Central Singapore Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Haji Lane showing a city, night scenes and signage
National Orchid Garden featuring a garden
Gardens by the Bay showing modern architecture, night scenes and a park
Fort Canning Park featuring heritage architecture
Central Singapore

Where to stay in Central Singapore

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Marina Bay

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Marina Bay. Check out top attractions like Marina Bay Sands Casino and Gardens by the Bay, and jump on the metro at Bayfront Station or Marina South Station to see more of the city.

Marina Bay
Clarke Quay Mall showing shopping, interior views and modern architecture

Downtown Singapore

4.5/5(242 area reviews)

Downtown Singapore is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Orchard Road and Clarke Quay Central. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Chinatown Station.

Downtown Singapore
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Orchard

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Orchard Road and Lucky Plaza are a few top attractions in Orchard. Hop around the city on the metro at Orchard Station or Somerset Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, beautiful gardens and popular shops.

Orchard
Chinatown showing a temple or place of worship, interior views and religious elements

Chinatown

4.5/5(179 area reviews)

Chinatown is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Chinatown Heritage Center and Sri Mariamman Temple. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Chinatown Station or Maxwell Station.

Chinatown
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Singapore Central Business District

Known for its beautiful waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Singapore Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Marina Bay Sands Casino and Esplanade Theatres, and jump on the metro at Raffles Place Station or Bayfront Station to see more of the city.

Singapore Central Business District
Clarke Quay Mall which includes a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Clarke Quay

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Clarke Quay. You can visit top attractions like Clarke Quay Central and Clarke Quay Mall, and jump on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Fort Canning MRT station to see more of the city.

Clarke Quay
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay

4.5 out of 5
Merchant Road, 20, Singapore, SIN
The price is ₹16,127 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹16,127
₹19,337 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,184 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful breakfast, and helpful/courteous staff!!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay
lyf Bugis Singapore

lyf Bugis Singapore

4 out of 5
200 Middle Road, Singapore
The price is ₹9,949 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹9,949
₹11,929 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy 2 restaurants, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very cute and convenient, I used the gym and laundry facilities. It’s a crowded and friendly place, with people always ready to help."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

lyf Bugis Singapore
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road

YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road

4 out of 5
366 Orchard Road, Singapore
The price is ₹11,456 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹11,456
₹13,736 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,534 reviews)
"perfect amenities and room had everything required. location was great. nice pool, good wifi and friendly staff. near MTR as well."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
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Citadines Raffles Place Singapore

Citadines Raffles Place Singapore

3.5 out of 5
88 Market Street, Level 9, Singapore
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (385 reviews)
"This property was very nice inside and out. Walking distance to food and entertainment areas. If you like to walk, i think its perfect workout. Less then 30 mins to each main place. Arab Street, Marina Bay Sands, Little India, etc."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Citadines Raffles Place Singapore
Ascott Raffles Place Singapore

Ascott Raffles Place Singapore

5 out of 5
No 2 Finlayson Green, Singapore
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Singapore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (459 reviews)
Excellent mini apartment
"Travelling is made so much easier with a kitchenette and washing machine, which was our main reason for booking here. Excellent choice as both were more than adequate and included dishwasher, all utensils and crockery, storage, and fridge all discretely built in. Large bathroom though the shower ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Ascott Raffles Place Singapore
lyf Farrer Park Singapore

lyf Farrer Park Singapore

4 out of 5
2 PERUMAL ROAD, Singapore
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, airport pick-up service (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)
"This place is very convenient, literally 2 minutes walk from a metro station, a mall, Starbucks and so many restaurants. All the tourist attractions such as Haji lane, little India and Bugis street are all 20-30 minutes away walking. Out room was not large but it has everything that we needed. They ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

lyf Farrer Park Singapore
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Popular places to visit

Marina Bay Sands Casino

Marina Bay Sands Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Marina Bay Sands Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Singapore? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Marina Bay Sands Casino
Singapore showing night scenes, a high-rise building and city views

Orchard Road

Flash the plastic at one of Asia's premier shopping destinations where designer labels and market bargains mingle.

Orchard Road
Gardens by the Bay

Gardens by the Bay

This new but much loved attraction bring 'the garden to the city'.

Gardens by the Bay
Marina Bay Sands Skypark

Marina Bay Sands Skypark

Marina Bay Sands Skypark is just one of the places to see in Singapore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Marina Bay Sands Skypark
Bugis Street Shopping District showing food and shopping

Bugis Street Shopping District

Singapore's largest shopping district is the perfect place to flash the plastic, day or night.

Bugis Street Shopping District
Mustafa Centre

Mustafa Centre

During your visit to Singapore, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mustafa Centre. Amble around this vibrant area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.

Mustafa Centre

Cities near Central Singapore

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Arab Street District showing heritage architecture, religious aspects and a mosque

Arab Street District

Colonial District

Colonial District

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