Spending one day in Singapore is just enough time to get a taste of this amazing city, a city which is a melting pot and has been molded by the ethnicity’s that live and work there – Chinese, Indian, Malaysian, and Indonesia. Through this, Singapore has developed a unique environment with a plethora of diversity and it’s definitely one of the best cities in the world to visit, even if you’re just passing though on a stopover in Singapore!
You won’t be able to see absolutely everything with just 1 day in Singapore, but if you follow this Singapore travel blog and do these things to do in Singapore in 1 day, you will get to see the top and most iconic Singapore attractions and get a taste of why Singapore is such a lust-worthy travel destination.
One Day in Singapore
Keep reading for details on how to spend your One Day in Singapore!
Go to the top of Marina Bay Sands
Marina Bay Sands is one of the world’s most famous hotels in the world! The hotel is an iconic part of the Singapore skyline and something you cannot miss on your Singapore itinerary!
The best way to enjoy the Marina Bay Sands is either by booking a room and staying overnight there or going to the upper deck. If you decide to stay at Marina Bay Sands, you get access to the infinity pool that overlooks Singapore’s skyscrapers and is the largest rooftop infinity pool in the world. This in itself is worth spending the night, especially with just one day in Singapore.
However, you can enjoy Marina Bay Sands in other ways as well. One way is by getting a tour ticket to the Observation Deck on the 57th Floor.
Or, you can go to one of the rooftop bars like Ce La Vi and enjoy the views with a drink in hand. Going to a rooftop bar is an especially great thing to do in Singapore at Night so be sure to include it on your one day Singapore itinerary.
If you only have 1 or 2 nights in Singapore, you want to stay in the heart of Singapore and really want to treat yourself, look into rates and availability at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel here on Booking.com!
If you just want to chill out during your one day in Singapore, you could spend a few hours here!
The best way to get this view from the Marina Sands Hotel?? Visit Ce La Vi Bar for a drink!
Explore the Gardens by the Bay
The Gardens by the Bay hold some of Singapore’s most beautiful sights and attractions and are one of the best places to visit in Singapore!
Here you will find the Cloud Forest, a Flower Dome and of course the Supertree Grove. This is undoubtedly one of the coolest gardens you will ever visit and will have you amazed for every second. Since you only have one day in Singapore you may not be able to visit all the different areas of the Garden of the Bay, but you can find the time to view the magical Supertree Grove!
The Supertree Grove is one of the most impressive gardens in Singapore and is one of the best things to do in Singapore.
It’s completely free to enter and roam around which is great if you’re in Singapore on a budget, however to see more and visit the Observation Deck and Skyway, you need to purchase a ticket like this.
Either way, it should be on your list of things to do in Singapore with one day and walking around here is amazing and one of the most romantic things to do in Singapore.
The Gardens by the Bay are so impressive and iconic so with just one day in Singapore you must visit them!
If your One Day in Singapore itinerary during the day is full, it’s ok as you can come here at night and it’s even more impressive!
Walk around Little India
Little India is a traditional Indian area in Singapore known for its ethnic restaurants and landmarks. The streets here are an explosion of bright colours and walking around will make you feel like you’ve transported to India!
The main landmark of Little India is Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple which is full of vibrant Hindu deities’ statues.
In addition to this, you will find various shops in Little India selling clothing, jewellery and more.
This is a wonderful area to get an authentic Indian lunch or snack and to take some photos in front of the colourful buildings and therefore one of the best places to visit in Singapore in 1 day.
Little India should be on your list of things to do in one day in Singapore because it’s so colourful!
Admire the views & food in Chinatown
After the India overload in Little India it is time to change the pace and move to another prominent traditional area in Singapore; Chinatown.
The streets of Chinatown are beyond picturesque and full of exciting shops and restaurants. It is the best place to find authentic Chinese dishes like rice, satay, and noodles so be sure you include a lunch stop here on your Singapore one day itinerary.
Beyond the amazing food options – and yes Singapore IS a foodie’s heaven – there are also tons of indie boutiques with clothing, art, and souvenir shops!
For things to do with one day in Singapore, be sure to get lunch at Chinatown for an authentic Singapore lunch experience!
Take a Singapore River Cruise
A great way to see Singapore in a quick and fun way is by boat. Luckily, there are river cruises like this in Singapore that can bring you all around the city for a one-hour adventure.
With just one day in Singapore, you need to manage your time in order to see as much as possible in the least amount of time. With a river cruise, you get to sit and relax while seeing all the top sites and landmarks in the city. Plus, the boat comes with commentary so you can learn a little as well, it’s the perfect activity for things to do with one day in Singapore.
Because you only have one day in Singapore, I’d suggest booking an e-ticket boat cruise online which you can do here, so it will save you time and you don’t have to worry about queuing for tickets!
You’ll get to see some top Singapore attractions on the River Cruise!
Ride the Singapore Flyer
Viewing the Singapore skyline from above is one of the best ways to see the city, and a great way to do this is by taking a ride on the Singapore Flyer.
The Singapore Flyer is Singapore’s version of the London Eye. It is a large Ferris wheel with air-conditioned capsules to ride in. The flyer is 165 meters tall and from the top of it, you get some of the best views of the city so get this on your Singapore 1 day itinerary!
You’ll be walking a lot on this one day in Singapore itinerary, so you can rest your feet whilst on the Singapore Flyer!
Waterfall at Changi Airport
When you depart from your one day in Singapore consider stopping at the waterfall at Changi Airport first. This is the world tallest indoor waterfall and a must-see!
Changi Airport is amazing, and the waterfall is only one of the features that make it so wonderful. The waterfall is also known as the rain vortex and you have to see it before you check-in for your flight.
To save time getting to and from Singapore Changi Airport, especially with your short trip, book an official Airport shuttle and 1 way hotel transfer here!
After or before your One Day in Singapore, make sure you leave enough time to explore Singapore Airport, it’s the best airport in the world!
This is a guest post submitted by Samantha Karen.
Samantha Karen is the founder of the travel bog Sam Sees World. She is a twenty-something traveller on a mission to explore the world to seek the new and unknown so she can document her experiences and inspire others to explore this wondrous world. Her objective is to learn about the world while also searching for her place in it. Check out Sam Sees World for valuable information on the best things to do, see, eat, and experience while travelling and making memories along the way.
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