29 Best Places to Visit in Singapore

Singapore is a popular tourist destination filled with a host of glamorous attractions and activities. An assortment of museums, scenic gardens, theme-based adventure parks, and culinary explorations constitute a conglomeration of some of the best places to visit in Singapore.

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Singapore’s uniqueness lies in its blend of natural landscapes, lush greeneries, islands, culinary delights, architectural wonders and malls. Here is the list of the top tourist places to visit in Singapore that you must not miss out on your bucket list.

Singapore offers a wide variety of tourist places where you can explore the best natural and man-made wonders:

1. Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa

A renowned theme park in Singapore, Universal Studios is located in Resorts World Sentosa. It is the first movie-themed amusement park in Southeast Asia operated by NBC Universal as part of its theme park unit. The park has a total of 28 rides, with some exciting games and activities such as the duelling roller-coaster rides. You can opt for a bus or train from the Harbourfront station.

• Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: S$79 (for adults and children 13 years and older); S$59 (for children between 4 and 12 years of age); S$41 (for senior citizens)

2. SEA Aquarium, Sentosa

Located on Sentosa Island, the Southeast Asian Aquarium is among the largest aquariums globally. It has a host of underwater species,  housing over 100,000 species of underwater creatures like leopard sharks and manta rays. You can take the Sentosa Express to reach here via train or opt for a bus or taxi from Harbourfront.

• Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: S$188 (for adults) and S$128 (for children)

3. Trick Eye Museum, Sentosa

Trick Eye Museum is a famous tourist attraction in Singapore which is a place of optical art. Here mainly, you can enjoy watching 3D shows or AR features. The immersive sound, light and effects will take you to a different world and fill you with thrill and excitement.

• Location: 26 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 9 pm
• Entry Fees: S$18 (for adults) and S$10 (for children)

4. Underwater World, Sentosa

Underwater World is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Singapore. It is an oceanarium that can let you watch a huge variety of marine creatures. You will be able to explore the beautiful underwater view and will be thrilled by spotting the sea creatures passing by it.

• Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: S$29.90 (for adults); S$20.60 (for children aged 3 to 12 years)

5. Gardens By the Bay, Marina Gardens

A water enthusiast's delight, Gardens By the Bay is ideal for a blissful walk with your loved ones, owing to its picturesque surroundings. Spread across an area of 101 hectares, the botanic garden is home to a whopping 4,00,000 plants. You can reach here either by train and bus via the Downtown and East-West Line or opt for a car.

• Location: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore
• Timings: 5 am to 2 am (Monday to Sunday) and 9 am to 9 pm (for conservatories and OCBC Skyway)
• Entry Fees: Free for outdoor gardens, S$28 for adults and S$15 for children (conservatories), and S$5 for adults and S$3 for children (for skyway)

6. Botanical Gardens, Cluny Road

Botanical Gardens is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Singapore that has and also a famous tourist attraction. The place is a perfect adobe for nature lovers with its amazing set up of natural plantation. You can enjoy a nice day trip here and also visit the nearby attractions.

• Location: 1 Cluny Rd, Singapore
• Timings: 5 am to 12 pm
• Entry Fees: Free

7. MacRitchie Reservoir, Venus Drive

MacRitchie Reservoir is a great place for having a relaxing day trip. This is actually a rainwater reservoir with greenery surrounding it. You can also enjoy boating and other water sports here. Apart from this, you will also have a  chance to taste great food here.

• Location: Venus Drive Entrance, Singapore
• Timings: 9 am to 5 pm
• Entry Fees: Free

8. Merlion Park, Fullerton Road

An iconic park that finds a place among the top tourist places in Singapore, Merlion Park is known for its 2 Merlion statues. Located in and around Marina Bay, the statue represents the mythical creature Merlion, who had the body of a fish alongside a lion's head. You can travel to Merlion Park by taking a bus or cab or opting for the monorail from the Raffles Place MRT station.

• Location: 1 Fullerton Road, Singapore
• Timings: 24x7
• Entry Fees: Free

9. Singapore Cable Car, Harbour Front

You can get mesmerising views of Singapore over the top by riding cable cars. It is also an important transport system in Singapore. Every tourist must consider visiting Singapore Cable Car to get a unique experience of Singapore tourism.

• Location: Harbour Front, Tower 2, Singapore
• Timings: 9 am to 5 pm
• Entry Fees: S$28 (for adults) and S$20 (for children aged 4 to 12 years of age)

10. Singapore Flyer, Raffles Ave

It is the tallest Ferris wheel ride in Singapore and one of the greatest tourist attractions. There are air-conditioned capsules on this ride with a holding capacity of 28 people. The city view from the top will make you excited and mesmerise you with its beauty.

• Location: 30 Raffles Ave, Singapore
• Timings: 8:30 am to 10:30 pm
• Entry Fees: S$33 (for adults), S$21 (for children aged 3 to 12 years of age), and S$24 (for senior citizens)

Here are a bunch of wildlife destinations in Singapore that you should not miss while visiting the country:

11. Night Safari Nocturnal Wildlife Park, Mandai Lake Road

Night Safari Nocturnal Wildlife Park is a great tourist spot in Singapore and perfect for watching the thrilling nightlife of different types of animals. The wildlife park is home to a huge number of animals, including the Malayan Tapir and Malayan Tiger. There are different trails in this wildlife park which hold special attractions.

• Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore
• Timings: 8:30 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: S$45 (for adults), S$37 (for children), and S$18 (for senior citizens)

12. River Safari, Mandai Lake Road

River Safari is one of the most-visited places in Singapore because of the variety of wildlife present here. The park is famous for the red pandas, and you can also spot 40 extinct species here. The park is home to 6000 animals, and it also has the world’s largest freshwater aquarium.

• Location:  80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: S$27 (for adults), S$18 (for children) and S$14 (for senior citizens)

13. The Singapore Zoo, Mandai Lake Road

One of the most renowned tourist attractions in Singapore, the zoo is known for housing more than 2800 types of animals across 300 species. This zoo has multiple activities for tourists, such as animal shows and feeding sessions, among others. It also has one of the largest colonies of orangutans globally. You can reach the zoo through the MRT subway or bus.

• Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore
• Timings: 8:30 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: S$37 (for adults) and S$25 (for children)

14. Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Hindhede Dr

This wildlife reserve is a great place for nature lovers as there are multiple flora and fauna in this region. Monkeys are prevalent in this wildlife park. Apart from spotting wild animals and monkeys, you can also spot turtles in this park. In addition, the park is situated at 163 m height, so you can also have a trekking trail here.

• Location:  Hindhede Dr, Singapore
• Timings: 7 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: Free

15. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Neo Tiew Cres

A great destination for birdwatchers, Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is one of the most visited wildlife sanctuaries in Singapore. Apart from birds, you can also watch crocodiles in this nature reserve. Altogether, the park is a great spot for spending a nice day trip.

• Location:  301 Neo Tiew Cres, Singapore
• Timings: 7 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: S$3 (for adults) and S$1 (for senior citizens)

16. Jurong Bird Park, Jurong Hill

Jurong Bird Park is a famous weekend destination in Singapore with all different types of luxurious modern facilities. You can spot over 600 types of birds in this place and also take a guided tour to learn about them properly. In addition, there are nearby attractions, such as Gardens of Bay, Marina Bay Sands, etc., that you can enjoy having more fun.

• Location:  2 Jurong Hill, Singapore
• Timings: 8:30 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: S$30 (for adults) and S$20 (for children)

17. Punggol Waterway Park, Sentul Cres

It is a riverside park and a famous spot for watching different types of birds. Apart from this, this place is very tranquil and perfect for a short refreshing day trip. Nature walks, and photography is some activities that you can do here.

• Location:  Sentul Cres, Singapore
• Timings: Throughout the day
• Entry Fees: Free

18. Mandai Birds Sanctuary, Neo Tiew Lane

Mandai Birds Sanctuary is an amazing place in Singapore for being home to more than 125 species of exotic birds. In addition, you can also spot some rare birds here, such as macaws, lories, cockatoos etc. The park also plays a great role in bird conservation.

•  Location: 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2 Singapore
• Timings: 12 pm to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: S$37 (for adults) and S$25 (for children)

19. Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom, Imbiah Road

Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom is another great instance of a perfect vacation place amidst nature. The place has a lot to offer the tourists with its refreshing natural set-up. Moreover, kids can find different types of fun here. You can spot a variety of butterflies and insects and also enjoy nature photography here.

• Location:  51 Imbiah Road, Sentosa
• Timings: 2 pm to 5 pm
• Entry Fees: S$49 (for adults), S$14.40 (for children)

20. National Orchid Garden, Cluny Road

National Orchid Garden is extended over a huge area and is quite popular among nature lovers. The place is an abode to explore varieties of flora, both hybrid and naturally grown. The seasonal change makes the garden more colourful, and you can come here at any time to experience the unique part of it.

• Location:  Cluny Road, Singapore Botanic Garden
• Timings: 8:30 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: S$5 (for adults)

Here are some of the relaxing and fun tourist places in Singapore that you can add to your itinerary:

21. Royal Albatross Sunset Trail, Sentosa

Nothing can be more pleasurable than a relaxing cruise amidst the blue sea, and Royal Albatros Sunset Trail is a great option for this. In addition, this can be an amazing destination for the honeymoon as well. Delicious food, a luxurious ambience and all sorts of modern cruising facilities are available on this cruise.

• Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 10 pm every day
• Entry Fees: S$225 (for adults), S$125 (for children 0-12 years)

22. Sentosa Island, Bukit Manis

Located on the southern coast of the city, Sentosa is a top tourist attraction in Singapore. It has a host of attractive features, such as sun-washed beaches, amusement parks, and spas. You can even explore the butterfly garden and enjoy the live music at the beach clubs. Tourists can easily travel to Sentosa since it is situated just 10-20 minutes away from Singapore. You can either choose to walk or take a bus or cable car and reach Sentosa easily.

• Location: 2 Bukit Manis Road, Singapore
• Timings: Open 24x7
• Entry Fees: Free

23. Siloso Beach, Imbiah

One of the most visited and beautiful beaches in Singapore is Siloso which is also very popular for the new year celebration. There are several beautiful hotels, bars and restaurants in this region offering you every kind of modern facility. You can enjoy a lovely day trip on this beach and also do swimming and water activities.

• Location: 51 Imbiah Walk, Sentosa,
• Timings: Throughout the day
• Entry Fees: Free

24. Tanjong Beach, Tanjong

The beach attracts nature lovers from all over the world. There are multiple fun activities available to do in Tanjong Beach, which you can explore with your friends and family. The sky here changes colours beautifully with every arrival of dusk. Further, there are great restaurants in this region, making it one of the best places for foodies.

• Location: 120 Tanjong Beach Walk
• Timings: Throughout the day
• Entry Fees: Free

25. Marina Bay Sands, Bayfront Ave

One of the best places to visit in Singapore, this resort-cum-hotel complex is considered home to the world's biggest standalone casino. Spread across 55 stories, it also has a scenic infinity pool, which is also the world's largest of its kind. You can reach the hotel through the monorail or hire a taxi cab from Bayfront Avenue outside the hotel's 3rd tower.

• Location: 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore
• Timings: 9:30 am to 10 pm (Monday to Thursday); 9:30 am to 11 pm (Friday to Sunday)
• Entry Fees: S$23 (for adults), S$17 (for children 2-12 years), and S$20 (for senior citizens)

Visit the spots that depict the history and culture of Singapore; you will appreciate the place more and bond with it.

26. Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Imbiah Road

This is a world-famous place for watching the marvellous statues of different global celebrities. The museum showcases the flawless depiction of the sculptures of famous figures. You can have a nice day trip to this museum.

• Location: 40 Imbiah Road, Sentosa Island, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. 10 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays
• Entry Fees: S$54.55 (standard entry pack)

27. National Museum, Stamford Road

Ideal for history enthusiasts, the National Museum has countless historical artefacts and exhibits. It is the country's oldest museum, providing a glimpse of Singapore's glorious past.  The museum also hosts multiple festivals around the year and can be reached via a train from any of the following stations: Dhoby Ghaut, City Hall, or Basah. You can also take a bus from YMCA or book a car taxi to reach the museum.

• Location: 93 Stamford Road, Singapore
• Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: Free (only for Singaporeans and children under 6 years of age); for others - S$15 (for adults) and S$10 (for seniors/students)

28. OCBC Skyway, Marina Gardens

Located in the Gardens By the Bay area, the OCBC Skyway is among the best tourist places in Singapore. With a 128-metre-long walkway, it connects 6 supertree groves. If you're a fan of skyscrapers, you can witness the enthralling beauty of Gardens By the Bay and Marina Bay from up here. It is also popular for the live light and sound shows conducted here. You can get here by taking a metro or a bus.

• Location: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore
• Timings: 9 am to 9 pm
• Entry Fees: S$8 (for adults) and S$5 (for children between 3 and 12 years of age)

29. Sands SkyPark, Marina Bay

This picturesque observation deck is situated in and around Marina Bay Sands, lying on the top of 3 hotel towers. Sands SkyPark is situated on the 57th floor, providing a 360-degree, wholesome overview of the entire city. You can take a monorail to Bayfront Station and then walk to the Marina Bay Sands hotel tower.

• Location: 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore
• Timings: 11 am to 9 pm
• Entry Fees: S$26 (for adults), S$23 (for senior citizens), and S$20 (for children)