Welcome to the vibrant city-state of Singapore, where a world of captivating experiences awaits you in just one day! With its rich blend of cultures, iconic landmarks, and delectable cuisine, Singapore is a destination that promises an unforgettable adventure, even if you have only 24 hours. Here is a 1-day itinerary in Singapore to help you make the most of your brief stay in this remarkable city.

1 Day Itinerary In Singapore

Singapore Botanic Gardens

MRT: Botanic Gardens

The Singapore Botanic Gardens is open daily from 5 in the morning to midnight and the entrance is free. This was Singapore’s first UNESCO World Heritage site and is a beautiful place to take a stroll. It is a reminder that Singapore has so many green spaces and nature, while still being a large city. Wander through the gardens, admiring the beauty for as long as you would like. A section of the garden is the National Orchid Garden, which does have an entrance fee and the hours are 8:30 am-7 pm daily. Although this is an extra cost, this is definitely a highlight of these gardens.

Chinatown

MRT: Chinatown

Once you arrive in Chinatown, I would recommend walking around and spending time at anything that catches your interest. There are beautiful Temples that will be sure to catch your eye. Below is a list of places I recommend that can all be walked to.

• Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
• Smith Street (Chinatown Food Street)
• Chinatown Heritage Center
• Sri Mariamman Temple
• Jamae Mosque
• Thian Hock Keng Temple
• Fuk Tak Chi Museum

Bugis

MRT: Bugis

Bugis is about a 30-minute walk from Chinatown, or you can take the MRT. Similar to Chinatown, I recommend walking around this neighborhood, keeping the below list of places in mind to stop at.

• Bugis Street Market
• Sultan Mosque
• Haji Lane
• Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple
• Sri Krishnan Temple
• Arab Street
• Malay Heritage Centre
• CHIJMES
• Albert Hawker Centre

Little India

MRT: Little India

Little India is just a 10-minute walk from Bugis. Again, walk around and explore the area where you will see a lot of colors and Hindu Temples.

• Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple
• Indian Heritage Centre
• Tan Teng Niah House
• Serangoon Road
• Abdul Gafoor Mosque
• Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
• Mustafa Centre
• Tekka Centre

Gardens by the Bay

MRT Stop: Bayfront

In the evening, it is time to go to the Gardens by the Bay and watch the spectacular light show in the Supertree Grove. The entrance is free and there are two shows daily at 7:45 pm and 8:45 pm. With the darkness, the tree structures are lit up and set to the beat of the intense music playing. It was an amazing experience; I had a smile on my face the whole time when I watched it. If you watch the first show, you can then get tickets to the OCBC SkyWalk (fee required) and watch the second show from 72 feet (22 meters) in the sky. This allows you to be up near the top of the tree structures and walk on a swinging bridge-type connector between each structure. Seeing both shows from different points of view is spectacular.

If you go at the end of December, the music and lights are Christmas-themed!

Marina Bay

MRT: Bayfront

Walk 5 minutes to Marina Bay and catch a light show at Spectra – A Light and Water Show. It is a free show that occurs every evening for 15 minutes starting at 8 pm and 9 pm, with an additional show at 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Listen to the orchestra soundtrack as the water jets dance in front of you, with beautiful colors glistening with the water.

After the light show, it is time to explore the Marina Bay Sands Hotel. If you are not staying at this hotel, by this time, you will have been eyeing the architectural beauty and are ready to see it for yourself. The Sands Sky Park Observation Deck is open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily to admire the views of the city from the 57th floor. Note that there is a fee to enter. After soaking up the spectacular views, end your night at Cé La Vi, a bar located at the top of the hotel. Here, you can grab a drink and continue to enjoy the views that the Singapore skyline has to offer.

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Whether you check off every item on this itinerary or simply choose a few highlights, I hope your day in Singapore is nothing short of extraordinary. Remember that this 24-hour itinerary is just a taste of what this incredible city has to offer. If you have more time, there is much more waiting to be explored. Singapore’s culture, architecture, and culinary experience invite you to return for further adventures.

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