Singapore itinerary — 2 days
Day 1 — Singapore
6 stops · ≈ 6 h 57 minSoutheast Asia's preeminent visual arts institution, housed within two sensitively restored colonial-era national monuments: the former City Hall and Supreme Court. The museum displays the world's largest public collection of Singapore and regional modern art from the 19th century to the present day, comprising over 9,000 works. The two grand historic buildings are seamlessly united by a light-filled glass roof and canopy bridges.
The National Museum of Singapore is the country's oldest museum, dating back to 1887. Set near Fort Canning, the landmark combines a classic neo-Palladian facade with a sleek modern glass rotunda. Its engaging exhibits trace Singapore's transformation from a colonial trading post into a global metropolis. Highlights include high-tech multimedia galleries, cultural artefacts, and the immersive digital forest art installation.
A waterfront landmark on Singapore Marina Bay, home to the iconic 8.6-metre Merlion statue depicting a mythical creature with a lion head and fish body. Spouting a fountain of water into the bay, the statue symbolizes Singapore origins as a fishing village and its name, the Lion City. The viewing pier provides classic postcard vistas of Marina Bay Sands and the central financial skyline.
One of the world's largest giant observation wheels, soaring 165 metres above the Marina Bay waterfront in Singapore. A rotation inside one of the 28 spacious, air-conditioned glass capsules takes about 30 minutes, delivering 360-degree vistas of Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, and the busy Singapore Strait. Visitors also explore the multisensory Time Capsule exhibit showcasing the island nation's rich heritage.
A magnificent climate-controlled glass conservatory at Gardens by the Bay, replicating the cool and mist-shrouded environment of tropical highlands up to 3,000 meters. The centerpiece is a 35-meter-tall vegetated Cloud Mountain boasting one of the world's tallest indoor waterfalls. Elevated walkways, the Cloud Walk and Treetop Walk, wind gracefully through mist clouds filled with orchids, carnivorous pitcher plants, and ferns.
A park of the future on Marina Bay: 101 hectares, 18 Supertrees up to 50 metres tall with vertical gardens and the evening Garden Rhapsody show. The two bi-domes — Flower Dome and the Cloud Forest with its waterfall — are paid; walking among the Supertrees and the waterfront is free.
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One of the world's finest zoological gardens, opened in 1973 within the lush rainforest of the Mandai peninsula. Renowned for its open-concept design, the zoo replaces cages with hidden moats, rock barriers, and lush vegetation. Covering 28 hectares, it is home to over 4,200 animals across 300 species. Highlights include free-ranging orangutans, a walk-through Fragile Forest biodome, and tram rides through tropical zones.
A 280-metre pedestrian bridge across Marina Bay, opened in 2010. Its steel 'helix' takes its cue from DNA — a woven mesh of curved tubes that looks spectacular at night when lit up. Viewing pockets along the deck frame Marina Bay Sands, the observation wheel and the downtown skyline. The bridge links the Marina Centre with the Bayfront area, letting you cross the bay in just a few minutes.
One of Singapore's largest, most dynamic street bazaars, housing over 800 retail stalls beneath sheltered, air-cooled passages. Once a notorious nightlife quarter, it has evolved into a thriving three-story retail labyrinth packed with trendy fashion apparel, Korean skincare, watches, and souvenirs. The ground floor buzzes with food vendors serving fresh dragon fruit juices, crispy kaya toasts, and savory street bites at bargain prices.
One of Singapore's last fragments of primary rainforest, protected since 1883 around Bukit Timah Hill — at 163 metres the country's highest natural point. A single hectare here holds more plant species than all of North America, and macaques and monitor lizards patrol the paths. The main route to the summit is short but steep; the reserve reopened in 2016 after restoration. Come early for cooler air and fewer people.
The world's first dedicated nocturnal wildlife park, opened in 1994 within 35 hectares of Mandai secondary rainforest. Home to nearly 900 animals across roughly 100 species, the sanctuary allows visitors to observe natural nighttime animal behaviors in six global zones, either via a guided 40-minute open-air tram ride or illuminated walking jungle trails.
Singapore's most popular coastal park, stretching along 15 kilometers of scenic shoreline reclaimed on the southeastern coast. Lined with casuarinas and swaying palms, it features dedicated cycling lanes, sandy beaches, and picnic areas. Visitors flock here for rollerblading, beach sports, coastal breezes, family playgrounds at Coastal PlayGrove, and iconic hawker seafood dining at East Coast Seafood Centre.
- Always carry an EZ-Link card for easy access to public transport.
- Stay hydrated, as Singapore can be very humid and hot.
- Tap water is safe to drink, so consider refilling your bottle.