I lived in Singapore for over 4 years. Check out some of my recommendations here.
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Places to Stay
Things to Do
Places to Eat & Drink
Services
Shopping
Places to Stay
Places in Singapore that I loved and made life there so much easier
This hotel is absolutely incredible and worth the splurge for a night or two. This is the hotel with the highest infinity pool with panoramic views of the city
Marina Bay Sands Singapore
Fully serviced apartments - great pool and restaurant. In the CBD, great location and close to public transport
OUE Downtown 2
Had a staycation here - great location on Sentosa if you want to explore the island but they also have a wonderful weekend brunch
Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa - Where life lives
Boutique hotel located in traditional shop houses in Singapore. Close to public transport, rooftop bar, good value for the price considering how expensive Singapore is.
The Scarlet Singapore
Located in Bugis, close to public transport and shopping, affordable, comfortable and nice bar area
Mercure Singapore Bugis
Things to Do
The orchid garden is spectacular! Enjoy the day walking around in this beautiful park
Singapore Botanic Gardens
This is a great afternoon walk - walk among the treetops and check out all of the monkeys!
Treetop Walk - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
One of the best in the world - worth a visit for a day.
Singapore Zoo Tours & Tickets - Viator
This 45 minute journey offers the most incredible views of the city and also gives guests a history lesson about the island.
Singapore Flyer Tours & Tickets - Viator
One of the best ways to get over to Sentosa Island from Vivo City. See the city from high above.
Singapore Cable Car Tours and Tickets - Viator
A trip to Singapore is not complete without a photo with the Iconic Merlion
Gorgeous walk during the day but even better at night! They usually have a light show in the evenings with popular tunes. Take a seat, look up and enjoy
Gardens by the Bay, Singapore | Tickets & Tours - 2024 - Viator
Get to the airport early to explore this amazing shopping and eating destination. Here you will find the largest indoor waterfall in the world.
Singapore: Jewel Changi Airport 2024 - Viator
Looking for a beach day? This is the place to go. You will also find Universal studios and many other tourists attractions
Sentosa Island Tours, Tickets & Excursions - Viator
A must visit if you have kids or are a big kid at heart
Universal Studios Singapore Tours and Tickets - Viator
Places to Eat & Drink
One of my most favorite burger joints - from NYC, best burgers in the world. If you love sweets, their out of this world milkshakes are what they are also know for.
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beers
Where the Singapore Sling was invented! Try one out while eating peanuts and shucking the shells on the floor
Long Bar
One of my favorite places to go to each as there are so many choices! Also great for a night out bar hopping
CHIJMES
Not only is the food delicious but this cafe is pet friendly so don’t be surprised if there is a dog birthday party happening while you are there!
Menage Cafe
Delicious place to eat in Marina One - open for lunch and dinner - pet friendly
NUDE Seafood (Marina One)
Haven't eaten here but go have a drink here instead of paying for access to the roof deck at MBS (a cocktail will be less expensive and the view nearly the same)
Spago, SINGAPORE - Wolfgang Puck
Gorgeous bar straight out of the 40’s - art deco feel with artwork by Salvador Dali out in the courtyard
ATLAS
If you are in the CBD at night, this street closes down for the satay vendors in the evening - fun place out with friends
Satay Street @ Lau Pa Sat
Super fun little place to eat - great food and service. Try the bloody mary!
My Awesome Cafe
Services
Looking for a place that's known for their hair colors and their extensions - this is the place to go!
John Salon - Hair Extensions
This is the pet hotel where my dog would stay when I went out of town. Also a great grooming facility!
Petopia
Shopping
Love this shop for high end and upcoming designers - located in Dempsey where there are a to. Of great restaurants and shops