Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Lonely PlanetJul 11

When is the best time to go to Singapore?

Here’s a guide to when to plan your trip.

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ChinatownNeighborhoodAn evening scene in Chinatown
Formula One Night RaceFestivalHotel prices skyrocket during this period
Chinese New YearFestivalSingapore bursts with brightly lit lanterns
ChingayFestivalColorful street parade with vibrant floats
HoliFestivalCelebrated in March with colorful powders
Thaipusam festivalFestivalProcession of devotees piercing bodies
Sri Srinivasa Perumal TempleSightStart of Thaipusam procession on Serangoon Rd
Sri Thendayuthapani TemplePlace of worshipEnd of Thaipusam procession on Tank Rd
Geylang Serai BazaarMarketSprings to life before Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Kampong Glam bazaarMarketAlternative bazaar for Malay and Middle Eastern goods
Rugby SevensFestivalWorld-class international tournament in May
Hendrick’s Sunset CinemaPlaceBeachside open-air screenings on Sentosa
SentosaNeighborhoodBreezy location for a cool night out
Singapore Dragon Boat FestivalFestivalDragon boats race amid the beat of drums
Singapore National DayFestivalCelebrated on August 9 with aerial displays
Marina BayNeighborhoodFestivities include air force displays and fireworks
Formula OneFestivalHigh-speed racing, music acts, and partying
Singapore Food FestivalFestivalCelebration of island's best culinary experiences
Hungry Ghost FestivalFestivalAnnual Chinese tradition honoring spirits
Mid-Autumn FestivalFestivalCelebrates autumn harvest with mooncakes
Boutiques FairFestivalGifting Edition shopping extravaganza in November
Orchard RdNeighborhoodFestive decorations, discounts, and holiday sets
Gardens by the BayParkThe park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden in Marina South, Bay East Garden with the Founders'…
Singapore MarathonFestivalHeld on the first Sunday in December
Little IndiaNeighborhoodCity illuminated for the Hindu festival of lights

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Lonely PlanetJul 9

10 fabulous things to do in Singapore

From the Gardens by the Bay to fabulous hawker food and adventures to nature reserves and offshore islands, here are the top things to do in Singapore.

Futuristic garden with plant-covered steel-framed Supertrees.

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Marina Bay SandsHotelResort with three towers and a waterfront light and sound show.
ChinatownNeighborhoodColorful neighborhood with temples, shophouses, restaurants, and bars.
Gardens by the BayParkFuturistic garden with plant-covered steel-framed Supertrees.
Little IndiaNeighborhoodStreet decorations in Singapore’s Little India.
Kampong GelamNeighborhoodArea where Malays and Arabs lived, around Sultan Mosque.
Singapore Botanic GardensParkOne of the few tropical gardens on UNESCO World Heritage list.
National Orchid GardenGardenHome to the world’s largest orchid display.
Chinatown ComplexMarketLargest hawker center with over 200 stalls.
Lau Pa SatMarketHawker center in an architecturally distinct building.
East Coast Lagoon Food VillageMarketScenic hawker center located by the sea in East Coast Park.
Newton Food CenterMarketFamous hawker center featured in the movie Crazy Rich Asians.
National Museum of SingaporeMuseumHouses multimedia exhibits tracing the state's history.
National GalleryMuseumCollection of Singaporean and Southeast Asian art.
Fort SilosoSightLast remaining preserved coastal fort in Singapore.
BattleboxMuseumFormer command center for British troops in Fort Canning Park.
Changi Museum & ChapelMuseumFeatures stories from POWs and a replica of Changi Murals.
Merlion statueSightIconic water-spouting statue in Marina Bay.
Helix BridgeSightBridge with DNA-inspired swirls in Marina Bay.
ArtScience MuseumMuseumLotus-shaped museum in Marina Bay.
Sultan MosqueSightMagnificent mosque in Kampong Gelam.
Tiong BahruTrain stationOldest neighborhood, now a mix of traditional and trendy shops.
Joo ChiatQuarterBest place to learn about Peranakan culture.
Flower DomeSight
Cloud ForestSight

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