This garden city buzzes with energy and exudes the unparalleled vibrancy of a world-class destination. Despite its size, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this small country. However, if you are only here for the weekend, here\u2019s how to experience the best of this Little Red Dot in 72 hours!<\/p>\n
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Day 1<\/strong><\/span> Kickstart your Singaporean adventure in Chinatown, where you can do everything from shopping and eating to just walking around and taking in the Singapore culture. Start your morning at Nanyang Old Coffee<\/strong>, for a typical Singaporean breakfast of kopi<\/em>, kaya toast and half-boiled eggs!<\/p>\n Just a 2-minute walk away is the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum<\/strong>, a majestic Buddhist Temple that was modelled after Tang Dynasty architecture and which purportedly houses the tooth relic of Buddha. Head to the fourth floor to view the relic, or simply marvel at the intricate interiors and learn more about Buddhist culture with one of the free guided tours available.<\/p>\n When you\u2019re done marvelling at these marvellous monuments, head to\u00a0Chinatown Complex Food Centre<\/strong>or\u00a0Maxwell Food Centre<\/strong>\u00a0for lunch, both well-known hawker centres in the area. A definite must-try is\u00a0Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice\u00a0<\/strong>at Maxwell, a personal favourite of the late Anthony Bourdain. Then, cool off with some traditional Chinese desserts and shaved ice at\u00a0Mei Heong Yuen Desserts<\/strong>!<\/p>\n Before they get torn down, marvel at stunning architecture from Singapore\u2019s early independence years at\u00a0People\u2019s Park Complex<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Pearl Bank Apartments<\/strong>. Remember to document your trip to these iconic landmarks with a photo op!<\/p>\n Tip:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>The most affordable souvenirs can also found in Chinatown so remember to pick some out for your friends and family back home!<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Nearest train station is Chinatown MRT.<\/p>\n 2. Little India Much like Chinatown,\u00a0Little India<\/strong>\u00a0is best appreciated on foot. Little India is home to the\u00a0Tan Teng Niah House<\/strong>, the last standing Chinese villa in the area, built in 1900. Now, the house is leased out for commercial use so tourists can only take photos of it from the outside. You can\u2019t miss it; it\u2019s the only house in the area that\u2019s as colourful as a rainbow!<\/p>\n While you\u2019re in the area, pay a visit to\u00a0Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple<\/strong>, a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kali, or\u00a0Masjid Abdul Gaffoor<\/strong>, one of the oldest mosques in Singapore, built in 1907 and gazetted as a National Monument.<\/p>\n But Little India isn\u2019t just a cultural district, it\u2019s known for its cheap shopping as well! Pick up some souvenirs as you walk along the colourful streets or make a trip to\u00a0Mustafa Centre<\/strong>, a 24\/7 shopping mall that\u2019s known for bargain buys.<\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>Take the North East MRT line (Purple Line) from Chinatown MRT to Little India MRT.<\/p>\n 3. Haji Lane A lot of people say that\u00a0Haji Lane<\/strong>\u00a0is Singapore\u2019s original \u201chipster\u201d neighbourhood. Although other areas have followed suit and transformed into a hipster\u2019s paradise, Haji Lane remains a go-to. Visit the many chic caf\u00e9s, restaurants, boutiques, and shophouses in the area and have a taste of cosmopolitan Singapore.<\/p>\n There are plenty of things to do at Haji Lane, from an afternoon coffee break at\u00a0Selfie Coffee Singapore<\/strong>, a novel caf\u00e9 which prints your own selfie on your cuppa, or get a dapper shave at\u00a0The \u2018A\u2019 Street Barber Shop<\/strong>. And don\u2019t leave Haji Lane before taking a photo with the graffiti murals along the street!<\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>Take the Downtown MRT line (Blue Line) from Little India MRT to Bugis MRT. \u00a0Walk 340m to Haji Lane<\/p>\n 4. The Projector As night falls, your day is only getting started! Walk over to\u00a0Supermama<\/strong>\u00a0Store<\/strong>, a design and crafts store, to check out its beautiful ceramics and artfully designed Singapore souvenirs, before heading over to\u00a0Mrs Pho<\/strong>, for an authentic Vietnamese dinner.<\/p>\n And your night doesn\u2019t end there! If you\u2019re into movies, catch a full-length flick at\u00a0The Projector<\/strong>, located at the nondescript Golden Mile Tower.<\/p>\n The Projector is a snippet of Singapore\u2019s past and revives the historic Golden Theatre, while serving as a sanctuary for the independent film industry, where creatives in the field can gather and collaborate. And it\u2019s not just for movie goers! Catch their creative one-of-a-kind events, like a karate demo, or grab a beer at the in-house\u00a0Intermission Bar.<\/strong><\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>Take\u00a0Buses 100, 961 or 980 from Opposite Plaza Parkroyal and alight at Opposite Saint John Headquarters. Walk 140 m to Golden Mile Tower.<\/p>\n Day 2<\/strong><\/span> Start your day with breakfast at\u00a0TWG Tea Garden<\/strong>\u00a0at Marina Bay Sands, a homegrown brand that serves over 800 artisanal teas. Buy some macarons to-go and head to\u00a0Gardens by the Bay<\/strong>, a magnificent masterpiece that was even featured in BBC\u2019s Planet Earth II!<\/p>\n Gardens By The Bay\u00a0<\/strong>is the exemplification of why Singapore is touted as a Garden City. Head up 22 metres to the\u00a0OCBC Skyway<\/strong>\u00a0and get up-close with the futuristic \u201cSupertrees\u201d along the 128-metre long walkway.<\/p>\n Tip:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>Head to the Supertree Grove at night for an alternative view of the Gardens as it erupts into a magical display of psychedelic lights. You will also be able to catch the nightly Garden Rhapsody, a free light and sound show.<\/p>\n Then, head to the ethereal\u00a0Cloud Forest<\/strong>, a breathtaking conservatory which houses the world\u2019s tallest indoor waterfall at 35 metres. Explore this man-made tropical paradise along the Cloud Walk and Treetop Walk for the full experience.<\/p>\n Next, be captivated by vibrant flora kept inside the\u00a0Flower Dome<\/strong>, an official entry to the 2015 Guinness World Records for being the largest glass greenhouse in the world. In the Flower Dome, view exotic blooms from across 5 continents in a perpetual spring!<\/p>\n Before you leave, grab lunch\u00a0inside\u00a0<\/em>the Flower Dome itself at the aptly-named\u00a0Pollen<\/strong>, a 2-storey restaurant that boasts stunning waterfront views and a tantalising menu.<\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>Nearest train station is Bayfront MRT.<\/p>\n 2. ArtScience Museum After lunch, head to the\u00a0ArtScience Museum\u00a0<\/strong>for some educational fun! Visit the Instagrammable yet educational,\u00a0Future World: Where Art Meets Science<\/strong>\u00a0exhibit \u2013 a permanent exhibit which features high-tech and interactive artworks. Be immersed in the world of art and science at this one-of-a-kind digital art exhibition.<\/p>\n The ArtScience Museum also has plenty of other rotational exhibitions throughout the year, so be sure to check them out when you are there!<\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>Nearest train station is Bayfront MRT.<\/p>\n 3. Merlion Park Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>fad3away<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n What\u2019s a visit to Singapore without seeing the iconic Merlion for yourself? Designed and created by a local sculptor named Lim Nang Seng, the late Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew presented the image to the public in 1972 and it has since become one of the national symbols of Singapore. Remember to take a mandatory picture of the Merlion spraying water into your mouth!<\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>Take Bus 36, 56, 75, 77, 97, 106, 111, 133, 171, 195, 857 or 960 at Seating Gallery and alight at The Esplanade. Otherwise, it is a 15-minute walk from the Artscience Museum.<\/p>\n 4. Esplanade \u2013 Theatres on the Bay To immerse in more of Singapore\u2019s arts scene, head to the\u00a0Esplanade Concourse or Esplanade Outdoor Theatre<\/strong>, where the Esplanade regularly organises free performances. Free exhibitions are also held in various spaces around the Esplanade as well.<\/p>\n Then, head to\u00a0Makansutra Gluttons Bay\u00a0<\/strong>to sample some of Singapore\u2019s local delights, from satay to fried Hokkien mee and BBQ Stingray. End your night with more local flavours at\u00a0TAP Craft Beer Bar<\/strong>, where you can sample $10 local brews on tap, including Crossroads Brewing Co. and Brewlander & Co.<\/p>\n How to Get There:\u00a0<\/strong>A 5-minute walk from Merlion Park. Nearest train station is Esplanade MRT.<\/p>\n Day 3<\/strong><\/span> Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>Soon Koon<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(left),\u00a0<\/em>Forty Hands<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(right)<\/em><\/p>\n After an exciting first two days, take it slow on the last day in the quaint\u00a0Tiong Bahru District.<\/strong><\/p>\n Visit the independent bookstore that\u00a0specialises in local literature,\u00a0BooksActually,<\/strong>\u00a0the perfect place for browsing some hard-to-find books, journals, and even art zines. In fact, it was recently featured as one of the \u201c20 Amazing Bookstores From Around The World\u201d by BuzzFeed! Another independent boutique store,\u00a0Curated Records\u00a0<\/strong>is a must-visit as well, a small vinyl shop with over 1,000 indie records for sale!<\/p>\n Image credit:\u00a0BooksActually<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Just a stone\u2019s throw away is\u00a0Forty Hands<\/strong>, a coffee addict\u2019s haven that also serves some of the best brunch in Singapore. Whether you\u2019re craving a classic like Eggs Benedict or something with more local flavour like chilli infused scrambled eggs, this cafe has it. Have your breakfast here and try their exciting range of sandwiches and burgers that draw from various local cuisines.<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Nearest train station is Tiong Bahru MRT.<\/p>\n 2. National Museum and Singapore Art Museum Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>Erwin Soo<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(left),\u00a0eGuide Travel<\/a>\u00a0(right)<\/em><\/p>\n While you\u2019re in the area, you can\u2019t pass up a trip to the\u00a0National Museum of Singapore<\/strong>\u00a0or the\u00a0Singapore Art Museum<\/strong>, just across the street.\u00a0Learn about Singapore\u2019s history at the former, or admire a brilliant display of Asian and local artworks at the latter. Find art pieces that convey cultural, historical and national sentiments as well as daringly creative exhibits that are on rotation regularly.<\/p>\n Image credit:\u00a0DesignSingapore<\/a>\u00a0(left),\u00a0Tanuki Raw<\/a>\u00a0(right)<\/em><\/p>\n Just a ten-minute walk away is the\u00a0National Design Centre<\/strong>, which houses art fairs, local brand markets and the \u201c50 Years of Singapore Design\u201d permanent exhibit. There, you can find the quirky store,\u00a0Kapok<\/strong>, which sells various kookily-designed knickknacks from local design brands that you can buy back as souvenirs.<\/p>\n Image credit:\u00a0Tanuki Raw<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Within Kapok itself is,\u00a0Tanuki at Kapok,\u00a0<\/strong>a collaboration with Tanuki Raw. It serves up creative, delectable Japanese fusion food such as fish skin tacos and a mean chamomile yuzu chicken don. Have your lunch there and choose from an extensive range of pizzas,\u00a0dons<\/em>\u00a0(rice bowls), rolls and Japanese inspired bar bites.<\/p>\n How to Get There:<\/strong>\u00a0Take Bus 16 from Tiong Bahru Plaza to Rendezvous Hotel. Or take the train from Tiong Bahru MRT to Bras Basah MRT or Bencoolen MRT.<\/p>\n 3. Orchard Road Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>Erwin Soo<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Known as the Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es of Singapore,\u00a0Orchard Road<\/strong>\u00a0is the go-to shopping district in the Little Red Dot. Make your way down the mall-lined streets and catch street performers and buskers showcasing their art. If it\u2019s a hot day, get a traditional ice cream sandwich from any of the ice cream \u201cuncles\u201d and pushcarts along the street!<\/p>\n Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>Garrett Popcorn Shop<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(left),\u00a0<\/em>KOI Th\u00e9 Singapore<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(right)<\/em><\/p>\n Otherwise, duck into one of the large air-conditioned malls and be greeted by brightly lit shops where you can find anything from the\u00a0Daiso $2 Store<\/strong>\u00a0to luxury branded goods, all under one roof. You\u2019ll also find tons of speciality food outlets in each mall so treat yourself to snacks like\u00a0Garrett\u2019s Popcorn<\/strong>\u00a0or the crowd favourite\u00a0Koi<\/strong>\u00a0bubble tea as you shop.<\/p>\n How to get there:<\/strong>\u00a0Walk to Bugis MRT and take to City Hall MRT. Then board the North-South Line and alight at Orchard MRT.<\/p>\n Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>5 Emerald Hill Cocktail Bar<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Before your last activity of the day, head over to\u00a0No. 5 Emerald Hill<\/strong>\u00a0for a cheeky afternoon martini. Set in the quieter part of Orchard, the bar charms you with an eclectic interior with traditional Chinese elements. Reel in nostalgia while enjoying an elegant cocktail and munching on the free flow of peanuts!<\/p>\n How to get there:<\/strong>\u00a0Take the train from Orchard MRT and alight at Somerset MRT.<\/p>\n 4. Night Safari Singapore Image credit:\u00a0Orderinchaos<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for something more on the wild side,\u00a0Night Safari Singapore\u00a0<\/strong>might just be your cup of tea. Managed by Wildlife Reserves Singapore, Night Safari is the first nocturnal zoo in the world. The wildlife sanctuary follows a strict conservation campaign that gives visitors the chance to observe nocturnal creatures in enclosures that faithfully simulate the critters\u2019 natural habitats.<\/p>\n Image credit:\u00a0<\/em>Wildlife Reserves Singapore<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n
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