Singapore, Singapore 2 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring the City and Gardens

Morning:

  • Start your day with breakfast at Kopitiam (51 Upper Cross Street, Chinatown), a local food court offering a variety of Singaporean dishes.
  • Head to Marina Bay Sands Skypark (2 Bayfront Avenue) for panoramic views of the city. Tickets can be purchased online or at the ticket counter.

Afternoon:

  • Visit Gardens by the Bay (18 Marina Gardens Drive). Explore the Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome. Remember to check the timings for the Garden Rhapsody light show in the evening.
  • Have lunch at Satay by the Bay (Gardens by the Bay) or opt for Halal food at MUIS Certified Food Stall @ The Stepping Stones (18 Marina Gardens Drive).
  • Take a stroll along the Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade and enjoy the city skyline.

Evening:

  • Visit the ArtScience Museum (6 Bayfront Avenue) or explore the Asian Civilizations Museum (1 Empress Place).
  • Have dinner at Maxwell Road Hawker Centre (86 Maxwell Road), famous for Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice and other local delights.

Night:

  • End your day with a night safari at the Singapore Zoo (80 Mandai Lake Road) or enjoy the vibrant nightlife at Clarke Quay.

Day 2: Heritage, Culture & Food

Morning:

  • Have breakfast at Tongkang Restaurant (60 Robertson Quay) overlooking the Singapore River.
  • Visit The Peranakan Museum (39 Armenian Street) or the National Museum of Singapore (93 Stamford Road).
  • Take a walk around the charming neighborhoods of Kampong Glam and Tiong Bahru for some Instagrammable spots.

Afternoon:

  • Have lunch at Tiong Bahru Bakery (56 Eng Hoon Street) or Creamier (78 Yong Siak Street).
  • Visit Haw Par Villa (262 Pasir Panjang Road), a unique Chinese cultural theme park with over 1,000 statues depicting scenes from Chinese mythology.
  • For shopping enthusiasts, visit Orchard Road for international brands or VivoCity for a mix of local and international brands.

Evening:

  • Have dinner at Jumainah Road (Arab Street), offering a variety of Middle Eastern cuisine.
  • Visit the iconic Merlion Park (1 Clemenceau Avenue) to take some memorable photos before calling it a day.

Where to Stay:

  • For luxury: Marina Bay Sands Hotel (2 Bayfront Avenue)
  • For mid-range: M Hotel Singapore (New Bridge Road) or Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel (392 Havelock Road)
  • For budget: Zurel Hostel (51 Upper Cross Street) or RedDoorz Plus @ Lavender (8 Rowell Road)

Transportation:

  • MRT is the most convenient way to get around Singapore. Get an EZ-Link card for unlimited travel.
  • Taxis and Grab (Singapore’s version of Uber) are also widely available.

Tips:

  • Respect local customs and traditions, especially when visiting places of worship.
  • Use the free wifi offered by most public hotspots to navigate your way around Singapore.
  • Shopping at Orchard Road can be expensive; consider looking for bargains at nearby malls like Orchard Central or Far East Plaza.
  • Don’t forget to try local dishes like Hainanese Chicken Rice, Laksa, and Chilli Crab during your stay in Singapore!