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The Singapore cityscape looks like it was ripped from the pages of a science fiction comic book. If you’re hungry for a true Singapore experience, sample the myriad street foods or take a cultural cooking class. The Botanic Gardens and the Gardens By the Bay offer a slice of horticultural heaven, and the observation deck of the Sands SkyPark makes you feel like you’re high above the clouds. The banks and walkways along the Singapore River bustle with local activity.
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1. Battlebox
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,477 reviews
A former underground command centre in Fort Canning Hill, the Battlebox was part of the Malaya Command Headquarters during World War II. It was here that Lt-Gen Percival made the fateful decision to surrender Singapore to the Japanese on 15 February 1942. Journey back in time to 1942 and discover the true causes of the Fall of Singapore and learn how an underground command centre functioned during the war.
Reviewed By RNoonan - Calgary, Canada
February 15, 1942 was the fateful day that British Officers surrendered Singapore to the invading Japanese Armed forces. The Battle Box complex located in Fort Canning Park was part of the British Command Headquarters during World War II and provides a very real reenactment of the events that lead up to and during that fateful day. The guide we had was very knowledgeable and provided insight and commentary on the invasion of both Malaya and Singapore. Well worth taking in for both history buffs and those wishing to be better informed on the tragic events that occurred in Singapore during that period.
2. Asian Civilisations Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,193 reviews
The Asian Civilisations Museum is devoted to exploring the rich artistic heritage of Asia, especially the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans. Founded in 1993 and in its present building by the Singapore River since 2003, the museum traces its roots to the Raffles Museum, founded in the middle of the 19th century. ACM focuses on the many historical connections between the cultures of Asia, and between Asia and the world. Singapore’s history as a port city that brought people together from all over the world is used as a means of examining the history of Asia. Special exhibitions bring magnificent objects from around the world to our Singapore audience. Programmes like the annual River Nights encourage visitors to connect more closely with culture and the arts.
Reviewed By CatLadyPride
I walked past this place on my way to Marina Bay and got curious. I was not disappointed! The shipwreck exhibition is fascinating, as is the one of ink paintings. I also enjoyed the history of religion in Singapore and the trade in Singapore. There was a free guided tour with a museum volunteer, who was just so delightfully, endearingly enthusiastic about everything. Really great visit, would wholeheartedly recommend.
3. Singapore Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19,805 reviews
This national park is open daily and features beautiful lakes, animals, flowers and plants, including one of the region's first rubber tree orchards.
Reviewed By 2GuysSW
Wow! …this place is just beautiful. The word ‘gardens’ rather understates what this place is – there are so many different areas illustrating different plant life – evolution garden, rain forest, palms, healing garden, sun garden, fragrant garden, bonsai garden etc ...and there are also beautiful lakes and open spaces. It occupies a vast area and there is so much to see so we advise arriving early to give you enough time to enjoy and fully explore this attraction. Time constraints meant that we didn’t visit here when we were in Singapore last year and so it was on the top of our ‘must do’ list on this visit. It is so beautiful – well laid out and beautifully maintained and cared for. The National Orchid Garden is located in the Botanic Gardens and is a mass of so many different shapes and colours of orchids – you don’t know what to look at first! There are several cafes and restaurants dotted around the site (we had mid-morning tea/coffee and also a delicious salad for a late lunch at Bee’s Knees). A really enjoyable experience.
4. Jurong Bird Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,212 reviews
Fly in to Asia's largest bird paradise and feast your senses on over 3500 colourful birds across 400 species. Spanning over 20.2 Hectares of naturalistic habitats and giant walk-in aviaries, enjoy close interactions with the feathered residents at daily feeding sessions and be tickled by their show-stopping antics in exciting bird shows. Enjoy sumptuous Asian buffet lunch in the company of talented parrots and get wild and wet at the kids-friendly bird-themed playground.
Reviewed By Wenz1963 - Sunshine Coast, Australia
The high flyers show was one of the highlights for us, such an interesting, funny and informative session, we thoroughly enjoyed it, The other particular highlight, was feeding the parrots nectar although the little beggars can bite hard!! A well laid out and beautifully kept park with lots of keepers to give information of various birds. Would visit again
5. Singapore Cable Car
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,173 reviews
The breath-taking connection between Faber Peak Singapore and Sentosa Island Established since 1974, Singapore Cable Car is the nation's first and only cableway that links Faber Peak on mainland Singapore to the island resort of Sentosa, before flying you to the Merlion or the sandy beach at Siloso. Today, the cable car rides are enjoyed across a Cable Car Sky Network of more than 100 cabins spanning almost 5 kilometres on the Mount Faber Line and the Sentosa Line. A 'joyride' across the Cable Car Sky Network offers a 360-degree aerial and visual treat of the entire Sentosa-HarbourFront skyline and the resort island. The scenery transforms as the cabins soar above the forest, through a skyscraper, over the harbour and travel across the jungle, sand and sea. Our passionate service ambassadors are on hand to create happy moments for all cable car joyriders. Singapore Cable Car Opening Hours: From 8.45am to 10pm (Last boarding: 9.30pm)
Reviewed By VickiT719 - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
This is a must if your visiting Singapore, so well organised and amazing views we had a ticket that gave us the option to hop on and hop off whenever we wanted to, the trip to Sentosa island is fantastic, such a beautiful place beaches are stunning and then you have universal studios, what a great day out no matter what age
6. East Coast Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,217 reviews
The city’s most popular stretch of beach always buzzes with activity – even when it’s not playing host to the wide spectrum of sporting events that grace its shores regularly, like the Singapore Marathon and Xtreme Championship.
Reviewed By Ginnyleeinwonderland - Hai Phong, Vietnam
I like this place a lot. It was a really good place to enjoy a holiday or free time alone or with friends and family. The beach was clean with blue sky. I came all the way down from Burgis to East coast park for sunset but instead of seeing sunset, I saw the light from heaven and it was gorgeous. Many people were there for outdoor activities such as going picnic, playing soccer, going fishing, etc. It was so close to the airport so that I could see airplanes flying around and sometimes I could see the logo of the airlines really clear. It was interesting. Although it was close to the airport, we couldn't hear any sound from the airplane. Outside, we could see many huge ships which carrying goods but there was no trace of oil on water and that was amazing. If you are in SG, you should visit East coast park
7. National Orchid Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13,815 reviews
Reviewed By NinaShenoy - India, null
Different colorful varieties of orchids .Takes little more than an hour to go around and look at all the wonderful orchids .Well maintained garden .Entry fee is around 5 SGD.Best to take a GRAB cab directly to the entrance closest to the orchid garden otherwise the walking is a bit too much .Visited the place in October, it was extremely humid and the heat was unbearable .Better to carry an umbrella or check the weather forecast since the weather is unpredictable .The place is worth the visit if you love flowers and greenery , compared to the other expensive tourist sites the entry fee is very reasonable .They have an memento shop with different showpieces and key chains etc with preserved orchids .The counter staff are quite rude.
8. Singapore Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22,358 reviews
Set in a rainforest environment, Singapore Zoo is home to over 2,800 animals from over 300 species of mammals, birds and reptiles. The park also boasts the world's first free-ranging orang utan habitat in a zoo. Delight in an exciting outdoor feast at Jungle Breakfast with Wildlife, an internationally acclaimed, award-winning programme that offers exhilarating experience with orangutans. The fun is endless with interesting animal presentations, photography with animals and more!
Reviewed By gct62
We visited this amazing zoo whilst in Singapore and have to say what a great place to visit, we also stayed on for the Night Safari which was also excellent, highly recommend visiting to anyone touring Singapore.
9. Clarke Quay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,392 reviews
Reviewed By herwanderlustlens - Singapore, Singapore
Take a leisure walk between Boat Quay and Clarke Quay and enjoy the view. Clarke Quay is by the Singapore River, crowded every night, a lots clubs, restaurants, bars and live bands. It was full of people and music both locals and foreigners! One of the great place for nightlife in Singapore. Enjoy a River Cruise from Clarke Quay (Fort Canning jetty) to cruise along Singapore River and stop at (Eu Tong Seng Jetty / Bayfront North Jetty or Raffles Place Jetty. The duration is 40 mins. At cost of $25(adult) / $15 (child). Clarke Quay Nearby 2 MRT stations - FORT CANNING STATION (Downtown Line) & CLARKE QUAY (North East Line) Boat Quay nearby 1 MRT station - RAFFLES PLACE (EW14 on the East-West line, and NS26 on the North-South line.) Take mrt Exit G, cut through UOB Plaza and you're there
10. National Museum of Singapore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,817 reviews
With a history dating back to its inception in 1887, the National Museum of Singapore is the nation's oldest museum with a progressive mind. Its galleries adopt cutting-edge and multi-perspective ways of presenting history and culture to redefine conventional museum experience. A cultural and architectural landmark in Singapore, the Museum hosts innovative festivals and events all year round-the dynamic Night Festival, visually arresting art installations, as well as amazing performances and film screenings-in addition to presenting thought-provoking exhibitions involving critically important collections of artefacts. The programming is supported by a wide range of facilities and services including F&B, retail and a Resource Centre. The National Museum of Singapore re-opened in December 2006 after a three-year redevelopment, and celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2012. The Museum refreshed its permanent galleries and re-opened them on 19 September 2015 for Singapore's Golden Jubilee.
Reviewed By NYKGMGTGSG - New York City, United States
The National Museum offered us a great tour of the history of Singapore, its people and the melting pot culture that co-exists. What a delightful surprise you will have, the staid, conservative exterior is an interesting contrast tot he modern tour you take through the Museum. We especially enjoyed the special exhibit, visual extravaganza to delight your senses! I would recommend planning to spend a long afternoon here.
