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Singapore

Supertrees that glow at night, the world's best hawker food and luxury hotels redefining infinity pools.

Explore Singapore
1st
Safest city in Asia
40+
Michelin stars
19M
Visitors/year
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About Singapore

Discover Singapore

Singapore is one of the world's most captivating destinations — a city that rewards the curious traveller with extraordinary food, culture and experiences at every turn.

Whether you have a single afternoon or a full week, Singapore reveals itself in layers. The grand landmarks are unmissable, but it's the neighbourhood cafés and local markets that make it unforgettable.

1st
Safest city in Asia
40+
Michelin stars
19M
Visitors/year
SGD · $
Currency
Where to eat

Dining in Singapore

The best restaurants, cafés and food experiences — curated for travellers who eat well.

Authentic
Traditional Restaurant
Local Cuisine · Historic Quarter

Authentic local cooking in a beautiful setting. Ask what the kitchen recommends today.

Views
Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Cocktails & Bites · City Views

The best views in Singapore with excellent drinks and a carefully chosen food menu.

Authentic local
Street Food District
Street Food · Various

The neighbourhood where locals eat standing up. Follow the crowds.

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MUST EAT · FOOD DESTINATION

Lau Pa Sat Hawker Centre

Singapore's most famous hawker centre — 100+ stalls of Michelin-recommended street food under one roof.

🕐 Daily 06:00–22:00 📍 Lau Pa Sat, Raffles Quay 🚶 5 min from Raffles MRT
ADDRESS
Lau Pa Sat, Raffles Quay
HOURS
Daily 06:00–22:00
BEST DAY
Saturday — most vendors
GETTING THERE
5 min from Raffles MRT
BUDGET
SGD 5–20
🍜
Hawker Chan

The world's cheapest Michelin-starred meal — chicken rice from SGD 3.

★ Michelin
🦀
Chilli Crab Stall

Singapore's national dish — mud crab in a sweet, spicy tomato sauce.

Must eat
🍢
Satay After Dark

Charcoal-grilled satay from the famous outdoor stalls. Best after 7pm.

Evening only
🧋
Kopi & Teh

Traditional Singaporean coffee and tea — kopi-o, teh tarik, milo dinosaur.

From SGD 1.20
Must see

What to do in Singapore

The essential experiences that define Singapore.

01
🏛️
Main Museum

The essential introduction to Singapore's history and culture. Allow 2-3 hours.

Check opening hours
02
🌿
Central Park / Garden

Where locals come to breathe. Perfect for a morning walk or afternoon picnic.

Usually free
03
Historic Cathedral

The architectural heart of Singapore — centuries of history in stone and glass.

Check admission
04
🏘️
Old Town

The medieval streets at the heart of Singapore. Get lost here — it's the best way to understand the city.

Free · All day
05
🎨
Art Museum

The finest collection of local and international art in the region.

Check hours
06
🌊
Waterfront / Viewpoint

The view that every visitor to Singapore takes home with them.

Free
07
🎭
Cultural Centre

The living pulse of Singapore's contemporary culture.

Varies
08
🛒
Main Market

Come in the morning for the best selection of local produce.

Morning hours
Insider knowledge

Local tips for Singapore

What guidebooks don't tell you — straight from people who know Singapore well.

01
Learn a few words in English

"Hello", "thank you" and "the bill please" in the local language will open more doors than any guidebook.

02
Currency is SGD · $

Always pay in local currency and decline dynamic currency conversion.

03
Eat where locals eat

Walk two streets away from the main tourist area. The best meals are rarely on the main square.

04
Visit early or late

The most popular attractions are best before 9am or after 4pm.

05
Ask at your hotel

The best recommendations always come from locals — hotel staff, taxi drivers, market vendors.

06
Keep cash on you

Even in digital-first cities, cash is always useful for markets and small cafés.

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Getting around

Transport in Singapore

How to navigate Singapore like a local.

🚇
Public Transport

The fastest and cheapest way to move around Singapore.

Local rates
🚕
Taxi / Rideshare

Available throughout the city via app. Reliable for longer journeys.

Varies
🚶
On foot

The city centre of Singapore is very walkable.

Free
✈️
From the Airport

Multiple transport options from the airport to the city centre.

Varies
Useful phrases in English
Hello
Local greeting
Thank you
Gratitude
The bill, please
Paying at restaurants
Do you speak English?
Language help
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