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Singapore on Shoestring Budget - 5 Days Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Marina Bay Sands
    15 minutes (4.1 km) from Changi Airport

    In the morning, visit the iconic Marina Bay Sands and take a stroll along the waterfront promenade. In the afternoon, explore the Gardens by the Bay, featuring the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome. In the evening, watch the Supertree Grove light and sound show.

  2. Day 2: Sentosa Island
    30 minutes (12.1 km) from Marina Bay Sands

    In the morning, take a cable car ride to Sentosa Island and visit the Universal Studios Singapore theme park. In the afternoon, relax at Palawan Beach and visit the Southernmost Point of Continental Asia. In the evening, enjoy the Wings of Time show.

  3. Day 3: Chinatown
    20 minutes (5.6 km) from Sentosa Island

    In the morning, explore the colourful streets of Chinatown and visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum. In the afternoon, take a short walk to the Sri Mariamman Temple and the famous Maxwell Food Centre. In the evening, visit the Clarke Quay and Boat Quay for some nightlife.

  4. Day 4: Little India
    15 minutes (4.1 km) from Chinatown

    In the morning, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Little India and visit the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple. In the afternoon, visit the colourful House of Tan Teng Niah and explore the art scene at the Aliwal Arts Centre. In the evening, enjoy the street food at the Tekka Centre.

  5. Day 5: Singapore Zoo
    25 minutes (18.1 km) from Little India

    In the morning, visit the Singapore Zoo and see the animals up close. In the afternoon, take a walk at the MacRitchie Reservoir and enjoy the nature. In the evening, explore the shopping streets of Orchard Road.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the ArtScience Museum, the National Gallery Singapore, and the Haw Par Villa. For side trips, you can take a ferry ride to the nearby islands of Bintan and Batam in Indonesia. To maximize your fun, get a Singapore Tourist Pass for unlimited travel on buses and trains. For a unique experience, take a trishaw ride in Chinatown or Little India.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marina Bay Sands (3 hours, Free)
  • Gardens by the Bay (2 hours, $28)
  • Universal Studios Singapore (1 day, $79)
  • Palawan Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum (2 hours, Free)
  • Maxwell Food Centre (1 hour, $10)
  • Singapore Zoo (3 hours, $39)
  • MacRitchie Reservoir (2 hours, Free)
  • Orchard Road (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $156
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