Arab Street

The nightlife at Arab Street is one that’s cultural, yet hip. With entertainment venues like Blu Jaz (which often hosts performances by local acts), rows of shisha cafés, as well as late night grub—like murtabak (stuffed pan-fried Indian pancake) and mutton biryani (yellow rice with spicy lamb)—this enclave boasts a good mix of activities to treat your senses.

Avalon

Avalon’s garnered a lot of hype, and with its Hollywood pedigree of party visionary Steve Adelman behind it, it’s no wonder. Designed by revered New York duo Roman and Williams, this 17,000 sq. ft. club on the water in front of Marina Bay Sands with a state-of-the-art sound system has already played host to the likes of Massive Attack, The Chemical Brothers and Boy George.

Clarke Quay

Clarke Quay is named after Sir Andrew Clarke, who was Singapore’s second governor from 1873 to 1875. Today, the waterfront godowns (warehouses) are home to a colorful array of restaurants—from European eateries to Asian dining concepts—and bars and entertainment hot spots like Aquanova, which hosts local comedy acts and musical performances.

Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay

Known affectionately as “The Durian” (for its distinctive spiky design), Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay is a state-of-the-art venue for performing arts and multi-media performances. It boasts a concert hall, theater, recital and theater studios, a wide gallery space and an auditorium, as well as cafés, spas, restaurants and watering holes like The Cookie Museum, Kenko Wellness Spa, My Humble House, Banyan Tree Gallery and Ninethirty by Awfully Chocolate.

Resorts World™ Sentosa

There’s something for everyone at Singapore’s very first integrated resort. In one massive 49-hectare destination, you can find a casino, the biggest oceanarium in the world, a first-class spa, restaurants by celebrity chefs, a Hard Rock Hotel® (housing concert venue The Coliseum™, where bands like Suede and OneRepublic have performed), and so much more.

Sands SkyPark®

Soak up the inimitable views from one of the largest outdoor observation decks in the world at Sands SkyPark®. Aside from the famous Infinity Pool (which is only accessible to hotel guests of Marina Bay Sands®), there are also several establishments that you can head to including restaurant-bar-club KU DÉ TA, the Chocolate Bar, built for those with a sweet tooth, and local celebrity chef Justin Quek’s eatery Sky on 57.

Faber Peak Singapore

The view from Faber Peak (atop Mount Faber) is truly spectacular, offering a slightly different perspective of the city framed through lush green trees falling away toward the sea. It’s especially magical at night, when the ships dotted across the harbor twinkle like Christmas lights. Grab a bite while you take in the view at eateries like casual restaurant Faber Bistro and yakitori/sake bar Moonstone. You can also take in the scenery in a cable car which travels across the water to Sentosa.

Timbre @ The Arts House

Situated at the restored Old Parliament House, this lively bar is the perfect go-to place for live music performances, delectable pizzas, unpretentious drinks and a fantastic view of Singapore River. Don’t forget to stop by their jazz bar Barber Shop as well. 

Universal Studios Singapore®

Enjoy a slice of Tinseltown-laced Americana at Singapore's largest theme park, with seven different entertainment zones and 24 movie-related rides and attractions. The rides, shows, stores and photo-ops all make for an incredible day out. Regardless of age, this one-of-a-kind theme park in Asia is a must-visit.

Zouk

Still the place to see and be seen in after two decades, the perennially hip Zouk with its diverse music offerings caters to clubbers of all stripes. Consisting of three clubs and one wine bar, the main space, Zouk, is where international dance DJs take to the floor, while Phuture is a hot spot for hip hop enthusiasts and luxe Velvet Underground sees a more sophisticated, laid-back crowd.

Chinatown

Known by local Chinese as “niu che shui” (water bullock cart), after the animal-powered barrows common on these streets in the 19th century, this is a culturally diverse enclave. Today, you’ll find fascinating Chinese heritage sites like the sacred Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Hokkien landmark Thian Hock Keng Temple, old-school street markets as well as an assortment of restaurants and bars. There are also historical gems dedicated to Indian, Malay and even Arab communities.

Civic District 

Among the first areas to be developed by Singapore’s colonial powers, this neighborhood by the Singapore River was also the seat of British government chosen by Singapore founder Sir Stamford Raffles in 1822. The area features museums, memorials and highlights such as City Hall, where documents for the Japanese surrender after WWII were signed. It provides superb photo opportunities with restored landmarks like The Fullerton Hotel (the old General Post Office) against towering skyscrapers.

Dempsey Hill

You wouldn’t know it from the art galleries, antique furniture stores, nail salons and weekend farmers’ markets that now call the area home, but the forested mini-precinct of Dempsey used to be a military stronghold that was the site of British army barracks in colonial times. Plus, conserved black-and-white buildings currently house a range of restaurants, bars and even specialty food purveyors in a historic space with an appealing laid-back vibe.

East Coast

Featuring a scenic sea view, this beachfront area was built on reclaimed land in the 1960s in an effort to accommodate the rapidly developing city. It is most famous for its park, which spans a 15 km stretch of coastline, and offers an array of sporting, dining and recreational activities such as cycling. You’ll also find the East Coast Seafood Centre, with local institutions like Jumbo Seafood, No Signboard Seafood and Long Beach Seafood Restaurant.

Geylang/Katong

Originally a settlement of Orang Laut (sea gypsies) and Malays, the community was dispersed by the British in the 1840s to make way for port traffic. This eastern precinct also became an early 20th-century playground for wealthy Eurasian and Peranakan (Straits Chinese) families who built waterfront leisure homes here. Though the area lost its seaside frontage when land was reclaimed to build East Coast Park in the late 1960s, many architecturally important buildings and shophouses from the era still stand. Geylang is known as a popular supper spot and red-light district. Food traditions, too, are alive and well, with Peranakan cuisine being a real highlight in Katong.

Jalan Besar

Jalan Besar, which means “big road” in Malay, was once a swampland of betel nut, nipah palm and fruit trees in the 1830s. The landscape was later taken over by shophouses, factories, and religious sites including Holy Trinity Church, together with abattoirs (the street was also known as “the slaughter pig depot in Kampong Kapor”). The now-conserved area is ideal for checking out Art Deco and “Chinese baroque” architecture, and still plays host to soccer matches at Jalan Besar Stadium. A new crop of hip establishments have also opened of late, such as quirky café Windowsill Pies and coffee specialist Chye Seng Huat Hardware.

Kampong Glam

Home to the Malay aristocracy in 1819, before British settlement in 1822 divided the area into ethnic groups, this area remains a stronghold among the Malay-Muslim community. The majestic Sultan Mosque provides a center for life and business around here, with shops hawking Malay-Arab wares like rugs, bohemian crafts and shisha tobacco as well as trendy cafés, boutiques and drinking establishments. The combination of modern and historic truly makes this place one of a kind.

Little India

Developed to absorb overflow from the now defunct Chulia Kampong, this enclave was established in colonial times. Don’t miss the stunning temples, boasting ornate facades with intricate cravings of Hindu deities, and 24-hour shopping mall Mustafa Centre, which has just about everything under the sun. The area’s also a haven for herbivores, with myriad hole-in-the-wall Indian vegetarian eats. Plus, you’ll also find quirky art galleries and boutique hotels alongside historic sites. 

Tanjong Pagar

To the south of Chinatown, between the bay and the city, is this former center for dock workers and the flesh trade pre-WWII. The area was marked for conservation in the 1980s, kick-starting a rapid gentrification process. Now, it’s one of the city’s top dining destinations with everything from Russian fare to modern European molecular gastronomy. Other recent arrivals include a host of vintage stores showcasing toys, fashion, furniture and books from previous decades which make great souvenirs.

Tiong Bahru

One of the oldest housing estates in Singapore, Tiong Bahru has an eclectic mix of public housing flats, Art Deco architecture and shophouses spanning the ’30s and ’40s with names that honor Chinese pioneers of the early 19th and 20th centuries. It’s a charming off-the-beaten-track neighborhood that’s long drawn local food connoisseurs from across the island thanks to delicious Chinese street food in Tiong Bahru Market and Food Centre. Many quaint specialty shops and eateries have also taken up residence and breathed new life into the area including Tiong Bahru Bakery, Japanese restaurant IKYU, spa Nimble/Knead, boutique Nana & Bird and coffee spot 40 Hands.  

G Max Reverse Bungy

For a full-on adrenaline rush, strap yourself into this reverse bungee at the edge of Clarke Quay. You’re catapulted 60 meters high up in the air at a speed of about 200 km/hour. Our advice: just don’t attempt this after a heavy meal.

Gogreen Segway® Eco Adventure 

Hop on two-wheeled stand-and-balance eco-friendly vehicles at Gogreen Segway® Eco Adventure to explore Sentosa’s Palawan and Siloso beaches. You’ll also get a short introductory lesson by their instructors before you start.

GX-5 Extreme Swing

Experience a freefall with your friends as five people are launched up to 50 meters high in a flyer and taken 100 meters across the Singapore River, reaching a speed of over 120km/hour. Be warned though, it’s not for the faint of heart.

iFly Singapore

Adventure sports venue iFly Singapore boasts the world’s largest vertical wind tunnel for indoor skydiving, allowing you to experience freefall from 12,000 to 3,000 feet.

Marina Bay Golf Course

Don’t miss Singapore’s only public golf course, a centrally-located facility with lovely city views. At night, the course is floodlit allowing for evening rounds. There’s also a four-story driving range if you prefer.

MegaZip

Zip down one of the longest and steepest zipwire descents in Asia on this 450-meter long flying fox. Take in stunning views of Sentosa and beyond before landing on a scenic islet.

Skyline Luge Sentosa

Part go-cart, part toboggan, you’ll get to race down a 650-meter outdoor downhill track past trees and round sharp bends to the beach within one to five minutes on the Luge.

Snow City

Go skiing, snow tubing and snowboarding on an exhilarating 60-meter, three-story high slope in the first indoor snow facility in Singapore.  

Wave House

This thrill-seeking, prime water sports destination is a barrel of surfing fun with enormous pools generating artificial waves. It boasts two wave-creating machines for surfing: the FlowBarrel® and FlowRider®.

Wild Wild Wet

Singapore’s largest waterpark offers different water-based rides for all ages. Brave the rapids in Southeast Asia’s first raft slide Ular-Lah or “skateboard” on a raft up and down a four-story water ramp at Slide Up. Plus, there are also twisting water slides and the Tsunami, a simulated surfing area.