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Singapore City Travel Guide

Singapore City Travel Guide

Marina Bay, hawker centres and Gardens by the Bay.

Photo: Bijay Chaurasia, CC BY-SA 4.0
  • CountrySingapore
  • Best forFood, architecture, stopovers
  • Best timeFebruary to April
  • CurrencySingapore dollar
Marina Bay is a bay located in the Central Area of Singapore, surrounded by the perimeter of four other planning areas, the Downtown Core, Marina East, Marina South and Straits View. The area surrounding the bay itself, also called Marina Bay, is a 360 hectare extension to the adjacent Central Business District. It is also the new downtown of Singapore, built on Singapore's reclaimed land.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Where to stay in Singapore City: hotel tips

Choosing the right neighbourhood matters more than the hotel itself. These are the best areas to base yourself in Singapore City:

1

Marina Bay

Iconic views, top-end hotels

2

Chinatown & Tanjong Pagar

Heritage shophouses and food

3

Bugis & Little India

Better value, great transport

Hotel booking tips

  • Book central stays near public transport to save time and taxi fares.
  • Choose free-cancellation rates during February to April, the busiest season.
  • Check recent reviews for noise, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.

Top landmarks in Singapore City

Map of Singapore City and around

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Getting around

Combine walking, public transport and ride-hailing apps for city sightseeing. For day trips and onward travel, compare trains, buses and ferries, or hire a car where roads are quiet.

Nearby landmarks