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Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay glowing at night

Attractions

The best things to see in Singapore

Futuristic gardens, a harbour full of history and a resort island on the doorstep: the essential places to put on your list.

Illuminated Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay at night01

Marina Bay

Gardens by the Bay

A 100-hectare waterfront park where giant vertical gardens, glass conservatories and a canopy walkway turn horticulture into spectacle.

Highlights

  • Supertree Grove, vertical gardens 25 to 50 metres tall, with a nightly light and music show
  • OCBC Skyway, a walkway high among the Supertree canopy
  • Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, two climate-controlled conservatories

Insider tip: Walking the outdoor gardens is free. Arrive 30 minutes before the evening show for the best spot lying under the trees.

Misty indoor waterfall mountain covered in ferns and orchids inside the Cloud Forest dome02

Marina Bay

Cloud Forest

Step into a cool, misty tropical highland. A towering indoor waterfall is wrapped in ferns, orchids and pitcher plants, with walkways spiralling around it.

Highlights

  • A multi-storey “Cloud Mountain” you descend on elevated walkways
  • Rare orchids, ferns and carnivorous plants
  • A welcome escape from the midday heat

Insider tip: Head to the top first and walk down, so you meet the waterfall mist gradually. Bring a light layer, it is genuinely cool inside.

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Marina Bay

Marina Bay Sands

The three-tower icon of the skyline, crowned by a ship-shaped SkyPark. Around it sit the ArtScience Museum, Helix Bridge and the bay promenade.

Highlights

  • SkyPark Observation Deck with 360° views of the city and strait
  • Spectra, a free light and water show at the Event Plaza
  • ArtScience Museum, shaped like an open lotus flower

Insider tip: Walk the full Marina Bay loop at sunset, then catch the skyline from the Helix Bridge once the lights come on.

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Marina Bay

Merlion Park

Half lion, half fish: the national mascot that nods to Singapura, the “Lion City”, and the island’s fishing-village past.

Highlights

  • The original 8.6-metre Merlion, spouting into the bay
  • A smaller “Merlion cub” beside it
  • Classic skyline views and a short stroll to the Esplanade

Insider tip: Visit early in the morning for photos without the crowds. It is free and open around the clock.

Palm-fringed beach on Sentosa Island with a cable car overhead05

Southern Islands

Sentosa Island

A resort island a short ride from the city, with beaches, theme parks, cable cars and beach clubs, all connected by a free internal bus and monorail.

Highlights

  • Palawan, Siloso and Tanjong beaches
  • Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A. Aquarium
  • Cable car rides between Mount Faber and Sentosa

Insider tip: Weekdays are far quieter. Take the cable car one way and the Sentosa Express monorail back for contrasting views.

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Sentosa

Universal Studios Singapore

Southeast Asia’s first and only Universal Studios park, set around a lagoon at Resorts World Sentosa. Seven movie-themed zones pack in coasters, water rides, live shows and character meet-and-greets.

Highlights

  • Battlestar Galactica dueling coasters and TRANSFORMERS The Ride in Sci-Fi City
  • Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, WaterWorld and the Canopy Flyer in The Lost World
  • Puss in Boots’ Giant Journey and Shrek 4-D Adventure in Far Far Away
  • Minion Land, the newest zone, opened in February 2025

Insider tip: Arrive at opening on a weekday and head straight to Sci-Fi City and Ancient Egypt before queues build. Save the wet rapids ride for the afternoon heat.

Universal Studios Singapore in depth

Zones, rides and how to plan your day

Opened
2010 (grand opening 2011)
Size
25 hectares
Themed zones
6 plus Minion Land
Visitors a year
About 4 million
Dueling roller coasters twisting through the futuristic Sci-Fi City zone

Universal Studios Singapore is Southeast Asia's first and only Universal Studios park. It sits at Resorts World Sentosa and is the smallest of Universal's parks, which makes it easy to cover in a day. The zones circle a central lagoon, so you can work around the park without much backtracking.

The seven zones

  • Hollywood

    The main entrance zone, styled as Hollywood Boulevard with a Walk of Fame, shops, cafes and the Pantages Hollywood Theatre.

    • Trolls Hug Time Jubilee live show
    • Photo spots by the giant Universal Globe
  • New York

    Neon lights, street facades and a replica New York Public Library, plus Sesame Street characters for younger guests.

    • Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase
    • Lights! Camera! Action! stunt show
  • Sci-Fi City

    A futuristic metropolis that is home to the park’s biggest thrills.

    • Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLON dueling coasters
    • TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle
    • Accelerator spinning ride
  • Ancient Egypt

    A 1920s-style excavation site with obelisks, tombs and curse-ridden rides.

    • Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride
    • Treasure Hunters vintage-jeep ride
  • The Lost World

    Two worlds in one: Jurassic Park with dinosaurs and rapids, and WaterWorld with its stunt show.

    • Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure
    • Canopy Flyer over the dinosaur valley
    • WaterWorld live stunt show
  • Far Far Away

    The fairytale kingdom of Shrek, with castles, ogres and a talking donkey.

    • Puss in Boots’ Giant Journey
    • Shrek 4-D Adventure
    • Enchanted Airways and Donkey Live
  • Minion Land

    The newest zone, opened in February 2025 and based on Illumination’s Despicable Me, with Minion Marketplace, Gru’s Neighborhood and Super Silly Fun Land.

    • Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
    • Silly Swirly swing ride
    • Buggie Boogie dance-party carousel

A new Super Nintendo World area is under construction. Check the official page for its opening date.

Rides by thrill level

Big thrills

Coasters and high-intensity rides for teens and adults.

  • Battlestar Galactica: CYLON, an inverted coaster with five inversions
  • Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN, a sit-down coaster with no inversions
  • Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride, an indoor coaster and dark ride
  • TRANSFORMERS The Ride, a 3D motion ride
For the whole family

Fun for most ages, subject to height rules.

  • Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, a river-rapids raft ride where you will get wet
  • Puss in Boots’ Giant Journey, a family coaster
  • Despicable Me Minion Mayhem and Shrek 4-D Adventure
  • Canopy Flyer and Treasure Hunters
For little ones

Gentler rides and character fun for younger children.

  • Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase
  • Magic Potion Spin and Enchanted Airways
  • Dino-Soarin’ and Buggie Boogie
  • Meet-and-greets with Shrek, Puss in Boots, Elmo and the Minions

Hours, tickets and good-to-know

Opening hours
The park opens at 10am daily. Closing time changes with the season and events, so check the calendar on the official page. On the day we checked, hours were 10am to 8pm.
Tickets and prices
One-day adult tickets have started from around S$83 on off-peak days, with children aged 4 to 12 from around S$62, and under-4s free. Prices change by date and season, so confirm on the official booking page.
Skip the queue
Universal Express is a paid add-on that lets you skip the queue at selected rides and shows. It is worth considering on weekends and school holidays.
Pay by tap
The resort encourages cashless payment. Tap a contactless card or phone wallet at attractions, hotels and resort dining.

How to get there

  • Take the MRT to HarbourFront, walk into VivoCity and catch the Sentosa Express monorail to Resorts World Station, right beside the park entrance.
  • Ride the Singapore Cable Car from Mount Faber or HarbourFront for harbour views, then walk or take the Sentosa bus.
  • Walk from VivoCity along the Sentosa Boardwalk, a covered path with moving walkways.
  • Taxis and ride-hailing cars can drop you at Resorts World Sentosa. Check current Sentosa access fees on the Sentosa website.

Tips for a great day

  • Go on a weekday if you can. Weekends and school holidays are much busier.
  • Arrive at opening and ride the major thrills in Sci-Fi City and Ancient Egypt first, before queues build.
  • Save Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure for the hottest part of the afternoon, since it is a wet ride.
  • Bring a light rain poncho, a refillable bottle, sunscreen and a portable charger for your phone.
  • Rides and shows sometimes close for maintenance, so check the official page for what is operating on your date.
  • Many outlets are halal-certified, and the park has vegetarian options. Check the official dining list for details.

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The Rain Vortex waterfall inside Jewel Changi Airport surrounded by greenery07

East

Jewel Changi Airport

An airport that is a destination in itself. The Rain Vortex, one of the tallest indoor waterfalls in the world, falls through a glass dome wrapped in a terraced forest.

Highlights

  • The Rain Vortex, lit up with a light and sound show at night
  • Shiseido Forest Valley, an indoor garden with thousands of trees and plants
  • Canopy Park attractions and dozens of restaurants

Insider tip: Great for a long layover. Jewel connects directly to Terminal 1 and links to the others by a short walkway or skytrain.

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Tanglin

Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, a 19th-century tropical garden of lakes, rainforest and the famous National Orchid Garden.

Highlights

  • National Orchid Garden with thousands of orchid species and hybrids
  • A pocket of real primary rainforest in the middle of the city
  • Free entry to the main gardens, open from early morning

Insider tip: Go at sunrise when it is cool and the lake is misty. Pair it with breakfast at nearby Tiong Bahru Market.

Clarke Quay riverfront restaurants lit up at night with a bumboat on the water09

Riverside

Clarke Quay & the Singapore River

Once the heart of the colonial trading port, today the river is lined with restored warehouses, restaurants and bars, best seen from the water.

Highlights

  • River cruises on a traditional bumboat
  • Waterfront dining and nightlife at Clarke Quay and Boat Quay
  • Easy walk to Fort Canning Park and the National Museum

Insider tip: Take a bumboat just after sunset, then stay on for dinner along the river.

And more

Have extra time?

Add a few of these to round out a longer stay.

  • Night Safari

    The world’s first nocturnal wildlife park, explored by tram and on foot.

  • National Gallery Singapore

    Southeast Asia’s largest public collection of modern art, in two colonial landmarks.

  • Southern Ridges

    A connected hike with canopy bridges, including Henderson Waves.

  • Pulau Ubin

    A rustic island of kampung life, mangroves and cycling trails, 10 minutes by bumboat.

  • Fort Canning Park

    A hilltop park with royal history, tunnels and shaded walks above the CBD.

  • East Coast Park

    Beachside cycling, seafood centres and sunrise runs along 15 km of shoreline.