A Week in Singapore on a Budget

Day 1: Explore Singapore City

Singapore, Singapore on May 18, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Tiong Bahru Market

Start your day with local delights like kaya toast and soft-boiled eggs.
SGD 5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Gardens by the Bay

Explore the iconic Supertree Grove and the stunning Cloud Forest.
SGD 28, 2-3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Maxwell Food Centre

Indulge in affordable and delicious hawker food like chicken rice or laksa.
SGD 6, 1 hour

3:00PM

Discover Chinatown

Stroll through the vibrant streets, visit Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, and shop for souvenirs.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Lau Pa Sat Hawker Centre

Try satay, BBQ stingray, and other local street food at budget-friendly prices.
SGD 10, 1-2 hours

Day 2: Singapore Zoological Gardens

Singapore, Singapore on May 19, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Enjoy traditional Singaporean breakfast with a cup of kopi.
SGD 4, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Singapore Zoo

Spend the day discovering diverse wildlife and engaging animal shows.
SGD 35, 4-5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Ah Meng Restaurant

Try the local favourites like Hainanese chicken rice or nasi lemak.
SGD 10, 1 hour

3:00PM

River Safari

Embark on a river-themed wildlife park adventure and see the giant pandas.
SGD 30, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Newton Food Centre

Feast on chilli crab, black pepper crab, and other seafood delights.
SGD 20, 1-2 hours

Day 3: Sentosa Island Getaway

Sentosa Island, Singapore on May 20, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Toast Box

Savour traditional kopi and kaya toast to start your day.
SGD 5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Universal Studios Singapore

Spend the day enjoying thrilling rides and attractions at the famous theme park.
SGD 79, 5-6 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Malaysian Food Street

Try authentic Malaysian street food like Penang char kway teow and nasi lemak.
SGD 12, 1 hour

4:00PM

Relax at Palawan Beach

Unwind on the pristine sandy beach and take a dip in the clear waters.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Hawker Centre at RWS

Enjoy a variety of affordable local dishes such as rojak and oyster omelette.
SGD 15, 1-2 hours

Day 4: Marina Bay Exploration

Marina Bay, Singapore on May 21, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Chin Mee Chin Confectionary

Delight in traditional kaya toast and homemade kopi in a nostalgic setting.
SGD 6, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit ArtScience Museum

Explore unique art and science exhibitions in an iconic lotus-inspired building.
SGD 21, 2-3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Satay by the Bay

Enjoy a variety of satay skewers and other local delights by the waterfront.
SGD 15, 1 hour

3:00PM

Gardens by the Bay - Flower Dome & Cloud Forest

Experience the beauty of the conservatories with diverse plant species.
SGD 28, 2-3 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Makansutra Gluttons Bay

Treat yourself to a mix of local street food and seafood dishes with a view of the bay.
SGD 20, 1-2 hours

Day 5: Chinatown Cultural Immersion

Chinatown, Singapore on May 22, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Tong Ah Eating House

Savour a traditional breakfast of kaya toast and soft-boiled eggs in an old-school eatery.
SGD 5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

Discover the rich history and intricate architecture of the temple.
Free, 1-2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Chinatown Complex Food Centre

Indulge in a variety of local dishes like Hainanese curry rice and char kway teow.
SGD 10, 1 hour

2:00PM

Shop at Chinatown Street Markets

Browse through stalls selling souvenirs, traditional crafts, and trinkets.
Variable, 1-2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Hong Lim Food Centre

Try local favourites like bak kut teh and claypot rice at affordable prices.
SGD 12, 1-2 hours

Day 6: Departure Day

Singapore, Singapore on May 23, 2024

Morning

Breakfast at Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Enjoy a final kaya toast breakfast and a cup of local coffee before departing.
SGD 5, 1 hour

Afternoon

Last-minute Shopping at Bugis Street

Explore the bustling street market for affordable souvenirs and gifts.
Variable, 2 hours

Evening

Dinner at Lau Pa Sat Hawker Centre

Relish your favourite local street food dishes one last time before leaving Singapore.
SGD 10, 1-2 hours