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 Come Feel
the Excitement!
W
elcome to
Singapore. Were
thrilled to have
you here. Are you excited?
You certainly should be. After
all, Singapore is a vibrant,
exciting city that has seen
its fair share of breathtaking
new developments in the past
12 months. And the next 12
promise even more dynamic
new venues and events in
this high-tech, low-stress
metropolis.
Last year saw the
Nestled amongst the steel and glass is a vibrant living culture. Lion dance
successful completion of our
troupes performing streets away from kompang drummers. The strains of
a Chinese Erhu fitting in perfectly with the buzz of a modern train station. Integrated Resorts, Marina
Where old customs of pounding spices, herbal remedies and batik wear Bay Sands and Resorts
are very much alive. In this city of tomorrow, you never have to look far to World Sentosa; these two
see the past, present and future in one day.
resorts have given Singapores
Discover this Singapore or make one of your own at YourSingapore.com leisure and nightlife scene a
real boost with their host of
celebrity-chef restaurants,
nightclubs, hotels and
amusement parks. In fact,
the 3.5-kilometre Marina Bay
Waterfront Promenade which
fronts the Marina Bay Sands
has today become a stunning
vantage point to catch the
gleaming sights (and new
establishments) dotting the
picturesque Marina Bay.
The compact nature of
the city, with exciting places
and spaces concentrated in
distinct districts all linked by
an efficient public transport
system, makes exploring the
city a breeze. Weve packed
this guide with full of things to
do, places to visit and meals
you absolutely cant miss, and
done so in a way that you can
create a Singapore experience
to call your own. Youre in
for a truly unforgettable
experience, be it at one of
the citys nightlife haunts,
thriving hawker centres, most
interesting historical venues,
or exploring the best places
to get up close with nature,
have fun with the family and,
of course, shop, no matter
what your taste and budget.
Like the city itself, this guide is
designed with you in mind.
But thats not all; Singapore
is fast becoming the regions
most important events capital
and cultural hub. Barely a week
goes by without a concert
from a musical superstar, a
new exhibition from some of
the biggest names in art, or a
cultural celebration of some
kind; and the city also now
plays host to some truly world-
class sporting events. Youll
never run out of things to do in
Your Singapore.
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 YOUR ESSENTIAL SINGAPORE GUIDE 2011
CONTENTS
ISLAND 04
ORIENTATION
05 Singapore History
Singapores illustrious past.
06 Essential Info
All you need to know about
money matters, hotel reservations
and more.
10 Necessary Numbers
Just in case, these are the
numbers you may need.
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34 Culture and Heritage
Learn about Singapores history
and multicultural traditions.
40 Nature
Get up close with nature.
2 3
08 Getting Around
How to navigate your
way through the city.
13
14 Dining
Singapores filled
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with a plethora of
restaurants and Nightlife
hawker centres that Forget about hitting
offer different dining the sack and check
experiences. out Singapores
bustling nightlife
instead.
28 Fun
Get out and about and explore
Singapores great outdoors.
46 Shopping
Singapore offers
visitors serious retail
therapy with its
countless shopping
options.
ITINERARIES
53
54 The Civic District
Historical monuments.
56 Orchard Road
Shoppers paradise.
58 Singapore River
A lively artery.
60 Chinatown
Discover Chinese heritage.
62 Little India
Colourful sights and sounds.
64 Kampong Glam
Ancient seat of Malay royalty.
66 East Coast Park
& Katong
Seaside pleasures.
68 Marina Bay
Breathtaking waterfront.
70 Marina Bay Sands
An exciting complex.
72 Sentosa
Asias favourite playground.
74 Resorts World
Sentosa
Family fun.
76 Architectural Tour
Varied building styles.
78 Off The Beaten
Track
Discover hidden gems.
79 Cruise Centre
Quick stopover itinerary.
CALENDAR
80
80 Calendar 94 Coming Soon
This years key highlights. Upcoming attractions.
89 Map
Navigating the city.
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 Singapore History
F
ounded as a British
trading settlement in
1819, Singapore attained
independence only in 1965.
Yet its history stretches as far
back as the second century
AD when it first appeared in
the renowned Greek polymath
Ptolemys seminal map,
Geographia.
Over the next millennia,
its fortunes were tied to the
neighbouring Hindu kingdoms
of Sumatra and Java. But
hardly anything was written
ISLAND about this island then and
it only re-emerged in the
14th century under the name
ORIENTATION
Temasek, or Sea Town. This
new identity soon changed
when a Sumatran king, Sang
Nila Utama, spotted what
Weve packed as much information into this section he thought was a lion on
to make your stay as enjoyable as possible and your Temaseks shores and duly
activities seamless. Well show you the ins and outs of christened it Singapura. (In unchecked until the Second
navigating the city, provide useful numbers and handy Sanskrit Singa means lion
tips. And to start things off, a bit of history on the place and pura city.)
we call Singapore. By the early 19th century,
the British were looking for a
trading settlement in the region
to counterbalance the influence
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of the Dutch, and under the
stewardship of Sir Stamford
Raffles, a reputable colonial
administrator, they formally
set up one on Singapores
shores on 6 February 1819.
Raffles established a free
port and soon the new colony
attracted merchants from all
over Asia, the Middle East and
Europe. Within five years the
population grew from 150 to
10,000, consisting mainly of
Chinese, Malays and Indians
- which continue to be the
three main ethnic groups in
Singapore today.
When the Suez Canal
opened in 1869, trade
increased substantially
between Singapore and the
West, making the island very
prosperous.
This prosperity rose
World War when, in 1942,
Singapore fell to the Japanese.
After three years of occupation,
stirrings of nationalism rose
and the cries for independence
from Great Britain grew
ISLAND ORIENTATION
louder. Singapore obtained
self-government in 1959 before
forming a union with Malaya
to form Malaysia in 1963.
However this lasted a mere
two years as, on 9 August,
1965, Singapore left Malaysia
to become a fully independent
nation. In the years since,
Singapore has gone from a
rural- and manufacturing-based
economy to a knowledge-
based first world economy.
Today, it constantly ranks
among the worlds most
liveable cities, with people from
across the world attracted
to the wonderful contrast
between the modern dynamic
metropolis and the legacies of
history all around them.
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l Heritage Board
 Essential Info
ISLAND ORIENTATION
Money matters
The currency in Singapore is the
Singapore dollar (S$). Money
changing services can be found
at many shopping centres and
hotels around
the island,
and the
ATMs
(generally
open
24/7)
accept most
of the main credit cards such
as Visa, MasterCard and
American Express.
Electricity and voltage
The voltage used is 220-
240AC, 50 hertz. The plug
sockets tend to accept
3-pronged pins more often
than not, but adapters are
cheap and easy to buy.
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Drinking water
Tap water in
Singapore is
perfectly safe
to drink.
Weather
Singapores
weather is
hot and humid, with little
variation throughout the
year. The average daytime
temperature is 31C (88F), Terminal 1:
dropping to around 24C
(75F) at night. So, dress
accordingly.
Cell phone usage
Singapores international
dialing code is +65. While
in Singapore and if you have
international roaming on
your cell phone, you dont
have to press +65 as it will
Postal services
If you need to mail anything
out of Singapore while youre
here, your best bet is to do
it via SingPost. For general
enquiries, call 1605; but if
you need to mail a registered
article, call (65) 6841-
2000 (general enquiries and
ask to be transferred) or call
the Speedpost hotline at
1800-222-5777.
Lost/stolen property
If you lose any valuables
during your stay, call
the Tanglin Divisional
automatically connect you to Headquarters (21 Kampong
the local numbers here. Java Road, (65) 6391-
0000 or 1800-391-0000)
Hotel reservations to report the incident. Should
and accommodation you happen to lose a credit
Upon arrival at the airport, card, call the card companies
(see page 10).
please visit its 24-hour hotel
reservations counters, which
can help get you a room in Lost passport/
your preferred hotel. Payment Singapore
for the first night is required Immigration Services
upon confirmation. Should you lose your passport,
we suggest you make a police
(65) 6542- report, then head to the
6966 Immigration & Checkpoints
Terminal 2: Authority (10 Kallang Road,
(65) 6545- (65) 6391-6100) to get a
0318 temporary visa. Finally, inform
Terminal 3: your respective embassy
(65) 6542- so that you can get through
0442. customs when you reach
home (list of useful numbers
is on page 10).
Smoking
If you are a smoker, you will
have to resist the urge to light
up in air-conditioned areas
such as shopping centres,
restaurants, entertainment
outlets and cinemas. Smoking
is also an offence in public
buses, the MRT (Mass Rapid
Transit) trains,
taxis and lifts.
A maximum
fine of
S$1,000 can
be imposed
on first-time
offenders. A
general rule of
thumb is that if theres an
ashtray supplied, go for it.
Tipping
Tipping is not a common
practice in Singapore as
most hotels and restaurants
include a 10% service
charge in the final bill. While
tipping is not expected,
it is appreciated, be it in
restaurants where there is no
service charge, or anywhere
where excellent service is
encountered.
Airport Tax
A passenger service charge of
S$21 should be incorporated
in the air ticket (including
tickets issued outside of
Singapore). If this has not
been done, you may be
required to pay the S$21
during check-in. In certain
cases, airlines may absorb the
service charge. Passengers
who are in transit for less
than 24 hours may leave the
airport without having to
pay the service charge upon
departure from Singapore.
ISLAND ORIENTATION
Shop Tax Free in
Singapore
As a visitor to Singapore, you
are entitled to get the full
refund of the 7 percent Goods
& Services Tax (GST)* that
you paid on your goods that
you are taking home.
Heres how:
There are two service
providers in Singapore
processing GST refunds,
Global Blue and Premier
Tax Free. Shop where you see
the signs Global Blue Tax
Free or Premier Tax Free
and ask the salesperson for
a Global Blue Tax Refund
Cheque or a Premier Refund
Voucher
when you
make a
purchase
of S$100
and
above.
When
leaving
Singapore,
simply
show your
vouchers
or cheques
with your
purchases,
receipts and passport to the
Customs officer at the GST
Refund Inspection Counter.
*Small handling fee applies.
 Getting Around
ISLAND ORIENTATION
Buses
Public buses can bring you
to practically every corner of
the island, and this is a cheap
way to get around. For more
information on bus routes
and related enquiries, call the
TransitLink Hotline at 1800-
225-5663. Alternatively, log
on to www.sbstransit.com.sg
or www.transitlink.com.sg.
Mass Rapid Transit
(MRT)
Singapores world-class train
system is known as the MRT.
Trains are comfortable, clean
and run punctually from about
6am-midnight. Fares start from
S$1.00 (70 cents with EZ-Link
Card) and tickets can be
purchased at all MRT stations
(See facing page for train
routes). Further information
on train routes and related
enquiries can be found by
calling the TransitLink Hotline
1800-225-5663 or by logging
on to www.smrtcorp.com.
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Taxis
There are currently four major
taxi companies in the city:
Comfort and CityCab, (65)
6552-1111; Premier Taxis, (65)
6363-6888; and SMRT Taxis,
(65) 6555-8888. The starting
fare is between S$2.80 and
S$3.20, but extra charges are
imposed for advanced bookings
or certain peak hours. A nifty
little trick is to dial 6-Dial-
Cab at (65) 6342-5222 - a
service that will automatically
route your call to the first
company with an available taxi.
For some slightly more exotic
ways of getting around,
check out these suggestions:
Hippo Bus
This fun ride offers visitors
the Singapore Sightseeing
Pass, which allows for hop-on,
hop-off tours of the city over
the course of one full day. Day
and night tours are available
daily from 10am-10pm,
with the last bus starting
at 6pm. To get your pass,
visit the Singapore Visitors
MRT System map
ISLAND ORIENTATION
Centre @ ION Orchard or
The Animal Farm @ Orchard.
Alternatively, call the Hippo
Bus hotline at (65) 6338-
6877 for more info.
River Taxis
For a different approach to
exploring the island, try one of
the river taxis. Singapore River
Cruise ( (65) 6336-6111)
operates daily from 9am-11pm
- with the last trip leaving at
10:30pm. Also available is
DUCKTours HiPPO River Cruise
( (65) 6338-6877) which
operates daily from 10am-
10:30pm (last trip 9:30pm.)
Trishaws
Trishaws allow you to enter
an era of old-world charm - a
bygone time when life wasnt
such a rush. They can be
found in a variety of locations
- mainly in the Bugis area,
the junction of Waterloo and
Albert Streets and around
Chinatown, Raffles Hotel and
Little India. Agree on the fare
before hopping aboard.
 Singapore Visitors Centre
> EZ-Link
@ Bugis Street If youre going to be
(Along Cheng Yan Place, next in Singapore for a few
ISLAND ORIENTATION

to Iluma Shopping Centre),
Open daily 11am-10pm
Singapore Visitors Centre
@ Orchard
Singapore Visitors (Junction of Cairnhill Road
Centres and Orchard Road), Open
If youre looking for anything daily 9:30am-10:30pm
and everything to do in Singapore Visitors Centre
Singapore - be it sightseeing, @ ION Orchard
shopping or eating - just Level 1, Concierge, Open
drop by any of the Singapore daily 10am-10pm
Visitors Centres for advice on Alternatively, you can also call
your itinerary. the toll-free Touristline at
Singapore Visitors Centre 1800-736-2000, (65) 6736-
@ Changi 2000 (for overseas) between
Singapore Changi Airport, 8am-7pm daily for more
Arrival Hall, Terminal 1 and 2 information or suggestions.
Open daily 6am-12am; Terminal
3 open daily 6am-2am.
days, then you really should get the
EZ-Link card, which is a tap-and-go
stored value ticket used on buses
and MRT trains. The card is valued
at S$15; S$10 is the stored amount
in the card and S$5 is the non-
refundable cost of the card, which
you get to keep as a memento of your
time here.
Free Wi-Fi in
Public Areas
Visitors can enjoy free wireless
broadband access in Singapore by
signing up for Wireless@SG. Users
can enjoy free wireless broadband
access with speeds of up to 512kbps
at most public areas. To connect
to the Wireless@SG network, a
user just needs a WiFi-enabled
device and a registered Wireless@
SG account. Find out more about
accessing the Wireless@SG network
at wireless.infocomm123.sg.

Necessary Numbers
Just in case, these are the numbers you may need:

Germany (50 Raffles Place)....

Emergency
Credit cards ............................(65) 6533-6002
Police...........................................999
American Express......................... Indonesia (7 Chatsworth
Ambulance...............................995 ...............................1800-737-8188 Road)...................................................
Fire Brigade..............................995 JCB.....................1800-734-0096 ..............................(65) 6737-7442
Flight Information......................... Diners................1800-292-7055 UK (100 Tanglin Road)..............
.............................1800-542-4422 ........................... (65) 6424-4200
Visa.......................800-448-1250
MasterCard..........800-110-0113 USA (27 Napier Road)................
Medical services .............................(65) 6476-9100
Raffles Hospital (585 North
Foreign embassies
Bridge Road) An extensive list of all embassies
(65) 6311-1111 Australia (25 Napier Road)...... in Singapore can be found at: If you're looking to laugh, squeal, giggle and splash, there's no easier
.............................(65) 6836-4100 www.embassiesabroad.com/ place to do it, than in a funtastic Singapore built around you. Jam-packed
Singapore General Hospital
(Outram Road) Canada (1 George Street)......... embassies-in/Singapore with everything from space-age rollercoasters to tropical bird parks, magical

(65) 6222-3322 ............................(65) 6854-5900 resorts to rainbow- coloured aquariums, zoo to the Night Safari. It's an island

Gleneagles Hospital (6A PRC (150 Tanglin Road)............. alive with gazillions of fun things to do.
.............................(65) 6734-4737 Directory enquiry, visit the
Napier Road) website at
Discover this Singapore or make one of your own at YourSingapore.com
(65) 6473-7222 France (101 Cluny Park Road).
............................(65) 6880-7800 www.yellowpages.com.sg

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YOUR SINGAPORE
We know, and love, our city and we want you
to enjoy and savour its many unique gems and
highlights. The needs of travellers are diverse
and various, so weve packed in as much as
possible to ensure that no stone goes unturned
in providing the ultimate Singapore experience.
Whether youre after a sensational meal at a fine
dining restaurant or just want to spend the day
exploring our world-class attractions, we truly
have something for everyone.

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 Take your tastebuds Singapores most creative fine dining establishments
Singapore is home to some of the best restaurants in the world. These picks highlight the ones
on an adventure that add a generous dash of innovation to produce something akin to art.

at

Guy Savoy Iggys Wild Rocket

set dinner. The food here
is interesting, creative and
tasty; equal parts molecular
gastronomy and traditional
European.
to pay tribute to fine dining,
offering up tasting portions of
quality ingredients in unusual
combinations. Expect each
course to be an interesting
and unique blend of Japanese
DINING
multiple award-winning chef
Andre Chiangs sleek new
venture sees him using fresh
produce to create ingenious
items that reflect his roots in
Southern French nouvelle cuisine.

T
heres a multitude of dining options in Singapore, from Chinois by Susur Lee
swanky restaurants to humble hawker centres and #02-142/143 Hotel Michael,
everything in between, so youre spoilt for choice. So take Resorts World Sentosa, 26
Sentosa Gateway, H (65) 6884-
a jaunt around town, a culinary exploration awaits! Singaporeans
7888. www.rwsentosa.com.
are often described as a nation of foodies, so the wealth of HarbourFront
dining experiences offered should come as no surprise. With This is celebrity chef Susur Lees
a multi-racial population, theres a rich and distinctive cultural new fusion (contemporary
heritage that is showcased beautifully in the unique and varied
Chinese with a western twist)
cuisines offered by the four main ethnic groups Chinese, restaurant. Youll find Chinese
Malay, Indian and Eurasian. Thanks to Singapores cosmopolitan staples and local favourites
character which allows for a seamless melding of east, west and (they even have chilli crab). Do
everything in between, youll also find a variety of innovative try the crispy Peking duck skin
fusion restaurants in addition to cutting-edge, contemporary with five-spiced foie gras and
and traditional French, Italian, Mexican and Spanish fare, just shredded duck.
to name a few. While restaurants, some of which have been
ranked as amongst the worlds best by prestigious publications
FiftyThree
including the Miele Guide, may be inviting, no culinary tour here
53 Armenian Street, H (65) 6334-
is complete without a visit to some hawker centres. So do like 5535. www.fiftythree.com.sg.
the locals do and be sure to treat yourself to some City Hall
inexpensive and tasty eats. Dig in! With just seven tables, youll
find a minimalist approach
in the menu too at this
delightful establishment.
Limited to a three-course
Chinois by Susur Lee set lunch and a six-course
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Guy Savoy
Casino Level 2, Marina Bay Sands,
10 Bayfront Avenue, H (65) 6688-
8513. www.marinabaysands.com.
Promenade
Celebrity chef Guy Savoys chic
Singaporean outpost at Marina
Bay Sands boasts strict fine
dining, with prices to match.
Try their signature artichoke
and black truffle soup with a
truffle buttered-mushroom
brioche. The delicately-spiced
crispy sea bass, with sweet
chard and shitake mushrooms,
is flown in from Brittany.
Iggys
3/F Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard
Road, H (65) 6732-2234. www.
iggys.com.sg. Orchard
One of the best establishments
in Singapore, and the world,
Iggys topped the Miele Guide
again this year. Owner Ignatius
Chan, a trained chef, continues
ingredients and flavours with
European concepts. Its currently Wild Rocket
ranked 28 in the S. Pellegrino G/F Hangout @ Mount Emily, 10A
Worlds 50 Best Restaurants. Upper Wilkie Road, H (65) 6339-
9448. www.wildrocket.com.sg.
Little India
Les Amis Tucked away on a quiet hill,
#02-16 Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts this delightful eatery serves
Road, H (65) 6733-2225. www.
lesamis.com.sg. Orchard modern Singaporean food,
with house specialties laksa
A long-standing institution
pesto linguine; roast Chilean
in Singapore, you can expect
seabass with chai poh
quality French fare and stellar
(pickled radish) and chicken
service here. The creative
congee; and the Wild Rocket
mastermind is chef Armin
strawberry cheesecake is a
Leitgeb; his lightly smoked
must-have.
eel tide sits alongside a
horseradish and Dijon mustard
emulsion, topped with a crispy
pork croton.
Restaurant Andre
41 Bukit Pasoh, H (65) 6534 8880.
www. restaurantandre.com.
Chinatown
Housed in a traditional
Les Amis
Singapore-style shophouse,
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 Choice Ethnic Eats
In the cultural melting pot that is Singapore, its various ethnic groups offer a diverse range of
cuisines, all distinct, and all delicious. Dont miss the opportunity to visit some of the locals
favourite ethnic culinary haunts.
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My Humble House
Chinese
From the spice of Szechuan to
the fresh seafood of Hainan,
there are many facets to
Chinese cuisine.
Jumbo
#01-07/08 Blk. 1206 East Coast
Parkway, H (65) 6442-3435.
Bedok
As part of East Coast Parks
famous seafood centre, Jumbo
offers the freshest seafood; the
chilli crab here is absolutely
delicious.
My Humble House
#02-27/29 Esplanade Mall, 8
Raffles Avenue, H (65) 6423-
1881. www.myhumblehouse.com.
sg. Esplanade
Ranked the worlds 94th best
restaurant in 2007 by the UKs
Restaurant magazine, My
Humble House is, with its dark
hues and mood lighting, not your
conventional Chinese restaurant.
The restaurants sophistication
extends to its exquisite menu as
well. Set menus change regularly
but look out for all-time classics
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such as the crispy tiger prawns
with citrus cream on grape salsa.
Indian
Rich in flavour with a spicy
kick, Indian food rewards
those with a penchant for
spice while offering many
alternative options for
vegetarians.
tender, marinated baby leg
Rang Mahal
3/F Pan Pacific Singapore, 7
Raffles Boulevard, H (65) 6333-
1788. www.rangmahal.com.sg.
Promenade/City Hall
This long-standing fine dining
Indian restaurant celebrates its
40th anniversary this year, and
has remained popular through
the years. Serving regional
Indian cuisine (North, South and
coastal), signature creations
that should be ordered are the
tawa seared foie gras, hot stone
tandoori lamb chops, tandoori
salmon tikka and lal mirch ka
paneer tikka (spicy cottage
cheese). An extensive menu of
excellent vegetarian options is
also available.
Rang Mahal
Yantra
#01-28/33 Tanglin Mall, 163
Tanglin Road, H (65) 6836-3088.
www.yantra.com.sg. Orchard
You could mistake this
for a nightclub, with its
sleek interiors and warm
lighting. The menu is divided
into vegetarian and non-
vegetarian. The raan e yantra,
6733-3333. www.tambuahmas.
of lamb, is pure heaven;
while mains like the chicken
biryani and phirnee (rice
pudding with rose, saffron
and thandai) are similarly
well-executed.
> Get Cooking!
Sign up for lessons at the
following places.
Tambuah Mas comes from
Shermays
a dialect spoken in Padang
Cooking School
#01-76 Blk. 43,
Jalan Merah
Saga, H (65)
6479-8442.
At-Sunrice GlobalChef
lembu (beef curry) among
Academy Fort Canning Centre,
Fort Canning Park H (65)
6336-3307.
Indonesian
Quite like Malay food,
Indonesian food is extremely
popular in Singapore. Crowd
favourites include satay and
beef rendang.
Tambuah Mas
#04-10/13 Tanglin Shopping
Centre, 19 Tanglin Road, H (65)
com.sg. Orchard
For a taste of the home-styled
cooking enjoyed in Sumatra,
Sulawesi and Java, look no
further than Tambuah Mas.
The spices here are blended
together delicately, and only the
best and freshest ingredients
are used to create their
authentic dishes. The name
undoubtedly one of Singapores
and its what people say when
requesting another serving of
food. Dont miss the tahu telor
(egg beancurd) and rendang
many other enticing dishes.
Tambuah Mas The Blue Ginger
Peranakan
A fusion of Malay, Chinese,
Indian and even European
influences, Peranakan cuisine
is a great example of how
cultures blend in Singapore.
The Peranakans, or Straits
Chinese, are the descendants
of mainland Chinese
immigrants who married local
native women in the 15th and
16th centuries.
The Blue Ginger
97 Tanjong Pagar Road, H (65)
6222-3925. www.theblueginger.
com. Tanjong Pagar
Filled with old-world furniture
and colourful paintings, The
Blue Ginger Restaurant is
I especially enjoy
Boon Tong Kees (199
best Peranakan restaurants.
While the menu here is
reworked every six months, it is
their popular standards such as
the beef rendang, ikan assam
gulai (fish tamarind curry), ngo
hiang (spring rolls) and kueh pie
tee (popiah vol-au-vents) that
keep the crowds coming back.
DINING
> Susur Lee,
internationally acclaimed
chef
The celebrity chef is no stranger
to Singapore, having lived here
over 10 years ago. In partnership
with Tung Lok Group, he now has
a restaurant here, Chinois by Susur
Lee in Resorts World Sentosa.
These are his top three food picks.
Fishball noodles (in soup)
I like the simplicity of the clear
broth, coupled with either the
standard springy fishballs or the
Hock Chew style ones with a
minced pork filling. Its usually
pretty good everywhere here.
Durian
Im very Singaporean like that. I dont
think I need to explain this one.
Hainanese chicken rice
East Coast Road, H
(65) 6478-1462).
The chicken rice is very
fragrant and the
flesh is tender
and juicy.
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 Hawker Hotspots after the Makansutra,
Hidden Gems
Fancy restaurants and fine dining are all well and good, but for a taste of the dishes Singapores famous food
Dont restrict your culinary adventures to the confines of
Singaporeans enjoy on a daily basis, you must visit a hawker centre. Hawker centres have guide. Its the ideal pre-
town. Venture out of the city to offbeat locations and discover
a down-to-earth, unpretentious vibe and often offer delicious street food by hawkers who concert choice for many
some foodie haunts that are off the eaten track.
specialise in serving up just one or a few dishes which theyve perfected over many years. Here varieties of hawker food
are our picks for some of the best ones to visit. served in a charming alfresco
ambience right next to the
Esplanade Theatres on
the Bay. Take your pick from
satay, fishball noodles, roti
prata (thin, crispy pancake
eaten with curry), or luat
(oyster omelette), nasi lemak
(Malay mixed rice) and ice
kachang (a dessert made
of sweet red beans and
YOUR SINGAPORE

PS. Cafe
jelly strands covered by a
mountain of shaved ice). Bukit Timah unique creations influenced

DINING
Bukit Timah by molecular gastronomy.
Newton Food Centre The popular Adam Road Seafood lovers will enjoy chilli
Satay Maxwell Food Centre Newton or black pepper crabs at both
Food Centre (2 Adam Road)
The food here is a tad pricier, Long Beach @ Dempsey (#01-
offers some of the most
but this enduring hawker 01, 25 Dempsey Road, H (65)
East Coast Lagoon right in the heart of the business Hainanese chicken rice, rice sought after local dishes. Be
district is replete with grand porridge and Foochow fishballs centre favourite is still worth 6323-2222) and JUMBO @
Food Village checking out for its stalls
sure to try the nasi lemak
Bedok Victorian architecture and (a variation of the more and Indian rojak here. For Dempsey (#01-16, 11 Dempsey
Located in a breezy park by the whirring ceiling fans, and a common version of fresh fish selling popular versions of Road, H (65) 6479-3435).
dessert, opt for a guaca
beach, the food choices staggering amount of paste shaped into balls, but with fried Hokkien mee, barbequed
melaka smooth avocado
are vast (there are food. Check out a minced pork filling). Dont stingray and fish porridge. Katong
ice cream drizzled with gula
more than 50 specialities like miss Mdm Hoon Delicacys melaka (palm sugar) at Taste Kembangan
stalls) and all Japanese ramen, Foochow oyster cake. A crispy,
Tekka Market & Food Well-known as a foodie
Matters (#02-19 Cluny
taste wonderful. fishball/minced deep fried cake with peanuts, Centre Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road, enclave among locals, this
Some top picks pork noodles, Chinese celery, minced meat Little India
H (65) 6297-9713) nearby. suburb offers plentiful dining
include laksa (a laksa, wok-fried and oysters. For thick and This establishment options. Its home to the
spicy coconut- seafood, fried smooth rice porridge, head to (comprising a market and
Laksa food centre) always provides a
Dempsey famous 328 Katong Laksa
based dish with carrot cake and Zhen Zhen Porridge. Be sure to Orchard (216 East Coast Road, H (65)
noodles and seafood), even South Indian order a side helping of yu sheng colourful experience. There is 9732-8163), which serves
an impressive mix of Chinese, Dempsey is an idyllic wining
claypot pigs trotters, vegetarian dishes. And (thin slices of raw fish), that can and dining enclave. For a rich and delicious laksa.
barbequed stingray, satay dont miss the satay (skewered be enjoyed as is or mixed into Malay and Indian food here Another institution is Sin
- and the wet market sells taste of authentic Spanish
(skewered sticks of chicken, barbecued meat served with your bowl of porridge. food, Don Quijote (#01- Hoi Sai Eating House (187
beef, pork or mutton), curry a peanut dipping sauce) here; spices, seafood, meats and East Coast Road, H (65)
vegetables too. Dont miss the 02 Blk. 7 Dempsey Road,
puffs, and many more. theyre delicious. Makansutra Gluttons H (65) 6476-2811) has a 6440-6956), which features
A M Mohamed Haniffa Hot &
Bay Cold Drinks - a fabulous place commendable selection of crab bee hoon (vermicelli
Lau Pa Sat Maxwell Food Centre City Hall tapas, paellas and sangrias. noodles). Nearby is Chin Mee
for a mean masala tea. Chin Confectionery (204
Raffles Place Chinatown The perfect hangout PS. Cafe (28B Harding Road,
You cant say youve been to A perennial favourite of many for gluttons (or H (65) 9070-8782) is the East Coast Road, H (65)
Singapore unless youve been to locals, thanks to the vast foodies, if you ideal spot to soak in the lush 6345-0419), where you can
Lau Pa Sat (also known as Telok assortment of food items like), Gluttons greens, and the Tippling enjoy some kaya (coconut
Ayer market). This institution available. You can sample Bay is named Club (8D Dempsey Road, jam) toast and aromatic
popular dishes including Fish Head Curry H (65) 6475-2217) serves coffee.
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 Make
your Singapore nights
electrifying
at
N
ightlife in Singapore
pulsates with
excitement, energy
and a sense of discovery.
There are all sorts of things
to do for all sorts of folks.
Once the sun sets, the citys
nightlife scene comes alive
with a host of activities and
places to go. Whether its
dancing the night away at
Singapores internationally
renowned mega clubs and
live music venues, savouring
international drinking flavours
at cosmopolitan watering
holes or lounging in some of
the most laid-back bars this
city certainly takes its partying
seriously.
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Mega Party Town
From house to trance and electro to hip hop music, theres no
shortage of hip and classy megaclubs for you to let your hair
down and party the night away.
Attica
#01-03 Blk. 3A Clarke Quay,
River Valley Road, H (65) 6333-
9973. Clarke Quay
This is the place for stylish
partygoers who simply want
to party the night away to
some thumping club beats or
smooth hip hop tunes. Right
in the heart of Clarke Quay,
this is an exciting clubbing
haunt full of professionals,
sophisticates and fashionistas
who flock here almost every
night to have a great time.
With a beautiful crowd, Attica
is indeed the place to see
and be seen in. With cushy
seats and an inviting bar,
this nightspot is made for
schmoozing, lounging and
grooving.
Butter Factory
#02-02/03/04 One Fullerton,
1 Fullerton Road, H (65) 6333-
8243. Raffles City
This legendary club has built
a strong following over the
past few years, especially
in the Bump room, where
resident DJs Mylk and Drem
Stereolab
dish out hip hop, R&B and
other urban grooves to keep
the dance floor packed. If
youre the fashionable sort,
its Fash room is one place
to people watch and groove
to nu-rave beats courtesy of
Adrian Wee and Dave Does.
St James Power
Station
3 Sentosa Gateway, H (65)
6270-7676. HarbourFront
Armed with impressive rooms
playing host to different themes
and play lists, its no wonder
this super club complex,
housed in a stunning former
coal powerstation, continues to
make waves on the nightscene.
Hit Powerhouse to dance,
Movida for infectious world
and hot Latin music, Dragonfly
for Mandarin live music, Mono
to reveal the karaoke king in
you and Bellini to unwind.
As you can see, there truly is
something to suit everyones
taste here.
Stereolab and
Stereolounge
Ground Floor, Pan Pacific Hotel,
7 Raffles Boulevard, H (65) 6337-
0800. www.stereolab.com.sg.
City Hall
Frequented by models,
celebrities and industry leaders,
this swanky club boasts an
offering of the high-nightlife.
The venue provides not only
eye-candy but also aural
delights as they dish out quality
house music on state-of-the-
art sound systems from some
of the biggest names in the
international dance circuit. It
has also been home to official
after-parties for the Singapore
Grand Prix.
Zirca
Block C Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley
Road, H (65) 6333-4168. www.
zirca.sg. Clarke Quay
Playing host to top international
DJs and live acts like Peaches,
AC Slater, Datarock and
Mogwai, the megaclub Zirca
has came a long way since
Zirca
NIGHTLIFE
Butter Factory
its inception in late 2009. Its
dazzling dance music offering
and spectacular lighting and
laser displays have created a
party vibe like no others.
Zouk
17 Jiak Kim Street, H (65) 6738-
2988. www.zoukclub.com.
Tiong Bahru
Considered the Great Dame
of Singapore nightlife, Zouk
has grown from its humble
beginnings 19 years ago into
one of the top international
clubs in the world today. Winner
of the coveted title of Best
Nightspot Experience at the
Singapore Experience Awards
for the past two years running,
the club continues to push the
boundaries of electronic dance
music with its consistent line-up
of top international and resident
DJs and live acts. This is a
place to see and be seen, while
basking in good music and an
even greater vibe.
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 Live and Loud!
Put your hands up and dance the night away to some of the most electrifying international and
homegrown acts. Theyll keep you rocking all night long!
YOUR SINGAPORE
Timbre @ The Arts House
Home Club
#B1-01/06 The Riverwalk, 20
Upper Circular Road, H 6538-2928.
Clarke Quay
Blessed with lots of laidback
vibes, this small, cosy club
is ideal for just hanging out,
watching soccer matches or
dancing spontaneously. Notable
acts such as LTJ Bukem, CSS
Lovefoxx and Goldie have graced
this spot. Indie lovers dig this
club for its underground vibe.
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The Pump Room
#01-09/10 Block B Clarke Quay,
3 River Valley Road, H (65)
6334-2628. Clarke Quay;
#01-66/67 Great World City, 1
Kim Seng Promenade, H (65)
6887-3229. www.pumproomasia.
com. Tiong Bahru
Known for the rocking live
music at its Clarke Quay
establishment, Pump Room
is also famed for its range
of mircrobrewed beer and
sumptuous bistro fare. Check
out the widely-acclaimed
Jive Talkin as they belt out
crowd-pleasing Top 40 rock
and pop hits.
TAB
#02-29 Orchard Hotel, 442
Orchard Road, H (65) 6493-6952.
www.tab.com.sg. Orchard
With three types of live
music offerings, from daily
performances by local acts, an
Artist-In-Residence performing
for a whole week, and ticketed
live gigs which have featured
TAB
the likes of Ryan Cabrera
and Album Leaf, TAB is the
liveliest venue at which you
can get up close and personal
with the music and still be able
to enjoy a yummy variety of
bites and beverages.
Timbre
Timbre@ The Arts House,
#01-04 The Arts House, 1 Old
Parliament Lane, H (65) 6336-
3386. Raffles Place; Timbre
@ The Substation, 45 Armenian
Street, H (65) 6338-8277. City
Hall; Timbre @ Old School, #01-
05 Old School, 11a Mount Sophia,
H (65) 6338-0800. www.timbre.
com.sg. Dhoby Ghaut
Whats one music venue
when you can have three,
with all featuring the best
local and resident bands
around. All three venues are
in historic buildings and are
consistently packed thanks
to a diverse food menu (the
pizzas are excellent) and
music by some of Singapores
most sought after acts.
Sky High
Take in stunning views of the city over a cocktail at these fine rooftop bars.
1-Altitude
1-Altitude
# 61-63/F OUB Centre, 1 Raffles
Place, H (65) 6438-0410.
Raffles City
Have a tipple at Singapores
highest point. Perched on the 61st
to 63rd floors of the OUB Centre
is 1-Altitude, a multi-experience
lifestyle joint that includes a
sports bar complete with golf
simulator (282), an acclaimed
European restaurant (Stellar) and
an alfresco gastrobar (1-Altitude
Gallery & Bar) which affords
incredible views of the city.
Helipad
#05-22 The Central, 6 Eu Tong
Sen Street, H (65) 6327-8118.
Clarke Quay
This two-storey bar boasting a
massive rooftop helipad offers
breathtaking and inimitable
views of the bustling nightlife
along Clarke Quay and the
Singapore River. In the main
room, resident jock Special
K dishes out funk, disco and
electro sounds.
NIGHTLIFE
Helipad
Ku D Ta night, this popular venue, with
Ku D Ta, Marina Bay Sands, 10 its delightful mix of fashionable
Bayfront Avenue, H (65) 6688- patrons and after-work crowd
7688. www.kudeta.com.sg.
is not only the place to see and
Raffles Place
be seen, its also where you
Having first made its name in
can party the night
Bali, this high-end destination
away. Whats
is one of the hottest venues
more, their
in town. The stats say it
signature
all: 200 metres above
cocktails
ground, a breathtaking
are just as
360-degree panoramic
good as the
view and 14,500 square
view.
feet of luxurious space
Lantern
occupied by a restaurant,
a club lounge and a poolside
Loof
#03-07 Odeon Towers Extension
terrace, Ku D Ta is considered Rooftop, 331 North Bridge Road,
one of the premier destinations H (65) 6338-8035. City Hall
for an extraordinary dining and Chic and tasteful, with playful
entertainment experience. furnishings teasing the eyes,
Loof is a rooftop bar that
Lantern appeals particularly to creative
Rooftop, The Fullerton Bay Hotel, types. Keep your ears open
80 Collyer Quay, H (65) 6333- for the brilliant downtempo
8388. Raffles Place
electronica on the decks.
Sitting pretty atop the recently
Overlooking the historic Raffles
opened Fullerton Bay Hotel,
Hotel, this relaxed place is truly
this stylish and sophisticated
one-of-a-kind.
watering hole boasts glorious
views of Marina Bay. With a live
band or a DJ performing every
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 Barhopping Around The World
Throw those travel plans aside and make a beeline for these internationally flavored joints instead.
Paulaner Bruhaus
YOUR SINGAPORE
Boulevard Craft Beers by Archipelago
Boulevard Craft
Beers by Archipelago
#01-23 Millenia Walk, Times
Square, 9 Raffles Boulevard, H
(65) 6883-2033. Promenade
Cosmopolitan Singapore has
long been touted as a mix of
both East and West. If youd
like to savour this heady
concoction then head to this
lively outlet by local craft
brewer Archipelago. Here you
can try ales and beers with
both Asian and European
influences.
Blu Jade @ Muddy Murphys Irish Pub
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Muddy Murphys Irish Pub
Le Carillon de
LAngelus
#02-03 Tyler Print Institute, 41
Robertson Quay, H (65) 6738-
7429. Clarke Quay; 24 Ann
Siang Road, H (65) 6423-0353.
Tanjong Pagar
The little French bars walls
are adorned with French
movie posters, and completes
its Parisan feel with chill-out
music and panels made from
dark wood. Ask the garon
for an escargots delicieux
and sip on some French
wine to enhance your French
experience.
Muddy Murphys Irish
Pub
#B1-04 Orchard Hotel Shopping
Arcade, 442 Orchard Road,
H (65) 6735-0400. www.
muddymurphys.com. Orchard
Traditional Irish dishes
such as shepherds pie and
Irish stew are the preferred
food here, which you can
down with a selection of
authentic Irish beers. The
bar exudes a homely-Irish
feel with its humble interior
and furnishing, and attracts
boisterous, fun-loving patrons
looking to enjoy the craic.
Paulaner Bruhaus
#01-01 Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles
Boulevard, H (65) 6883-2572.
www.paulaner-brauhaus.com.
Promenade
This famed German
brewhouse is always popular.
Their Munich Lager and
Munich Dark are big hits and
they also offer a selection of
distinctive seasonal beers.
Head on upstairs for some
Bavarian cuisine like cheese
spaetzle, wiener schnitzel,
weisswurst and pork knuckles
for a lip-smacking experience
worth writing home about.
Offbeat Options
Tucked away from the bustle of the city are enclaves that offer a completely different nightlife
experience for a more relaxing evening out.
One Rochester Park
One Rochester Park
No. 1 Rochester Park, H (65)
6773-0070. www.onerochester.
com. Commonwealth
Situated in leafy Rochester
Park, this restaurant-cum-bar
is housed in a 1930s colonial
bungalow surrounded by
lush greenery and replete
with water fountains. Its
a destination to relax
and unwind, and its
exquisite home-dining
experience features a
variety of choices from
the a la carte and set
menus, complete with
a premium selection of
wines and spirits.
Pietrasanta: The Italian Restaurant
Pietrasanta: The
Italian Restaurant
#01-03 Wessex Estate, 5B
Portsdown Road, H (65) 6479-
9521. Buona Vista
Tucked away along a tree-
shaded stretch of Portsdown
Road, dining at Pietrasanta is
simply a serene pleasure. Its
run like a traditional Tuscan
family restaurant, and all
the worries of the
world will leave you
once you step inside.
Beyond ambience,
the simple, classic
Italian dishes created by
the Massimini brothers
Giuseppe and Loris will
delight any palate.
NIGHTLIFE
The White Rabbit
The White Rabbit
39C Harding Road, H (65) 6473-
9965. www.thewhiterabbit.com.
sg. Orchard
Housed in an old church, The
White Rabbit is one of the
highlights of the charming
Dempsey Hill enclave. Having
preserved the original faade
and interior, The White Rabbit
offers an innovative modern
food menu and an extensive
drinks list. Situated at the rear
of the restaurant, the bar is
affectionately known as the
Rabbit Hole. Nestled on a
grassy knoll, this is a magical
place to have a drink or two
with friends away from the
bustle of the city.
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Its a surprising
smile every second
at
S Isle Affair
ingapore takes fun
seriously. We really
do! Whether its
hurtling down the side of
a hill, zipping down lines,
catching some surf or just
hanging out with some
very friendly orangutans,
theres never a dull moment
to be found in this city full
of pleasure, excitement,
thrills and spills.
There are also plenty
of opportunities to
learn a thing or two
while visiting the
attractions ensuring
that your day out is
just as educational as it
is enjoyable.
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High-octane action on Sentosa Island
Gogreen Segway Eco
Adventure
Beach Station, H (65) 9825-4066
www.segway-sentosa.com.
Round up the family for a
practice session on the safe
yet absolutely thrilling Segway
Personal Transporters, and
maneuver your way through
the twists, turns and slopes
of the Gogreen circuit.
If youre yearning for
a bit more action
than that, opt for the
Guided Eco Adventure
and experience the
sights and sounds of
Tanjong Beach or
Siloso Beach in a
truly unique way.
Skyride
HarbourFront
MegaZip Adventure
Park
10a Siloso Beach Walk, H (65)
6884-5602. www.megazip.com.sg.
Nothing keeps the family
together like a day spent
engaged in adventurous
activities! Featuring one
of Asias most extreme
zip lines, a 15-metre high
rope adventure course, a
parachute jump simulator and
the North Face climbing wall,
the MegaZip is fast becoming
one of hottest spots in town
for an ultimate adrenaline
rush. Head on over for an
exciting day of activities with
the help of their well-trained
and experienced staff.
Sentosa Luge and The Flying Trapeze
Siloso Point, H (65) 6275-
Imbiah Lookout, (beside Beach
Station) H (65) 6274-0472. www.
0100. www.sentosa.com.sg/en/
attractions/beaches/the flying-
hg.sg/sentosa/luge.
Speed demons will love this
trapeze.
Take the circus act out of the
tent and into the great outdoors! pro surfers? Put them to
part toboggan, part go-cart
Cheer your family members the test at this exhilarating
adventure, which takes drivers
on as you take turns to go on sports destination, where
on a fun-filled race down a
Singapores first and only flying surfers, skateboarders and
650-metre-long paved track.
trapeze. It is situated so that you even snowboarders seek
The adrenaline rush is so
feel as though you are soaring their adrenaline rush while
addictive that youll want
right above the beach. Safe and in Singapore. For starters,
another go as soon as youve
supervised, this is a great outdoor get everyone on the Double
finished. And to do just that,
activity for family outings FlowRider, which is a fast-
continue your thrills as you hop
and team-building sessions. moving, non-curling sheet of
on to the open-air chairlift
water that is popular with the
of the Skyride and
FAMILY FUN
Wave House kids. Learn how to maneuver
enjoy breathtaking
Sentosa your boards here before you
views of the South
36 Siloso Beach Walk,
move on to the FlowBarrel, a
China Sea as
H (65) 6274-0472. www. more challenging, endless six-
you travel back
wavehousesentosa.com. foot wave. There are also beach
to the top of
Want to see if your kids have lounges and bars, as well as a
the hill.
the potential to become well-stocked surf shop.
Up Close and Personal with Exotic Wildlife
Be wowed by Singapores flora and fauna.
Jurong Bird Park
Jurong Bird Park featuring birds from Southeast catch the Birds n Buddies show,
Asia, Africa and South America, a stunning visual fiesta that
2 Jurong Hill, H (65) 6265-0022.
www.birdpark.com.sg. Boon Lay or go on an expedition into a brings together the largest
Discover the amazing world of world of penguins at the newly collection of birds and colourful
birds through interactive and opened Penguin Coast. Early costumed characters on one
fun activities at the worlds birds to the park will get to stage or the popular Birds of
largest bird park, home to over enjoy the charming company Prey Show featuring majestic
8,000 birds. Visit Jurong Bird of feathered friends at the Early winged creatures such as
Parks four free flight aviaries Bird Breakfast Show. Otherwise, vultures, owls and eagles.
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 creatures of the dark or take
a tram ride to experience
landscapes modelled after
exotic safaris such as those
of the Himalayan foothills
and Equatorial Africa. To
enjoy the complete Night
Safari experience, register
for the Classic or Premier
Night Safari Safari Adventurer Tour,
which includes options such
as guided walking trails,
Night Safari photography opportunities,
80 Mandai Lake Road, H (65)
gourmet dining and reserved
6269-3411. www.nightsafari.com.
sg. Ang Mo Kio or Yio Chu Kang seats to the highly popular
Creatures of the Night show.
YOUR SINGAPORE
Spy on over 1,000 nocturnal
animals as they frolic and
feed in their natural habitat Singapore Zoo
after dark at the worlds first 80 Mandai Lake Road, H (65)
6269-3411. www.zoo.com.sg.
nocturnal wildlife park. Explore
Ang Mo Kio or Yio Chu Kang
the Fishing Cat, Forest Giants
Spend an exciting day at the
and Leopard trails to get up
award-winning Singapore Zoo,
close with these mysterious
The Greatest Views of the City
Adventure, adrenaline and photo opportunities abound.
GX-5 Xtreme Swing
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set in a
lush tropical
rainforest
with its
famous
open
concept animal
exhibits. Let your
children experience
up-close and
personal encounters with
creatures of the wild and
learn about conservation at
this world-class wildlife park,
which features enclosures
such as the Critters
Longhouse, Fragile Forest and
Reptile Garden. Be sure to also
participate in the exclusive
Jungle Breakfast with
Wildlife and catch the animal
shows for an unforgettable
experience.
G-Max The Ultimate
Bungy Jump and GX-5
Xtreme Swing
Clarke Quay, 3E River Valley
Road, H (65) 6338-1146.
Clarke Quay
Find out what its like to be an
astronaut on this eyepopping
ride, a rocket launch simulator
that sends you hurtling 60
metres into the air at a toe-curling
speed of 200kph. Want more of
this fast and furious experience?
Theres also the GX-5 Xtreme
Swing, a five-seater capsule that
will catapult you 100 metres
across the Singapore River
from a height of 50 metres. At
such speed, your view of the
waterfront will definitely be
something to remember.
Merlion Park
Adjacent to One Fullerton,
1 Fullerton Road. Raffles Place
Spotting this archetypal
symbol of Singapore is easy
when you are in the vicinity
of the Merlion Park and
One Fullerton. Standing 8.6
metres high and weighing
70 tonnes, the Merlion
statue has a lions head
and a fishs body, and calls
this 2,500-square-metre
park home. The large figure
of the Merlion with water
pouring out of its mouth
and fish scales on its body
is symbolic of Temasek, the
name Singapore was known
for in ancient times. The
majestic, fearsome head
> Sheikh Haikel, local TV
host and DJ
The Singapore Flyer is great
when I want to treat the family
to the best view of Singapores
outstanding skyline. The Singapore
Zoo is however my familys all
time favourite! We also cannot
wait to get to the Universal Studios
in Singapore and try the exciting
themed roller coasters. Singapore
is definitely a family-friendly place.
It is happy, bright and safe every
hour of the day. Also, with the
numerous arts, music and fashion
festivals here, everyone can have a
wonderful time.
also recalls the legend of using them!) because you will
Sang Nila Utama, who first have the best panoramic views
spotted a lion on the island of Singapores awe-inspiring
and gave Singapore its name. cityscape from your glass
The statue was relocated 120 capsule. The fun doesnt stop
metres away from its original there. Take more photographs
position in 2002 to where it at the lush rainforest right in
stands in Merlion Park today, the middle of the atrium, have
in front of The Fullerton Hotel your feet micro massaged
and facing Marina Bay. at the fish foot spa or jump
into a real flight simulator for
Singapore Flyer a complete mind-blowing
30 Raffles Avenue, H (65) 6333- experience.
3311. www.singaporeflyer.com.
Promenade
Standing a majestic 165 metres
tall, the Singapore Flyer is the
FAMILY FUN
worlds largest observation
wheel. Be sure to equip
yourselves with cameras and
binoculars (the kids will enjoy Singapore Flyer
Explore and Educate
Have fun while you learn something new.
Escape Theme Park
1 Pasir Ris Close, H (65) 6581-
9112. www.escapethemepark.
com.sg. Pasir Ris
Round up the day of play for
your kids at this outdoor theme
park, which has excellent rides
such as the Daytona Go-Kart,
bumper boats and the Pirate
Ship, for everyone in the family.
You can also have a splashing
good time at Wet & Wild,
Asias highest water ride at
five storeys high. Check out
E!Hub, a hub within Downtown
East that offers excellent
entertainment, retail and dining
options after spending an
exciting day at the theme park.
Escape Theme Park
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Science Centre Singapore
Science Centre
Singapore
15 Science Centre Road, H (65)
6425-2500. www.science.edu.sg.
Jurong East
Learning will never be the
same again after youve
experienced the Science
YOUR SINGAPORE
Centre Singapores 14 galleries,
each presenting interactive
lessons in science, technology
and mathematics. Let your
children absorb the wonders of
anatomy, climate, the oceans
and the solar system through
exhibits that engage all their
senses. Then, treat them to a
fun screening experience at
the Omni-Theatre, or escape
the tropical heat at Snow City.
A Boutique Sports Experience
Experience the thrills and spills of world-class sporting events.
Image courtesy of singapore gp pte. ltd.
Formula 1 SingTel Singapore Grand Prix
S
ingaporeans are avid
sports fans; if were not
jogging, cycling, or playing
golf on our award-winning
courses, were staying up late
to watch our favourite teams in
action around the world. Last
year, the city was acclaimed as
The Worlds No. 2 Ultimate
Sports City by the London-
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Singapore Discovery
Centre
510 Upper Jurong Road, H (65)
6792-6188. www.sdc.com.sg.
Joo Koon
Want to know how to handle
a national crisis, see what you
look like flying a parachute, or
challenge your family members
to a game of crossfire
paintball? At the Singapore
Discovery Centre, a science
centre that also doubles up
as a museum and art gallery,
you can envision yourself in
all sorts of situations. The
whole family will have a whale
of a time learning about the
different facets of city living
through a host of exhibits and
activities such as the iWerks
Theatre and the SAFTI Bus
Tour, which offers a taste of
military service (a compulsory
rite of passage for all male
Singaporeans).
based Sports Business Group,
and clinched the Gold Sport City
award at the International Sports
Event Management Awards
in November. Singapore has
indeed made its mark on the
world stage as one of the best
cities to host an international
sports event, having welcomed
over 370,000 spectators for
Universal Studios Singapore
Universal Studios
Singapore
Located within Resorts World
Sentosa. 08 Sentosa Gateway, H
(65) 6577-8888. www.rwsentosa.
com. HarbourFront
Experience movie magic at
Singapores newest theme
park, with a myriad of rides
and attractions that bring the
joys of the silver screen to life.
Immerse yourselves in the world
of dinosaurs at The Lost World
and even meet the talking donkey
of the land of Far Far Away.
Here you get to take the concept
of storytelling to a whole new
dimension. Dont miss the Lake
Hollywood Spectacular show
which occurs after sunset, and
witness fireworks and musical
performances that are bound to
take your breath away.
the inaugural Youth Olympic
Games in 2010, and hosted
another successful edition of
the FORMULA ONE night race
on Asias only street circuit.
Sports here really is a way of
life. Visitors can easily partake
in a range of sports activities
and events all year round at
excellent venues and also during
international sporting events
like the Aviva Ironman 70.3
Singapore Marathon and the
Standard Chartered Marathon
Singapore to name a few.
2010 edition featured all four of
Headliners
The international jewels in
our sporting crown.
Singapore International
Racing Festival,
Singapore International
Airlines Cup, KrisFlyer
International Sprint
16-24 May, Singapore Turf Club.
Kranji
The worlds top horse owners,
jockeys and trainers descend
on Singapore for the annual
Singapore International Racing
Festival. The S$3 million
Singapore Airlines International
Cup and the S$1 million KrisFlyer
International Sprint make up the
finale of the week-long Festival.
World Netball
Championships 2011
3-10 Jul, Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Stadium
The worlds best netball teams
converge once every four years
and Singapore plays host for the
second time in 2011. (See page 84)
2011 FORMULA 1 SingTel
Singapore Grand Prix
23-25 Sep, Marina Bay Street
Circuit. Promenade
The highlight of the FORMULA
ONE season and the only
FORMULA ONE street circuit
night race in the world runs for the
fourth time in 2011. (See page 86)
Barclays Singapore Open
2011
Nov, Sentosa Golf Club.
HarbourFront
This European Tour-sanctioned
event is Asias richest national
golf tournament with more than
US$5million in prize money. The
the years Major-winners.
(See page 87)
Standard Chartered
Marathon Singapore 2011
4 Dec, The Padang. City Hall
One of the worlds great
marathons and among the largest
in Asia offers the best way to see
the city. (See page 88)
Domestic
Sporting Thrills
Local and regional events
which offer no end of
excitement.
Football The S.League
Feb-Nov, various venues
Singapores premier football
league, the S.League, competes
for the 16th time in 2011 after
the 2010 season went down to
the wire in a thrilling final-day
finish. The 2011 season is bound
to keep you on the edge of your
seat as Singapore powerhouses
SAFFC, Home United and
Tampines Rovers battle with
overseas teams like Etoile FC
(France), Albirex Niigata (Japan)
and Beijing Guoan (China).
The ASEAN Basketball League
Basketball The ASEAN
Basketball League (ABL)
Jan-Feb 2011 (Season Two), Oct 2011-
Feb 2012 (Season Three), Singapore
Indoor Stadium. Stadium
Our very own Singapore
Slingers take to the court of
the Singapore Indoor Stadium
in the exciting regional
basketball championship,
the ABL. Facing the likes of
the KL Westport Dragons,
the Brunei Barracudas, the
Chang Thailand Slammers
and the Philippine Patriots,
the Slingers promise an
adrenaline slam dunk.
Triathlon Aviva Ironman
70.3 Singapore Triathlon
and OSIM Singapore
International Triathlon
20 Mar; and Apr, East Coast Park.
Bedok
Few sports capture the
SPORTS
determination and supreme
fitness showcased in
triathlons. Singapore is home
to two such top-notch events,
the well established OSIM
Singapore International
Triathlon and the Aviva
Ironman 70.3 Singapore
Triathlon, part of the global
Ironman 70.3 series.
Badminton Singapore
Open
14-19 Jun, Singapore Indoor
Stadium. Stadium
The worlds top shuttlers come
together again in 2011 to compete
in Singapores premier badminton
tournament, the Singapore Open.
Rugby SCC Rugby
Sevens
Nov, The Padang. City Hall
The carnival atmosphere of
the SCC Rugby Sevens makes
it one of the years most
anticipated sporting events.
Half party and half showcase
of top-notch rugby action,
this festival of Sevens is held
annually at the Padang.
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many cultures
at
W
ith its history dating
all the way back to
the 11th century, you
can discover Singapores most
interesting tales, folklores, arts
and culture through its many
world-class museums, historical
sites and quaint neighbourhoods.
From the monumental artworks
at the National Museum of
Singapore and Singapore Art
Museum to legendary sites
such as Fort Canning Park
and the charming Jalan Besar
neighbourhood, immerse
yourself in the citys past for an
even more picturesque view of
what it is today.
Fort Canning Park
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Museums around the City
Learn all about the countrys fascinating history at these state-
of-the-art museums and galleries.
National Museum of
Singapore
93 Stamford Road, H (65) 6332-
3659. www.nationalmuseum.sg.
Dhoby Ghaut
Built in 1887, the recently
renovated neo-classical
building sits resplendent
in the heart of the city as
the largest museum in the
country. The museum is the
custodian of Singapores 11
National Treasures, which
include the Singapore Stone,
believed to date back to
at least the 13th century.
Alongside the remarkable
historical-based galleries,
look out for the four Living
Galleries detailing culture
through the prisms of fashion,
photography, food and film
and wayang (puppet theatre).
The interactive elements,
including touch screen
displays, smelling pods, and
oral histories as well as old
film reels, immerse the visitor
in a multi-sensory experience
of Singapores past, with a
contemporary touch.
Peranakan Museum
39 Armenian Street, H (65) 6332-
7591. www.peranakanmuseum.sg.
City Hall
Delve into the rich history,
traditions and culture of
National Museum of Singapore
early settlers in the former
Straits Settlements of
Singapore, Malacca and
Penang, and their links
with other communities
in Southeast Asia at the
Peranakan Museum. Thanks
to its extensive collection of
Peranakan artefacts, visitors
can learn about the rituals,
traditions and material culture
of this unique community.
Interactive exhibits targeted
at children ensure the whole
family is in on the fun. Two
temporary exhibition galleries
present special programmes
throughout the year to
engage visitors with the ever
fascinating history of this
Straits-Chinese community.
Changi Museum
1000 Upper Changi Road
North, H (65) 6214-2451. www.
changimuseum.com. Tanah
Merah
The Japanese interred the
allied prisoners of war at
the now-demolished Changi
Prison. While there, the
POWs created a simple
chapel in order to have a
Changi Museum
Peranakan Museum
place of solace. The chapel
was recreated in 1988 and
later relocated when the
Changi Prison was pulled
down. At this new site you
can view photographs,
drawings and letters created
by POWs and civilian
internees. You can also sign
up for a Battlefield Tour to
discover more about the
strategies, plots, follies and
actions that led to the fall
of Singapore in World War
II. The museum also serves
as an important educational
resource centre.
Asian Civilisations
Museum
1 Empress Place, H (65) 6332-
7798. www.acm.org.sg. Raffles
Place
Built in 1865 as a court house,
the building has housed the
Registry of Births and Deaths,
as well as the
Singapore
Mint. From
1989, it was
known as the
Empress Place
Museum. It Dragon Badge at Asian
Civilisations Museum
CULTURE AND HERITAGE
reopened in 2003 as the
Asian Civilisations Museum,
housing 10 thematic galleries
showcasing over 1,500
artefacts spanning five
millennia of Asian cultures.
Children and adults alike
will enjoy the ExplorAsian
Zones, interactive spaces
within the galleries; while
adults can enjoy the gorgeous
ancient artefacts and
jewellery, stunning costumes
and headgears that are on
permanent display.
MINT Museum of
Toys
26 Seah Street, H (65) 6287-
0060. www.emint.com. City
Hall
Great fun for both kids and
adults, discover a plethora
of cool, fun and collectible
toys here that date all the
way back to the 40s and 50s.
Spanning a massive
three-storey space,
some of the rarest
finds here include
Ultraman tin toys and
Mickey Mouse plush
dolls.
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Singapore Philatelic Museum
YOUR SINGAPORE
Singapore Art
Museum
71 Bras Basah Road, H (65) 6332-
3222. www.singaporeartmuseum.
com. Bras Basah
House in a restored 19th-
century school, this museum
is devoted to the collection,
research and display of
20th-century Singapore and
Southeast Asian visual art,
and is the place to view one
of the worlds largest public
collections of modern and
contemporary Southeast Asian
artworks. And with various
links with international arts
and cultural institutions, the
museum facilitates visual arts
education, exchange, research
and development both within
the region and further afield,
including with the Centre
Pompidou, Guggenheim
Museum and Shanghai Art
Museum.
Singapore Philatelic
Museum
23B Coleman Street, H (65)
6337-3888. www.spm.org.sg.
City Hall
This former school once
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served as the school
chaplains house before it was
converted into a bookshop.
Restored in 1995, the
Philatelic Museum presents
Singapores collection of
stamps and postal artefacts
from 1830s to present day.
The permanent galleries
introduce the world of
philately, the worlds first
stamp, and how stamps are
a window to the world in its
exploration of different topics
such as science, technology,
history and culture. The
museum holds special
exhibitions on topical issues
throughout the year.
Singapore Coins and
Notes Museum
Third Level, 21 Trengganu Street,
H (65) 6222-2486. www.
singaporecoinsandnotesmuseum.
com. Chinatown
The museum aims to
promote an understanding
of Singapores rich history
by taking them through the
evolution of the Singapore
currency with an amazing
collection of Singapores coins
and notes collection through
the countrys existence.
Visitors can enjoy interactive
activities, themed galleries
and integrated museum
programmes as they get
engaged with all there is to
know about the ever changing
face of local currency.
Chinatown Heritage
Centre
48 Pagoda Street,
H (65) 6338-6877.
www.chinatownheritagecentre.sg.
Chinatown
This early 20th-century
Chinese shophouse is part
museum and part heritage
collection. Discover the
stories of early migrants
and coolies from China who
braved the perilous journey to
Singapore through 13 different
stations that provide insights
into their lives. Theres even a
souvenir shop where you can
purchase books, mugs and
dolls of Samsui women who
also played an integral part in
shaping Chinatowns history.
World War II Memorials
Explore the darkest period in Singapores history at these important sites.
The Battle Box
The Battle Box
51 Canning Rise, H (65) 6333-
0510. Dhoby Ghaut
The Battle Box in Fort Canning
was the subterranean
command centre of the
British Malaya Command
Headquarters during World
War II. Explore its 22 chambers
through a linked corridor, and
relive the events of 15 February
1942, the day of Singapores
surrender, through audio-visual
animatronics and special
effects. Surrounded by sounds
of bombing, follow an orderly
guide through the complex
and experience the recreated
events in its various chambers.
Civilian War Memorial
War Memorial Park, Beach Road.
City Hall
Located on the east flank of
the Padang, the Civilian War
Memorial is dedicated to
those who perished during
the Japanese Occupation of
Singapore between 15 February
1942 and 12 September 1945.
Four identical pillars rise more
than 60 metres to symbolise
Singapores four ethnic groups
Malay, Chinese, Indian and
Eurasian.
Fort Canning Park
Fort Canning Centre, Cox Terrace,
H (65) 6332-1302. Dhoby
Ghaut
Fort Canning contains artefacts
and memorials of Singapores
early history dating back to
the 14th century and is the
location of Sir Stamford Raffles
bungalow. Once known as the
Forbidden Hill, it became a
military base during World
War II. Fort Canning Park is
now also a popular venue
for arts and entertainment,
including sculpture exhibitions,
plays, open-air ballet and
mega-concerts. The park has
plenty to be discovered and
behold.
Kranji War Memorial
9 Woodlands Road. Kranji
The Kranji War Memorial
honours the men and women
CULTURE AND HERITAGE
from Britain, Australia, Canada,
Sri Lanka, India, Malaya,
the Netherlands and New
Zealand, who gave their lives
for freedom in World War II. Its
serene green lawns consist of
war graves, a state cemetery
and memorial walls.
Memories at Old Ford
Factory
351 Upper Bukit Timah Road, H
(65) 6462-6724. www.s1942.org.sg
Bukit Batok
A former automobile assembly
plant, this quaint art deco
building was the site of the
British surrender to the
Japanese on 15 February 1942.
After the factory shut down
in 1980 it was left abandoned
for many years until a recent
restoration turned it into the
detailed museum it is today.
Stop by here to view relics,
photographs, newspaper
clippings and learn more about
Singapores past.
Kranji War Memorial
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 Historic Neighbourhoods
By heading away from downtown, youll discover some unexpected delights in areas steeped in
history and culture.
YOUR SINGAPORE
Bukit Timah
Bukit Timah Trail
The Queenstown Trail
Queenstown began as the
squalid slums of the city,
but today it is one of the
citys most interesting and
oldest neighbourhoods.
Bounded by Ridout Road,
Alexandra Road, Tanglin
Road, the Malayan Railway,
North Buona Vista Road and
Holland Road, it was named
in commemoration of Queen
Elizabeth IIs coronation in
1953, and is now a bustling
area complete with its own
amenities - such
as libraries,
shopping centres
and various food
centres. Some
of the tourist
Bukit Timah
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attractions to look out for
here include the Tiong Ghee
Temple and Sri Muneeswaran
Temple.
The Bukit Timah Trail
The Bukit Timah Trail takes
you on a journey down the
rich historical heritage of
Bukit Timah area. Bukit Timah
Road was the principal road
that ran from the north to the
south of Singapore. Always a
busy and important road for
traders and travellers, Bukit
Timah became an area of
immense tactical importance
during World War II as the
main military food supply
depot was located just east of
it. Begin your journey at the
Bukit Timah Railway Station,
The Old Ford Factory
Old Ford Factory
Bukit Timah Railway Station
opened in 1915 as part of the
Singapore-Kranji Railway,
also known as the Singapore
Government Railway. Though
only a few small structures
and the classic cast iron
bridge spanning above Bukit
Timah Road and Dunearn
Road remain, it once served
one of the busiest routes
in Singapore. Imagine the
old route, which ran from
the terminal at Tank Road
towards Woodlands, where
it continued to Malaysia via
the former Federated Malay
States Railway. Highlights
along the route include The
Old Ford Factory, a former
automobile assembly plant
which was also the site of
the British surrender to the
Japanese on 15 February
1942, and the Bukit Timah
Fire Station.
 Explore your wild side one of these trails youll find
the scenic HSBC Tree Top
this weekend Walk, which is strung 25
lake. Boasting 10,000 types
of plants - spread over 64
hectares, of which six hectares

at metres above ground and is a

perfect vantage point to view
the beautiful natural setting of
the vicinity.
Singapore Botanic
Gardens
1 Cluny Road H (65) 6471-7361/
(65) 6471-7138. www.sbg.org.sg.
Orchard
Located near the Orchard Road
shopping belt, this is a historic
enclave of parks, gardens and
rainforest thats
perfect for
are original jungle dating back
hundreds of years or more
- it also has one of the most
comprehensive collections of
orchids found anywhere in the MacRitchie Reservoir
world at the popular National
spectacular views of Keppel
Orchid Garden. Furthermore,
Harbour and Singapores
this is also a popular venue for
concerts; the mini pockets of Southern Islands. You can dine
gardens and rolling expanses or stop for a drink at the the
are perfect for sitting on a Jewel Box, visit the Southern
picnic blanket with a nice bite Ridges or take a cable car to
in hand. Sentosa.
Mount Faber > Famous Locals

NATURE
seeking respite Three places in Singapore owe
HarbourFront their names to trees that once
from the bustling Towering over the grew there. Tampines is named
city. The best HarbourFront area, Mount after the tough and durable
time to head Faber is a windswept hill Tampines tree, Changi is
here is in the home to many species of local
named after the
morning or in towering Chengai tree
flora and fauna. Its trails, in and Kampong Glam got

I
n a big city like Singapore,
its always nice to be able
to escape from the rushed
pace of urban life and head
for the numerous green lungs
dotted throughout the city for a
respite. Best of all, these parks,
gardens, nature reserves and
farms are very different from
one another ensuring theres
something for everyone.
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A Stroll Through Nature
Get up close with nature, explore wonderful walking trails and
even keep fit at these beautiful green locations.
East Coast Park
Bedok
Hogging almost the entire
stretch of Singapores eastern
coastline, this is Singapores
largest park and, judging by the
number of people that flock
here on the weekends, its most
popular. This is perfect for
leisurely strolls on the beach or
high tempo activities like roller
blading and cycling. And as its
covered with a canopy of trees,
it never gets too hot. Whats
more, there are lots of eateries,
cafes and bars, as well as a
cable ski and international
competition class skate park
that make it just as much a
lifestyle destination as it is a
recreational one.
the early evening
when the weather
particular the Marang Trail, its name from a variety
of cajeput tree which was
wind through secondary
is most agreeable. rainforests, while Faber famed for the aromatic oils
Take in soothing which could be derived from it.
Walk near its summit offers
sights like the swan Cajeput tree
MacRitchie Reservoir
Marymount
A short bus or MRT ride from
the city centre will bring you
to one of the most historic
areas in Singapore. MacRitchie
Reservoir was built in the
late 19th century to cater to
the increased demand for
water. Today a large tract of
rainforest fringes the reservoir
and a part of it forms a park
thats used for recreational
activities like kayaking and
canoeing and cross-country
racing. It has five routes that
make up its walking trails
two are graded easy, while
the rest are graded between
moderate and difficult that
East Coast Park Singapore Botanic Gardens
are perfect for a ramble. On
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 Getting Gritty
Being on vacation here neednt mean you have to take things easy. Make no mistake, in
Singapore there are lots of places where you can get your adrenaline pumping with a range of
rugged outdoor activities.
YOUR SINGAPORE
Henderson Waves
Mountain Biking in
Bukit Timah
Hindhede Drive, H (65) 6468-
5736. Bukit Gombak
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is
a gorgeous natural retreat with
numerous hiking and biking
trails that fringe the 163-metre
high hill. The six-kilometre
mountain bike trail is one of
the most challenging mountain
bike courses in the region. As
you tackle the difficult (but
fun) course, youll discover
a pristine rainforest with an
impressive list of flora and
fauna (long-tailed macaques,
plantain squirrels and racket-
tailed drongos swing and
scurry freely here). Biking here
is best done in the morning
when its relatively cool.
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Go on a Forest
Adventure
825 Bedok Reservoir Road, Bedok
Reservoir Park. H (65) 8100-7420
(Booking is recommended) www.
forestadventure.com.sg. Bedok
If the thought of swinging
through a forest appeals to
you, look no further. Set on the
grounds of Bedok Reservoir Park,
this is an exhilarating course built
between the trees and features
no end of ladders, bridges, nets,
trapezes, swings and zip lines.
elevated walkway that weaves
Perched five metres above the
ground, this is a thrilling way
to have fun while learning to
overcome whatever fear of
heights you may have. Put your
limbs to the test, scale rope
ladders, or balance yourself on a
tightrope. Kids as young as five
Waves bridge.
can participate in activities here,
making this an excellent place
for the whole family.
Nature in the City
Take in the wonders of nature as you enjoy the city. These green spots are perfect for
rejuvenating and recharging your mind, body and soul. Whether its the flight of a butterfly or
the intoxicating smells of spices, the citys rich natural wonders will surprise you.
Butterfly Trail @ Orchard
Butterfly
Forest Adventure
Trail @
Running the Southern Orchard
Orchard,
Ridges Somerset
HarbourFront
Orchard Road
Set on rolling hills and parks,
is renowned for
this is a spectacular way to
its malls, hotels, cafes
take in the sights of the city,
and restaurants. But do you
the Southern Islands and the
know that it is also an oasis
nearby residential estates.
for butterflies, which shelter at
This chain of lush sloping trails
the many parks, gardens and
meanders through forests
shrubs found in the area? The
and a series of parks. Along
Butterfly Trail @ Orchard is a
the way youll find the Forest
four-kilometre long trail right
Walk, a trail made up of an
in the heart of the shopping
district and includes Napier
through the secondary forest
Road, Tanglin Road, Orchard
of Telok Blangah Hill Park,
Turn and Somerset Road before
offering spectacular views
ending at the lush Fort Canning
of the tree canopy beneath.
Park. Look out for signposts
And if youre going to catch
nestled among pockets of
your breath along the way, do
flora (and even on rooftop
it at the stunning Henderson
gardens) that indicate butterfly
hotspots. Only a section of the
trail is now completed and the
remaining section is scheduled
for completion by end of 2011.
NATURE
Fort Canning Park
Spice Walks at Fort
Canning Park
Fort Canning Green, H (65)
6332-1302. Dhoby Ghaut
Nestled right in the centre Nutmeg
of the city, Fort Canning
a collection of over a hundred-
Park is replete with legend.
mostly medicinal-plants. Take
Once thought to be where
your pick of exotic spices like
ancient Malay royalty had
nutmeg and clove. You can
their palaces, it later became
even learn how to use these
a burial ground for the local
spices at the culinary academy,
sultans. When Raffles arrived
At-Sunrice, which also conducts
in Singapore in 1819, he was
customised spice tours there.
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location and commanding > Dane Cantwell, Group
views over the new settlement Fitness Instructor, Pure
Fitness.
he had just founded. So he
The East Coast Park is an
set up his bungalow here
excellent place to train for both
and established Singapores
cycling and running
first botanic gardens. Today, with some
you can go on a tour of this nice flat
horticultural haven with a paths.
You can
walking tour and learn about
even try to
the many spices planted here.
combine a
A miniature replica of a 19th- cycle-run
century spice garden can be session
found on the entertaining Fort there.
Canning Spice Trail and it has
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In the northwestern tip of the island, youll discover a remarkable green sanctuary and a
wetland reserve covering the Lim Chu Kang and Kranji districts.
Kranji Countryside
www.kranjicountryside.com.
Kranji
This is where youll find farms,
eco co-ops and other attractive
agricultural haunts. Head for the
Hay Dairies goat farm for some
fresh goats milk; Bollywood
Veggies for organic vegetables
and a yummy, yet healthy, lunch
at its bistro; and Green Circle
YOUR SINGAPORE
Organic Farm for educational
tours and other recreational
activities. And if the prospect of
heading back to the city after a
long day out in the sticks doesnt
appeal to you, then fret not. You
can end your day by heading for
DKranji Farm Resort, where you
can stay in comfortable villas. At
this farmstay, you can check out
their corn and rice plantations
Offshore Escapades
Despite Singapores small size, it has many different facets. You can find a more languid,
rustic slice of life just minutes away from the cosmopolitan, urban areas of the city.
Singapores offshore islands hark back to a time when life was much simpler.
Kusu Island
Marina Bay. Take the ferry
from Marina South Pier provided
by Singapore Island Cruises
(#01-04 Marina South Pier). Or
charter a boat from one of the
many operators there (prices are
negotiable). Mon-Fri 10am and
2pm; Sat 9am, 12pm, 3pm; Sun and
public holidays 9am, 11am, 1pm,
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or pop by their beer garden for a
refreshing pint.
Sungei Buloh Wetland
Reserve
301 Neo Tiew Crescent. H (65)
6794-1401. www.sbwr.org.sg.
Kranji
Nestled in the northwestern
edge of Singapore, this
164-hectare site is home to
over 160 species of birds and
over 500 species of tropical
flora. Full of mangroves and
fascinating amphibians, the
conserved habitat is a rich
food source for migratory
and resident birds such
as kingfishers, herons and
egrets. All you need are sharp
eyes, quiet feet and a pair of
binoculars.
Kusu Island
3pm, 5pm. The last ferry leaves
Mon-Fri 4pm, Sat 4:30pm and
Sun and public holidays 6:15pm.
Admission: S$15 (adult), S$12
(child). H (65) 6534-9339.
There are many legends and
myths surrounding this island
located six kilometres off the
southern coast of Singapore.
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Hay Dairies
Pulau Ubin
The most interesting time to
visit is during the ninth lunar
month, which falls between
September and November
when according to Chinese
legend thousands of devotees
would flock here to pray for
good health, peace, happiness,
luck and prosperity. Other than
the distinctive Chinese temple
there are three kramats (Muslim
shrines), pristine beaches, blue
lagoons and spectacular views
of the Singapore mainland.
Theres also a sanctuary where
hundreds of tortoises are
Pulau Ubin
housed. As overnight stay is not
permitted on the island, its best
to visit as a day trip from the city.
Tanah Merah, then take bus 2.
Hop onto a bumboat from Changi
Jetty. The ride costs S$2.50 and
operates daily from sunrise to
sunset.
A 15-minute boat ride from the
northeastern tip of Singapore
is Pulau Ubin, which is often
referred to as Singapores last
bastion. Its name, meaning
Granite Island, is taken from
the many quarries that dot the
island. Once you step onto its
shores you cant help but feel
that you have stepped back in
time. Little hamlets, vegetable
farms, orchards and numerous
tiny shrines from a bygone era
St Johns Island
sponges when the tide is low.
All parts of the island are easily
accessible by bicycle, which
NATURE
can be rented on arrival.
St Johns Island
Marina Bay. Take the ferry
from Marina South Pier provided
by Singapore Island Cruises
(#01-04 Marina South Pier). Or
charter a boat from one of the
many operators there (prices are
negotiable). Mon-Fri 10am and
2pm; Sat 9am, 12pm, 3pm; Sun and
public holidays 9am, 11am, 1pm,
remain till this very day. And 3pm, 5pm. The last ferry leaves
most of the islands thousand-
odd residents still get their
Mon-Fri 2:45pm, Sat 3:45pm and
Sun and public holidays 5:50pm.
Admission: S$15 (adult), S$12
water from wells and power
(child). H (65) 6534-9339.
from generators. Whats great
Formerly known as Pulau
is that the islands numerous
Sekijang Bendera, St Johns
charms are unspoilt despite
Island used to serve as
the many day-trippers that
a quarantine centre for
visit here. Apart from its rustic
immigrants until the 1950s
charm, what makes Pulau Ubin
after which it was used as a
popular is the extraordinary
detention centre for political
biodiversity youll find
and criminal detainees. In 1975,
animals like monitor lizards,
it was developed into a holiday
wild boars, otters, hornbills
resort. Now, its an idyllic haven
and kingfishers to name just a
with lagoons, walking trails,
few. One of its main attractions
picnic spots, bungalows and
is an area with a particularly
holiday camps for visitors to
rich ecosystem known as the
enjoy as they like. The island
Chek Jawa Wetlands. You
is also a hotspot for gorgeous
can explore it via a boardwalk
flora and fauna.
from which youll spot corals,
seagrass, seahorses and sea
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you drop,
then shop
some more
at
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Paragon

duplex flagship stores from Named after Londons to-ceiling glass duplexes of
brands such as Cartier, Dior, most fashionable address, labels such as Marc by Marc
Dolce & Gabanna, Giorgio Knightsbridge is an eye- Jacobs, Bread & Butter and

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Armani, Louis Vuitton, Prada, catching shopping paradise Emporio Armani. This classy
ith even more malls
and boutiques
Mall Fever Topshop and Uniqlo as well as which includes outlets from retail destination also houses
A trip to Singapore isnt complete without stepping into its many debutante labels like Car Shoe, Brooks Brothers, Topshop excellent eateries from well-
springing up on
malls. The options here are limitless; you could spend days Churchs and Boucheron. flagship and Tommy Hilfiger. loved ramen joints to fine
Orchard Road and all over the
exploring them and filling up your shopping bags with a range of dining establishments.
island, shopping in Singapore
wonderful buys.
has never been more exciting. Paragon Mandarin Gallery
From designer labels to haute 290 Orchard Road, H (65) 6738- 333 Orchard Road, H Cathay
couture, vintage dresses to Orchard Road
5535. Orchard (65) 6831-6363.
Orchard/Somerset
Cineleisure
designer products, and tech Paragon is a fashionistas Orchard
Far East Plaza store, which still stands at paradise just for the sheer Mandarin
gadgets to homegrown fashion, the same location since its 8 Grange Road, H
14 Scotts Road. Orchard range of designer and luxury Gallery is one
there is certainly something (65) 6738-7477.
From independent streetwear begining at the junction of labels that are housed within - chic mall that Somerset/Orchard
for everyone, whatever your Orchard and Scotts Roads,
shops, tattoo parlours and such as Prada, Canali and Tods boasts a host of If youre looking for
tastes, needs and budget. continues to draw shoppers
dive bars to food, tailors, to Diesel, Burberry, Givenchy independent fashion entertainment, look no
Besides shopping, you with its range of fashion,
electronics and sneakers, this and Guccis newest two-storey and jewellery stores further than Cathay
can enjoy diverse homeware and household
mall has it all. Make a beeline flagship boutique. Besides like Aliya, benWU Topshop Cineleisure Orchard
dining options across appliances.
for its youth-centric LevelOne, designer fashion, you can also and trioon alongside floor- with its multiplex cinemas,
different cuisines as
where you can find fashion find sportswear labels Nike
well as chill out
and accessories at wallet- ION Orchard and Adidas, department stores
at the many
friendly prices. 2 Orchard Turn, H (65) 6238- Metro and Marks & Spencer,
entertainment 8228. Orchard
hot spots and lifestyle boutiques like
TANGS A veritable shopping and
around the Muji. Foodies should check
dining mecca, ION Orchard
310 Orchard Road, H (65) 6737- out the Food Cellar in the
various 5500. Orchard boasts eight levels of
shopping basement that boasts many
A celebrated Singapore boutiques, restaurants and
districts casual dining options.
icon, TANGS has been stores ranging from high-
from Orchard around for almost 80 years. end luxury labels and high
Road to Marina Bay. street brands to art galleries Knightsbridge
With its distinctive Chinese
and food kiosks. Look out for 270 Orchard Road, H (65) 6603-
architecture, the department 8888. Orchard Mandarin Gallery

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 Mango and Food Republic.
Dont miss Discovery Walk,
a unique dining-cum-
entertainment outdoor
precinct featuring restaurants
like March, Brotzeit German
Bier Bar, Flying Chillies and
Trattoria Cuccina Italiana.
Orchard Central
181 Orchard Road, H (65) 6238-
313@somerset 1051. Somerset
Singapores first vertical
a gaming level (E2Max) and gallery and a performance mall offers some charming
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Constantin and Bezel take
pride of place on the ground
floor, which also houses hot
ready-to-wear labels like Brooks
Brothers, Aldo, Guess Shoes
and British India. As for high
fashion, one can indulge in IWC,
Bally, Agns b, Kate Spade and
Coach. Fashionistas also can
flock to the second floor for its
range of high-street brands like
Warehouse, Miss Selfridge and The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
Topshop, while the third floor is
dedicated to the home as well shops and restaurants here. It for a bite here is an exercise

KBox karaoke suites. The mall theatre. Even the shopping and diversions for shoppers. as the little ones. houses Carrefour, the largest in restraint as VivoCity boasts
Art pieces strategically

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also boasts youth-oriented dining here is targeted at the hypermarket in Singapore, as countless restaurants like AOBA
shops ranging from toys and young. You can also listen in to scattered throughout the The Shoppes at well as entertainment facilities Japanese restaurant, Brotzeit
accessories to fashion and a radio recording session as a mall and a five-storey indoor Marina Bay Sands like a five-theatre cineplex, German Bier Bar and Restaurant,
footwear. local radio station has its studios climbing wall to attract the 10 BayFront Avenue, H (65) fitness centre and gaming and Serenity Spanish Bar &
in the building. adventurous are a couple of 6688-8868. Promenade/ arcade. The mall is not only Restaurant among others.
unique attractions here. Food Marina Bay
*scape famous for its shopping but also
lovers can dine alfresco on More than just entertainment
2 Orchard Link, H (65) 6820- 313@somerset for its magnificent Fountain of FestiveWalk &
the rooftop or descend to the and dining, Marina Bay Sands
1708. Somerset/Orchard 313 Orchard Road, H (65) 6496-
also houses the Shoppes
Wealth. Located in the Fountain Galleria Luxury
This five-storey youth-centric basement for the ultimate Terrace zone, it has held the
9313. Somerset
at Marina Bay Sands , the
Fashion
centre is where the young can 313@somerset offers mid to Mediterranean experience. record of the worlds largest 8 Sentosa Gateway, H (65) 6577-
engage in various activities like upper-mid tier fashion apparel, latest shopping and fashion fountain in the Guinness Book 8899. HarbourFront
dance, art and music in its many playground with offerings that
facilities, including recording
food and lifestyle choices from
names such as Forever 21,
Marina Bay include new-to-market brands
of Records since 1998. Resorts World Sentosa
promises a one-of-a-kind
Marina Square like French ready-to-wear line
and rehearsal studios, an art Zara, New Look, Uniqlo, HMV,
6 Raffles Boulevard, H (65) Zadig & Voltaire, Taiwanese HarbourFront shopping experience with
6339- 8787. Promenade/ over 45 retail outlets offering
contemporary ladies brand
> Tracy Philips Esplanade / City Hall everything from leading
Trendspotter, entrepreneur, marketer and fashionista Tracy Phillips always Marina Square is a shoppers Iroo and China luxury label
international brands and
has her finger on the pulse when it comes to Singapores pop culture,
dream come true. Here you can Marisfrolg as well as luxury
fashion and nightlife. She gives us the lowdown on shopping in the city.
lifestyle creations to collectibles
find more than 300 stores from labels Gucci, La Perla, Dior
and must-buy items. Expect
Shopping in Singapore is Like having a catching up with close friends, not and Prada. Also, dont miss
just a retail experience. high street fashion and luxury stores such as Canali, Damiani
brands to cafes and restaurants. the traditional sampan rides
Favourite Shopping Haunts When the shopping bug hits, Blackjack, (a Canadian high-end jeweller),
You can even catch a movie or at basement two where you VivoCity
Grannys Day Out, Front Row and Inhabit - The Other Store are usually the Asias first Victorias
first places Ill hit. enjoy a round of bowling after can soak up the sights of the 1 HarbourFront Walk, H (65)
Vice & Secret boutique and,
Hot Tip Give more Singapore- Vanity
that shopping trip. mall. Theres also an indoor 6377-6360. HarbourFront for those with a sweet
made and designed fashion a chance. synthetic ice skating rink here Singapores largest mall
Often on-point on style, well-priced, tooth, a Hersheys
where, for a small fee, you can featuring a quirky design (by
with clever design quirks, theyre a good Raffles City Shopping flagship store and
alternative to the mass chain brands and have fun trying out your most Japanese architect Toyo Ito)
stimulate the growth of Singapores creative Centre creative moves.
Candylicious.
offers almost everything under
community. Brands to look out for include Woods & 252 North Bridge Road,
Woods, Vice & Vanity and more recently, Ling H (65) 6318-0238. City Hall one roof; from great fashion
Wu, Ownmuse and Mae Pang.
This fashion-forward mall Suntec City Mall shops like Diesel, Loang &
Dont Miss Orchard Road, because that is the reality
features four levels of cool 3 Temasek Boulevard, Noi and Camper to lifestyle
of Singapore shopping personified. And if you have time, H (65) 6825-2667. City Hall/ offerings like Asias first National
Haji Lane, Club Street, Bras Basah and Little India for the boutiques and restaurants.
Esplanade Geographic Store and the arty
non-mall retail alternatives, a mix of speciality stores High-end watch brands such
alongside traditional fare. Shoppers and bargain hunters Page One bookshop. Looking
as Audemars Piguet, Vacheron
can have their pick at over 300
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Dont leave without these uniquely Singapore-created gifts and souvenirs.
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alldressedup
#03-11 ION Orchard, 2 Orchard
Turn, H (65) 6509-3089; L2
Isetan Scotts, 350 Orchard
Road, H (65) 6235-7123; #02-37
Paragon, 290 Orchard Road, H
(65) 6235- 7123. Orchard
This innovative label is well-
known for its immaculate
cutslavish draping and
exquisite detailing including
knotting, ruching and ruffles.
Its recent Fall/Winter 2010
offering used Maori imagery
as the touchstone for its
Tribal Tattoo collection.
Ashley Isham
Ground Floor, The Fullerton
Hotel, 1 Fullerton Square, H (65)
6536-4036. Raffles Place;
#02-15 Mandarin Gallery, 33A
Orchard Road, H (65) 6235-
3274. Orchard
Singapore-born, London-based
fashion designer Ashley Isham
is the man of the moment
when it comes to local fashion.
His signature draping, strong
tailoring and distinctive
flair have put him in the
upper echelons of global
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Ashley Isham
high fashion with a celebrity
clientele that includes Kylie
Minogue and Angelina Jolie.
bYSI
15 boutiques islandwide including
#B1-33 Citylink Mall, One Raffles
Link, H (65) 6341-9823. City
Hall; #01-179/182 VivoCity 1
HarbourFront Walk, H (65) 6272-
4158. HarbourFront
bYSI empowers women with
statements of affordable
luxury and fast fashion styles.
The homegrown label creates
designer-worthy apparel for
todays woman and provides
commercial yet trend-aware
collections to suit the modern
lifestyle needs of its customers.
Charles & Keith
20 stores islandwide
including #B1-18/19
Wisma Atria, 435
Orchard Road, H (65)
6238-3312. Orchard
This homegrown
fashion labels
range of luxury-
made-affordable
Max Tan
contemporary ladies
footwear has enabled it to
build a popular following
since its inception.
Fr Fr & Tigerlily
19 Jalan Pisang, H (65) 6296-
8512. Bugis
What started out as a t-shirt
project has exploded into a full-
fledged fashion label. Inspired
by music from various genres,
FrFr & Tigerlily debuted at
the Singapore Fashion Week
in 2008 and garnered an
impressive response with their
fun, flirty, and lyric-inspired
collection names.
Hansel
#02-14 Mandarin Gallery,
33A Orchard Road, H (65)
6337-0992. Orchard
Known for her quirky
take on contemporary
womenswear,
designer Jo Sohs
Hansel label
has become
the darling
Charles & Keith
of many fashion-conscious
and well-dressed women in
Singapore and around the
region.
Kwanpen
#03-17 ION Orchard, 2
Orchard Road, H (65)
6238 0223. Orchard;
#B1-147 The Shoppes at
Marina Bay Sands, 10
BayFront Avenue.
Marina Bay/
Promenade
Not to be
outdone by
the French
and Italians,
Singapore
too has a hot
bag brand of
its own. Kwanpen
offers luxury crocodile products,
from handbags to wallets
and accessories. With more
than 50 years of experience in
crocodilian products, Kwanpen
has been highly regarded in
the leather fashion world and
enjoys great cachet among the
fashion-conscious.
Mother & Child
Project
#01-01 16 Mohamed Sultan Road,
H (65) 6440-4886. Bugis
The brainchild of designer
Anna Tsang, Mother & Child
Project is a non-profit social
enterprise that offers a wide
range of products from
tissue pouches to exclusive
patchwork quilts and hand-
painted clothing. All products
are made in Singapore by
mothers (mostly single
mothers), retirees and
women recovering from
psychiatric illnesses, with
profits from sales going back
to them.
Nicholas
#02-323 Marina Square, 6
Raffles Boulevard, H (65) 6337-
3726. City Hall/Promenade/
Esplanade
Shades of grey, black and
white are the rule for
Singapore designer Nic
Wong and his label
Nicholas. Regarded
as one of the first
quintessential
local designers
to break
ground in the
Singapore
fashion scene,
Kwanpen
Wong got his
big break when
he won the Mercedes-
Benz Asia Fashion Awards
in 2004 and since then has
been wowing the fashion set
with his crisp, geometric-
tailored pieces with a clean,
understated aesthetic.
Parco next NEXT
2/F Parco Marina Bay, 9 Raffles
Boulevard, H (65) 6595-9100.
Promenade
Look no further than Parco
next NEXT if you want to give
your fashion buys a dash of
Singapore. Here you can take
in unique fashion creations by
25 of Singapores up-and-
coming fashion guns such
as Max Tan, aMuse, Ready
Made, Sundays and
Jujube.
RISIS
Purple Gold
Available at Aspial, Lee Hwa
Jewellery and Goldheart
Jewellery outlets including
#01-37 to 41 Wisma Atria, 435
Orchard Road, H (65) 6736-
0266. Orchard
Whoever thought that a
piece of precious metal the
colour of purple would take
the fashion world by storm?
Associated with royalty
and nobility, it is no wonder
celebrities such as Sir Elton
John are fans. Purple Gold
was invented in Singapore
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by metallurgist Professor
Loh Peng Chum, whose
innovation enabled the metal
to be molded into jewellery.
RISIS
RISIS Gift Gallery, #01-0184
Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek
Boulevard, H (65) 6338-8250.
City Hall; RISIS Nature Gallery,
Singapore Botanic Gardens,
Cluny Road, H (65) 6475-5104.
Orchard
Singapores national flower - the
orchid is given the Midas touch
by Singapore jewellery and
accessories brand RISIS. Real
orchids are dipped in 24K gold
and made into pins, earrings,
pendants, and brooches
allowing you to take a delicate
flower and national symbol all
the way home.
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Blending luxury with the art of
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City Hall
Fashion-forward jetsetters will
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Four-Hour Tours ordinary Singaporeans who Supreme Court line your way masterpiece the Armenian

THE CIVIc DISTRICT died during the Japanese

Occupation. Continuing onto
St. Andrews Road, you reach
the majestic St. Andrews
Cathedral. Consecrated in
1862, it is the cathedral of the
Anglican Diocese of Singapore.
With the cathedral on your right,
the vast green expanse of the
Padang will be on your left. The
site of numerous National Day
Parades, two recreational and
sporting clubs stand at each
of its ends. Across from
the Padang is Esplanade
Park, the site of The
Cenotaph which was built
Singapore Art Museum to honour British soldiers
with links to Singapore
towards The Arts House on
the site of the Old Parliament
Church of St. Gregory the
Illuminator stands proudly
House, and Victoria Theatre here at the age of 175.
and Concert Hall where the The Singapore Philatelic
iconic statue of Sir Stamford Museum down the road
Raffles stands with folded arms. is a stamp collectors
paradise and, turning left
Hour 3 onto Armenian Street, you
can learn about Singapores
Round the bend up High
Peranakans (Straits Chinese)
Street, and make a right onto
at the Peranakan Museum.
Hill Street where youll
see the colourful windows Hour 4
of the MICA (Ministry
of Information, Slow down the pace a little
Communication and the by strolling through Fort
Arts) Building. Passing Canning Park. Today, the
the bare red bricks of park has found a new life as
the former Central Fire a venue for outdoor concerts.

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Station, make a left on To complete your experience
hile Singapore does not have a capital per se, the > Shopping in the Civic who died during World
Coleman Street, named for of Singapores heritage, head
financial, administrative and historical centre of the District War I. Continuing down
colonial architect George to the National Museum of
country is its Civic District. From museums to religious Raffles City Shopping Centre St. Andrews Road you
Just outside City Hall MRT Drumgoole Coleman Singapore which borders the
buildings, arts venues and national monuments, youll learn about come to a clutch of
station, among its tenants is who designed many northeast end of Fort Canning
Singapores past, present and future here. Singapores
the famous department store of Singapores Park. Its collection spans 700
grandest

the civic district

Robinsons. years of Singapores history.
Hour 1 housing century-old statues Sir Stamford Raffles
Bras Basah Complex For a
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and relics of St. Laurent- 1970s Singapore shopping

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street fashion outlets; the starts to take shape. This is > Around the Corner
former has an arty rooftop what Orchard Road is most Singapore Botanic Gardens
garden that offers spectacular famous for: shopping. Ngee The 152-year-old Gardens are
views of the city below. Further Ann City (home to the Japanese home to thousands of tropical
plants and boasts the biggest
along, one of the old favourites department store Takashimaya), collection of orchids in the world.
of Orchard, The Centrepoint is the ultra-modern ION Orchard, Newton Food Centre
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home to wealthy Peranakans Heading right on to Scotts Road hawker
heard anything about Singapore knows about Orchard Road. What Nahappan inspired by
Orchard Roads heritage (Straits Chinese). The houses takes you to Shaw Centre, centre.
started out as a country lane running between spice plantations as a nutmeg, here exude the charm of a Far East Plaza and duty-free Dempsey Hill
is now a bustling thoroughfare bordered by over 20 glitzy Formerly military barracks during
pepper and fruit forgotten era and many works shopping paradise DFS Galleria.

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Four-Hour Tours Meidi-Ya. built here in the 1980s.

THE SINGAPORE RIVER Hour 3

Stepping into Miramar Hotel,
River View Hotel, Furama
Riverfront or Copthorne
After Clarke Quay comes
Kings is like a nostalgic step
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25 years into Singapores
the river which has flourished
past. Saving the best for
Cuba Libre in recent years. Classy bars
last, you arrive at the icon of
and restaurants like Brussels
the river is the first stop before Singaporean nightlife, Zouk.
Sprouts, Brasserie Wolf, Tivoli
the hundreds of bars and After two decades, Zouk
Beer Bar and En Grill & Bar
restaurants in this honeycomb continues to define what it
share the space with several
of life. Visiting Clarke Quay means to party in Singapore
boutique hotels. A massive
is like a whirlwind world tour, and its been rated as one of
courtyard area here informally
with tastes from around the the top clubs in the world.
called Arena or Stadium is
globe within easy reach. Have
where football fans gather to
a single malt Scotch whisky > Festivals by the River
watch games broadcast on huge
at Highlander, a kebab at
screens. Inland from the river
Marrakesh Moroccan Lounge
are Unity Street and Mohamed
and Bar, a mojito at Cuba
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nightlife scene. The
and in many ways is responsible for the birth of modern Circular Road Running behind some craft beer
Boat Quay, its a great place for area now exudes an
Singapore. It was on its banks that Sir Stamford Raffles landed at Brewerkz or
cheap local eats and more bars. arty vibe with the likes
in 1819, setting in motion Singapores transformation. Today, the Funan DigitaLife Mall - A one
dance the night Mid-Autumn Festival
of the Singapore Tyler
Singapore River forms part of the Marina Reservoir, storing a vital stop destination for all your tech away at one of Mid-Autumn Festival
Print Institute and the

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water supply for the country. All along its meandering path are places and IT needs. the areas many Celebrated in September,
Hong Lim Park Singapores own
Singapore Repertory installations from Chinese
that celebrate Singapores past, and showcase its present and future. nightclubs. Adrenaline
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Speakers Corner even featured Theatre. mythology adorn the riverbanks.

Hour 1
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Passing under one of Singapores
tallest buildings, the UOB
junkies can be launched Singapore River Buskers Festival
Singapore. Beyond that is the as a pitstop in Season 16 of The
skyward on the G-Max Each November, local buskers
Anderson Bridge, another
Amazing Race!
Reverse Bungee. Across
Hour 4 display their sometimes odd but
colonial-era bridge which forms the Ord Bridge is Liang always creative and entertaining
now occupied by some of the Towards the end of the
part of FORMULA ONEs Court, famous for
talents.
countrys favourite bars and Brussels Sprouts Singapore River, you come
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Four-Hour Tours Ann Siang Hill Just off from

CHINATOWN South Bridge Road, this hillock is

a local Bohemian hangout, home
to speciality boutiques, niche
bookstores and designer hotels.
Duxton Hill An eclectic mix
of bars, restaurants and retail
outlets occupy this alcove.
Far East Square Classy bars and
restaurants abound in this area
Chinatown Heritage Centre
close to Raffles Place.

Hour 3 Museum. This majestic Tang hawker centre culture. Around

Make a left on Smith Street and
take some time to visit a TCM
shop like Mei Guo Ginseng
or Vitatron & Medical Co to
sample some medicinal teas.
Dynasty-inspired temple the corner, up Kadayanallur
complex houses a relic said Street and Ann Siang Road, is
to be a tooth from Buddha. a winding, covered walkway-
Continuing towards the cum-staircase thatll take you
end of South Bridge Road, down to Amoy and Telok Ayer
you arrive at Maxwell Food Streets. On the latter, youll find

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> Chinatowns Festivals
remains , in many ways, unchanged from its early days. Chinese New Year The streets Li-Hong Jade to have a look excellent Singaporean street Temple, one of Singapores
Traditions and centuries-old practices still flourish here glow with dazzling displays of at some breathtaking pieces food. Settle down for a few oldest places of worship.
in shophouse-lined streets that bustle with activity. With good multi-coloured lights and play of jade jewellery. Turn left beers and soak in our unique
host to cultural performances onto Chinatowns main road,
food, spectacular sights, an air of vibrancy and rich heritage at
and street bazaars in January or
every turn, Chinatown is one of Singapores most visited places. South Bridge Road, and head NE5
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Four-Hour Tours Selegie Road and Prinsep Street

Little India Specialist malls, distinctive bars

and al fresco restaurants line the
streets close to the city.
Mount Emily An oasis on a hillock
where youll find the highly-rated
restaurant Wild Rocket.
Old School An arts,
entertainment and design hub
on a former school campus, head
Muthus Curry Thaipusam here to soak in the creativity.

Road and Veerasamy
Road is the striking Sri
Veeramakaliamman Temple,
dedicated to the goddess
Kali. If you head onto Cuff
Road at the next junction, you
can have a traditional fortune
telling session with Mr.
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple Deepavali Muniyappan and his psychic
assistant, Mani the parakeet,
market, a hawker centre Street and you arrive at
and numerous shops selling Singapores most prominent
various wares. backpacker district. Other
than cheap places to stay,
Hour 4 youll find many hole-in-the-
wall bars which are perfect
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Serangoon Road to reach day of walking. Theres the
Little India Arcade, a historic authentically Aussie Prince
complex selling textiles, of Wales, the Spanish flavour

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> Little Indias Festivals
India offers a snapshot of life as it is on the streets of Deepavali As part of the 2010 FIFA World Cup for you associate with India. old west hospitality of The
New Delhi and Mumbai. Smells of curry powder, incense the Festival of Lights each predicting the outcome of Go with the flow of traffic, CountrySide Inn.
and perfume fill the air as thousands of people from all walks of November, Serangoon Road and
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Four-Hour Tours a household name in the
Turning right on Beach Road, Singaporean live music scene,
KAMPONG GLAM back towards Bugis MRT Blu Jaz Caf, for some pub
Station, you can explore two of grub, excellent music and an
Kampong Glams fascinating extensive bar menu. You can
Royal Fabrics
laneways. On Haji Lane youll even pay tribute to Singapores
find local boutiques like Loft roots as a fishing village by
& Public, Pluck, Dulcetfig and picking up some fishing tackle
Hour 3
Know It Nothing selling an at Anglers Outfitter.
Backtrack down Baghdad array of contemporary, quirky
Street, passing by its coffee garments and accessories.
Haji Lanes cafs are a mix of >Unexpected Finds in
shops and shops selling
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textiles, handicrafts and shisha joints like Mosi Caf
ethnic products, and you and chill-out spots like Going
end up back at Arab Street. Om where you can stop for
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started out as a village occupied by the Malay upper-class. Iluma This snazzy mall with
fabric outlets. Take your time
It was assigned to the Malay and Arab communities in its multimedia faade and Fika Caf
distinctive dining options is a to browse the traditional
1822 and part of it was set aside for the Sultan of Johor. Kampong Fika Caf At the junction of
pleasure to visit. threads of Ali Baba Fabrics, Arab Street and Beach Road
Glam remains a central place for Singapores Malay and Muslim
Bugis Village Shops selling Royal Fabrics and Sheila & is the areas most interesting
communities and in recent years the area has attracted hipsters, clothes, mobile phone Co, then stop for a strong cultural blend: a halal Swedish
backpackers and people from all walks of life. accessories and various wares in eatery.
a chaotic bazaar.
but smooth cup of coffee as
Knockout Gear Amid the
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areas tranquility, you can pick
1928. It is revered as one of at Caf Le Caire. The caf is up some mixed martial arts

KAMPONG GLAM
Get off at Bugis MRT Station Singapores oldest and most an institution in the area and (MMA) gear at this shop on
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and head out Exit B to end important mosques. a hub for all things Arabian, Haji Lane.
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EAST COAST PARK and katong

SKI360 Tanjong Katong

Hour 3 Hour 4 and the laksa (a spicy noodle

soup) at 328 Katong Laksa,
Continuing on your way, you Take the underpass beside and classy modern cafes like
reach Marine Cove, the heart Playground @ Big Splash and Temptations. Finish off your
of activity at East Coast Park. walk through Katong Park to evening with a beer and some
Bars here like Scruffy Murphys Tanjong Katong Road. Once rocking live music at 57 Chevy
and The Beach Hut are some of youre there, hop on bus service inside Katong Village, and have
East Coast Park the countrys favourite watering 30, which will take you onto dinner at 126 Coffee Shop.
holes. With everything from fast East Coast Road. Alight after

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lush beach park running about 15 kilometres along > Around the Corner food to fine dining, retail outlets, Ceylon Road. Just down Ceylon
Singapores southeastern shoreline, East Coast Park Joo Chiat Road - Lined with bars, pushcart stalls, bicycle and Road is the revered Sri Senpaga
is hugely popular with Singaporeans of all ages. It is a eateries, spas and provision
skate rental, and a bowling alley, Vinayagar Temple. From here,
shops, Joo Chiat exemplifies > Sports at East Coast Park
place to jog, cycle, skate, eat, have a barbecue and camp for a Marine Cove offers the best of youll begin to see Katongs
Katongs blend of old and new.

EAST COAST and katong

night with views of the Singapore Straits. Katong meanwhile is East Coast Park in one place. The colourful Peranakan-themed
Parkway Parade - A classic
a charming old neighbourhood where Peranakan and Eurasian suburban mall which is the bookend to East Coast Park is shophouses and its Peranakan
influences can be seen in its architecture and food. biggest shopping centre in the Playground @ Big Splash which heritage can be found at Katong
ITINERARIES

Hour 1
Hop on bus service 196
from Suntec City Mall or 197
from outside St. Andrews
Cathedral in the city and
alight at Laguna Park
condominium.
Follow Siglap
Link around
the back of the condominium,
take the underpass beneath
the East Coast Parkway, and
youll arrive at East Coast
Park, right by the SKI360
cable ski park. Thrill-seekers
can water-ski or wakeboard
in a loop around a manmade
lagoon towed by an overhead
cable. To the west of the cable
ski park is the famed East
Coast Lagoon Food Village
area.
Geylang Serai Market - A typical
Singaporean wet market where
you can find fresh produce and
excellent Malay food.
collection of Singapores most
famous seafood restaurants
including Jumbo, Long
Beach and No Signboard at
East Coast Seafood Centre.
Past the holiday chalets
of Goldkist Beach Resort,
OSIM Singapore
sits on the site of a former water Antique House and Rumah International Triathlon
theme park. Restaurants, fast Bebe. East Coast Road is also OSIM Singapore International
Triathlon Held annually
food outlets and coffee joints home to classic eateries offering
in April, Singapores biggest
occupy the Playground, together local specialities
triathlon attracts some of the
with the ultra-chic garden like Kim regions best competitors.
gastrobar 1 TwentySix and Choo Kueh The Singapore Open
LilliPutt, a minigolf course where Chang Windsurfing Championship
Held early each year since 1980,
all 18 holes are modelled after a
it is the regions best known
Singaporean landmark or icon.
windsurfing competition.
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Marina Bay

Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay Fountain of Wealth Helix Bridge

resembles the tropical fruit, Hour 4 > Coming Soon to

the Esplanade has hosted
world-class performers while
providing a stage for local
talents to shine. At the back
Singapore Skyline
of the Esplanade along Raffles
One Fullerton Merlion Park Marina Barrage
Avenue are several malls close
Marina Bay
Backtrack to the futuristic
Helix Bridge and cross
the bay to the Marina Bay
Sands complex. Complete
the circuit of Marina Bay by
Gardens by the Bay
walking along the Waterfront

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to City Hall MRT Station. This series of three stunning
nce a basin where the Singapore River spilled into the > Around the Corner Promenade, enjoying the waterfront gardens will be
Singapore Strait, Marina Bay began life as reclaimed land Behind them on Temasek
Marina Bay Golf Course numerous art installations and ready by the end of 2011.
in the 1970s. Back then bumboats and Chinese junks Fancy a quick round with
Boulevard are the Suntec
the Marina Bay City Gallery Asia Square
were often seen anchored in the bays calm waters. The vast unbeatable views of the city? Singapore International Part office, hotel, mall and open
on the way. Beyond are the
expanses of open land in the area made it a centre for recreation.
You can even play at night Convention & Exhibition public space, it will open in
beneath floodlights. Marina Bay Financial Centre,
The Marina Bay of today began to take shape in the early 2000s, Centre and Suntec City Mall, 2011/12.
the luxury condominium The
with the opening of the Fullerton Hotel in 2001, the unveiling of home to the worlds largest Marina Coastal Expressway
Sail@Marina Bay, and other
the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay in 2002, and the relocation fountain, the Fountain of Running 20 metres beneath the
spectacular new buildings that seabed, this new expressway

MARINA BAY
Wealth.
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of our national icon, the Merlion, to Merlion Park that same year. make up the New Downtown. will serve the Marina Bay area
Since then, the area has seen a comprehensive transformation. Marina Barrage from 2013.
Marina Bay Sands, The Float @ Marina Bay, the Singapore Flyer
The dam which turned Marina Bay Hour 3
into a freshwater reservoir is a great FOUNTAINOFWEALTH
and Marina Barrage have all opened within the last five years, place for education and recreation. Back out on the waterfront SUNTECSINGAPORE
and the area now plays host to the FORMULA ONE night race Marina South Pier youll see The Float @ Marina INTERNATIONAL
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every September. It was also the site of the opening and closing EXHIBITIONCENTRE

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ceremonies of the inaugural Youth Olympic Games in 2010. to Singapores Southern Islands. stage. This 30,000-seat venue
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and walk towards the now stand proudly alongside @MARINABAY

through the grandstand. Rising HELIX

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waterfront; youll arrive at new developments The The Esplanade Bridge

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to a variety of nightlife and famous Merlion offers a great performing arts venue.
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stunning views of the island EW14

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FULLERTON WATERFRONT

dining venues. The old photo opportunity. Crossing the Nicknamed The Durian
MALACCASTREET RAFFLESPLACE BAYHOTEL PROMENADE

and the waters that surround it. Hour 1

Customs House, Esplanade Bridge you get a view because of its spiky TREE
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The Merlion
Clifford Pier, of the whole Marina Bay area, domes which many think CUSTOMS MARINABAY
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MARINA BAY SANDS

Waku Ghin Ku D Ta

experience like no other. Shoppes home along with a Entertainment

Once the day turns to night,
the stars come out to play as
Ku D Ta transforms into a
club offering an unparalleled
Marina Bay Sands nightspot experience. Visit
Rasapura Masters for a
Ferrari Store and local outfit
Kwanpen. For a classic Sands
experience, you can take a
Sampan Ride through The
Shoppes.
The life of the Sands
Theater kicked off with a
rousing run of the legendary
Riverdance in December
2010, and 2011 will see many

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Attractions more anticipated events
mbodying glitz and glamour, Marina Bay Sands has come to be a symbol of Singapores rise spread of delicious regional hosted there. First up is the
as one of the worlds premier travel destinations. Spearheading the changes in Singapores The Sands SkyPark is one of
street fare in a premium food first long-running Broadway
New Downtown and towering over the Marina Bay area, it is one of the worlds most the worlds largest cantilevers
court setting. musical in Southeast Asia,
iconic buildings, and among its most audacious. Las Vegas Sands Corp owns some of the and offers breathtaking views
the stage production of

MARINA BAY SANDS

worlds most famous properties, and Marina Bay Sands captures the essence of the reputation of the world below from 200
Shopping metres in the air. Among its the classic film The Lion
that comes with the Sands name. An exhilarating shopping
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landscaped gardens, you King. Still running on

Dining
The celebrity chef restaurant
list at Marina Bay Sands
reads like a whos who of the
culinary world. American chef
Mario Batali embraces his
Italian heritage at Pizzeria
and Osteria Mozza and
Wolfgang Pucks world-
famous CUT redefines
the American steakhouse
experience. French-
American delights
abound at
Daniel
Bouluds
DB
Bistro
Mario Batali
Moderne and Santi
Santamarias Santi crafts
minimalist yet sophisticated
Catalan cuisine. Enjoy the
ultra-modern and ultra-
fine European-influenced
Japanese classics of Tetsuya
Wakudas Waku Ghin, and be
captivated by the exquisite
nouvelle cuisine of Guy
Savoy. Theres also Sky on
57, helmed by Singaporean
celebrity chef Justin Quek,
serving classic Asian fare.
Rising above a spread of
quick bites and casual
eateries, Ku D Ta atop the
Sands SkyPark provides
an up-in-the-clouds dining
experience waits at ultra Broadway after 13 years,
> Marina Bay Sands can also have one of the
sophisticated The Shoppes and in Londons West End
Skating Rink most thrilling experiences in
at Marina Bay Sands. after 11 years, it will finally
Singaporeans and visitors Singapore by swimming in
Brands like Burberry, Cartier, arrive in Singapore in March
alike will now be able its infinity pool, the worlds
to put on a pair of Chanel, Louis Vuitton, 2011. Nightlife lovers who
largest elevated outdoor pool.
skates and go for a Salvatore Ferragamo, have been waiting
spin in the middle of
The stunning lotus-
Stefano Ricci and Yves eagerly for the
the tropics. Located shaped ArtScience
Saint Laurent call The opening of
at the heart of The Museum at
Shoppes at Marina Bay Marina Bay megaclubs
Sands, the 600-square metre
Sands is waiting
Avalon and
skating rink is comparable in size to
in the wings Pangaea
the legendary ice-rink at Rockefeller
to become the will have
Center in New York City. Using a
top-of-the-line synthetic surface countrys premier to wait no
to produce the closest skating destination for
The Lion King more in 2011
experience to real ice, the rink will
touring exhibitions. as they take their
allow for a hundred skaters to twirl
Encompassing art, science, places in the dazzling
around at any one time and enjoy
technology, design and Crystal Pavilion floating on
the thrills of world-class skating.
Skates are available for rental and architecture, the Museums the waters of Marina Bay.
the skating rink opens daily from
unique roof collects rainwater
10am-10pm.
Sampan Ride at Marina Bay Sands to create an indoor waterfall.

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SENTOSA

Tiger Sky Tower Wave House Sentosa

statue of The Merlion or get
another view from above at the
Tiger Sky Tower.
Hour 3
At the western edge of Sentosa
is Siloso Point, where the
only restored coastal artillery
Palawan Beach battery in Singapore, Fort Siloso,
stands. Take time to explore
a chance to take a travelator
through a massive oceanarium
and even swim with dolphins.
Hour 4
Heading south from Siloso
Point, you will come to
Sentosas white sandy by land.
beaches where the countrys
biggest parties have
House Sentosa where you
can surf the FlowBarrel and
FlowRider sheet waves by
the sands of Siloso Beach. The
cape past Tanjong Beach is
also the southernmost point
of continental Asia reachable
> Sentosas Parties

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entosa means peace and tranquility in Malay. It holds a ZoukOut Asias ultimate dance
> Around the Corner the compound filled with been held. Siloso
music festival is held annually in
pivotal position overlooking Keppel Harbour and military St James Power Station A historic relics and Beach, Palawan early December on Siloso Beach.
facilities were built there from the 1880s onwards. The former power station which now head underground Beach and Tanjong Siloso Beach Party A great
island was later the headquarters of the Royal Artillery during charges up Singapores nightlife
to traverse its Beach are home way to welcome in the New
scene with an array of outlets in
World War II. Its development as a holiday island began in the tunnels. The world to Singapores Year and dance till dawn on 31
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one massive complex.

sentosa
1970s and today, it is Singapores foremost leisure isle with December/1 January each year.
VivoCity Singapores biggest famous Underwater fun-loving
Sentosa Spooktacular This
numerous exciting, fun-filled attractions, resorts, facilities and mall has enough shops to keep World Singapore is a beach culture. annual frightfest brings the
amenities for all ages. It really is Asias Favourite Playground. you busy for days. stones throw away from The adventurous chills of Halloween to the island
Singapore Cruise Centre Take
the Fort, and offers visitors will enjoy Wave each October.
a ferry across to the Indonesian
Hour 1 more than 100 metres above
islands Batam and Bintan, or
Fort Siloso

There are many ways into Keppel Harbour. For a truly

Sentosa; shuttle buses, the
monorail, walking or driving
across the gateway, but for the
ultimate scenic route, cable
cars are the only way to go.
Head out of HarbourFront
MRT Station and take a
scenic trek up Mount Faber
on Temenggong Road.
Surrounded by lush greenery
and enveloped by the sounds
of nature, youll find your way
to The Jewel Box. The recently
revamped Jewel Cable Car
Ride takes visitors to Sentosa
special treat, you can even
make the journey on board a
luxurious 7-star Swarovski-
encrusted VIP cabin.
Hour 2
As you approach Sentosa, take
a look at its eastern half to
see the world-class Serapong
and Tanjong Courses of the
Sentosa Golf Club, which have
hosted the Barclays Singapore
Open and the Asian Tour. The
cable cars arrive on Sentosa
at the Imbiah Lookout, close
cruise up north to Malaysia.
to the majority of Sentosas
attractions. You can visit
the Butterfly Park & Insect
Kingdom, take a look into the
past at Images of Singapore,
get your thrills on the zipline
at MegaZip Adventure Park,
experience Sentosa 4D
Magix, speed down
a hill at Skyline Luge
Sentosa,
see the
towering

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RESORTs WORLD SENTOSA

Resorts World Sentosa

T
he island of Sentosa has always been associated with the and Scott Websters OSIA puts countless visitors with its while spreading a message of
pursuit of pleasure with its exciting attractions, stylish an eclectic spin on Australian exciting rides like Jurassic conservation and the need to
bars, restaurants and lovely beaches. The opening of standards. Park Rapids Adventure, take care of our environment.

resorts world sentosa

Resorts World Sentosa last year has taken this fun-filled WaterWorld,
reputation up another notch. With its 5-star hotels, world-
Shopping Battlestar
Entertainment
Guests at Resorts World With the theatrical
class celebrity chef restaurants, luxe designer boutiques and Galactica,
ITINERARIES

Sentosa will be spoilt for circus spectacular

the thrilling theme park that is Universal Studios Singapore,
Resorts World Sentosa truly offers something for all ages.
Dining
Over 60 dining outlets can be
found within Resorts World
Sentosa. In addition to trying
local seafood favourites at
Singapore Seafood Republic
you can enjoy the fine Italian
cuisine of Palio,
Brazilian flame grilled
meats at Fiesta
and American
backyard classics
at Chilis Grill
& Bar. Resorts
Fiesta
World Sentosa also
features an impressive cast
of celebrity chef restaurants.
French maestro Jol Robuchon,
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whose restaurants around the
world have gained him over
26 Michelin stars, has two
outlets opening in early 2011:
Jol Robuchon Restaurant and
LAtelier de Jol Robuchon.
Channelling the intricacies
of Japanese art into his
cuisine, dining at
Master Chef Kunio
Tokuokas self-
titled restaurant is a
lesson in Japanese
culture and history.
Chinois by Susur Lee
weaves an intricate tapestry
and modern interpretation of
Chinese and French cuisine,
choice with the opulent
array of retail experiences on
offer. Besides being home to
the first and only Victorias
Secret store outside the US
and the Chihuly Gallery,
where you can find a wide
selection of unique glassware
by world famous American
artist Dale Chihuly, Resorts
World Sentosa boasts luxury
brands like Bulgari, Canali,
Damiani, Jimmy Choo,
Rolex, Versace and Vertu.
Attractions
Some of Singapores best
and newest attractions have
a home at Resorts World
Sentosa. Universal Studios
Singapore has already thrilled
Revenge of
Voyage de la Vie
the Mummy Universal Studios Singapore
making its home
and Shrek 4-D > Universal Studios
Voyage de la Vie at Festive Grand
Adventure. Singapore
and the cutting edge
Coming soon, The One of the biggest
Crane Dance drawing
Maritime Experiential draws of Resorts World
crowds of admirers along the
Museum & Aquarium Sentosa is the Universal
WaterFront, Resorts World
showcases the history of Studios Singapore theme
Sentosa has quickly
the Maritime Silk Road and park, which comes
become a site
Singapores longstanding packed with attractions
for big events.
importance as a trading specially designed for
Its Compass
post. The highlight of the Singapore. Capture
Ballroom
museum is a massive a slice of Hollywood
has hosted
multimedia theatre movie magic at this
Asias biggest
which recreates a voyage world renowned leisure
Compass Ballroom mixed martial
to Arabia. The Marine
arts competition
attraction boasting live
Life Park will be one of the entertainment spanning
Martial Combat, in
worlds largest oceanariums seven thematic worlds.
addition to being a venue for
and offers visitors a chance to
concerts by a diverse range of
get up close with its resident
international artists.
creatures from the deep
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Special Focus
architectural tour
The Fullerton Bay Hotel
S
ince its founding in 1819, Singapore has not stopped
changing. Fortunately, many links to our past have
been protected for us and for future generations. These
architectural marvels chart Singapores progress from a fishing
village to a colonial outpost to one of the worlds great cities.
ITINERARIES
Tiong Bahru
The Shophouse
In almost every historical
alcove in Singapore, youll
find rows of shophouses.
Endemic to Southeast Asia,
shophouses are exactly what
they sound like. Ground
floors of these buildings
were, and are still, shops
selling everything imaginable,
with the upper floors being
residential quarters. Covered
walkways or five foot ways
are a unique element of local
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shophouses, as are window
sun-shades. Shophouses
fall into five styles: Early,
First Transitional, Late,
Second Transitional and
Art Deco. See some of the
best examples of restored
century-old shophouses on
Haji Lane in Kampong Glam,
Smith Street and Bukit
Pasoh Road in Chinatown,
and Boat Quay along the
Singapore River.
The BlackandWhite
Bungalow
Instantly taking passers-by
back to the colonial era,
blackandwhite bungalows
are symbols of social status
in modern Singapore.
These houses are painted
predominantly white and
are defined by black timber
beams. Black-and-whites
symbolised the idyllic life in
the tropics that many people
dreamt of living in Singapores
days as a colony. Lush gardens
were a must, as were breezy
patios and long driveways.
Today, blackandwhites still
line Adam Road, Tanglin
Road, Dempsey Hill and
Rochester Park.
Art Deco
Art Deco drew inspiration
from the various artistic
movements of the inter-war
period (Cubism, Modernism,
Futurism and Art Nouveau)
and was influenced by the
rapid changes in the first half of
the 20th century. Tiong Bahru
is Singapores oldest public
housing estate, and one of the
best places to see this style of
architecture. Singapores other
Art Deco icons include the
regal Tanjong Pagar Railway
Station, Clifford Pier, which is
now part of the Fullerton Bay
Hotel, the old Kallang Airport,
the Asia Insurance Building on
Finlayson Green in the heart of
the Central Business District
and the Ford Motor Factory
on Upper Bukit Timah Road,
the site of the British surrender
to the Japanese during World
War II. The overhauled Cathay
Building on the southern end
of Orchard Road retains some
elements of Art Deco, in ode to
its former self.
Palladian
Inspired by the works of
Venetian architect Andrea
Palladio and reminiscent of the
temples in ancient Rome and
Greece, Palladian structures
typically have prominent
columns and intricate door
and window arches. Examples
include The Fullerton Hotel
by the Singapore River, the
Indian Muslim shrine of
Nagore Durgha on Telok Ayer
Street, the Victoria Theatre
and Concert Hall and Istana
Kampong Glam.
The Black-and-White Bungalow
Neoclassical which has stood the test of
The spectacular domes and time in the Civic District. Also
columns of neoclassicism
rose up at the end of the 18th
in the vicinity is St Josephs
Church on Victoria Street.
century. Statues, sculptures CHIJMES, on the same street,
and engravings are the is another example.
defining features of this
Feng Shui
movement. While youll spot The ancient Chinese
many neoclassical buildings aesthetics system feng shui
on a walk around the Civic (or geomancy) plays a big
District, its worth noting role in Singapores modern
that Singapore is privileged buildings. Gates skewed at
to have two bookends to angles, running water and lucky
neoclassicism. The Armenian numbers all channel positive
Church of St. Gregory the
Illuminator on Hill Street
qi, or energy. Suntec City is a
good place to see the influence
was built in 1835, at the of feng shui, evident in its
genesis of the movement, trademark Fountain of Wealth
and the Old Supreme Court and the fact that its five
by the Padang, completed buildings appear as a left hand
in 1939, is a final hurrah of when viewed from the air.
neoclassicism.
Neo-Gothic
Deeply rooted in the religious
virtues of the medieval era,
architectural tour
some of the best examples of
neo-Gothic architecture are
churches. With its towering
spires, cavernous halls and
windows adorned with stained
glass, St Andrews Cathedral
is a grand neo-Gothic church
Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall
Kampong Glam
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OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
Holland Village
W
hile the well-known and well-documented facets
of Singapore offer experiences that you will always
remember, it also pays to take a break from the tourist
trail. Singapore is full of secrets that can be uncovered with a little
bit of extra legwork.
ITINERARIES
The Changi Museum
Changi
With a rich military history
which continues to this day,
Changi is often cited as
being different from the rest
of Singapore. Things go at
their own pace here, and life
carries on much as it did in
the past, with a few modern
conveniences of course.
Memories of World War II can
be found at sites like the Johore
Battery, The Changi Museum
and the famed Changi Chapel
near Changi Prison. Changi
Village at the heart of Changi
offers much to the seasoned
traveller. Among provisions
stores and speciality shops
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selling everything from antiques
to fishing tackle, famous
Singaporean hawker dishes
can be sampled at the Changi
Village hawker centre. Changi
Beach is an ideal place to take a
walk in the evenings, where the
calm is broken only by aircraft
roaring majestically overheard
before landing at Singapore
Changi Airport.
Holland Village
With a reputation as one
of Singapores classiest
neighbourhoods, Holland
Village symbolises all the
good things in life, from simple
everyday pleasures to special
luxuries. A popular nightspot
among Singapores after-work
crowd, its alfresco bars are
packed by the time the sun
sets. Thambi Magazine Store
here stocks one of the biggest
ranges of publications in the
country, and the hawker
centre just down the road
offers many local delights and
affordable bottles of ice-cold
beer. With an international
cuisine spread and speciality
shops like the baking and
cooking hub Pantry Magic,
Holland Village is a delightful
place to spend some time.
Tiong Bahru
A quaint neighbourhood
less than a mile away from
Chinatown, Tiong Bahru is
Singapores oldest surviving
public housing estate. Built
in the 1920s and 1930s, the
walk-up flats and Art Deco
shophouses have historic,
aesthetic and economic value;
and some have been given
conservation status by the
government. In fact, two blocks
of flats have been completely
overhauled and is today the
Link Hotel, a popular landmark
in the area. Whats great about
this enclave is its easygoing
nature and its residents, a
majority of whom have lived
here for decades. Although
its being contemporised with
local and international, spas,
cafes (including the excellent
40 Hands) and boutique
hotels, it still manages to
retain an authentic, old-world
charm. Tiong Bahru is a food
destination par excellence;
end to the everyday, a myriad
head for the Tiong Bahru
Market or to one of the areas
many seafood establishments
for superb hawker fare.
Special Focus
Cruise Centre
Cultural Adventures
HarbourFront MRT Station,
located directly below
HarbourFront Centre and
VivoCity, is on our MRT
systems North East Line, with
Chinatown and Little India
only a few stops away from
the HarbourFront station. Take
in the sights, sounds, smells,
colours, history and traditions
Cruise Centre
of these two vibrant ethnic
T
he Singapore Cruise Centres International Passenger enclaves (see pages 60-63).
Terminal is capable of handling a varied range of cruise
ships, including contemporary, premium, luxury and Drink Up!
expedition ships. Indeed, on many luxurious round-the-world Within easy reach of the
voyages, Singapore is a key stop. Even if you only have a few hours Singapore Cruise Centre
to spend in Singapore while your ship docks at the cruise terminal, are many popular local
you can still experience some of the countrys highlights. Here are nightspots. St. James Power
the four great ways to spend your transit on our shores. Station next to the Sentosa
Gateway is Singapores
Shopping Spree Soak in Sentosa biggest nightclub, with nine
cruise centre
different venues housed
While the shopping paradise of Singapores island of
within a former power
Orchard Road is some distance leisure and Asias
station. Sentosas
away (see page 46), you wont playground
have to go far to satisfy your Sentosa is just Siloso Beach,
shopping needs. Adjacent to across Keppel meanwhile, is
the Singapore Cruise Centre Harbour. From home to a bevy
is HarbourFront Centre, VivoCity, you of delightful bars
boasting a diverse spread of can take a shuttle St. James Power like Caf del Mar
Station
boutiques, great food both bus or monorail, and Azzura Beach
but if youre at the Jewel Club. Nearby
beauty parlours, and a chill-out Box up on Mount Faber (see Marina at
bar. Just next to HarbourFront page 41), you can take the Keppel Bay, on
Centre is Singapores largest famed Jewel Cable Car Ride to Singapores only
mall, VivoCity. Inside are Sentosa. Once youre there, the privately-owned
fashion outlets from the high- options are endless; Resorts island, is where youll
World Sentosa, Underwater find the classy gastrobar
of dining options, speciality World Singapore, Fort Siloso Priv.
shops, a department store, a and many more exciting
supermarket and a multiplex attractions await your arrival
cinema. (see pages 72-73).
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Calendar
From culture, to arts, sports,
nightlife and entertainment
here are the years hot dates.
T
heres never a dull
moment in Singapore
because no matter what
time of the year it is, there is
sure to be an exciting event in
full swing!
> January/February
M1 Singapore Fringe
Festival 2011
5-16 Jan
This renowned festival returns
with an Art and Education
theme and an exciting lineup of
international artists this year.
With acts ranging from the
restaging of highly successful
calendar
local production Model
Citizens, a moving installation
piece by local audiovisual
collective PMP, storytelling
with the imaginative and
effective use of props and even
a scent-making presentation
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by Japanese olfactory artist
Maki Ueda, this is something
you dont want to miss.
Art Stage Singapore
12-16 Jan
The first major contemporary
art fair to open the international
art season, Art Stage Singapore
will feature over 100 top
contemporary art galleries from
the Asia Pacific region. Held at
Marina Bay Sands, this is a much
awaited platform for buyers to
spot future contemporary art
superstars before they hit the big
time. Expect quality cutting-
edge artworks and fringe art
events around Singapore, too.
To find out more, visit www.
artstagesingapore.com.
Pongal (Harvest) Festival
12-18 Jan
Pongal is the celebration of a
good harvest. It is celebrated in
Singapore to commemorate the
beginning of the Tamil month
of Thai. Join in the celebrations
with the vibrant cultural
activities and fairs happening
during the week-long festival at
Campbell Lane in Little India.
Pongal
Chinatown Chinese New
Year Celebrations
15 Jan-6 Mar
Chinatown comes alive
with decorations,
street markets and
brilliant lights in a
kaleidoscope of warm
colors this Lunar New
Year.
Thaipusam
20 Jan
Thaipusam is a highly
symbolic festival displaying
the Hindus devotion to
Lord Murugan. Witness the
carrying of milk pots and
spiked kavadis (semi-circular
metal contraptions spiked
and skewered through the
bodies of devotees) through a
4.5-kilometre walk from the Sri
Srinivasa Perumal Temple along
Serangoon Road in Little India
to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple
at Tank Road.
River Hongbao 2011
1-13 Feb
Celebrating its 25th anniversary
in 2011, River Hongbao will have
a theme revolving around the
Year of the Rabbit at the Float
@Marina Bay. Catch cultural
performances by groups from
China , the region and the
Singapore Chinese Orchestra
as well as enjoy delectable local
and overseas food treats against
the backdrop of the Marina Bay
skyline.
Huayi - Chinese Festival
of the Arts 2011
4-13 Feb
Absorb our diverse talents
in music, theatre and dance
through this 10-day annual arts
festival. Chinese artists from all
over the world will showcase
breathtaking performances
spanning traditional and
HSBC Womens
contemporary genres of the arts
in a diverse and entertaining
programme. Expect the likes
of Hong Kongs Edward Lam
Dance Theatre and the National
Theatre of China among others.
Chingay Parade
Singapore
11-12 Feb
One of the most exciting
Chinese New Year celebrations
in Singapore, the Chingay Parade
The Lion King
features an array of resplendent
floats, costumes and multi-
cultural performances enjoyed
by locals and tourists alike.
NOISE Singapore
17 Feb-7 Mar
For the past couple of years,
the Noise Festival has been
actively unearthing creative
talents under the age of 35 and
moulding them into success
stories with professional
training and media exposure.
This year is no different,
except that the competition
gets livelier with a new line-up
including a festival showcase
and outdoor concerts.
participation events, charity
Championship 2011
24-27 Feb
Watch the best
female golfers in
action on the lush
Garden Course of
Singapores Tanah
Merah Country Club
for the fourth edition
of the HSBC Womens
Championship.
The Lion King
Chingay
> March/April
The Lion King
3 Mar-31 May
Marina Bay Sands proudly
presents the Southeast Asian
premiere of The Lion King.
Dont miss this spectacular
world renowned production
thatll capture your imagination
and thrill your senses.
OCBC Cycle Singapore
2011
4-6 Mar
OCBC Cycle Singapore 2011
offers different categories of
races, suitable for participants
of all age groups and fitness
levels, including mass and team
rides, kids and tricycle races. A
competitive field of 65 world-
class professional cyclists
will compete under
calendar
a breathtaking
floodlit track in
the heart of the
city.
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 Mosaic Music Festival
2011
11-20 Mar
One of Singapores biggest
and most anticipated music
festivals, the Mosaic Music
Festival features a stunning
range of award-winning
musicians and up-and-coming
chart toppers from all over the
world, with an eclectic mix of
music across genres from hip
hop to rock, blues and soul
to jazz and electronica. The
festivals All Star Jam also
sees international performers
jamming with local musicians,
kicking the rhythm up a notch.
This years lineup include
bass luminary Charlie Haden,
American indie-group The
National, French electronica-
tango Gotan Project, post-rock
pioneers Tortoise, indie-folk
singer Joanna Newsom, British
singer-songwriter Ed Harcourt
and more.
Singapore Biennale 2011
13 Mar15 May
The Singapore Biennale is
one of the most eagerly
anticipated highlights on the
local art calendar. Themed
Open House, the 2011
event presents the latest
calendar
Mosaic Music Festival - Joanna Newsom
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developments in contemporary
visual culture - particularly
Southeast Asian art -
featuring 63 artists of diverse
nationalities. Exciting highlights
include Tatzu Nishis creation
of a luxurious hotel room
around the Merlion and Rafael
Lozano Hemmers large scale
interactive light installation.
To find out more, visit www.
singaporebiennale.org.
Aviva Ironman 70.3
Singapore Triathlon
20 Mar
Singapore will witness
triathlon at its best, as the
internationally renowned
Ironman 70.3 series returns.
Fashion Season @
Orchard 2011
25 Mar-8 May
Fashion Season @ Orchard
is a fashion extravaganza
showcasing the beauty,
art and multi-facets of the
Spring/Summer fashion
collections, presented
by the biggest labels
from more than 50 flagship
stores and 30 shopping malls
along Orchard Road, as they
unveil their Spring/Summer
collections. This six-week
celebration of fashion is built in 881 The popular Childrens of world-class collections by
with a host of fashion shopping 15 Apr-1 May Season is back to top international designers and
and lifestyle experiences and This zany Mandarin musical inspire, engage and labels; and Star Creation, a
activities - fashion styling is a theatrical adaption of educate children fashion design competition to
workshops, beauty pampering the hit 2007 local film of the through experiential spot budding talent.
events, fashion shows, same name by theatre group and interactive
parties, photography forum/ museum exhibitions
Singapore Arts Festival
Toy Factory Productions. The
exhibitions, eye-catching story revolves around two and programming 2011
runway events, contests and at more than 13 May5 Jun
childhood friends who aspire
shopping privileges. to become getai (stage 20 museums Themed I Want to
performances during local including National Museum Remember, the Singapore
OCBC Titanium Presents Arts Festival in 2011 seeks the
festivals) performers. of Singapore, Singapore Art
Timbre Rock & Roots Museum and Mint Museum reconnection to memories,
2011 World Gourmet Summit histories and places that we
of Toys.
15 -16 Apr 26 Apr-7 May have long forgotten. Told
OCBC Titanium Presents The ultimate indulgence for Asia Fashion Exchange through sights and sounds, I
Timbre Rock & Roots returns foodies and epicureans alike, 12-22 May Want to Remember engages
to the Marina Promenade the World Gourmet Summit Asia Fashion Exchange (AFX) is with a past that redefines the
with a spectacular line-up of 2011 returns with its dazzling an initiative aimed at developing way we look at the present
artists. The inaugural festival showcase of gastronomic the long-term sustainability of even as we race towards the
in 2010 featured a host of mastery, featuring the skills Singapores fashion industry by future. This years festival sees
world-class musicians and cuisine of Michelin and building capability and profiling the return of the Festival Village
and Grammy Awards award-winning masterchefs local talent on an international at the Esplanade Park, where it
winners such as Buddy from Singapore and all over platform to establish Singapores plays host to a number of free
Guy, The Fray, Gipsy the world. Be a part of its standing as Asias fashion and ticketed programmes of
Kings, Jools Holland star-studded line-up of gateway. AFX returns for the the Festival. A key component
And His Rhythm & events, including its signature 2nd year and includes events of the Festival Village is also the
Blues Orchestra, Chefs Table Luncheons, for both trade professionals and very first Kids Arts Village, an
Orquesta Buena Vista intimate and educational consumers, featuring events experience curated, performed
Social Club, among Culinary Masterclasses and such as Blueprint, a trade show and managed by children
others. Visit www. special themed dinners. designed to be an international for children. Therell also be
rockandroots.com.sg for platform based in Asia; Asia a whole range of com.mune
2011s artist line-up. > May/June
Fashion Summit, a business activities the participation
Childrens Season 2011 networking conference for over arm of the Festival to get you
1 May- 30 Jun 200 industry professionals; Audi geared up for the Festival.
Fashion Season @ Orchard 2011 Fashion Festival, a showcase
calendar
Singapore Biennale 2011 - Rafael Lozano Hemmers World Gourmet Summit Singapore Arts Festival
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 Singapore International Racing Festival,
Singapore International Airlines Cup,
KrisFlyer International Sprint
Singapore International
Racing Festival,
Singapore International
Airlines Cup, KrisFlyer
International Sprint
16-24 May
Organised by the Singapore
Turf Club, the Singapore
International Racing Festival
(SIRF) will be held with the
regions richest races - the
S$3 million Singapore Airlines
International Cup and the S$1
million KrisFlyer International
Sprint, sponsored by Singapore
Airlines. SIRF is the premier
racing festival that attracts the
worlds top owners, jockeys
and trainers to Singapore, with
strong interest from major
horseracing countries including
Australia, Japan, Europe, Hong
Kong, just to name a few.
Great Singapore Sale
27 May-24Jul
This is a shopping bonanza like
calendar
no others. During the Great
Singapore Sale (GSS) shoppers
get to enjoy a slew of sales at
up to 70% discount at malls,
boutiques and department
stores throughout the country
and it goes on for a full two
months. There will be a raft
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of exciting offers, late-night
shopping and a host of exciting
perks. Whats more, tourists
will be able to stretch their
dollar further with the GSS
Tourist Privilege Card, which
will give even more shopping
privileges and discounts! Log
on to www.greatsingaporesale.
com to download your card
and to find out more.
Sundown Marathon
28 May
If theres something more
exciting than witnessing
the city light up in the night,
its watching it alongside
thousands of people
participating in this one-of-
its-kind night marathon in
the region the Sundown
Marathon. This unique event
provides runners a great
opportunity to explore the
lesser known heartlands
of Singapore, including the
Tampines and Siglap areas, in
the cool of the night.
OSIM Singapore
International Triathlon
18-19 Jun
One of Singapores best
known home-grown
triathlons, this thrilling
Singapore HeritageFest
annual challenge held at the
scenic East Coast Park sees
athletes from all walks of life
participating in a 1.5km swim,
a 40km cycling race and
10km run.
Li-Ning Singapore Open
Jun
The Li-Ning Singapore Open
is Singapores top badminton
tournament featuring top
shuttlers from around the
world. A part of the Super
Series events organised by the
Badminton World Federation,
this is where more than 200
players battle for prize money
totalling US$200,000 and
valuable world ranking points.
> July/August
World Netball
Championships 2011
3-10 Jul
Watch the worlds best
netball teams, such as world
champions Australia and
top teams like New Zealand,
Jamaica and England, in action
and show your support for the
Asian nations like Malaysia,
Sri Lanka and Singapore. Be a
spectator and witness them vie
for the coveted championship
Night Festival
spot in this world-class
ineternational event.
Singapore Food Festival
15-24 Jul
With the theme curry and
spice this year, not only can
you sample dishes and drinks
inspired by spices and our
culture and heritage during
the 10-day festival, you can
also have the opportunity to
pick up some culinary tips
to recreate some Singapore
magic back home!
Night Festival
16-17 Jul
Affirming Singapores
active and vibrant
night scene,
prominent museums
like the National Museum,
Singapore Art Museum,
The Peranakan Museum
and more will open their
doors again this year
into the wee hours of the
night, complemented by a
groundbreaking showcase of
music and theatre. The revelry
will also spill into some of the
countrys more notable art
spaces, including SMU Green
and The Substation. So be
sure to drop by!
National Day
Singapore HeritageFest
16-31 Jul
The Singapore HeritageFest
celebrates and raises
awareness of Singapores
multicultural heritage. Look
out for more than 200 exciting
performances, exhibitions and
activities held island-wide,
bringing heritage, culture and
the arts closer to the people.
Hari Raya
Celebrations
Jul-31 Aug
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
is a joyous
celebration of
the end of the
Ramadan (when
Muslims observe
abstinence from
food from sunrise to sundown
for a whole month). During
Ramadan, Geylang Serai,
the Malay cultural district of
Singapore, is filled with festive
cheer and mouthwatering
flavours at its street food
bazaars. On the eve of Hari
Raya, the excitement goes up
a notch, with brilliant lights,
decorations and colourful
cultural events lining its streets.
Hungry Ghost Festival
31 Jul-29 Aug
The Chinese believe that during
the seventh month of the lunar
calendar, hungry souls are
released from the spirit world
and allowed to roam the earth
freely. During this time, joss
sticks and lifestyle products
made from paper-mache are
burnt as offerings to appease
the spirits and keep bad luck
away. To witness this festival,
visit Chinatown and watch
a getai performance, which
involves singing, storytelling
of ancient myths and legends
on a makeshift stage, with
boisterous acting and vivacious
traditional costumes. Just be
sure not to sit in the front row
because the seats there are
reserved for the souls!
National Day
9 Aug
Celebrate with us as Singapore
turns a year older and in style. Be
calendar
sure to position yourself where
you can catch the dazzling
display of fireworks or even a
glimpse of our glittering floats,
accompanied by spectacular
formations by local arts groups
and performing artistes.
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19-21 Aug
Singapores largest alternative
music event celebrates its 10th
anniversary this year, with yet
another adrenaline-pumping
line-up of performances at the
Esplanade. Its aim this year is to
rock without reservations, as it
showcases the countrys latest
up-and-coming indie, rock,
punk and electronic bands. So
make sure you dont miss the
party - you never know what
gems you might find.
TIME Singapore 2011
25-28 Aug
Uncover the finest treasures of
time at Singapores first-ever
mega watch retail showcase
featuring the best in the world
of watches. The 4-day grand
affair presents the latest watch
collections; limited edition
timepieces; luxury, jewellery,
fashion and sport watches, and
everything in between. Dont
miss the exciting activities,
promotions and contests this
festival has to offer. Experience
TIME Singapore 2011 at Marina
Bay Sands Expo and Convention
Center.
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Singfest
Aug
Singfest has become the
biggest rock and pop festival
in Singapore, attracting over
17,000 music fans to watch
some of the worlds biggest
acts. Singfest 2010 witnessed
show-stopping performances
over three days by international
superstars Katy Perry, Kanye
West, The Smashing Pumpkins,
Tokio Hotel, Wonder Girls,
Thirty Seconds To Mars, and
many others. Expect an equally
stunning line-up at this highly
anticipated outdoor music
festival this year!
> September/October
2011 FORMULA 1
SINGTEL SINGAPORE
GRAND PRIX
23-25 Sep
Singapores most exciting and
star-studded event arrives
again for its fourth installment,
once more setting the Marina
Bay Street Circuit alight with a
roaring hubbub. The event has
enjoyed overwhelming response
over the past years and tickets
were completely sold out in
2010. This is when Singapore
gets to revel in the presence
of the best race car drivers in
the world, including last years
winner Fernando Alonso, as
they heat up our tracks with laps
of thrilling high-octane action.
Joining them are world-class
parties and events and superstar
acts from around the globe,
as part of Grand Prix Season
Singapores programming
line-up.
Mid-Autumn Festival @
Chinatown & Singapore
River
Sep-Oct
The Mid-Autumn Festival
is an auspicious occasion
reuniting Chinese families in
a celebration that includes
indulging in delicious
mooncakes (circular-shaped
pastries with a variety of
fillings) and Chinese tea.
These delicacies are best
enjoyed amidst the festivities
at Chinatown and around the
Singapore River which are
gloriously lit up with brightly
coloured lanterns. Explore the
myths and legends behind this
colourful occasion, take in a
cultural performance or just
revel in the festive mood.
Mid-Autumn Festival @ Chinatown &
Singapore River
da:ns Festival
1-16 Oct
This celebration of spirit and
movement at the Esplanade
continues to showcase
groundbreaking talent and soul-
searching works year after year.
Last year, the ballet Giselle was
given a contemporary breath
of fresh air while flamenco
dancer Eva Yerbabuena tugged
at heartstrings with her raw and
emotional solo piece. This year
promises yet more enchanting
productions.
Singapore River Regatta
29-30 Oct
The sounds of drums beating
and oars swishing from
energetic paddling can evoke a
rush of energy and excitement
like no other. Watch more
than 2,000 participants from
100 dragon boat teams race
for the top prize in this years
Singapore River Regatta.
Singapore JewelFest 2011
Oct
Every year, Singapore
showcases the fine artistry
and rarity of jewels in Asias
most prestigious jewellery
retail exhibition in the centre of
Singapores premier shopping
Singapore JewelFest
district,
Orchard
Road.
The event
takes on
a different
theme each
year and tells
tales of opulence and
distinction behind each
collection.
ARTSingapore
Oct
If youre passionate about
contemporary Asian art,
then this event is for you. The
longest running exhibition of its
kind in the region, this art fair
will feature quality works from
the increasingly sophisticated
arts scene in Asia, attracting
established and emerging
artists and collectors alike.
This is the place for lovers of
the arts to participate in talks
and panel discussions, pick up
on market trends and network
with one another.
> November/December
Barclays Singapore Open
10-13 Nov
With prize money increased to
da:ns Festival
US$6 million in 2010, Barclays
Singapore Open is now more
competitive than before.
Held on the lush greens of
the Sentosa Golf Club, it is
Singapores most established
professional golf tournament,
and the richest national open in
Asia. Past winners include Phil
Mickelson and Adam Scott.
Christmas in the Tropics
19 Nov-2 Jan 2012
Christmas is a truly unique
experience in balmy Singapore,
when the luxurious shopping
districts of Orchard Road and
Marina Bay come alive in a
shimmering kaleidoscope of
fairy lights and festive sounds
during the annual Christmas
light-up. Whilst the malls
compete with each other for the
most creative and exuberant
facade decor, their interiors
are filled with special themed
events, shopping promotions
and tourist privileges to make
your Christmas unforgettable.
Deepavali Celebrations
Oct/Nov
Deepavali, the Festival of Lights,
is the most important festival
in the Hindu calendar. Hindus
all over the world celebrate the
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International Cruise Terminal
International Cruise
Terminal
This massive new terminal
will propel Singapore into
the major maritime league.
Upon completion, this two-
berth facility in Marina South
(just a stones throw from
the heart of the city) will
accommodate the largest
cruise ships and liners from
around the world. With its
distinctive rooftop depicting
a modern interpretation
of rolling waves, the
terminal will be an aesthetic
masterpiece sure to leave
an awesome impression on
visitors.
Maritime Experiential
Museum & Aquarium
Later this year, the doors of the
Maritime Experiential Museum
& Aquarium will open at
coming soon
Resorts World Sentosa. This
impressive new attraction will
showcase Asias rich maritime
history as well as detail the
trade in the region over the last
two millennia, when explorers
discovered and opened up
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new trade routes between
Asia, the Middle East and
Europe. Visitors will be able
to retrace the Maritime Silk
Route of yore between the 9th
and the 19th century. Its not
called an experiential museum
for nothing the museum's
centerpiece is a 360-degree
multimedia theatre, where
visitors "board" an Arabia-
bound sailing ship docked
near Singapore some 1,100
years ago.
iFly Singapore
Experience one of lifes
greatest thrills in a controlled
environment. Offering a
safer and cheaper
alternative to
skydiving
and located
conveniently
on Sentosa,
iFly Singapore
is a skydiving
simulator that
Marine Life Park
works by placing
visitors into a vertical
wind tunnel which recreates a
freefall. iFly has packages for
iFLy Singapore
all ages and experience level,
which means taking the plunge
has never been easier.
Marine Life Park
One of the worlds largest
oceanariums will open its
doors in Singapore this year.
Housed at Resorts World
Sentosa, visitors can get a rare
opportunity to discover the
wonders of the ocean when
they interact with dolphins or
snorkel amongst fascinating
creatures. Lushly landscaped,
it promises to be a great
top-quality destination with
wading pools and educational
programmes designed to
educate and entertain
visitors. Whats
more, Marine
Life Park will be
heavily involved
in marine
research and
conservation
efforts.
INDEX
FOOD CENTRES &
LOCAL FOOD
126 Coffee Shop............ 67
328 Katong Laksa.. 19, 67
Adam Road Food Centre Lounge...............................74
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74, 93, 157, 165 (along
Adam Rd) 48, 66, 151, 153,
154, 156, 170, 186 (along Bt
Timah/Dunearn Rd),
Chin Mee Chin
Confectionery.................19
East Coast Lagoon Food
Village......................... 18,66
East Coast Seafood
Centre...............................66
Killiney Kopitiam..........56
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 65, 111,
123, 124, 143, 162, 162M, 174,
174e, 175 (along Somerset
Rd) 32, 54, 195 (along River
Valley Rd)
Lau Pa Sat.........................18
10, 10e, 57, 70, 97, 97e,
100, 107, 128, 130, 131, 162,
186, 196, 196e
Maxwell Food Centre.. 18
80, 145
Makansutra Gluttons
Bay.......................................18
See The Esplanade
Newton Food Centre........
........................................19,57
5, 54, 124, 143, 162, 162M,
518 (along Scotts Rd) 48, 66,
170 (along Bt Timah Rd)
Tekka Market & Food
Centre................................19
See Little India
RESTAURANTS &
CAFS
Prince of Wales.............63
Banana Leaf Apolo......63
The Blue Ginger.............17
Caf Le Caire..................65
Chinois by Susur Lee........ Canali.................................74
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The CountrySide Inn...63
CUT...................................70
DB Bistro Moderne.....70
Don Quijote.....................19
Fiesta..................................74
FiftyThree.........................14
Guy Savoy..................15,70
Iggys................................... 15
Ju Shin Jung....................66
JUMBO @ Dempsey........ 2, 12, 33, 51, 54, 63, 80,
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Jumbo Seafood.............59
Kim Choo Kueh Chang....
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Komala Villas
Vegetarian See Chinatown
Restaurant.......................63
Ku D Ta...........................70
kunio tokuoka.................74
LAtelier de Jol
Robuchon.........................74
Les Amis........................... 15
Long Beach @ Dempsey. Scotts Rd) ...7, 36, 111, 123, 174,
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Mosi Caf........................65
Muthus Curry...............63
My Humble House......16
No Signboard.................66
OSIA...................................74
Osteria Mozza..............70
The Pastry Shop &
Pizzeria.............................70
PS. Cafe.............................19
Rang Mahal.....................16
Restaurant Andre......... 15
Sakunthalas Food
Palace................................63
Santi...................................70
Sin Hoi Sai Eating House. 124, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174e,
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Sky on 57.........................70
Tambuah Mas................17
Taste Matters.................19
Temptations................... 67
Tepak Sireh Restaurant... 97, 97e, 100, 131, 143, 145,
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Tippling Club...................19
Waku Ghin......................70
Waraku.............................66
Wild Rocket..................... 15
Yantra.................................16
Zsofi Tapas Bar.............63
SHOPPING
*SCAPE.............................48
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 65, 111,
123, 124, 143, 162, 162M, 174,
174e, 175, 502, 518
313@somerset..............48
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alldressedup...................50
Ashley Isham.................50
Burberry......................52,71
Bras Basah Complex...54
7, 32, 51, 63, 80, 145, 197
(along North Bridge Rd) 2,
7, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80, 130,
133, 145, 175, 197(along
Victoria St)
bYSI....................................50
Cartier................................71
The Cathay.....................56
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 64, 65,
111, 124, 128, 139, 162, 162M,
166, 174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
(along Orchard Rd) 131, 147,
166 (along Prinsep St)
Cathay Cineleisure
Orchard............................48
Chanel................................71
Central........................52,58
124, 145, 147, 166, 197 (along
Eu Tong Sen St) 2, 12, 33, 54,
147 (along New Bridge Rd)
Charles & Keith.............50
Chinatown Point...........60
The CentrePoint.....52,57
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 65, 111,
123, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M,
174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
DFS Galleria.....................57
5, 54, 105, 124, 128, 132,
143, 162, 162M, 518 (along
174e, 502 along Orchard Rd
Dulcetfig..........................65
Far East Plaza...........46,57
See DFS Galleria
Far East Square...............61
186 (along Cross St) 80,
145, 166, 197 (along South
Bridge Rd)
Ferrari Store.....................71
FestiveWalk & Galleria
Luxury Fashion..............49
Fr Fr & Tigerlily.........50
Funan DigitaLife Mall....... 32, 51, 63, 80, 124, 145,
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51, 63, 80, 124, 145, 166,
174, 174e, 197 (along North
Bridge Rd) 2, 12, 33, 51, 63, 80,
197 (along Hill St)
Golden Landmark........64
Hansel...............................50
HarbourFront Centre.. 79
10, 30, 30e, 57, 65, 80,
166, 409
The Heeren...............52,57
See CentrePoint
ION Orchard.....46,52,57
(see The CentrePoint) 5,
54, 105, 132 (along Scotts Rd)
Jimmy Choo....................74
Knightsbridge................47
See CentrePoint
Knockout Gear..............65
Know It Nothing...........65
Kwanpen......................51,71
Li-Hong Jade..................60
Liang Court.....................59
Little India Arcade.......63
See Little India
Loft & Public...................65
Louis Vuitton...................71
Mandarin Gallery.. 47, 57
See CentrePoint
Marina Square....... 48,52
36, 56, 107M, 195 (along
Raffles Boulevard) 70M, 97,
97e, 111, 133, 133M, 162M,
502, 518 (along Temasek
Boulevard) 36, 56, 97,97e, 111,
133, 133M, 162M, 195 (along
Raffles Ave)
Mei Guo Ginseng.........60
Meidi-Ya...........................59
Mother & Child Project... North Bridge Rd)
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Mustafa Centre............62
23, 64, 65, 66, 131, 139, 147,
Ngee Ann City................57
See CentrePoint
Nicholas............................ 51
Orchard Central.................. 174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
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7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 65, 111,
123, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M,
174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
Orchard Towers.............57
7, 36, 105, 111, 123, 132, 174,
174e, 502
Palais Renaissance.......57
See Orchard Towers
Paragon............................47
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 65, 111,
123, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M,
174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
Parco next NEXT........... 51
Peoples Park Complex.... ArtScience Museum at
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2, 12, 33, 51, 54, 63, 80,
124, 143, 145, 147, 166, 197,
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Plaza Singapura............56
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 64, 65,
111, 124, 128, 139, 162, 162M,
174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
Pluck..................................65
Purple Gold...................... 51
Raffles City Shopping
Centre........................ 49,54
166, 174, 174e, 195, 197 (along
North Bridge Rd) 14, 14e,
16, 36, 111, 130, 131, 133, 162,
162M, 502, 518 (along Bras
Basah Rd)
RISIS.................................... 51
Robinsons.........................57
Rolex...................................74
Suntec City Mall...........49
The Shoppes at Marina
Bay Sands................49,71
Salvatore Ferragamo...71
Shaw Centre....................57
5, 54, 105, 124, 128, 132,
143, 162, 162M, 518 (along
Scotts Rd) 7, 36, 111, 123, 174,
174e, 502 along Orchard Rd
Stefano Ricci....................71
Suntec City Mall................. 100, 107, 130, 131 (along
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36, 70M, 97, 97e, 107M,
111, 133, 133M, 162M, 502, 518
(along Temasek Ave) 56, 195
(along Raffles Ave) 10, 10e,
14, 16, 70, 70M, 196, 196e
(along Nicoll Highway)
Suntec Singapore
International Convention
& Exhibition Centre.....69
Tanglin Mall.....................57
7, 36, 105, 111, 123, 132,
174, 174e
TANGS.......................46,57
36, 124, 128, 143, 162,
162M, 174, 174e, 518
Tekka Centre..................63
See Little India
TWG Tea Company... 52
Versace..............................74
Vertu...................................74
Victorias Secret.............74
Vitatron & Medical Co.....
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VivoCity.............49, 52, 79
10, 30, 30e, 57, 65, 80, 97,
97e, 100, 131, 143, 145, 166,
Wisma Atria................... 52
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 65, 111,
123, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M,
Woods & Woods......... 52
Yves Saint Laurent........71
MUSEUMS, CULTURAL
CENTRES AND PLACES
OF WORSHIP
Anderson Bridge..........58
The Armenian Church
of St. Gregory the
Illuminator............................. The Float @ Marina Bay..
.......................................55,77
2, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80,
124, 147, 166, 174, 174e, 197
(along Hill St)
Marina Bay Sands......71
See Marina Bay Sands
Asian Civilisations
Museum....................35,58
Asian Civilisations
Museum II (Empress Pl) 100,
107, 130, 131 (along Empress
Pl) 10, 10e, 57, 70, 128, 162,
196, 196e (along Fullerton Rd)
Asian Civilisations Museum 1
(Armenian St)......2, 12, 32, 33,
51, 63, 80, 124, 147, 166, 174,
174e, 197 (along Hill St)
Battle Box..........................37
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 111, 124,
128, 131, 147, 162, 162M,
166, 174, 174e, 175 (along
Stamford Rd SMU)
Buddha Tooth Relic
Temple and Museum.. 61
80, 145, 166, 197 (along
South Bridge Rd)
Cathedral of the Good
Shepherd.........................54
130, 133, 145, 197 (along
Victoria St) , 14, 14e, 16, 36,
111, 128, 162, 162M, 175, 502,
518 (along Bras Basah Rd)
Cavenagh Bridge..........58
The Cenotaph............... 55
Connaught Dr) 10, 10e, 57,
70, 128, 162, 196, 196e (along
Esplanade Dr)
Central Fire Station...... 55
Central Sikh Temple....39
Changi Chapel...............78
Changi Museum....35,78
2, 29
CHIJMES..................54, 77
2, 12, 33, 130, 133, 145, 147,
197 (along Victoria St)
Chinatown Heritage
Centre..........................36,61
See Chinatown
Civilian War Memorial....
.......................................37,54
10, 10e, 57, 70, 128, 162,
196, 196e (along Nicoll
Highway) 14, 14e, 16, 36, 111,
128, 130, 131, 133, 162, 162M,
502, 518 (along Bras Basah
Rd) 32, 51, 63, 80, 124, 145,
166, 174, 174e, 195, 197 (along
Clifford Pier..............68, 77
10, 10e, 57, 70, 100, 107,
128, 130, 131, 162, 196, 196e
Customs House............68
Esplanade Bridge.........68
Esplanade Park.............. 55
100, 107, 130, 131 (along
Connaught Dr) 10, 10e, 57,
70, 128, 162, 196, 196e (along
Esplanade Dr)
Esplanade - Theatres on
the Bay..............................68
36, 56, 97,97e, 111, 133,
162M, 195 (along Raffles
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Ave) 10. 10e, 57, 70, 128,
162, 196, 196e (along Nicoll
Highway)
.............................................69
36, 56, 97,97e, 111, 133,
133M, 162M, 195 (along
Raffles Ave)
Ford Motor Factory..... 77
170
Fort Canning Park.........37
64, 123, 139, 143 (along
95
 Clemenceau Ave) 32, 54,
195 (along River Valley Rd)
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 111, 124, 128,
131, 147, 162, 162M, 166, 174,
174e, 175 (along Stamford
Rd SMU)
Fountain of Wealth............
......................................69, 77
The Fullerton Heritage ... Ann Siang Hill.................61
.............................................68
Istana.................................56
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 64, 65, 111,
124, 128, 139, 162, 162M, 166,
174, 174e, 175, 502, 518
Istana Kampong Glam.... 57 (along Ophir Rd)
.......................................64,77
7, 32,51, 63, 80, 145, 175,
197 (along North Bridge Rd)
107, 107M (along Jln Sultan)
Katong Antique House....
............................................. 67
Kranji War Memorial..37
160, 170
Little India Arts Belt.....63
Marina Bay City Gallery.. 174, 174e, 197(along South
.............................................69
Masjid Angullia.............62
Masjid Jamae (Chulia).... Dempsey Hill............57,76
..............................................61
80, 145, 166 197 (along
South Bridge Rd) 51, 63, 124,
174, 174e, 186 (along Upp
Cross St)
Merlion Park...................68
See Clifford Pier
MICA (Ministry
of Information,
Communication and the
Arts) Building................. 55
MINT Museum of Toys... (along Serangoon Rd) 64,
..............................................35
National Art Gallery.....35
National Museum of
Singapore..................34,55
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 111, 124,
128, 131, 147, 162, 162M, 166,
174, 174e, 175 (along Stamford
Rd SMU)
Old Ford Factory............37
Old Parliament House..... .............................................24
............................................. 55
100, 107, 130, 131 (along
Empress Pl) 10, 10e, 57, 70,
128, 162, 196, 196e (along
Fullerton Rd)
Old Supreme Court...........
.......................................55,77
100, 107, 130, 131 (along
Connaught Dr & Empress
Pl) 32, 51, 63, 80, 124, 145,
166, 174, 174e, 195, 197 (along
North Bridge Rd)
Padang........................55,68
See Old Supreme Court
Peranakan Museum......... ................................................... Pietrasanta: The Italian
.......................................34,55
2, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80, 124,
147, 166, 174, 174e, 197
Peranakan-themed
shophouses.................... 67
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Raffles Landing Site....58
Rumah Bebe................... 67
The Sands Theater....71
The School of the Arts..... Hong Lim Park........58,60
.............................................56
Singapore Art Museum.. New Bridge Rd) 51, 63, 80,
......................................36, 54
7, 14, 14e, 16, 36, 111, 124,
131, 147, 162, 162M, 166, 174,
174e, 175, 502, 518
Singapore Coins and
96
Notes Museum.............36 Kranji Countryside.......44 White Rabbit.................. 25 Goldkist Beach Resort.66
UNLIMITED FUN FunVee City Tour
See Chinatown
Singapore Philatelic
Kusu Island.....................44
take 402 to Marina South
Zirca....................................21
Zouk..............................21,59
Helix Bridge....................69
iFly Singapore................ 72
(Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing)
Museum....................36,55 Pier and connect to boat 5, 16, 175, 195 (within Sentosa)
2, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80, 124, MacRitchie Reservoir.40 Imbiah Lookout............. 72
145, 147, 166, 174, 174e, 197 52, 74, 93, 130, 132, 156, NEIGBOURHOODS The Jewel Box................ 72 Now during promotion period, get extra 1 Day unlimited use FREE!
(along Hill St) 157, 162, 162M, 165, 166
Adam Road..................... 76 409 - Sightsee around on FunVee Hopper Bus to over 30 City Attractions.
Singapore Repertory Mount Faber...................41
Jewel Cable Car Ride........ - City Attractions, Ethnic Attractions and Marina Attraction Routes.
Theatre.............................59 409
80, 145, 166, 197 (along ......................................72, 79
Singapore Tyler Print Mountain Biking in Bukit - Free Sentosa Attraction Hopper.
South Bridge Rd) Jurong Bird Park............29
Institute............................59 Timah................................42 - Free Transfer from Ctiy Hotel to Singapore Flyer.
Sultan Mosque..............64 Pulau Ubin.......................45
Bukit Pasoh Road......... 76 194, 251 Only
Boat Quay....................... 76 Marina Bay Sands.....69
7, 32, 51, 63, 80, 175, 197
(along North Bridge Rd) 48,
Running the Southern 51, 63, 80, 124, 145, 166, 97, 97e, 133, 133M, Save S$19.90
Ridges...............................42 *2nd Day Free
45% off#
174, 174e, 197 (along North 502, 518
Singapore Botanic Bridge Rd) Marine Life Park........75
Sri Mariamman Temple.. Gardens......................41,57
Changi Village...............78 (within Sentosa)
.............................................60
Spice Walks at Fort 2, 9, 19, 29, 59, 89, 89e, 109 The Maritime
80, 145, 166, 197
Sri Senpaga Vinayagar
Canning Park..................43 Chinatown......................79 Experiential Museum.. The First Contactless Smartcard in
St Johns Island..............45 2, 12, 33, 51, 54, 63, 80, 124, ..............................................75
Temple.............................. 67
Sri Srinivasa Perumal
Sungei Buloh Wetland 143, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174e, (within Sentosa RWS) Singapore that lets you tap and
Reserve.............................44 197, CT8, CT18 MegaZip Adventure
Temple..............................62
21, 23, 64, 65, 66, 125, 130,
Circular Road..................57 Park..............................28,72 go in to attractions.
BARS & CLUBS 51, 63, 80, 124, 145, 166, Merlion Park.....................31
139, 147
Sri Veeramakaliamman 1-Altitude..........................23 Night Safari.....................30
Bridge Rd)
City Pass Most Popular Attractions:
Temple..............................63 1 TwentySix..................... 67 138
23, 64, 65, 66, 139, 147 Attica.................................20
Civic District............68, 77
Palawan Beach...............73 Booking Hotline:
St. Andrews Cathedral.... Avalon................................71 7, 105, 123, 174
Resorts World (+65) 6738 3338
Sentosa.............................79
......................................55, 77 Azzura...............................79 Duxton Hill.......................61 Universal Stud 6738 9897
io N ig ht Sa fa ri
Singapore s
32, 51, 63, 80, 124, 145, The Beach Hut.............. 67 River Taxi..........................58
166, 197 (along Neil Rd)
166, 174, 174e, 195, 197 Blu Jaz Caf....................65 80, 145 (along Tg Pagar Rd) Sampan Ride...................71
Taman Warisan Melayu. Boulevard.........................24 Haji Lane.......................... 76 Sands SkyPark............70
.............................................64 Brasserie Wolf...............59 100, 107, 107M (along Science Centre
2, 7, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80, Singapore.........................32
Brewerkz..........................59 Beach Rd)
100, 107, 107M, 130, 133, 145, 66, 198, 335
175, 197 Butter Factory................20 Katong Village............... 67
Caf del Mar..................79 Keppel Harbour............ 72 Sentosa............................. 72
Thian Hock Keng temple no direct bus need to take
..............................................61 Cuba Libre.......................59 Little India........................79
services to HarbourFront
Victoria Theatre and Emerald Hill.....................57 23, 64, 65, 66, 131, 139, 147
Centre and connect
Captain Explorer DUKW Tour
Concert Hall.............55,77 See The Centrepoint
100, 107, 130, 131 (along En Grill & Bar..................59
65, 130, 139, 147 (along Jln
to Sentosa service at
HarbourFront Interchange Captain Explorer Marina Bay Sands
Besar) 48, 66, 170 (along Bt
Empress Pl) 10, 10e, 57, 70, Going Om........................65 Timah Rd) Sentosa 4D Magix....... 72 DUKW Tour Sky Park
128, 162, 196, 196e (along Harrys..............................58 Sentosa Luge and
Fullerton Rd) Marine Cove.................. 67
Helipad..............................23 Mohamed Sultan Road... Skyride.......................28, 73
HOTELS
Highlander......................59 .............................................59 Singapore Discovery Land & Water Adventure on
Home Club..................... 22 Centre................................32
Copthorne Kings.........59
Mount Faber....41, 72, 79
182, 182M, 193 Vietnam Era Amphibious Vehicle
Ku D Ta.....................23,70 Pagoda Street.................61
The Fullerton Hotel........... Le Carillon de LAngelus.. Robertson Quay...........59 Singapore Flyer........31,69 in Marina Bay & Padang / Civic District
.......................................68,77
Rochester Park.............. 76
36, 56, 107M, 195 (along
yer Jurong Bird Park Boarding Point: Tourist Hub @ Singapore Flyer #01-05
Singapore Fl
Furama Riverfront........59 Loof.....................................23 Raffles Boulevard) 70M, 97,
Smith Street.................... 76
Miramar Hotel..............59 Marrakesh Moroccan Tanglin Road................... 76
97e, 111, 133, 133M, 162M,
502, 518 (along Temasek
Tour starts: 0930 to 1830 hrs
Raffles Hotel..................54
7, 32, 51, 63, 80, 175, 197
Lounge and Bar.............59 Tanjong Katong Road.67 Ave) Frequency: Hourly departure Booking
Muddy Murphys Irish
(along North Bridge Rd) 14,
Pub.....................................24
Temple Street.................61 Singapore Tennis Centre. Duration: 60 mins Hotline:
14e, 16, 36, 111, 130, 131, 133, Tiong Bahru.................... 76 .............................................66
162, 162M, 502, 518 (along Mulligans.........................24
Trengganu Street...........61 Singapore Zoo...............30 (+65) 6738 3338
Bras Basah Rd) 56, 57, 100, The Olde Cuban............61 138 Ticket Price: 6738 9897
107, 107M (along Beach Rd)
River View Hotel...........59
One Rochester Park....25
ATTRACTIONS Siloso Beach....................73 S$29.90 (Adult)
74, 74e, 91, 92, 95, 191, 196, SKI360............................66
198, 200 Bukit Timah Railway
Skyline Luge Sentosa.. 72
S$20.90 (Child)
Station...............................38
PARKS, FARMS & Orgo....................................23 Sports Planet East Coast.
NATURE RESERVES Bukit Timah Fire Station..
Paulaner Bruhaus......24
#
Explorer Package
.............................................38 .............................................66
Butterfly Trail @ Orchard The Penny Black...........58
Butterfly Park & Insect Tanjong Beach................73 EXP
Kingdom.......................... 72 Tanjong Pagar Railway
43 Restaurant.......................25
Changi Beach.................78 Station............................... 77
East Coast Park.............40 Priv...................................79 nd
401 , 13, 15, 16, 31, 36, Crystal Pavilion..............71 10, 30, 57, 80, 97, 97e, 1 Day Pass (*2 Day Free) S$61.90 (A) / S$54.90 (C)
The Pump Room.......... 22 100, 131, 145
43, 48, 55, 76, 135, 155, 196, Escape Theme Park......31
Red Dot BrewHouse...58 3, 5, 6, 12, 17, 21, 89, Tiger Sky Tower.............73
196e, 197 (along Marine
Scruffy Murphys.......... 67 Underwater World
Fun Package
Parade Rd) 354, 358
Forest Adventure.........42 St. James Power Station.. Festive Grand..................75 Singapore........................79 FUN
Fort Canning Park.........37 ........................................21,79 The Flying Trapeze......28 (within Sentosa)
St Josephs Church...... 77 Universal Studios
Fort Siloso........................79
Stereolab and Singapore...............32, 75 2 Days Pass $78.90 (A) / S$58.90 (C)
186 (along Upp Pickering G-Max Reverse Bungy
St) 2, 12, 33, 54, 147 (along Stereolounge...................21 and GX-5 Xtreme Swing. (within Sentosa RWS)
TAB.................................... 22 Waterfront Promenade..
30, 59 3 Days Pass $133.90 (A) / S$88.90 (C)
124, 145, 166, 174, 174e, 197 Timbre.............................. 22 Gardens by the Bay.....93 .............................................69
(along South Bridge Rd) 2, 2, 12, 32, 33, 51, 63, 80, 400 Wave House Sentosa...... (*with Universal Studios Weekday Ticket, excludes black out dates)
12, 33, 51, 63, 80, 124, 166, 124, 147, 166, 174, 174e, 197 ......................................28, 73
174, 174e, 197 (along Eu Tong Gogreen Segway Eco
(along Hill St) Xtreme SkatePark........66
Sen St)
Tivoli Beer Bar................59
Adventure.......................28
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