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Singapore

Asia's most polished city, and one of the world's great food capitals

Best time
February to April (drier months)
Language
English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil
Currency
SGD (Singapore Dollar)
Timezone
UTC+8 (SGT)
Experiences
31+ available
About Singapore

Singapore punches above its weight in every conceivable category. A city-state smaller than many cities, yet it contains rainforest nature reserves, award-winning architecture, the world's best airport, and a hawker food culture that UNESCO has inscribed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Garden City is more than a nickname - green spaces permeate every neighbourhood, and the integration of nature and urban life is genuinely inspiring.

Top attractions
Gardens by the BayHawker CentresSentosa IslandLittle IndiaMarina Bay SandsSingapore Zoo
Must-try food & drink
  • 01Hainanese chicken rice at Tian Tian
  • 02Chilli crab at Long Beach Seafood
  • 03Laksa at 328 Katong
  • 04Char kway teow at Old Airport Road
Getting around
MRT is world-class. Grab (app) for taxis. Almost everything is walkable within neighbourhoods.
Local tips from travellers

Hawker centres offer some of the best food on the planet at $3-6 per dish.

Chewing gum, smoking in public, and littering carry heavy fines.

Changi Airport is worth arriving early for - it has a waterfall and rooftop pool.

The Night Safari is one of the most unique wildlife experiences in the world.

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Health

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Safety

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