Joanna James
Alexandra Road, better known as Bukit Merah (BM), is a central hub in Singapore. The area is a hive of activity, giving you a chance to indulge in water sports and treat the Formula-one lover in you. Here is a list of the best things to do near Alexandra Road for a memorable holiday in Singapore.
The iconic Singapore Grand Prix takes place at the Marina Bay Street Circuit; the track is 5km long and can accommodate 90,000 patrons. For a taste of life in the fast lane, you can head over to the race track to feel the thrill and power of driving a powerful Ferrari or Lamborghini. A few laps around the track is going to get your adrenaline pumping and you are never going to forget the adventure. The track is open from 9 am to 10 pm and can be easily reached from a hotel near Harbourfront Singapore. There are plenty of popular hotels in the area to choose from with the best like Park Hotel Alexandra located just a 16-minute drive from the circuit.
The Adventure Cove Waterpark is home to over 20,000 species of fish, plus a chance to enjoy a whole lot of fun in the water. The park boasts several high-speed waterslides, as well as an Adventure River. A slow sail along the river will take you through fourteen different zones, the most exciting being the tropical jungle. You can hop on the Hydro-Magnetic roller coaster for a hair-raising ride or take it slow and swim with the fishes on a snorkelling adventure exploring the reef.
Sentosa Island is a super place for adventure, fun, and relaxation. Hit Universal Studios to experience your favourite movie moments or kick up an adventure choosing your favourite activity; the choices are pretty wide with the studios boasting rock climbing, rollercoaster rides, river rapids, water rides, a Jurassic world to explore and live shows to keep you entertained. You can even try your luck at the casino there. The beaches of this south coast island are pretty amazing too, so get ready to soak up the sun and swim in the ocean. It's easy to plan a day trip to Sentosa when you stay at a Harbourfront hotel in Singapore.
Popular across Singapore for its range of continental cuisine, Fullerton Waterboat House was established to supply ships with water. Established in 1919, the vintage building is located along the Singapore River. The rooftop bar is extremely popular, especially its range of 'classic bar bites', which are turned out by award-winning chefs from across the world.
Pinnacle@Duxton is a building complex in Singapore. Its 50th-storey skybridge is open to anyone and it overlooks the colourful Chinatown in Singapore. As the tallest structure there, the place offers stunning views of the surroundings all the way to Sentosa Island. Make sure to get there on time to avoid the crowds, and take along your topped up EZ card as it is the only form of payment accepted there (at the time of writing this article).
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