25 amazing things to do in Singapore

This is a Singapore travel blog introducing the must-see places in Singapore. I also make video with beautiful images of Singapore and 25 amazing things to do. You might refer the video below; or carry on seeing my blog about Singapore travel.

Thanks for continue reading my blog. I visited Singapore in 3 full days and experienced below 25 amazing things in Singapore:

Gardens by the bay

Gardens by the bay is a nature park in the central Region of Singapore consisting of 3 waterfront gardens. In which the must-see of this 100 hectares park are the conservatory complex comprising Flower Dome, Cloud Forest; and the Supertree Grove. These 3 gardens make Gardens by the bay a must-see place of Singapore.

The Flower Dome replicating a cool-dry mediterranean climate is the largest greenhouse in the world as listed in the 2015 Guinness Book of World Records. Flower Dome impressively showcases eight gardens which exhibit exotic flowers and plants from the Mediterranean and semi-arid regions from five different continents. Besides, you also find a corner with changing displays and a flower field.

The Cloud Forest, higher but slightly smaller than the Flower Dome, replicates a totally different environment with the cool moist conditions found in tropical mountain regions in South-East Asia, Central- and South America, with elevation from 1,000 - 3,000m. Inside, you will find a 42-meter "Cloud Mountain”, ascend to the top by an elevator, then descend the mountain via a circular path to explore 9 sections such as Lost World, Cloud Walk, The Cavern, Secret Garden, etc.

Each of them interestingly features different mist levels.

Supertrees are the 18 tree-like structures 25 - 50m high. They are vertical gardens that home a vast unique and exotic collection of plants. There is an elevated walkway for visitors to enjoy a panoramic aerial view of the Gardens.

Singapore national museum

Singapore National Museum, an elegant neo classical building with 19th century exterior design, is the oldest museum in Singapore which was established in 1849. Inspired by historical stories of Singapore and the world, the museum leads us to learn how Singapore transformed from a fishing village into a powerful country, displaying galleries and lifestyles of Singaporeans in the past and present.

National Gallery Singapore

National Gallery Singapore is a public institution and national museum dedicated to art and culture.The Gallery showcases more than 8,000 pieces from Singapore's National Collection, making it the world's largest public collection of modern and contemporary Southeast Asian art.

One more noticeable thing is that the National Gallery building consists of two national monuments, the former Supreme Court and former City Hall which are connected by link bridges. Exemplifying classical and neoclassical British architectures, they both witnessed historical events of the nation.

Cavenagh Bridge

I can’t wait to introduce Cavenagh Bridge as it’s a great place for catching the sunrise in Singapore. Opened in 1869, Cavenagh Bridge is one of the oldest bridges in Singapore.

The bridge linked Raffles Place and the government quarter, and was an essential alternative to ferry crossing.

Crossing this pedestrian bridge, you also find Anderson Bridge, Asian Civilisation Museum, Victoria Theater with the original statue of Sir Stamford Raffles The founder of modern Singapore.

Merlion Park

Merlion means Sea lion is the official mascot of Singapore. The fish body represents Singapore's origin as a fishing village. The lion head represents Singapore's original name Singapura meaning "lion city". Though the original Merlion was the entrance of Singapore River, a new construction blocked its view. Therefore, a relocation happened making the Merlion standing on promontory facing to the Marina Bay.

ChinaTown

Featuring distinctly Chinese cultural elements, Chinatown has had a historically concentrated ethnic Chinese population.The legacy of cultural diversity in Chinatown is still present. Main streets to wander in Chinatown include Temple Street, Pagoda Street, Mosque Street, Smith Street.

Chinatown is a heaven for eating, shopping and vibrant nightlife. You can visit ChinaTown Point shopping mall, Hong Lim Complex, Lucky Chinatown, and come to Duxton Hill areas for finer dining and nightlife. Besides, you can visit some temples of which Buddha Tooth Relics is a highlight.

Haji Lane & Arabic street

The funky Haji Lane is overwhelmed with colorful murals. Their shophouses were used as lodges for Hajj pilgrims whilst on their journeys. These days, the laneway is lively with boutiques, cafés, tattoo parlors, yoga studios, and old-school restaurants. To the other side of the nearby crossroad is the Arabic street, a shopper's heaven offers a variety of shops selling exotic and specialized goods.

Choo Jiat & Katong

The charming neighborhoods of Choo Jiat and Katong are famous for their mouth-watering eateries and colorful houses. The streets feature the most historical Peranakan buildings and culture. Not only a Peranakan enclave, there are diversified options for food from China, Malay and Vietnam.

Joo Chiat and Katong are virtually interchangeable, then a walking tour is highly suggested to explore these two lovely neighborhoods.

Artscience Museum

The design of the Artscience Museum which symbolizes the welcoming hands of Singapore with ten fingers is so eye-catching that it gains my curiosity. There are 21 galleries spanning over 3 floors with a couple of choices for ticketing to see the exhibitions. I choose the most common and surely impressive one FUTURE WORLD: Where Art Meets Science. With two sections – City in A Garden and Exploring New Frontiers, this permanent exhibition of the museum showcases a miraculous world.

Clarke Quay

A lively and historical riverside quay for dazzling nightlife! From the early 1800s, Clarke Quay served as a dock for the loading and unloading of cargoes. This area was the commercial center during the British Empire.

Oneside of the river is filled with restored warehouses home to various colorful and vibrant atmospheres with diverse iconic dance clubs to live music venues and rooftop bars. The otherside of the river is a bit calmer with elegant restaurants. It’s lovely to spend an evening enjoying the riverside in Clarke Quay.

Shopping at Orchard Road

Singapore offers stunning shopping experiences in dozens of places, in which Orchard Road is unmissable. The bustling boulevard is a retails and dining paradise with thousands of establishments offering ultimate lifestyle experiences such as dazzling ION Orchard, TANG, Far East Plaza, Paragon shopping center and so on.

Shopping at Bugis Junction

Bugis Junction, comprising part traditional indoor mall, part open-air shopping district, offers exciting shopping in Singapore. This complex features a huge glass roof that provides a handsome shelter, the cute colonial-style shop houses and hawker-style carts that line the main shopping avenue.

Crossing the link bridge, you can reach Bugis+ and Bugis Street Market situated opposite for more shopping opportunities.

Singapore Botanic Garden

The only tropical garden to be honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Botanic Gardens was also ranked Asia's top park attraction since 2013, by TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards.

Spanning 82 hectares, this botanic garden is home to over 10,000 species of floras divided in different thematic gardens. You also find historical landmarks scattered in this area. It’s free to enter, you only pay SGD5 if you wish to see the National Orchid Garden.

There are many gates to enter this garden, as well as different walking trails. You might not be able to cover it all, so think of the trail that you wish to do. Lastly, there are free concerts in front of the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, then you might check if your travel dates coincide with their events.

Light Show at Supertrees

You might visit the Supertrees in time. In the evening, there are spectacular light and sound shows happening twice nightly at 7.45pm and 8.45pm. This 15 minute show is highly recommended. It’s free to enter and enjoy the display if you are not getting up to the elevated path.

Chijmes

Once a school and chapel, Chijmes is now a lifestyle complex with green lawns, marble waterfalls, courtyards and neoclassical buildings makes it a great spot to unwind. In the daytime, CHIJMES retains the tranquility of a peaceful oasis. At night, it springs to life with bars that offer live music and restaurants serving up multicultural delicacies.

Helix Bridge

Helix, 280m long, is a twisting pedestrian bridge with curved deck connecting two sides of the Singapore River. Its design is inspired by the geometric arrangement of a DNA strand.

There are many Singaporean people running and exercising around the Marina Bay and this Bridge. Then it's great to come and observe the local lifestyle.

Esplanade Theater by the bay

Esplanade is the theater fronting the Marina Bay. There are touring options for you to explore Esplanade. Besides, free performances are regularly taken here. The spikes on its roofs aiming to block out tropical heat makes the theater dubbed “The Durians”.

Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands is a destination for those who appreciate luxury. The resort has three hotel towers, a casino spanning four storeys, high end shopping and eating. Its sand skypark looks like a celestial surfboard featuring an infinity pool and observation deck. Not staying at the resort, I only buy tickets to the Sands SkyPark Observation Deck for an unobstructed 360-degree view of the Singapore skyline. Coming to the Event Plaza, you can enjoy Spectra - A Light & Water show in 15 minutes.

Raffles Place and Lau Pa Sat

Raffles Place is the Financial heart of Singapore dominated by skyscrapers, many of them among the tallest buildings in Singapore where flagship banks are located. The unique and appealing designs of these buildings have my jaw-dropping. After admiring the place as well as the powerful economy of Singapore, I stop by Lau Pa Sat located in this corner. Its design with a distinctive octagonal shape and ornamental columns is impressive too. Used to be the old market, Lau Pa Sat is now a hawker center with dozens of choices for dinings including local and other Asian countries’ cuisine.

Garden rooftop Funan building

If Marina Bay Sands’s rooftop offers a broad view of Singapore, Funan rooftop lets me see the streets, traffic and charming buildings. You are also able to spot skyscrapers in Singapore. It’s a great place for photography of Singapore skyscrapers.

Fort Canning Park

Fort Canning is a verdant park, a historical landmark in Singapore, also a venue for stage performances and music concerts alike. Fresh air, greenery, and colonial artifacts make Fort Canning Park a worth-visiting spot. Many people come to the tree tunnel for IG thousand like photos. Behind the scene of only you and nature is a long queue waiting.

Circular Road

Circular Road is a minor road in downtown Singapore, only 500 m from Clarke Quay and Raffles Place. When the sun sets, Circular Road comes alive. At 7pm the roads are closed off to traffic, all the bars and restaurants transform to make this street surprisingly vibrant.

Singapore food

I once heard that In Singapore, food is viewed as crucial to its national identity and a unifying cultural thread. As a multi-ethnic country, Singapore cuisine has been influenced by different cultures. The food is so tasty for me from food hawkers to shopping malls, restaurants, lifestyle complexes, etc.

See Singapore from a two-floor bus

I seldom use the city bus while traveling due to long commuting hours. However, the buses in Singapore are so sufficient. I also save a lot by using the bus when traveling alone in such an expensive country like Singapore. Sitting on the second floor of the bus, the scenery appears so vivid.

Sentosa Island

“Sentosa” which means “peace and tranquility” is located in the southern coast of Singapore. Tropical landscape, pristine beaches, recreational theme park and Wings of Time are the main things about Sentosa Island. I took the Sentosa Express, passing 3 stations, and it costs only SGD 4 for a round trip. The 1st station is Resort World, an integrated resort with 2 casinos and the theme park Universal Studio. The 2nd station is the cable car station. And the 3rd one is the beach station where free buses will take you to resorts and beach spots. With a one day schedule to Sentosa Island, I visited Palawan beach, Siloso beach, Sentosa Cove for the view of the luxury yacht berth

and enjoyed the Wings of Time Show.