Ahhh Singapore. A gloriously designed country that exudes luxury and wealth that's brimming with success, bursting with culture and overflowing with the highest standards of comfort and cleanliness. Despite it's small size the country packs a huge punch when it comes to showmanship. Wowing it's visitors with it's incredibly unique architecture and a lovable modern vibe. It offers you a distinct experience that can't be found anywhere else on the planet!
Being almost in the centre of South East Asia makes it perfectly accessible to anyone travelling in the region, however, it is often overlooked by backpackers because of how infamously expensive it is compared to it's nearby budget-friendly neighbours like Malaysia and Indonesia.
Personally, I think that Singapore is unmissable and vital to any South East Asian trip! BUT, I am also a budget-conscious backpacker like you so I know that 3 days is plenty of time to explore and have a great experience without blowing your travel funds!
I've visited this place 2 times! First in 2015 and second in 2017. The first time I didn't make the most of my time there so on my return I made up for it by filling my days with fun experiences!
Here we go!
Day 1!
- ArtScience Museum
- Marina Bay
- 1 Altitude/ Raffles Place
ArtScience Museum
Cost: FREE (Future World $17 or $12 for students)
The ArtScience museum is the perfect way to start off your Singapore adventure by throwing you into the world of amazing and interactive exhibits that are great for big kids!
The ArtScience Museum is the funky flower looking building sitting right in front of the Marina Bay Sands hotel!
Marina Bay
Spend the evening walking around the bay! Grab some food in the one of the restaurants or food vendors along the waterfront and gaze upon the beautiful city lights as the reflect off the the calm waters!
1 Altitude/ Raffles Place
(Cost: $45 Entry & 2 Drinks)
Enjoy cocktails and a 360 degree view of Singapore from the highest Alfresco bar on the planet! 1 Altitude is situated on the 63rd floor of One Raffles Place and is a MUST visit place! The drinks are amazing and the view of the city is undeniably incredible! Try the famous Singapore Sling cocktail, invented right here in Raffles!
Enjoying the Singapore Sling!
Day 2!
- Arab Street
- Marina Bay & the Shoppes
- Gardens By The Bay
- China Town
Arab Street & Haji Lane
This is my FAVOURITE place in Singapore! It's bursting with culture, friendly people and other travellers! Located just a short walk from Exit 2 of the Bugis MRT station, this is the perfect place to spend the morning/afternoon! There are so many cool and niché places to eat here as well as crazy gift shops, salons and material shops! Oh, there's also amazing street art EVERYWHERE and a beautiful Mosque!
Selfie Coffee! This place is really fun. When you order a drink you have to take a selfie and it gets made into the foam on your drink!
The Arab Street Mosque is beautiful! Especially at Sunset where the golden sun rays match the gold paint of the building!
The streets surrounding the Mosque are filled by market stalls and restaurants. You can get some really yummy Arabian food here!
Marina Bay & The Marina Bay Shoppes
(Cost: FREE if you want!)
Spend the afternoon exploring Marina Bay from every angle and head inside 'The Shoppes At The Bay' to do some shopping. The mall at the base of the hotel is full of the most luxurious brands available and the quirkiest delicious eateries!
The iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel standing tall above the waters of the bay!
Amazing downward water fountain that pours down from the street above into the centre of the malls finest cafes and restaurants!
My favourite shop at the Bay! DC Superheroes Cafe is the best place to buy one of a kind Super-themed drinks and snacks or indulge in the endless choice of merch!
These lights dangle from the ceiling and change colour throughout the day!
Gardens By The Bay
Spend the evening walking around the Bay Gardens amongst the enormous and elaborate Supertrees! It's a refreshing open space and perfect for relaxing. The garden is huge and there's a lot to discover so take your time to explore!
Walking down the walkway from Marina Bay will give you this incredible view... but this is just the start! 
Welcome to Supertree Grove! It feels like you've arrived on an alien planet!
I spent several hours here just walking around trying to get take it all in and take some cool photos!
China Town
Want some delicious food after a long day? China Town is a great option! The streets are covered in food vendors, restaurants and market stalls!
Day 3!
- Flower Dome
- Cloud Forest
- Gardens By The Bay
- Marina Bay Light Show
- Clarke Quay
Flower Dome
($28 for Flower Dome & Cloud Forest)
Step into the world of exotic flowers from all over the world!
Cloud Forest
($28 for Cloud Forest & Flower Dome)
Another must-see place in Singapore! A huge dome full of greenery, relaxing ambiance and A HUGE WATERFALL. It all has air conditioning going all the time so it's perfect for a hot Singaporean day!
Gardens By The Bay
(Free)
While you're in the area of the Cloud Forest,take a wander around the Gardens in the day time! It's a spectacular sight on a sunny day!
Marina Bay Light Show
(FREE)
Every day at 8pm and 9pm at the base of the Marina Bay Hotel there's a spectacular light show that is free to the public! Arrive 15 minutes to get a good seat !
Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay is THE place to be at night time. A small area full of buzzing night life consisting of bars, restaurants, boat rides and night clubs!
So that's it! A jam-packed 3 day itinerary for travelling Singapore! There's so much to do in this tiny country so make the most of it! Keep reading for some accommodation tips!
Accommodation in Singapore!
Here are some suggestions for places to stay that can stick to everyone's budget! Click on the links to book your first night stay! I always book my accommodation through Booking.com !
Best Low Budget Hostels ($10 - $25 P/Night)
Best Mid-Range Hotels ($30 - $90 P/Night)
Best Luxury Hotels ($100 + P/Night)
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The Marina Bay Sands Hotel is one of a kind. I'd love to see more pictures of the swimming pool on top.
You're right Hiro! it's incredible. But sadly one night stay there is a bit over my budget! hahah. And only guests of the hotel can use the pool. One day I'll stay there ;)
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thank you !
Great pictures!
Thank you so much ! I really enjoyed photographing this city
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Thank you so much! you can see more of my travels on instagram at @ Travel_Gasm :)
Thnx for this awesome travel guide and including all small details that a traveller need to know, all your photos are just awesome ☺
I appreciate that! Thanks so much. Photography is a great passion of mine so I'm glad it's paying off !
Great guide to Singapore, will definitely be checking these spots out. thanks
They are all must-visit spots! I hope you will see them! :D
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wow! Good to know :D
Amazing building , especially in the night , so many lights. The Most I like Supertrees :))
It's incredible! I love the supertrees too but my favourite place is Arab Street!
One of the most advanced city country in Asia.
Love the place clean and safe. People are all welcome cause there is no racial difference , everyone is equal.
Absolutely! Very safe and very welcoming! I recently was in Taiwan and felt the same... also very safe!
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Great presentation @travelgasm thanks for sharing!
My pleasure! I love writing detailed blogs :D
Yayy Joe! Your blog is good! You should write more!
heeey! Thanks!! I'll try to write a lot more now that i have time!
Amazing content, great photography. These are the posts we need more of. Singapore looks beautiful, looks like so much fun!
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Thank you for your kind words!
beautiful pictures
Thank you so much!
Great post. I was in Singapore for a stop over a couple of months ago. I only had 12hrs so only had time to go to the bay but will definitely take a look at these other places when I am there again. Thanks.
Yeah many people have stop overs there! I hope you get a chance to visit it again!
Excellent trip report & photos! I live here by the way!
Oh thanks! And that's great! Lucky you :D Do you think I included all the must-sees?
You've definitely included the essential modern attractions for a 3-day itinerary. When you visit us in the future, you could use this resource, Visit Singapore to plan your trip. The island may be small; but there's lots to see and great food to try. Cheers!
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Thank you sir!
I love Singapore, have you made Sentosa Islands?
I remember being able to swim on the islands with the dolphins.
I was also able to bring hi-tech low prices
Yeah Sentosa island is great ! :) I went to universal studios 2 years ago, it was fun!
You know, Singapore was very poor during the seventies. Now it is among the best countries not only in Asia but in the world!!!!
yep! Its crazy how far they've come! Very well done to them!
Great read! :)
Thank you!!
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STOPO my god !! Photos form Marina Bay are fantastic. You very like to go back to so an amazing place. keep posting !! @dorotea
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Great pictures, but i think 3 days is not enough for places you havent explore like Singapore Zoo, USS and so on.
Most people I met who backpack only visit for 3 days, that's why this post is for 3 days only. Of course more days would be better. But I'd never go to the zoo anyway.
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This place looks amazing! any videos of your trip coming soon ?
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Hi! As a photographer, I can say, that this is amazing place!
Couldn't agree more!