Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Sentosa. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
The Gardens by the Bay is an urban park spanning 105 hectares in the Central Region of Singapore, adjacent to the Marina Reservoir. The park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden in Marina South, Bay East Garden with the Founders' Memorial in Marina East, and Bay…
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Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort fronting Marina Bay in Singapore and a landmark of the city. At its opening in 2010, it was deemed the world's most expensive standalone casino property at S$8 billion.
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Sentosa Island, known mononymously as Sentosa, is an island located off the southern coast of Singapore's main island. The island is separated from the main island of Singapore by a channel of water, the Keppel Harbour, and is adjacent to Pulau Brani, a smaller island wedged…
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The Merlion is the official mascot of Singapore. It is depicted as a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish.
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Chinatown is a subzone and ethnic enclave located within the Outram district in the Central Area of Singapore. This area encompasses five precincts in Singapore: Kreta Ayer, Ann Siang/Club Street, Telok Ayer, Tanjong Pagar/Duxton and Bukit Pasoh.
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The Singapore Botanic Gardens is a tropical garden located at the fringe of the Orchard Road shopping district in Singapore. It is one of three gardens, and the only tropical garden, to be honoured as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Wikipedia ↗Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €43 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €68 |
| Private room with bathroom | €90 |
| Standard hotel | €141 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €27 | €56 |
| Local transport | €7 | €11 |
| Total per day | €124 | €208 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €27 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €51 |
💶 3 days in Singapore: ≈ €450 on a budget or ≈ €702 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
The most pleasant months are all year round. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
On a budget, about €124 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €208. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €450 to €702, not counting flights.
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are all year round.
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
The must-sees: Gardens by the Bay; Marina Bay Sands; Sentosa; Merlion; Chinatown; Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €90 per night and a hostel bed €43.
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