Singapore: Latest 2025 Travel Guide
🏙️ Singapore City Tour Package | Attractions + Food + Transportation
Despite being a small city-state, Singapore is one of Asia's most captivating tourist destinations. Its diverse blend of Chinese, Malaysian, Indian, and European cultures has given it not only ultra-modern skyscrapers but also well-preserved traditional neighborhoods and world-class cuisine.
📍 Must-see attractions in Singapore
1. Gardens by the Bay
- Feature : The dreamy Supertree Grove night light show is a must-see!
- Editor’s note : Remember to visit the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, they are absolutely spectacular.
2. Merlion Park
- Features : Singapore landmark, the classic Merlion water-spouting statue.
- Editor's guide : It is recommended to come at night so that you can take pictures of the night view of Marina Bay Sands.
3. Marina Bay Sands Hotel & Infinity Pool
- Features : The world's most famous infinity pool, available only to hotel guests.
- Editor’s suggestion : If you don’t stay, you can also go to the Sky Garden Observation Deck to see the night view.
4. Chinatown
- Features : Chinese temples, a wide variety of delicious food, and great souvenirs.
- Must-see attractions : Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, Chinatown Food Street.
5. Little India
- Features : Colorful buildings and a strong Indian atmosphere.
- Editor’s recommendation : Visit Tekka Centre and try Indian curry.
6. Clarke Quay
- Features : Singapore's most lively riverside bar district.
- Editor's guide : Have a cocktail at night and watch the night view of the river. The atmosphere is amazing.
🍜 Must-try food in Singapore
| gourmet food | Reasons for recommendation |
|---|---|
| Hainanese Chicken Rice (Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice/Wen Tong Kee) | Singapore's national delicacy, the chicken is tender and juicy. |
| Chili Crab (Jumbo Seafood/No Signboard Seafood) | A must-try seafood dish, the sauce is super addictive when mixed with bread. |
| Laksa (328 Katong Laksa) | Singapore and Malaysia's special coconut milk noodle soup, spicy and rich. |
| Satay (Lao Pa Sat Satay Street) | Traditional kebabs, best enjoyed outdoors at night. |
| Bak Kut Teh (Song Fa Bak Kut Teh/Originator) | The peppery soup warms the stomach and goes perfectly with rice. |
| Kaya Toast (Ya Kun Kaya Toast) | A must-have for breakfast, paired with a soft-boiled egg and milk tea. |
| Frozen dessert (ice cream sandwich bread) | Classic street food at affordable prices. |
🚇 Singapore Transportation Guide
1. How to get to the city
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Changi Airport → City Center
- Subway (MRT): Approximately 30-40 minutes to the city center.
- Taxi/Grab : About 30 minutes, convenient but more expensive.
2. Urban transportation
- Metro (MRT) : The most convenient, and can reach almost all attractions.
- Bus : fills the gaps between the MRT and the destination.
- EZ-Link Card/Singapore Tourist Card : Required for taking the MRT and buses.
- Walking : The city attractions are concentrated, such as the Marina Bay area, which is the most convenient place to walk.
💡 My personal 3-day, 2-night itinerary suggestion
Day 1
Changi Airport → Chinatown (Hainanese Chicken Rice for lunch) → Buddha Tooth Relic Temple → Gardens by the Bay → Marina Bay Sands Hotel at night
Day 2
Little India (Kaya Toast Breakfast) → Arab Street (Haji Lane Colorful Streetscape) → Laksa Lunch → Merlion Park → Marina Bay Light Show
Day 3
Brunch (Bak Kut Teh) → Stroll around Clarke Quay → Eat Satay at Lau Pa Sat → Shop (Orchard Road) → Return to the airport
💬Editor's ramblings :<br>Singapore is perfect for a first-time overseas trip or a quick getaway. It's safe, has convenient transportation, and the language is accessible (both Chinese and English are conversable). My favorite part of the city is Marina Bay at night; the light show always feels incredibly romantic ❤️
