Things to do in Singapore in 3 Days
Singapore is one of the best places in the world for travelers going on their first trip abroad. You can enjoy many exciting attractions here. The Changi International airport, Singapore has grabbed the attention of many travelers. If you are going to plan your trip on your stop over and have only three days, then this article is for you!
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Day One in Singapore
Start your day at the Gardens by the Bay! Reach there early to avoid the crowds. Supertree Grove, Flower Dome, and Cloud Forest are some of the amazing places. Spare around 2 hours here. Head over to Marina Bay Sands and get a ticket for the SkyPark Observation Deck. Enjoy the panoramic views of the city from the 57th floor.
Get on the Singapore Flyer to see the first sunset in the city. While it is undoubtedly touristy, it is worth it to take a thirty-minute ride one of the world’s most enormous Giant Observation Wheels.
The Bugis Street Market is the largest and cheapest place to shop in Singapore. If you’re looking for a place to buy souvenirs then this is a must visit a places.
Clarke Quay is an amazing neighborhood along the river is where Singaporeans and travelers like to spend time. Explore the amazing bars and clubs.
Day Two in Singapore
Go for Tiong Bahru Market which opens at 6 am, It is completely optional for a luxury traveler visiting Singapore to experience some royal excursions. This is a local market with all kinds of fresh seafood, fruits, and veggies. Visit the Singapore Botanic Gardens - UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Arab Street and the neighborhood is full of shops, cafés, restaurants to experience the local culture and cuisine. You can prefer to visit Masjid Sultan after that. This mosque is one of the city’s most impressive religious buildings. You can take a guided tour to learn more about the history of the mosque.
On the way back you can go to the Gardens by the Bay. They have Garden Rhapsody Show at around 7:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. every night. You can end your second day by exploring this amazing light show.
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Day Three in Singapore
Visit Sentosa Island
Sentosa Island is the place where Singaporeans and travelers from around the globe go to have a rollick in the sun, sand, and water. This island has beautiful beaches, spas, outdoor activities and theme parks like Universal Studios. These two are the place you will spot in every picture of Singapore. From amusement parks to bungee jumping, water sports activities, Madame Tussauds museum and what not.
If you consider all the activities, you can easily spend 2 days on Sentosa itself. If you are on a short trip then you can do all the main attractions.
There are many places like Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, Orchard Road, Little India which can be replaced by above attractions. Ideally, if you consider visiting Singapore, 5 days is the must.