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Singapore travel guide

Plan a trip to Singapore: what to eat, where to stay, the best day trips and ready-made day-by-day plans.

What to eat in SingaporeLocal dishes, food streets and markets. See all Where to stay in SingaporeThe best areas to stay and who they suit. See all Day trips from SingaporePlaces to visit in a day, with distances and a map. See all

What to eat in Singapore

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Chicken Rice

Steamed or roasted chicken with fragrant rice, served at lunch and dinner in hawker centres.

Laksa

Coconut‑milk based noodle soup with shrimp or chicken, popular for breakfast or rainy days.

Char Kway Teow

Flat rice noodles stir‑fried with soy, egg, prawns and Chinese sausage, a hawker favourite.

Hainanese Curry Rice

Rice topped with pork chop, braised cabbage and rich curry, eaten at lunch.

Where to stay in Singapore

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1 Orchard Road shopper

Close to malls, dining and nightlife; convenient MRT access.
2 Marina Bay luxury traveler

Iconic skyline, waterfront promenade and upscale hotels.
3 Bugis budget backpacker

Vibrant street market, cheap hostels and good MRT links.
4 Sentosa Island family resort

Beach resorts, theme parks and quieter evenings away from the city core.

Day trips from Singapore

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Johor Bahru City Centre 21 km

A border town with shopping malls and easy train access, good for a quick cross‑border visit

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque 21 km

A historic mosque with colonial architecture and sea views, open to visitors outside prayer times

Desaru Beach 54 km

A quiet stretch of sand with modest facilities, popular for a relaxed beach walk

Kota Tinggi Waterfalls 60 km

A 30‑metre cascade surrounded by jungle, reachable via a short hike

Best time to visit

Jan 29°
Feb 31°
Mar 30°
Apr 30°
May 32°
Jun 32°
Jul 31°
Aug 30°
Sep 30°
Oct 31°
Nov 31°
Dec 30°

Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.

Plan your trip to Singapore

Turn this into a day-by-day plan with Triptime AI, or start from a ready-made one.

See the ready-made plan Plan 4 days in Singapore Layover in Singapore What to pack in October

Ready-made plans for Singapore

4 Days in Singapore: Gardens by the Bay, Hawker Food & Marina Bay Singapore · 4 days

Questions about Singapore

What is the best time to visit hawker centres?

Early evenings (6‑8 pm) are busiest, but arriving before 6 pm avoids long waits.

Do I need to bring cash for food?

Most hawker stalls accept cash; many also take contactless cards or mobile payments.

Is it safe to stay in the city centre at night?

Singapore is very safe; standard precautions against pickpockets in crowded areas are enough.

Can I get Wi‑Fi in most hotels?

Free Wi‑Fi is standard in most hotels and many public areas, but check the rate details for any limits.