Central Singapore Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Singapore
Where to stay in Central Singapore
Marina Bay
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 Sands Expo and Convention Centre, and jump on the metro at Bayfront Station or Marina South Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Singapore
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.
Orchard
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.
Chinatown
Chinatown is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Chinatown Heritage Center and Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Chinatown Station or Maxwell Station.
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.
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.
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Staff helpful and friendly. Hotel clean and tidy and close to shops and trains. Breakfast started late which did not suit early risers and too expensive for what was offered. Otherwise hotel was a good spot to stay for a short break with plenty of food options a short walk away.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
Breakfast menu was amazing. Location - close to everything
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Waterloo Singapore - Handwritten Collection
Very efficient. Great location. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Citadines Raffles Place Singapore
Great central location to walk to Marina Bay, Boat and Clark Quay, Merlion and Chinatown.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Ascott Raffles Place Singapore
We had plenty of space in our 1 bedroom brown suite on the 21st floor and our housekeeper Ryan was fabulous! He kept our coffee supply filled up, the place very clean and we looked forward to his creative towel sculptures at the end of each day. Melissa also checked in with us a couple of times via ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road, Singapore
Staff is very professional (Mr. Eddie & Ms. Angela) business-friendly. The breakfast is outstanding (the best), we have stayed there twice & it has gotten better is time we have visited, sincerely Elisa & Fred
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Orchard Road
Spend the day shopping for the world’s biggest brands at one of the most popular shopping destinations in Asia.
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 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.
Gardens by the Bay
A startling combination of mankind’s engineering and nature’s beauty make this attraction one of the city's best.
Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore
Explore the waterfront in Singapore with a trip to Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Bugis Street Shopping District
The largest shopping district in Singapore has over 800 stores and transforms into a bustling night market as the sun goes down.
Things to do
Universal Studios Singapore Admission Ticket
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay Admission E-Ticket
Albatross Hop-On Hop-Off Speedboat Pass (1-Day Unlimited Speedboat Rides)
Singapore River Cruise E-Ticket
Singapore SkyPark Observation Deck at Marina Bay Sands Admission Ticket
Bird Paradise Singapore – General Admission Pass
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- Marina Bay Sands Casino
- Gardens by the Bay
- Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore
- Bugis Street Shopping District
- Raffles Place
- Marina Bay Street Circuit
- Singapore Botanic Gardens
- Merlion
- Boat Quay
- Suntec City
- Sands Expo and Convention Centre
- National Museum of Singapore
- Fort Canning Park
- Little India Arcade
- Clarke Quay Central
