City4 days
Singapore for Families
Mix the waterfront and its gardens with a day on Sentosa and time in the city’s neighbourhoods.
DESTINATIONS
Singapore Travel Guide
Discover Singapore: Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay, Sentosa. Find the best season and ideas for a visit.
What to see and do in Singapore
Waterfront gardens, hawker food and easy-to-group neighbourhood outings.
- Gardens by the Bay
- Marina Bay
- Sentosa
- Chinatown
A trip idea
Plan a waterfront day and give Sentosa another day. Keep one indoor stop handy if there is a sudden shower, especially with children.
Best general season
February to April often works well, with rain possible year-round.
Planning a visit
Plan indoor and outdoor options each day. Pre-check ticket rules for the attractions you choose.
This route suits families and first-time travellers. For fewer days, keep one base and choose the outings that matter most to your group.
TRIP IDEA
Plan a holiday in Singapore.
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