Singapore Pocket Guide

Images Of Singapore

A city, island and country, Singapore is known for many different things. Some consider it the most important financial centre in South-East Asia, while others think of it as a sterile city where everything runs like clockwork. Both these assumptions aren't that far away from the truth. This may not paint the most colourful picture in the world though. But don't fret - there is a lot to see. Singapore has a beach to bask in, stores to shop in, sights to snap at, and some of Asia's most fascinating neighbourhoods.


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  • Cheap Eats Discover that the best places to eat in Singapore are 'hawker centres'.
  • Don't Miss Night time safaris, famous hotels and much more.
  • Neighbourhood Watch Discover what are Singapore's most interesting neighbourhoods, including Little India and Chinatown.
  • Budget Tips The best things to do for free in Singapore.

Singapore City Reviews

  • 80%

    Fulvian

    Singapore, the Garden City

    Singapore is probably well known for its abundance of shopping malls, a famous stopover for travelers as well, however only a few really notice that despite its dense population, its government managed to keep the city green. Trees, bushes, gardens and parks are ubiquitous, very nice to take a stroll (and get some tan), not to mention the convenience of frequent MRT and buses, you really don't need a car here!

    Insider Tip:The tourist pass travel card (which at the time of this writing costs $8 per day) for unlimited journeys on MRT and buses isn't really worth it unless you really travel a lot, well while in Singapore I always went out at noon, wandering around the country using MRT and buses through many bus stops and station interchanges and only came back at midnight and I could never reach $8 per day.

  • 80%

    Anastazia

    Relaxing Singapore

    What an amazing place for an extended weekend getaway! Singapore is small, so as for sightseeing you can do it in 3-4 days. Food is quite pricey, but the quality is good. Fantastic nightlife - great DJ's and a variety of clubs to choose from. Despite being in Asia, you don't really feel it. You won't see stinking trash on streets or astonishing poverty like in Vietnam or India. It's so easy to get around - even a baby can figure out the metro system. Locals are truly friendly and helpful.

    Insider Tip:Life is easy! Just explore and enjoy!

  • 100%

    darken

    Singapore - the best place to live

    Singapore is in my opinion the best place to live. High salaries, great weather, nice people, delicious food. Simply number one in the world.

  • 60%

    zionlam623

    Singapore... May not be as good as what others say

    When my plane reached the airport, no one operate the "bridge" for our plane... When I entered the arrival hall, nearly all the toilets were in the cleaning time! When I went to shopping mall like Vivo City to find the Sentosa Express, not enough singal board showing the location...

    Insider Tip:If you want to use free wi-fi in the Singapore, you can only get this service by buying a prepaid SIM card from that 3 telecommunication services providers or get a temporary account at the airport's information center.

  • 60%

    asterisk

    Very strict

    Very strict with customs... my passport expires in 5 months and 30 days, so was 1 day too short to enter the country. Instead I had to sit in the airport all day. Free wireless though...

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