Joanna James
As an Asian holiday hotspot with much to offer, Singapore is an active traveller's dream destination. Here are ten of the most enjoyable things to do during a holiday in the Lion City.
Regarded as the latest innovative garden highlight in Singapore, a tour of the Gardens by the Bay is unlike any stroll down a flower-laden public park. The futuristic enclosure which includes SuperTrees, greenhouses and gravity-defying Sky Walks is the stuff of dreams for nature lovers. From the Flower Dome to the three waterfront gardens, the sheer variety of blooms will surprise visitors.
Often regarded as the best way to sample Singapore's culinary treats, the affordable and highly accessible hawker centres scattered around the city offers tourists a chance to dine like a local. From Kaya toast and coffee to chilli crab and chicken rice, dig into Singapore's finest meal options at these inexpensive food centres.
As one of Singapore's most coveted adventures, visiting the iconic Singapore Zoo in the veil of night is a must for all first time travellers exploring the island. The special tour dedicated to uncovering the zoo's nocturnal creatures is a walk on the wild side like no other.
Universal Studios Singapore is a mammoth theme park of truly global proportions and the only instalment of the L.A based entertainment franchise. Divided into thematic zones based on Hollywood blockbusters including Shrek, Battlestar Galactica and 28 rides to its name, there's much to do and experience in this iconic leisure land.
Revered as one of Asia's premier shopping destinations, Singapore's Orchard Road can be compared to Oxford Street in London or 5th Avenue in New York City in terms of the sheer variety of malls and boutiques occupying its confines. From Orchard Central and Ion Orchard to Paragon and Plaza Singapura and Ngee Ann City, a shopping spree in this area is a great way for those based at Park Hotel Alexandra or any similar hotels near Mapletree business city Singaporeenter link description here to while away their time.
Lined with street food vendors and shops retailing cheap exports from the mainland, Chinatown is a maze of culture and retail possibilities that's beckon to be discovered. Exploring the area's traditional shophouses and wining and dining one's way through the tea houses and restaurants are some of the true joys of a tour of this part of Singapore.
Travellers in search of bargain shopping opportunities in Singapore will find no finer alternative to the retail heartland that is Little India.
Regarded as the ideal way to explore Singapore's downtown region, a cruise on a boat, a traditional bumboat is a unique experience every traveller must encounter.
Home to some of the best bars and restaurants in all of Singapore, Clarke Quay is tailor-made for a night of bar-hopping from local faves the likes of Chupitos Shots Bar to the Crazy Elephant.
Palawan Beach, Siloso and Sentosa Tanjong Beach are just three of the most compelling reasons to enjoy a beach getaway on Singapore's Sentosa Island.
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