River Valley Travel Guide
Singapore
Visit River Valley
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
3-Park Explorer Pass: Zoo, River Wonders & Bird Paradise
Top hotels in River Valley
M Social Singapore
Great hotel
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Yes clean rooms , warm staff and great location… Just wondering since it’s an Asian hotel could install Japanese Ashley’s which are coming to other great hotels :)
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Shangri-La Singapore
All very good
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
They gave us a complimentary upgrade for our room and it ended up being on the top floor with two balconies. It was so kind and a nice add on for our first time in Singapore!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
So convenient to stay and explore the Jewel and Singapore.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Capri By Fraser China Square, Singapore
Staff helped me like never before i got help.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Valley
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.
Singapore River
UE Square and Robertson Walk are a few top attractions in Singapore River. Hop around the city on the metro at Fort Canning MRT station or Clarke Quay Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops.
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.
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.
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.
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.
