Hotel | Area | Price/Night (SGD) | Highlights |
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Hotel Mi | Bencoolen | ~$120 | Central, MRT access, clean |
Hotel Boss | Lavender | ~$100 | Near food options & MRT |
lyf Funan Singapore | City Hall | ~$130 | Co-living, trendy, great location |
The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel | Bugis | ~$60 | Capsule stay, minimal but comfy |
Day 1-City Culture & Hawker Classics
Morning:
- Breakfast at Ya Kun Kaya Toast (Chinatown or Funan)
- Try: Kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, local kopi
- Visit Chinatown Heritage Centre
- Walk the Chinatown streets: explore souvenir shops, temples
- Learn about early Chinese immigrants
Lunch:
- Try: Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice, char kway teow, sugarcane juice
- Maxwell Food Centre (near Chinatown)
Afternoon:
- Visit Buddha Tooth Relic Temple (free entry)
- Explore Ann Siang Hill or Club Street for photo spots and indie shops
- Take MRT to Marina Bay area
Evening:
- Stroll around Marina Bay Sands, Merlion Park, Helix Bridge
- Optional: Spectra Light & Water Show (8pm, free)
Dinner:
- Makansutra Gluttons Bay (Esplanade)
- Try: BBQ stingray, satay, fried carrot cake
Day 2-Little India, Kampong Glam & Malay Heritage
- Indian breakfast at Komala Vilas (Little India)
- Try: Masala dosa, vada, teh tarik
- Visit Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple
- Explore Tekka Centre (wet market, food court, clothing stalls)
Lunch:
Hawker-style lunch at Tekka Centre
Try: Nasi biryani, thosai, mango lassi
Afternoon:
- Head to Kampong Glam
- Browse Haji Lane (street art, boutique shops, cafes)
- Visit Sultan Mosque
Evening:
Try: Murtabak, biryani, teh halia
Optional: Walk around Bugis Street Market (affordable shopping)
Day 3-Nature, Modern SG & Local Malls
Early visit to Gardens by the Bay (Cloud Forest + Flower Dome combo ~$28 SGD)
Arrive before 10am to avoid crowds
Lunch:
Satay by the Bay (within Gardens by the Bay)
Try: Satay, laksa, ice kacang
Afternoon:
- Head to Orchard Road for shopping/window-shopping
- Explore malls like ION Orchard, TANGS, Plaza Singapura
- Or: Visit National Gallery Singapore (free for SG citizens/PRs, ~$20 for tourists)
Dinner:
Food Republic @ Wisma Atria (affordable food court with variety)
Try: Mee pok, Hokkien mee, claypot rice.
Night Option:
Relax at Clarke Quay – walk by the river, people-watch, or enjoy a drinkEstimated Budget (Per Person, 3 Days)
Category |
Estimated Cost (SGD) |
---|---|
Hotel (3 nights) | $180 – $390 |
Meals | $90 – $120 |
Attractions & Transport | $40 – $60 |
Total | $310 – $570 |
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