Singapore is linked with modernity and innovation, making it a unique place. Usually, most tourists visit Singapore together with other countries in Southeast Asia, like Malaysia or Thailand, for example. This is because Singapore is actually one of the best gateways to this region of the world.

Despite its small size, there are plenty of things to do in Singapore. And, for this very reason, throughout this blog post, you can find a Singapore itinerary for 4 days, as well as many other tips to visit Singapore.

Singapore is one of the smallest countries in the world, at only 725 km². But it is full of surprises. There are only a few people who don’t fall in love with this country. So, continue reading to find out the perfect 4 days itinerary for Singapore.

Singapore is very dynamic and has some less obvious points of interest that should also be added to the list of places to visit in Singapore.

Thus, I recommend at least 3 full days to visit Singapore. However, if you have one more day available, do not hesitate to add it to your Singapore itinerary. If you choose to visit Singapore in 4 days, you will have the opportunity to visit some further attractions, such as Sentosa Island and/or Pulau Ubin.

In fact, any time of the year is a good time to visit Singapore, as it is never that cold. However, be aware that November to January is the rainy season and June and July are the hottest months of the year.

Therefore, February to May is probably the best time to visit Singapore, as it is less likely to rain and temperatures are milder. However, February is also one of the busiest months due to Chinese New Year celebrations, so don’t forget to take that into consideration.

💡 EXTRA TIP: Singapore’s weather is always a bit uncertain and, as such, even during the dry season it is not that unusual for it to rain. Therefore, I recommend that you always carry a waterproof jacket or an umbrella. I, for example, carried this one from Decathlon all the time and it came in very handy.

On arrival at Singapore airport, the process at the immigration checkpoint was quite quick, simple and fully digital.

💡 EXTRA TIP: Passports must be valid for at least 6 months. For the most up-to-date information, please click here.

If you have another nationality, I suggest you check the specific conditions for entry into Singapore here.

The trip can be paid for with a bank card or with cash (in this case, beware that the driver won’t give you any change) and takes about 1 hour.

Again, payment can be made with a contactless bank card. The journey’s price is calculated based on the distance travelled. The duration of the journey depends on the destination but can take between 50 minutes to around 1 hour.

If you don’t want to worry about a thing, you can also choose to book a private transfer service in advance. I highly recommend the service of Welcome Pickups.

💡 EXTRA TIP: Alternatively, there is also the Grab service, which is an alternative to Uber in Asia. Although I haven’t used it very often in Singapore, it can be an excellent solution in some situations.

Singapore has a good bus and train/metro (MRT) network. If you use Google Maps, it is relatively simple to work out which stations to use and how to get from one place to another.

Since the price of each trip depends on the distance travelled, the simplest way to pay for a trip is with a Visa or Mastercard contactless card.

It is normal for locals to use EZ-Link cards (they cost 10 SGD, of which 5 SGD can be used on trips).

However, there is a simpler option for tourists: Singapore Tourist Pass. This pass gives access to an EZ-Link card with unlimited travel for 1 (22 SGD), 2 (29 SGD) or 3 days (34 SGD). More information here.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: In my opinion, the easiest option is to use a bank card. For example, I used my Revolut card to ride public transports in Singapore and it worked perfectly. Plus, I never spent anywhere near the amount mentioned in the Singapore Tourist Pass.

💡 EXTRA TIP: If you would like to see other eSIM card options, you can also have a look at airalo, which has several solutions available.

If you’re not a fan of eSIM cards, you can always opt to buy a physical SIM card. There are several options available at Changi Airport. One of the most affordable seemed to be Singtel where 100 GB for 14 days cost 12 SGD (~8€). This option also included an additional 3 GB that could be used in Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia and Thailand.

I personally didn’t buy any pass as I didn’t think it would pay off for what I was going to visit, but there are a few options available. Some of the included attractions are for example the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest or Floral Fantasy at Gardens by the Bay, a cocktail at Raffles Hotel or the Sky Pass for the Singapore cable car.

The pool has a bar and snack service, which comes in really handy and will definitely make you want to stay longer there. Additionally, the pool is open until quite late, which makes it possible to take a dip in the pool after the city lights turn on.

Finally, the hotel’s location is very central and there is an MRT station right next door, making it very easy to get around Singapore.

Changi airport is one of the most famous in the world because of its originality…. you can do a bit of everything inside: from watching a film in the cinema, jumping on suspended nets in the air, and visiting the world’s largest indoor waterfall. And the list goes on!

But the main attraction is the HSBC Rain Vortex – the famous 40-metre indoor waterfall, which has the title of the largest indoor waterfall in the world.

The visit to the waterfall is one of the top free things to do in Singapore, and let me tell you, it’s a great welcome to Singapore!

💡 EXTRA TIP: Every day at 8 pm and 9 pm there is a light and sound show at the waterfall. From Friday to Sunday, the show also takes place at 10 pm. Check out the most up-to-date information here.

For another perspective on the waterfall, you can also visit the Canopy Bridge, suspended 23 metres off the ground. However, given the price to visit the bridge, I honestly don’t think it’s worth it. It’s cute, but if it was today, I wouldn’t pay to visit. But here’s the tip anyway 😉.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: Canopy Bridge is open from 10 am to 10 pm and tickets can be bought on the official website (13.9 SGD, ~9.4€) or Get Your Guide (7.8€).

But the list of attractions at Changi airport does not end there. Check the official website to find out all the things to do in Singapore airport and their prices. Some of the most popular include the Hedge Maze, Bouncing Nets, Walking Net or Mirror Maze.

I suggest you start your Chinatown tour at Thian Hock Keng temple – the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore. This is one of the places you can visit for free in Singapore.

Another of the most important Chinese temples you can find in Chinatown is the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, which is also a museum. Built only in 2007, this temple is well-known because it holds a relic of the Buddha’s tooth that weighs no less than 3,500 kilos, 320 of which are made from gold.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: It is possible to visit the inside of the Buddha Tooth Relic temple for free.

On the same street as the previous temple, we find the Sri Mariamman Hindu temple. On this street there are a Buddhist temple, a mosque and a Hindu temple, showing one of the best parts of Singapore – the harmonious coexistence of several religions.

The Sri Mariamman Hindu temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore and can also be visited for free.

Having seen the main points of interest in Chinatown, I suggest you let yourself get a little lost around this area of the city, as it has some very photogenic spots 😍.

And finally, have a look at Mohamed Ali Lane for some street art pieces!

💡 EXTRA TIP: Nearby, you can also visit the Fort Canning Tree Tunnel – one of the most Instagrammable places in Singapore. I personally didn’t visit because it’s usual for this place to queue up to take photos, but it looks pretty cute 😉.

The Merlion is basically a lion with the body of a fish. Legend has it that a tiger once swam from Indonesia to Singapore and was mistaken for a lion.

The whole area around the statue is quite pleasant and, most likely, will make you laugh a couple of times when you see people looking for the perfect photo angle with the jet of water that comes out of the lion’s mouth.

In addition, its infinity pool is one of the most well-known in the country and one of the top places to visit in Singapore. However, unfortunately, this can only be used by guests of the hotel that exists in Marina Bay Sands.

Even so, you can take a vertiginous lift ride up to the building’s Observation Deck and admire what is one of the best views over Singapore.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The Observation Deck at Marina Bay Sands is open from 11 am to 9 pm daily. The ticket costs 32 SGD (21.62€) and can be purchased either on the official website or Get Your Guide (slightly cheaper).

Well, I know it can be a bit of an expensive attraction, but I guarantee it’s worth it!

The Sultan mosque can be visited inside for free. And, even if you are not dressed appropriately, they will provide you with some clothes 😉.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The Sultan Mosque is open Monday to Thursday, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to noon and 2 pm to 4 pm. It is closed on Fridays for visits.

And finally, if you search for Haji Lane, you’ll find dozens of street art pieces. It’s hard not to love it.

You can also take the opportunity to visit the Malay Heritage Centre, which is located in the city. However, it is closed until 2025.

The Gardens by the Bay complex is huge and you can easily spend an entire morning/afternoon there. Although there are many points of interest in these gardens, I will leave here my tips for first-time visitors looking to visit the most popular spots.

I suggest starting your visit at Floral Fantasy – a small space with hanging flowers and creative floral arrangements. This is not one of the most visited spots at Gardens by the Bay, but I must say I loved it!

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: Floral Fantasy is open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 7 pm and until 8 pm on other days. Admission costs 20 SGD (~13.51€) and tickets can be purchased on the official website.

I suggest you continue towards the Dragonfly Bridge. Access is free and here you have a great perspective of Marina Bay Sands and the surrounding gardens.

Nearby you will also find Dragonfly Lake, a nice place to take a walk.

From Flower Dome, I suggest you head straight to the Cloud Forest. This is one of the most popular places in Gardens by the Bay and has an incredible mystique. Here you will also find one of the largest indoor waterfalls and plants from all over the world. During your visit, you’ll probably feel like you’re lost on some other planet!

To make your visit even more special, I suggest you choose to visit the Cloud Forest at a time when there is mist inside the building. This happens at 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The Cloud Forest is open from 9 am to 9 pm. Sometimes there are themed exhibitions inside. More information here.

But Gardens by the Bay have even more to offer. It’s time to have a closer look at the Supertree Grove (the famous trees that are the brand image of the gardens) 😍. Beyond the aesthetic effect, these trees are vertical gardens with over 200 plant species and some even aim to produce solar energy.

If you want a different perspective on these futuristic trees, I highly suggest stopping by the OCBC Skyway. Located 22 metres high, this bridge connects two of the trees in Supertree Grove.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The OCBC Skyway is open from 9 am to 9 pm and costs 12 SGD (8.11€). Tickets can be purchased in advance online.

Nearby, you can also climb to the top of the tallest tree – Supertree Observatory. From the top terrace, you will have unobstructed views of the city and the unbelievable Marina Bay Sands.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The Supertree Observatory is open from 9 am to 9 pm and costs 10 SGD (~6.75€). Tickets can be purchased from the official website.

And if you’ve chosen to visit Gardens by the Bay in the afternoon, it’s probably time for the sun to set and one of Singapore’s most magical moments to begin. I’m talking about Garden Rhapsody – a light and sound show unlike any other. The show isn’t always the same, but it’s totally free. This is one of the top tourist attractions in Singapore, so be sure not to miss it.

It happens every day at 7:45 pm and 8:45 pm and I have to say, it will probably be one of the most unforgettable moments of your trip to Singapore. People usually sit (or even lie down! Trust me, it’s BEAUTIFUL 🤩) on the floor watching the show.

💡 EXTRA TIP: There are days when Gardens by the Bay attractions close for maintenance. Although they don’t all close at the same time, I recommend you check on the official website which days are closed for maintenance to avoid disappointment.

Finally, and especially for those travelling on a budget, I know that the combined price of all these attractions at Gardens by the Bay is quite high. So if you can only visit one or two of the paid attractions, I particularly suggest the OCBC Skyway and Cloud Forest.

The Singapore Botanic Gardens are the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Singapore. There are actually different gardens in the complex, the most well-known being the National Orchid Garden.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: Much of the Botanic Gardens complex has free admission. One of the exceptions is the National Orchid Garden, which costs 15 SGD (~10.1€). You can check the more detailed information here.

However, when I visited in June 2023, many of the points I wanted to visit were closed for maintenance, so I was only able to visit the parts located on Mount Faber Peak. Still, I highly recommend it as the views over the city are unique and it is unlike anything else we can visit in Singapore.

💡 EXTRA TIP: To better plan your visit, I suggest you check the official information about the park here.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The show is free and can be watched from Event Plaza. It takes place every day at 8 pm and 9 pm, and on Saturday also at 10 pm. All the most up-to-date information here.

💡 EXTRA TIP: Since most of these places are further away from the centre of Singapore, I suggest only visiting one of them. The Arts and Science Museum is the only exception, and that can be combined with something else.

There are several ways to get to Sentosa, but one of the most popular is the Singapore cable car, which connects this island to Mount Faber at the Southern Ridges. So, if you want to see just a bit of Sentosa, you can combine a visit there with the Southern Ridges.

💡 EXTRA TIP: For more practical information on organizing a visit to Sentosa Island, I suggest checking out this website.

Two of the most popular places on the island are Pekan Quarry and Chek Jawa Wetlands (where we find a walkway and a viewpoint). Many of the visitors choose to visit the island by bicycle, as the circulation of other types of vehicles is limited.

The museum’s exhibitions aim to combine art, science, culture and technology. They are mostly interactive and often temporary.

📝 USEFUL INFORMATION: The museum is open from 10 am to 7 pm every day. You can buy tickets for the museum here.

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