Singapore
Singapore Travel Guide
During my first trip, I spent three days and two nights exploring Singapore at a relaxed pace. I stayed in the Bugis area and visited places such as Merlion Park, Little India, Gardens by the Bay, and Jewel Changi Airport. I also had the chance to experience different hotels and food spots during my visits.
This guide brings together our Singapore travel articles, hotel reviews, food finds, and practical tips to help you plan your own trip.
Singapore DIY Travel Guide
If you're visiting Singapore for the first time, start with our DIY guide. It covers our three-day, two-night trip, including the areas we explored, where we ate, and how we got around.
We didn't try to visit every attraction in one trip. Instead, we grouped places together and took breaks when the weather became too hot.
Singapore | DIY Travel Guide for First Timers
Things to Do in Singapore
Singapore has a mix of well-known landmarks, gardens, cultural neighborhoods, shopping areas, and indoor attractions. Here are some of the places we've visited.
Gardens by the Bay
A must-visit attraction in Singapore. The Gardens by the Bay showcase an innovative and creative way of presenting flowers and plants from around the world
Gardens by the Bay
Where to Stay in Singapore
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InterContinental Singapore
My experience: ideal for luxury travel and business trips. It has all the necessary amenities and is strategically located in the Central Business District, close to offices, shopping malls and restaurants. Here’s my detailed experience → InterContinental Singapore
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ibis budget Singapore Bugis
My experience: ideal hotel for budget travelers, especially those who spend their days exploring Singapore and only need a place to sleep. Here’s my detailed experience → ibis budget Singapore Bugis
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Food
Food is a big part of our travel experience. From local restaurants to casual food stops, our individual articles cover places we've personally visited.
Restaurants
Restaurants and local food spots we've visited.
The Coconut Club
Must-try Nasi Lemak in Singapore
Coffee Shops, Cafes and Desserts
Coffee shops, cafés and places worth checking out.
Birds of Paradise
Unique Botanical Gelato in Singapore
Singapore Travel Guide FAQ
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Our first trip was three days and two nights. That was enough to visit several major attractions and neighborhoods, but if budget permits, a longer stay would give you more time for museums, additional food stops, shopping, and family activities.
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Yes, Singapore is more expensive than some other Southeast Asian destinations. However, you can manage costs by using public transport, planning meals, and choosing accommodation that fits your budget and itinerary.
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Bugis area worked well for our first trip because of its location and access to nearby attractions and transport. We have stayed at ibis budget Singapore Bugis and InterContinental Singapore, which offer different accommodation experiences.
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The most convenient and fastest way is via Taxi or ride-hailing service. Estimate fare is around 30.00 SGD which is much costly.
Another option is via train. From Terminal 4 ride an airport bus transfer to Terminal 1. Transfer to CG Line to Tanah Merah. Alight at Expo and transfer to DT line to Bukit Panjang. Depending on where you’ll stay, you can alight at Jalan Besar or Bugis station.
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Gardens by the Bay is a perfect destination in Singapore if you want to take it slow, re-charge and relax. It is also an ideal destination for families.
Singapore Guides We've Published
Browse our Singapore itinerary, attraction guides and food reviews to plan your trip one day at a time.
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Looking for other destinations in Asia? Explore our other destination guides for DIY trips, food, hotels, itineraries, budgets, and practical tips from our actual experiences.
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