5 best things to do in Singapore
The essentials of Singapore with the booking notes that actually matter — which tickets sell out, which slots are quietest, which formats reward the advance purchase. Every booking happens with the provider you choose.
Browse all Singapore activities
Attractions, tours, day trips and transport passes from major providers — instant mobile tickets.
The Singapore shortlist
- Gardens by the Bay & Cloud Forest — the conservatories are ticketed; the outdoor gardens are free.
- Marina Bay Sands SkyPark — observation deck; hotel guests get the pool, ticket-holders the view.
- Singapore Zoo & Night Safari — two separate timed parks; combos save meaningfully.
- Hawker centre food tour — the city-state’s defining meal format, guided.
- Universal Studios Sentosa — express passes matter on weekends and school holidays.
Flying in, Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) serves the city — attraction districts sit 30–60 minutes away at typical city speeds.
Compare Singapore activity providers
- Klook — Singapore activities — the widest catalogue, instant QR tickets, strong on transport passes and day trips.
- KKday — Singapore experiences — local-led formats and small-group tours.
- Tiqets — museums and landmarks with instant mobile entry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one thing to do in Singapore?
Gardens by the Bay & Cloud Forest — the conservatories are ticketed; the outdoor gardens are free. Start there, then build the itinerary around it.
Do I need to book Singapore attractions in advance?
The headline attractions reward advance booking — timed-entry systems and quota tickets mean walk-up availability is worst exactly when you want to visit. Everything on this page links to providers showing live availability.
How many days do you need in Singapore?
Three to four days covers the shortlist above at a humane pace for a first visit; add days for the day-trip formats rather than compressing the city itself.
Is a city pass worth it in Singapore?
Run the arithmetic honestly: a pass wins when you would genuinely visit three-plus ticketed attractions in its window. Our provider links show pass options side by side with single tickets — compare before committing.