Singapore β officially the Republic of Singapore β has grown into Asia's top tourist destination. Known as the Lion City or Garden City, it is a highly developed nation, though also one of the more expensive cities to live in. Four main languages are spoken β English, Malay, Mandarin and Tamil β with Malay as the official national language. Whether you travel as a foodie, explorer, nature lover, adventurer or socialiser, Singapore delivers; its famous tagline, 'Passion Made Possible', fits a city where passion and possibility genuinely meet.
Culture of Singapore
Singaporean culture is a blend of Asian and European influences. Ten religions are practised here, with Islam, Buddhism, Christianity and Hinduism the largest, and temples, churches and mosques stand throughout the city. Mutual respect for every faith is a hallmark of daily life.
Places to Visit in Singapore
- Marina Bay Sands and the Helix Bridge
- Sentosa Island and Siloso Beach
- Universal Studios Singapore
- Jurong Bird Park and River Safari
- National Museum of Singapore
- Masjid Sultan
- Wings of Time show and Marine Life Park
- Kusu Island and Sisters' Islands
- Chinese Garden and HortPark
- iFly Singapore and Raffles Place
Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay is Singapore's signature nature park and a paradise for plant lovers, made up of three waterfront gardens β Bay South, Bay East and Bay Central. More than 200 species of tropical plants and orchids decorate the grounds; Bay South hosts the famous Supertrees while Bay East offers open gardens. Inside you will find Kingfisher Lake, vast conservatories, the world's tallest indoor waterfall and a dedicated Children's Garden, with dining available on site.
Attractions in Gardens by the Bay
- The conservatories (Flower Dome and Cloud Forest)
- Supertree Grove and the OCBC Skyway
- Children's Garden
- Kingfisher Lake
- Heritage Garden and The Canyon
- Art sculptures and outdoor activities
Sentosa Island
Sentosa is Singapore's beautiful island resort, packed with themed attractions, sandy beaches, lush rainforest, spas and hotels. Family fun, adventure parks, museums, wildlife and nature trails draw more than twenty million visitors every year, supported by a wide choice of hotels and dining.
Things to do in Sentosa
- Butterfly Park
- Sentosa 4D AdventureLand
- Mega Adventure Park
- KidZania Singapore
- iFly Singapore
- Wings of Time night show
- Palawan, Siloso and Tanjong beaches
Universal Studios Singapore
Universal Studios Singapore (USS) is a thrill-packed theme park for every age group, featuring 28 rides spread across seven themed zones β Hollywood, New York, The Lost World, Sci-Fi City, Ancient Egypt, Far Far Away and Madagascar. Meet famous characters, pose for photos and enjoy the in-park dining.
Night Safari
The Night Safari is the world's first nocturnal zoo and one of Singapore's most famous attractions β the best stop for wildlife lovers, with a huge variety of animals visible after dark and a unique dining experience to match. Make sure it is on your Singapore itinerary.
Singapore Flyer
Ride the Singapore Flyer for sweeping views over the city β and consider in-capsule dining for a meal with a panorama you will not forget. It is consistently rated among Singapore's must-do experiences.
ArtScience Museum
The flower-shaped ArtScience Museum is the world's first museum dedicated to the meeting of art and science, with media and technology exhibits displayed inside a strikingly unique interior. A perfect final stop before you head home.