Joanna James
Sure, most places look amazing during Christmas, but can you imagine how the nighttime activities in Singapore will look, under the glistening lights that decorate the city? Read on to know what you can do to enjoy the Christmas decor like a pro!
Head to 18, Marine Gardens Drive, for the most vibrant Christmas show ever. The show is featured all week at 7:45 pm and 8:45 pm. Here, you’ll witness the Gardens by the Bay flare up with its many lights! This free show, involving an incredible light performance, is a must-see! The music and vibrant lights just bring the atmosphere to life. What's more? The show is based on a theme. Recently a Star Wars-themed light show was added too! So, if you’re one of the many Star Wars fans, then you know where to go.
Now, for the ultimate panoramic view of Singapore with its night lights, head to the ION Orchard at 2, Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801. The ION sky, on the 56th floor, is the place to go for such a view. The place is open from 3 to 6 pm every day. Yes, you can witness an astonishing sunset too, before you head to your hotel near Bugis Singapore the likes of PARKROYAL on Beach Road.
The Botanic Gardens in Singapore is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is open at night for you to marvel at its beauty. A unique collection of plants from all around the world can be seen here. To boot, it also has some free shows you can watch at the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, which includes Okinawan dances, French films, and disco music.
Right, for the perfect marriage of natural beauty and some fine art, there’s no place to be than the Southern Ridges. The Ridge is a 10-kilometre stretch of trail that winds its way through the epic Mount Faber Park, West Coast Park, Kent Ridge Park, and Telok Blangah Hill Park. The Southern Ridge boasts some brilliant bridges like its very own Henderson Waves. Take a scenic stroll through this amazing trail to truly understand why this was one of the top picks for night activity! The natural beauty of mother nature is captured at its best here.
How about free concerts? Singapore doesn’t exclude this in its promises. Head to Esplanade Drive, Singapore, where you can catch a number of free concerts. They offer a range of shows, which revolve around music, dance and theatre. Moreover, kid-friendly shows are also showcased. To check what they offer, visit the Esplanade website. There’s always something coming up every week!
Want to enjoy city vibes while participating in some light sports? Then night cycling is just the thing for you. In addition, visiting places at night has its perks. For one, it’s less hot, and for the other, fewer people! Tourists have a lot of good things to say about this night activity. What can be better than looking at decorated places on your own while sculpting those calf muscles?
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