named as the world's best airport nine times by Skytrax, offering world-class amenities, services, and attractions like the indoor waterfall, butterfly garden, and cactus garden. It is located about 20 km northeast of Marina Bay Sands, the city's central business district.

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