Top 10 Attractions in Singapore

Top 10 Attractions in Singapore

Singapore has been described as a playground for the rich, and it's true that the small city-state does have a certain sheen of wealth. But Singapore offers more than just high-end shopping malls, luxury hotels, and fine dining (though it's worth indulging in those a bit if you can). There is also a vibrant history and diverse ethnic quarters to discover, along with many family-friendly attractions and lovely public spaces that make visiting this slightly futuristic city worthwhile.

1. Marina Bay Sand

Marina Bay Sand

Marina Bay Sands opened in 2010, bringing a hotel, convention and exhibition facilities, theatres, entertainment venues, restaurants and retail to Singapore’s Marina Bay. The 55-story towers are inclined in the lower sections, which presented a challenge when it came to the elevator shafts. Additionally, the roof architecture prevented the use of standard elevator machine rooms.

2. Gardens by the Bay

Gardens by the Bay

Gardens by the bay are man-made incredible nature park premises in the bay area of Singapore. This sprawling area is spread on 101 hectares in central Singapore. This mechanical garden is an icon of Singapore tourism. The vision of Singapore government was to bring a city in the garden, they wanted to make an environment for their citizens to live in peace and give them better surroundings to work.

3. Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore Botanic Gardens

So spectacular is the 82-hectare (200-acre) Singapore Botanic Gardens that it is the rare horticultural spot to have earned UNESCO World Heritage site status. Established in 1859, it’s responsible for Singapore’s nickname as the Garden City and serves an important conservation and educational role. Wandering the pathways, visitors escape the frenetic urban area and learn about 1,200 species of orchids alone. There’s also a band shell for live concerts.

4. Singapore Zoo

Singapore Zoo

The approximately 28 hectares huge Singapore Zoo is very openly designed and houses 315 different species of animals. Every year, the spectacular Singapore Zoo attracts around 1.7 million visitors. Find out what you can see on site and what else can be experienced in the Zoo.

5. Singapore Flyers

Singapore Flyers

Sticking out among the skyscrapers in the Singapore skyline, the Singapore Flyer is no ordinary site. It is where one goes for the most magnificent views of the city. The Singapore Flyer, a giant Ferris wheel in Singapore, is an observation wheel, which is officially launched in 2008, with its construction taking around 2½ years. Singapore Flyer stands at 165 metres, with a diameter of 150 metres. It has 28 air-conditioned capsules which offer a 360-degree, unobstructed view of more than 45km of the surrounding for the passengers, each able to accommodate 28 passengers, it incorporates a three-storey terminal building.

6. Chinatown

Chinatown

Every country has their own rendition of Chinatown, Singapore’s Chinatown area proudly retains the kampung spirit, from its old-school food and decor to the friendly and open demeanour of the tenants there. Incidentally, the Chinatown Complex Hawker Centre is one of the most popular hawker centres in Singapore.

7. Sentosa Island

 Sentosa Island

Sentosa Island, a vacationers’ paradise is situated ½ km from the southern shore of the Singapore mainland. Stretching over an expanse of 5 sq. km (500 hectares), Sentosa is a hub of tourist attractions. It includes innumerable theme parks such as, the most famous Universal Studios, Madame Tussauds, etc; historical places like Fort Siloso; Southeast Asia’s first 4-dimensional theatre, Sentosa 4D adventure land; official mascot of Singapore, the gigantic Merlion; 2 golf courses, 2 casinos, and a man-made 2 km stretch sheltered beach.

8. Universal Studios

Universal Studios

Go beyond the screen and Ride The Movies at the world-class Universal Studios Singapore! Step into the glamours world of movies and experience 7 different movie themed zones across a 50 acre park. With everything from the world’s tallest duelling roller coasters to battling with Transformers in a spectacular 3D ride, there’s no end to the fun you can have at Universal Studios Singapore!

9. Night Safari

Night Safari

Most kids just love animals, especially the exotic ones that you can only see at the zoo or in remote parts of the world! If you live in Singapore or are just visiting, you are probably reading this article because you are interested in visiting the Singapore Night Safari with your baby, toddler or child and are unsure what to expect.

10. The Maritime Experiential Museum

The Maritime Experiential Museum

Asia is historically known for its rich maritime history and Singapore holds an important position as one of the trading port in Asia. You can experience a back-to-the-past journey to that thriving maritime era at the Maritime Experiential Museum in Sentosa.