20 BEST TOURIST PLACES IN SINGAPORE!

Singapore, in recent years, has emerged as a major tourist attraction of all times. Situated in the southeast of Asia, this country will take its visitors by surprise with the number of places and things that can be done here! So, let us take a look at 15 Best places to pay a visit to when in Singapore:

   1. MARINA BAY SANDS

This place is the most expensive when it comes to a resort. Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort facing Marina Bay. The resort consists of several rooms and is costly. While visiting Singapore, this place is a must-visit.

   2. GARDENS BY THE BAY

Gardens by the Bay is a paradise for nature lovers. This garden comprises of several independent areas within the garden, namely Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden and Bay Central Garden. Spread over 101 hectares of land, this place comprising of lush greenery and waterfalls is a paradise for all the nature lovers. This garden is vibrantly beautiful, with different coloured flowers and plants.

   3. SENTOSA

Sentosa is a beautiful island in the country of Singapore, that is famous for its magnificent beauty. Sentosa, popularly called as the State of Fun, has several water parks, beaches and various adventurous activities that one can try out here. This place is perpetually visited by approximately 20 million people every year.

• Location: Google Maps: Sentosa Island
• Fun Fact: This Island has the world-famous wax statue harbour that is, Madame Tussauds.

   4. MERLION PARK

Located in the Downtown Core district of Singapore, this place park is an iconic landmark of Singapore and is thronged by a large number of tourists every year. The Merlion statue has come to be its iconic landmark over the years. Merlion means ‘Mer’ which means sea and lion. The statue consists of a fish body and the face of a lion. This symbolises the history of Singapore as a fishing village (Temasek). The statue stands tall at 8.6 meters and pours water from its mouth. One can click pictures, take a stroll, admire the bay and enjoy the light show.

   5. UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE

Located on the great Sentosa Island, Universal Studios is a theme park, which is full of adventurous activities. This place takes you on a ride through Hollywood setups, roller coaster rides and other adventurous activities like live movie scenes that are a must when you visit Singapore.

   6. SINGAPORE FLYER

This prominent place of tourist attraction is located in the Downtown Core district of Singapore. Situated at about 165 meters from the ground, this giant observation wheel will take you to witness the panoramic view of Singapore’s Marina Bay. The glass capsules are fully air-conditioned, providing you with a unique dining experience at an elevation.  Also do not forget to experience the various foods stall once on the ground, that sells delicious delicacies—visiting this enormous place when in Singapore is a must.

• Location: Google Maps: 30 Raffles Ave, Singapore
• Fun Fact: the construction of the flyer, took about two and a half years.

   7. Orchard Road

Orchard Road is Singapore’s retail road that is a major place where tourists purchase goods at affordable prices. This road is exceptionally famous for various outlets of clothes, boutiques, eateries selling different delicacies, this place will offer you everything that you are looking for. From High brand outlets to affordable local houseware and other commodities, this road provides you everything under one roof!

   8. NIGHT SAFARI

This zoo in Singapore is a first of its kind Nocturnal zoo, whose shutters open after dusk at night! This zoo has more than nine hundred species of animals, and some are also endangered.  This zoo will make you aware of how the animals are during the night, and you will experience a thrill like never before!

• Location: Google Maps: 80 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore
• Fun Fact: Approximately over 1.4 million people visit this zoo annually.

   9. SINGAPORE BOTANIC GARDENS

This garden, located on the fringe of the Orchard’s Road, is one of the famous parks that is approximately 161 years old! It is the world’s only tropical garden to be listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This garden has a wide variety of tropical flora that doesn’t fail to enchant you. From the fish ponds to the swan lake, this garden has several beautiful places to pay a visit to.

   10. SINGAPORE ZOO

Also known previously as Mandai Zoo, but now known as the Singapore Zoo is on an area of about 28 hectares of land. Consisting of more than 300 species of flora and wild animals, several activities can be undertaken here, to witness the diversity of the zoo.

   11. CLARKE QUAY

Clarke Quay is famous for its waterside restaurants, clubs and bars etc. This place is also renowned for several other sites. There are many places to visit and see like the Stamford Raffles, the museum and much more.

   12. BUDDHA TOOTH RELIC

Located in the Chinatown district of Singapore, this is a famous Buddha temple and a museum. This temple is characterised by stunning floors having beautiful architectures, having Buddha statues and nagas, makes this place attractive.

   13. SULTAN MOSQUE

Located in Rochar District of Singapore, the Sultan Mosque or Masjid Sultan is named after Hussain Shah. It is said that this holy place represents the solidarity which unites the Muslims of Singapore. The Indo-Saracenic style of architecture greatly influences this mosque. The mosque contains two ogee shaped golden domes that make it stand out.

   14. SILOSO BEACH

Located in Sentosa, Siloso Beach is a perfect place for those who want to have a day out from the chaos and busy life in Singapore. This beach is clean, with sandy soil, dreamy waves and a clear sky. Many water sport activities are offered here, and it also has many clubs, eateries and bars.

• Location: Google Maps: Siloso Beach Walk, Singapore
• Fun Fact: The sand from this beach was imported from Australia!

   15. SEA AQUARIUM

S.E.A Aquarium located in Sentosa Singapore is among Southeast Asia‘s largest sea aquariums. It offers an unique opportunity to explore the underwater world. From sharks, sting ray, dolphins to jelly fish you can find several marine animals under one roof. The aquarium has a total of 100000 marine animals across 800 species.

   16. BUTTERFLY AND INSECT KINGDOM

Butterfly and insect kingdom is a beautiful place for all nature lovers. One will get to witness the exotic nature and the diverse flora and fauna here. Some rare species like stinging scorpions and giant beetles are the sights to behold! Over 1500 species of butterflies and 3000 species of insects are found here! Hence this place is a must-visit!

   17. MADAME TUSSAUDS SINGAPORE

Officially opened in 2014, this wax museum is one of the many branches that are present across several countries. This museum has over the years, become one of the major tourist attractions. Madame Tussauds Singapore consists of wax statues of various celebrities and celebrates their journey and fame. Hence when in Singapore, this museum should be a part of your to-do-list.

   18. THIAN HONG KENG TEMPLE

Dedicated to the Chinese Sea Goddess Mazu. The Thian Hong Keng Temple is one of the oldest and has beautiful architecture and designs. Its architecture is said to be the ancient southern Chinese style and is a must-visit in Singapore.

   19. ST. JOHN’S ISLAND

Located in Singapore, the St. John island is the largest southern islands in Singapore. Situated amidst lush greenery and beautiful atmosphere, this island is a perfect destination for a family outing! Get your tickets through our website and catch the St John’s island ferry from Marina South Pier.

   20. JEWEL CHANGI AIRPORT

The World’s Tallest Indoor Waterfall – is the centrepiece of Singapore‘s Changi Airport. As Singapore experiences frequent thunderstorms, so the Rain Vortex has been designed to funnel rainwater at a rate of 10,000 gallons per minute. The water stream will naturally cool the air under the dome, with the captured water will be re-used in the building. Also, there are several eating points, shops and other activities to spend some layover time.

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