5-Day Singapore Itinerary: Best Food, History & Must-Visit Attractions on a Budget

Day 1: Marina Bay Highlights

Singapore, Singapore on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Start your day with traditional Singaporean kaya toast and kopi at Ya Kun Kaya Toast, open from 7am–9pm. This is a budget-friendly local breakfast option costing around INR 100.
INR100, 0h30m

9:00am

Explore Marina Bay Sands and ArtScience Museum

Visit the iconic Marina Bay Sands complex and the ArtScience Museum (open 10am–7pm). The museum features interactive exhibits blending art, science, and technology.
INR800, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Lau Pa Sat Hawker Centre

Enjoy local favorites like satay and laksa at the famous Lau Pa Sat hawker center, open 24 hours and budget-friendly around INR 300 per meal.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit the National Gallery Singapore

Discover Singaporean and Southeast Asian art housed in two historic buildings, open 10am–7pm with affordable entry fees.
INR400, 2h0m

4:00pm

Walk at the Helix Bridge and Gardens by the Bay (outside areas)

Enjoy the futuristic architecture of Helix Bridge and stroll through the outdoor gardens free of charge before sunset.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Makansutra Gluttons Bay

Savor authentic Singapore street food including chili crab and Hainanese chicken rice in this lively outdoor food market open till late. Budget around INR 400.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 2: Cultural Heritage

Singapore, Singapore on May 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Tekka Centre

Try Indian roti prata and teh tarik at the Tekka Centre, open from early morning, known for diverse affordable Indian cuisine around INR 150.
INR150, 0h45m

9:00am

Explore Chinatown Heritage Centre

Experience Singapore's Chinatown history and culture in preserved shophouses, open 9am–7pm. Entry fee is budget-friendly.
INR350, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Sri Mariamman Temple and Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

These iconic religious sites showcase Singapore’s multicultural heritage and are free to enter with guided tours available.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Maxwell Food Centre

Enjoy famous chicken rice and other delicacies in this popular hawker market, budget-friendly around INR 250.
INR250, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Little India and Tekka Market

Wander bustling streets filled with colorful shops, temples, and budget-friendly snacks, best visited afternoon before closing around 7pm.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Banana Leaf Apolo

Dine on authentic South Indian cuisine served on banana leaves, well known and priced moderately around INR 400.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 3: Sentosa Adventure

Sentosa Island, Singapore on May 28, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Tiong Bahru Bakery

Enjoy French pastries and coffee in this popular bakery open from 7am, budget about INR 250.
INR250, 0h45m

9:30am

Travel to Sentosa Island by Sentosa Express

Take the monorail to Sentosa, a quick and affordable transport option costing around INR 150 one way.
INR150, 0h30m

10:00am

Universal Studios Singapore

Spend the morning enjoying rides and attractions at Universal Studios, open 10am–7pm. Budget approximately INR 4000 for an adult ticket.
INR4000, 4h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Malaysian Food Street

Sample Malaysian street food favorites, open till 10pm, offering great value meals around INR 350.
INR350, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit S.E.A. Aquarium

Discover one of the largest aquariums in the world, showcasing diverse marine life, open 10am–7pm. Entry fee approximately INR 2500.
INR2500, 2h0m

6:00pm

Return to mainland and dinner at Food Republic VivoCity

End your day with a variety of affordable Singaporean and international dishes at Food Republic, budget around INR 400.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 4: Shopping and Nature

Singapore, Singapore on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Four Leaves

Try simple and affordable breakfast sets including set meals with coffee; Four Leaves opens early around 7am.
INR150, 0h45m

9:00am

Shop along Orchard Road

Explore Singapore’s premier shopping belt featuring budget-friendly malls and local souvenirs. Most malls open by 10am.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Din Tai Fung

Relish Taiwanese steamed dumplings and noodles at this internationally popular chain located on Orchard Road. Expect around INR 500 per meal.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Singapore Botanic Gardens

Enjoy a peaceful walk through this UNESCO World Heritage site, open daily from 5am to midnight, free admission except for National Orchid Garden (INR 250).
INR0, 2h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Newton Food Centre

Taste BBQ seafood and famous satay sticks at this famous hawker market open till midnight; budget around INR 400.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 5: Cultural & Futuristic

Singapore, Singapore on May 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Sultan Bakery & Cafe

Taste halal-friendly, traditional Malay and Arabic pastries in Kampong Glam, open early from 7am, budget around INR 200.
INR200, 0h45m

9:00am

Explore Kampong Glam and Sultan Mosque

Visit this vibrant neighborhood full of art, culture, and the impressive Sultan Mosque, free to enter, best visited before noon.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Gardens by the Bay – Flower Dome & Cloud Forest

Explore these cooled conservatories featuring exotic plants and the indoor waterfall, open 9am to 9pm, entry fee about INR 1350.
INR1350, 3h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Satay by the Bay

Enjoy affordable satays and seafood in a relaxed garden setting, open 11am to 10pm, with meals around INR 300.
INR300, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Marina Barrage for sunset views

Relax and enjoy panoramic city and waterfront views at Marina Barrage, a free public space ideal for evenings.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Gluttons Bay

For your final night, enjoy local hawker fare overlooking Marina Bay, open late with affordable prices around INR 400.
INR400, 1h30m
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