Singapore travel guide
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Singapore travel guide

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Futuristic gardens, hawker feasts and spotless efficiency. The best time to visit Singapore is February, June, July and October. A mid-range trip runs roughly $150/person/day before flights.

Best time
February, June, July
Ideal length
3 days
~Cost/day
$150
Currency
USD
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Best time to visit Singapore

The best time to visit Singapore is February, June, July and October. Here's the average temperature through the year:

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Top things to do in Singapore

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Culture & sights

Central Catchment Area
Central Catchment Area
The Central Catchment Area, also known as the Central Water Catchment, is a designated planning area and one of the two main water catchments of Singapore. The country's main reser
~$5 · 1.5h
Straits Settlements
Straits Settlements
The Straits Settlements were a group of British territories located in Southeast Asia. Originally established in 1826 as part of the territories controlled by the British East Indi
~$5 · 1.5h
Syonan Shrine
Syonan Shrine
Syonan Jinja was a Shinto shrine at MacRitchie Reservoir, Singapore. Built by the Japanese Imperial Army during the Japanese occupation of Singapore in World War II, the shrine wa
Free · 1h
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Singapore Korean International School
Singapore Korean International School is a South Korean international school in Bukit Timah, Singapore. Founded in March 1993, It covers kindergarten through senior high school. Th
~$5 · 1.5h

Nature & outdoors

Singapore (island)
Singapore (island)
Singapore is the main constituent island of the sovereign island country and city-state of the Republic of Singapore. It is located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, betw
Free · 2h
Central Catchment Nature Reserve
Central Catchment Nature Reserve
The Central Catchment Nature Reserve (CCNR) is the largest nature reserve in Singapore, occupying 2880 hectares. Forming a large green lung in the geographical centre of the city,
Free · 2h
Upper Peirce Reservoir
Upper Peirce Reservoir
Upper Peirce Reservoir is Singapore's fourth reservoir. The 6-hectare Upper Peirce Reservoir Park overlooks the Upper Peirce Reservoir.
Free · 2h
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Upper Peirce Reservoir Park
Upper Peirce Reservoir Park is a 5 hectares park besides Upper Peirce Reservoir. It was opened by the then Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew on 27 February 1977.
Free · 2h

Food & markets

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Local food tour of Singapore
Taste the signature dishes of Singapore.
~$25 · 2h
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Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.
~$12 · 1.3h

A sample 3-day Singapore itinerary

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Day 1
09:00 · Central Catchment Area12:30 · Singapore (island)16:00 · Central market & street-food lunch
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Day 2
09:00 · Straits Settlements12:30 · Central Catchment Nature Reserve16:00 · Upper Peirce Reservoir
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Day 3
09:00 · Syonan Shrine12:30 · Singapore Korean International School16:00 · Chatsworth International School

A sample plan. See the full 3-day Singapore itinerary →

Singapore travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Singapore?+

The best months to visit Singapore are February, June, July and October, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing.

How many days do you need in Singapore?+

Most travellers find 3 days ideal for Singapore, enough to see the highlights without rushing. Add a day or two if you want day trips.

Is Singapore expensive to visit?+

Budget roughly $150 per person per day for a mid-range trip in Singapore (accommodation, food and activities), before flights. Costs scale up or down with your travel style.

What are the top things to do in Singapore?+

Popular highlights include Central Catchment Area, Straits Settlements, Syonan Shrine and Singapore Korean International School. There's a longer list above, or start a plan and swap things in.

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