What Is Singapore Famous for?

People often say Singapore is where the wealthy hang out, and there's no denying the place looks rich. But it's not all about swanky shops, posh hotels, and expensive food. There's also a lot of history and different neighbourhoods to explore. If you’re after some tips on what to do and where to go, have a look at this list of the best things to see in Singapore.

Marina Bay Sands

The swanky Marina Bay Sands is like a mini-city. It's home to a hotel, a shopping centre with its own river inside, the ArtScience Museum, and the Marina Bay Sands Skypark Observation Deck – it's a great spot to see the whole of Singapore. From up here, you can see the docks, the Gardens by the Bay, and the city's skyline. If you're feeling a bit hungry, there's a rooftop cafe for a bite or a brew. There’s a souvenir shop too. The flashiness of Marina Bay Sands pretty much sums up Singapore.

Gardens by the Bay

Once you've had a peek at this lush park from the top of Marina Bay Sands, you'll want to get closer. Have a stroll around the Bay East Garden – it's a great spot to see a variety of plants and for getting a break from the city hustle.

You should definitely swing by the Supertree Grove. This is where you'll see these massive tree-like structures that are eco-friendly and futuristic. Afterwards, head over to the Cloud Forest Dome, which features the world's tallest waterfall indoors.

Thinking of heading to Gardens by the Bay? Have a look at their website for ticket prices and operating hours. Moreover, the place is located just a 10-minute car drive from lyf Farrer Park Singapore, so if you want to stay at a shared apartment in Singapore, you’re sure to find one near Gardens by the Bay. This means you'll be in a prime spot to explore other attractions in Singapore as well.

Singapore Zoo

Touting itself as the world's top rainforest zoo, the Singapore Zoo is one of the must-see attractions in Singapore. It's tidy and welcoming, and the animals look well looked after, with loads of greenery and space to roam.

The orangutans are a real highlight. You can see the little ones and the grown-ups swinging high up and munching on fruit. The zoo is also home to groups of chimps, zebras, meerkats, mole rats, white tigers, and kangaroos.

You can catch some of the animals being fed if you time it right. Remember, you'll need a good three hours to have a good look around.

Singapore Flyer

If the Marina Bay Sands observation deck doesn't quite tickle your fancy, how about high tea with a view from the Singapore Flyer, the world's biggest observation wheel? You have a few options where they'll treat you like royalty while you gaze out not just over Singapore but all the way to places like Indonesia's Spice Islands and Malaysia's Straits of Johor.

Each spin lasts about 30 minutes, and they start early and go on until late – it's up to you to decide whether you want to see Singapore starting its day or all lit up at night.

There are a few ticket deals to pick from, and they all throw in the Journey of Dreams exhibit, which is all about Singapore's story and how the Singapore Flyer came to be.

Chinatown

With its cosy family-run shops, proper Chinese grub, and bold red lanterns, Chinatown offers an experience to remember. You can have a look at the Chinese Heritage Centre and also spot the striking Sri Mariamman Hindu temple.

Don't miss the Buddha Tooth Relic temple. If you're an early bird, you can catch the morning drum ceremony. If not, don’t worry; you can just swing by in the evening.

To make things easier for you, they've dotted info boards all over the place in English, Japanese, and simplified Chinese. So navigating this bustling locale presents no challenge.