Novena 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
SINGAPORE AIRPORT TRANSFER WITH SINGAPORE TOUR WHILE WAITING FOR YOUR HOTEL
Singapore SkyPark Observation Deck at Marina Bay Sands Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Novena
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Singapore Novena by IHG
The staff was very accommodating. Beautiful location. Was lucky enough to be there during Chinese New Year! Amazing experience.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Aloft Singapore Novena
Good
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Habyt Studios at Novena
Thank you for your assistance with finding a taxi to take me back to Changi Airport on Thu Feb 13 early in the morning. When the room key card did not work, you were very helpful in replacing it. I returned both key cards under the glass door when I left on Thu February 12, 2026. The shower, toilet ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Check in very good Happy staff Good meals Great location No one has any reason to complain This is our third stay George
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
It is clean during the peak period
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
Great location, close to shops and walkable distance to major attractions. Rooms are decent size and clean. The only downside is that during peak hours, elevator wait time can be long. The walkways in between malls can also be confusing for first timers.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Novena
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.
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 Tekka Centre, 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.
Bugis Village
If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis+ Shopping Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.
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.
