Balestier Travel Guide
Singapore
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Singapore
Enjoy the exciting rides at Universal Studios Singapore and find out why this is a favourite theme park in Singapore. Amble around this vibrant area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Singapore Zoo
See endangered species or enjoy breakfast with orangutans at Singapore’s famous zoo.
Things to do
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay Admission E-Ticket
Universal Studios Singapore Admission Ticket
Albatross Hop-On Hop-Off Speedboat Pass (1-Day Unlimited Speedboat Rides)
SINGAPORE AIRPORT TRANSFER WITH SINGAPORE TOUR WHILE WAITING FOR YOUR HOTEL
Singapore River Cruise E-Ticket
Singapore SkyPark Observation Deck at Marina Bay Sands Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Balestier
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Singapore Novena by IHG
A full service restaurant at this property would be nice, especially in view of the fact that there are no decent restaurants in the vicinity of the property.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Aloft Singapore Novena
Good location where it’s not too crowded. Right next to a mall where many small restaurants, great varieties. Also a cat cafe nearby 😹Great food selections in breakfast. Lovely clean swimming pool. Convenient laundry machines. Good exercise room. Room has full-length mirror, many lights and outlets, ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Good hotel. Central location. Great for layover.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Waterloo Singapore - Handwritten Collection
This is a new hotel in a great neighborhood, near several Metro stations. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. The room was small for 2 people (2 twin beds) but we were only there to sleep. Not much room for large luggage. I’m including a picture of the pool - it’s nice - but again not ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Didnt use any facilities
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
Great stay!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balestier
Little India
Little India is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Little India Arcade and Mustafa Centre, and you can get around town on the metro at Little India Station.
Rochor
While you're in Rochor, take in top sights like Little India Arcade or Fu Lu Shou Complex, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jalan Besar Station or Rochor MRT Station.
Bencoolen
Bencoolen is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bugis Street Shopping District and Sim Lim Square.
Kallang
Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Singapore National Stadium is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.
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.
Museum
While you're in Museum, take in top sights like Orchard Road or National Museum of Singapore, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dhoby Ghaut Station or Bras Basah Station.
