22 THINGS TO DO IN SINGAPORE

22 THINGS TO DO IN SINGAPORE

 

Singapore might be one of the most exciting places to visit in Asia. With the promos made by some airlines, more and more people are visiting the site. Considering the high price in Singapore, one might as well maximize their trip. To help you in planning your trip to SG, here’s Top On My List’s 22 Things to do in Singapore:

 

1. Universal Studio

Visiting Singapore will never be complete without a trip to the Universal Studio Singapore, it is a must for you to get some universal studios tickets hollywood. Your family will surely enjoy the  cutting-edge rides, shows and attractions based on your favorite blockbuster films and television series, including TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle, Shrek 4-D Adventure, Revenge of the Mummy, Madagascar: A Crate Adventure, Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. Battlestar Galactica CYLON dueling coasters and more.

 

2. Singapore Flyer

Have a 30-minute flight with the Singapore Flyer, one of Asia’s most iconic architectural and engineering marvels. Towering above the island city, the Singapore Flyer is the world’s largest observation wheel – 98 feet (30 meters) higher than the famed London Eye. While on the flyer, you’ll enjoy the views  of the Singapore River, Raffles Place, Merlion Park and Empress Place, Marina Bay, Changi Airport, Sentosa Island and even parts of neighboring Malaysia and Indonesia in different angles and perspective

 

3. Sentosa beaches

Walk or run along the entire 2-mile-long (3.2 km) stretch of white sand at Singapore’s most famous beaches. You’ll cover hip and fun-loving Siloso, family-oriented Palawan, and tranquil Tanjong beaches.

4. Jurong Bird Park

Meet your winged creature friends at  Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park, with a collection of 9,000 birds from 600 species it’s the largest in the Asia Pacific. While at the Jurong Bird Park you can also enjoy the spectacular Penguin Exhibit with an underwater viewing gallery and do not miss the Birds & Buddies Show, reputed as world-class.

 

5. Singapore Chinatown

Go shopping, eat or go sightseeing at the home of traditional shophouses, temples and cultural heritage, the Singapore Chinatown. While at the Chinatown you can enjoy it ’s atmospheric streets or visit shop houses. For photography enthusiasts, you will surely love the rooftop dragons of the Thian Hock Keng Temple, dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea, and the festively gaudy Hindu Sri Mariamman Temple, covered with colorful cows and depictions of the gods. The  Chinatown has  Heritage Center wherein you can find several large shopping malls here, including the People’s Park. Chinatown is also the place to go to for great food, especially along Smith Street, which is often closed off to form an outdoor eat street. You can also choose from a vast array of street food at the Chinatown Complex hawker center.

6. River Safari in Singapore

Discover the more than eight river habitats at  Asia’s only river-themed wildlife park, the River Safari. 30-acre (12-hectare) wildlife park that’s home to one of the world’s most extensive collections of freshwater animals. See more than 150 plant species and 5,000 animals (representing 300 animal species). Get the rare encounters with aquatic species at  Singapore’s River Safari from the mighty Mississippi to the majestic Yangtze. You can stroll through freshwater galleries and walk-through exhibits to learn about the fascinating flora and fauna of the world’s great rivers. Travel down the Amazon River, be amazed by the world’s largest freshwater aquarium and visit the Giant Panda Forest to see the largest panda exhibit in Southeast Asia.

7. Singapore Zoo Night Safari

See for yourself nocturnal animals in their natural habitat, from fierce predators to timid forest dwellers at the  Singapore Zoo Night Safari.  After the tour, you can also enjoy dinner with your family at the Ulu Safari Restaurant.

8. Kayaking at Pulau Ubin

Take a break from Singapore’s busy city streets and visit the beautiful rural island of Pulau Ubin for an exciting and enriching experience through kayaking. Discover the natural wonders of Pulau Ubin by paddling through the sea and mangrove areas and see abundant wildlife including Oriental pied hornbills, kingfishers, water monitors and pink dolphins.

9. Sentosa S.E.A. Aquarium

Discover the world’s largest aquarium and discover the awe-inspiring underwater world of the ocean at S.E.A. Aquarium. The whole family will surely love as you gain entry to multiple marine habitats, viewed through the world’s most massive window to the sea. You will surely get amazed at the more than 800 species of fish, including more than 200 sharks at the closest view. Take a peek at a moray eel in a rocky crevice or tour an underwater reef community.

10. Raffles Landing Site

Go historical by visiting the Raffles Landing site in the Boat Quay area of downtown Singapore. The site is said to be the location of the landing place for Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819 when he signed a treaty that established modern-day Singapore.

The Raffles Landing Site is marked by a white marble statue about 20 feet, or about 6 meters tall, the statue depiction of the father of Singapore is dwarfed by the surrounding office towers that now exist in the area but tells a historical tale of the founding of the country.

 

11. Gardens by the Bay

Get lost in a world of lush tropical vegetation, grand pavilions, and pretty lakes at Singapore’s incredible Gardens by the Bay. Discover more than 250,000 rare plants, admire beautiful pavilions and tree groves, learn about the country’s diverse ecosystem and witness the world’s largest indoor waterfall in the cloud forest.

12. Changi Chapel and Museum and Kranji War Memorial

Retrace Singapore’s WWII history with this round-island tour that will take you to Changi Chapel and Museum and Kranji War Memorial. Explore both sites with your guide to discover the small details of the lives of POWs that were imprisoned in Changi and the countless men and women who bravely defended Singapore against the Japanese invasion. Admire the intricate architecture of the structures of Bright Hill Temple and the modern developments of Gardens by the Bay. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off and lunch at a local restaurant.

13. Little India

Experience the excitement and cultural richness of one of Singapore’s favorite districts, Little India. As you visit this place, you will get to taste an  Indian life. Try to visit booths selling spices, snacks, and saris and visit the visually attractive  Hindu temples.

14. Singapore Cable Car

Give your loved one a special treat of a lifetime, a romantic dinner at the  Singapore Cable Car. During three rotations on this historic cable car in the sky, enjoy a meal and some of the best views of the Singapore skyline to be found anywhere. This 1.5-hour ‘joyride’ is a feast for the senses, as you get the red carpet treatment with instant boarding, fabulous vistas while you float between Mt Faber and Sentosa.

 

15. Merlion Park

Pay a visit Merlion to a standing symbol for all of Singapore, the Merlion. The Merlion Park is spread out over 2,500 square meters, or about 27,000 square feet; the park is perhaps most famously known for its centerpiece, a 2 meter tall, or seven foot, Merlion cub fountain at the center. The waterfront park has become a busy destination around the clock, with access open 24 hours a day. The park is centrally located on One Fullerton near to the bustling Central Business District.

 

16. Songs of the Sea

Sea Enjoy the spectacular multimedia show located at Siloso Beach on Sentosa Island, Singapore, the Songs of the Sea. The fountain is a $30 million investment by Sentosa to enhance its entertainment product offerings and to attract more tourists. It is the world’s only permanent show set in the sea — boasting spectacular pyrotechnics displays, water jets, laser show and flame bursts a live cast and an open-air viewing gallery which can comfortably accommodate 2,500 visitors.

 

17. Marina Bay Sands Sky Park

Chill at the three 55-story hotel towers Marina Bay Sands Sky Park. The three towers are connected by a 1-hectare sky terrace on the roof, named Sands Sky Park. In front of the three towers include a Theatre Block, a Convention, and Exhibition Facilities Block, as well as the Casino Block. The Art Science Museum is constructed next to the three blocks and has the shape of a lotus. Its roof is retractable, providing a waterfall through the roof of collected rainwater when closed in the day and with laser shows when opened at night. In front of the Event Plaza is the Wonder Full show, light and water spectacular that is the largest in Southeast Asia. The Sky Park is home to the world’s most extended elevated infinity pool which measures 146-meter (478 ft), perched 191 meters above the ground. The pools are made up of 422,000 pounds of stainless steel and can hold 376,500 gallons (1424 cubic meters) of water. The SkyPark also boasts rooftop restaurants such as The Sky on 57   nightclubs such as KU DÉ TA, lush gardens, hundreds of trees and plants, and a public observatory deck with 360-degree views of the Singapore skyline.

18. Tiger Sky Tower

Take a deep breath as the  Tiger Sky Tower brings you 131 meters above sea level. While inside the air-conditioned cabin of the Tiger Sky Tower, you can enjoy the exhilarating panoramic views across Sentosa and Singapore’s Southern Islands – as well as neighboring Malaysia and even Indonesia. This is also perfect for taking photos and exploit the various features of your lenses.

Tiger Sky Tower is Singapore’s tallest observatory distinctive landmark, soaring high above the surrounding natural greenery. Day and night, there is no better way to marvel at breathtaking vistas in comfort. Megazip Adventure park

19.Megazip Adventure park

MegaZip Adventure Park is first for Singapore and a must for all visitors as it gives you a literal high.

Get a chance to have an unforgettable experience at Megazip  Adventure Park with its most extreme zip wires in Asia, an aerial rope course, and a free-fall simulator. Try out the different activities at your own pace but make sure to know your fitness level.

Features of Megazip Adventure park include the over 450 meters long and at 72 meters above sea level, flying fox zip line which will bring you over the jungle canopy and the buzz of Siloso Beach. For the more active bodies, the  ClimbMax is an aerial obstacle course set amongst the treetops.  Another thrilling experience is the ParaJump which is simulated parachute landing. The Megazip’s  Powerfan Descender allows you to step off a platform into thin air and land gently on the ground a full 15 meters below. If you have a lot of excess energy, try the MegaBounce which is a trampoline secured with elasticated ropes, attached to which adrenaline addicts can leap to heights of 20 feet and descend safely and softly time and again.

20. Skyline Luge Sentosa

The first-ever Luge introduced in Southeast Asia, Skyline Luge Sentosa offers two unique type of experiences, the Luge and Skyride. This was first invented in New Zealand and has hosted for more than 31 million rides all over the world. One will surely enjoy this fun-filled gravity thrill ride which is safe for all ages. The Luge has a unique braking and steering system, you can choose to take a leisurely cruise or race down the 688 meter Dragon trail or 628-meter Jungle trail – 1.4 kilometers of fun day and night. The experience is never complete without the Skyride. Board the Skyride for a scenic bird’s eye view of Sentosa Island, Singapore city Skyline, and the South China Sea.

For the more adventurous, you can also take the luge at night.  This is another level of thrilling experience as you discover a different challenge while maneuvering down each track with unique lightings. On the Skyride, enjoy a breathtaking view of Singapore as the city skyline and harbor transform into a dazzling city of lights at night. Madam Tussauds Singapore

21.Madam Tussauds Singapore

Madame Tussauds Singapore will take you to a party   with their 8 fully themed interactive zones and the new “Spirit of Singapore” boat ride, get ready to be  photographed  and pose with your favorite A-Listers, challenge sports stars, hop on stage with music legends and come face to face with international icons from Singapore, Asia and beyond.

22. Lake of Dreams

A  free entertainment spectacle, located close to the Casino at the heart of Festive Walk, dramatically transforms the strip from day to night, the Lake of Dreams. Highlights of this attraction include Flaming dragons, water cannons, and laser special effects, all in a spectacular show.