Explore Singapore: 4-Day, 3-Night Trip to the Lion City
Recommended Travel Duration
Recommended travel duration: 4 days, 3 nights
Travel Essentials
Summer clothes: T-shirts, shorts, skirts, etc.
Long-sleeved jacket: Air conditioning in public places in Singapore is strong, so a jacket is recommended.
Long pants/long skirt: Recommended for visiting Little India and Kampong Glam.
Shoes: Flat shoes are recommended. Flip-flops are popular in Singapore.
Slippers: For use in the shower.
Swimwear: For use in hotel swimming pools, surfing at East Coast Park, Adventure Cove Waterpark, etc.
Hangers: Hotel bathrooms do not have ventilation facilities, so hangers are needed to dry clothes.
Daily Travel Itinerary
Day 1
Jewel Changi Airport
Merlion Park
Singapore Flyer
Gardens by the Bay
Marina Bay Sands
Day 2
Captain Explorer DUKW Tour
St. Andrew's Cathedral
Chinatown
Clarke Quay
Day 3
Universal Studios Singapore/S.E.A. Aquarium
Madame Tussauds Singapore
Sentosa Skyline Luge & Skyride
Day 4
Little India
Arab Street
Orchard Road
Night Safari
Transportation Recommendations
Singapore transportation card: EZ-Link Card/NETS FlashPay
Airport transportation: SMRT subway, bus, airport shuttle bus, free shuttle bus, taxi
City transportation: SMRT subway, LRT light rail, bus, sightseeing bus, Grab taxi service, Teksi taxi
Sentosa transportation: Cable car, Sentosa Express, bus/shuttle bus/Teksi, trishaw
Travel Expenses
Average cost: Approximately SGD 2,000
Airfare: Prices vary depending on the time of purchase and airline.
Accommodation: Budget hotels cost approximately SGD 100-200 per night.
Dining: Budget dining costs approximately SGD 10-30 per meal, mid-range restaurants cost approximately SGD 30-60 per meal.
Transportation: Subway and bus fares cost approximately SGD 1-3 per trip, taxi fares start at approximately SGD 3-5.
Attraction tickets: Prices vary depending on the attraction.
Must-Visit Attractions
Gardens by the Bay
Universal Studios Singapore
S.E.A. Aquarium
Singapore Flyer
Night Safari
Orchard Road
Little India
Arab Street
Attraction Ticket Information and Prices
Gardens by the Bay: Adults SGD 28, children SGD 15
Universal Studios Singapore: Adults SGD 79, children SGD 59, seniors SGD 41
S.E.A. Aquarium: Adults SGD 40, children/seniors SGD 29
Singapore Flyer: Adults SGD 33, children SGD 21
Night Safari: Adults SGD 49, children SGD 33
Accommodation Recommendations
Singapore city center: InterContinental Singapore, Andaz Singapore
Orchard: Hilton Singapore
Marina Bay: Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore
Chinatown: Furama City Centre
Clarke Quay: Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore
Sentosa: Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, W Singapore - Sentosa Cove
Tips
Air conditioning in public places in Singapore is strong, so a jacket is recommended.
Respect local religious beliefs, especially in Little India and Kampong Glam. Women are recommended to wear long pants or a long skirt.
Public transportation in Singapore is convenient. It is recommended to purchase an EZ-Link Card/NETS FlashPay for use on public transportation.
Singapore has a rich food culture. It is recommended to try local snacks.
Singapore has strict laws. Be sure to comply with local laws and regulations, such as no smoking and no chewing gum.
Elizabeth Mitchell Rose-69
Stay & Explore Orchard Road!
#familytrips2024
Coming to Singapore? Orchard Road is a long stretch of shopping street with multiple shopping 🛍️ malls and hotels. Stay in one of the Orchard Road hotels to enjoy the ease of shopping and ability to return to your hotel to rest, to put all your shopping bags back to the hotel before continuing or others. Here is a list of some of the hotels along Orchard Road:
1) Hilton Singapore Orchard
2) Pullman Singapore Orchard
3) Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard
4) JEN Singapore Orchard
5) Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza
6) Yotel Singapore Orchard
7) voco Orchard Singapore
and more...
#Singapore #orchard road
LYvonne
Festive Crustacean Galore @ Hilton Hotel
#singapore
Take your Christmas celebrations up a notch with amazing spreads at Estate Restaurant @ Hilton Hotel.
A plethora of seafood delights awaits with tiger prawns, mussels, crabs, lobsters and seafood with free flow red and white wines. They have a wide spread of premium quality food and desserts.
My favourites are the delectable Signature Black Truffle Roasted Duck & Cantonese-style Wagyu Beef.
The ambience is luxurious but cosy and unintimidating thanks to the earthy colour palette, soft lighting and use of natural materials.
This special buffet is on every Friday and Saturday at 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Estate at Hilton Singapore Orchard Address: Level 5, 333 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238867
Zaclin29
Estate in the mornings
Estate is the main dining restaurant at Hilton Hotel Orchard and if your staycation package comes with complimentary breakfast, you can head down between 6.30am to 10.30am to enjoy a wonderful buffet spread! I love how contemporary and clean the place looks, with an inviting ambience and comfortable furniture.
You can find all sorts of cuisine dishes available, from western to Asian to Indian and continental items. Most of them tasted pretty good so not to worry about poor quality. They have live stations for eggs and noodles as well, definitely get the all-in omelette!
My overall rating of the experience: 5 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#singapore #tripmoments #tripblazers
daniaexperiences
Afternoon tea at Ginger.Lily
PSA: Hilton members get up to 25% off dining at Hilton! As Gold members, we got 25% off so this afternoon tea was only $103 for 2. There is also complimentary parking 😊
The Nikkei afternoon tea is their latest creation, with a fusion of Peruvian-Japanese dishes. Very interesting afternoon tea, as the savory dishes are slowly served omakase style and even torched in front of you. And then comes the iconic book for desserts ✨
A fun experience thought food wise I would give it about a 7.5/10.
#foodie
littleplains
Hilton Hotel Animation
#mysgmemories
Can la! Come and enjoy and soak in the festive atmosphere at Orchard road. The busker area nearby the Hilton Orchard Hotel is a popular spot. You will be able to spot different buskers here as they have to bid for the spots for their performances. You get to enjoy the interesting animations projected onto Hilton Orchard. Then add in the performance from the buskers, your evening in Orchard road is a well-spent evening. The buskers also have a donation box and QR code for you to make any amount of donations as encouragement. Sometimes you also can spot ice cream uncle selling ice cream from his scooter too.
AmazingDay
Modern hotel bar
Hilton Singapore Orchard is one of the newest hotels along the iconic shopping belt of orchard Road and it is beautiful! During our staycation there, my husband and I dropped by the new lobby lounge and bar to relax. They are mostly known for their afternoon tea sets, as well as cocktails hour. If you’re looking for an Instagrammable backdrop, choose the seats outside facing the main lobby but the inner seats offer a tad more privacy.
My overall rating of the experience: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#mysgmemories #singapore #tripblazers #tripmoments
daniaexperiences
Hilton Suite Staycation
Address - 333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867
Ambiance/Facilities - There is a fitness centre where we will have a light jog anytime we want. An outdoor pool to have a swim with my hubby in the morning.
Highlights - Asia Pacific largest Hilton hotel right in the middle of the orchard road. The hotel is surrounded by shopping malls where my girl friends and I could spend time shopping. An extensive selection of lounge meals with my hubby's favorite dishes. The lounge was beautifully designed and we both loved the delicious food served at the lounge. A wonderful dining experience for couples indeed.
The room is extremely spacious and comfortable. We especially loved the impressive bathroom with the huge bath tub waiting for us. The bath tub is spacious enough for a couple to enjoy quality time. Just in time to place in the bath bomb that I have purchased recently while doing my shopping. I will strongly recommend this room for couples to spend time with each other.
Avg. Price per Person - $350 per person
Rating - 5/5
#hotelstaycation #tripblazers
jennykong
Sumptuous staycation breakfast
One of the best and most satisfying breakfasts I’ve had in Singapore is at Hilton Singapore Orchard! Superb variety, they have everything you could want for a good start to your day. Not only that, the food and drinks are presented so beautifully such that I really wanted to put all of it on my plate. Ambience is great too, there are a lot of seats in different sections. Delicious and luxurious, definitely worth coming back to stay again just for this!
magniflying
Famous Chatterbox chicken rice
Nestled within the walls of Hilton Singapore is the specialty dining restaurant called Chatterbox. This restaurant is home to the famous version of chicken rice that originated from these kitchens many years ago. Now, the space have been given a contemporary facelift and the furnishings are much more comfortable. My friends and I enjoyed the ambience and specially requested for a table facing the greenery. A very chic place to spend the afternoon at.
#singapore
magniflying
Orchard Birds eye view
#staycation #tripblazers
Have a relaxing stay at the Hilton orchard Singapore. Staying at the highest floor at level 36 lets you have a bird's eye view of the entire orchard. The magnificent view is what most will crave for when having a staycation. Love the deep soaking bathtub where you can share it with your loved ones. The king sized bed is comfortable and definitely lets you sleep through the night with sweet dreams. The location is great as it is just a few steps away from the takashimaya shopping mall, and the busy street of the orchard road shopping street. This is the best hotel with a superb location you can ask for, when you are staying in Singapore for a holiday or a staycation retreat. You would definitely fall in love with the stay.
J3p8y5wj7hyj
Newly refurbished hotel
The spanking new flagship Hilton hotel on Orchard road has taken over the previous Mandarin Orchard hotel with a much more modern look. Our room was fitted with contemporary fittings and furniture, and I especially enjoyed using the settee by the window to relax in. The bathroom also comes with a tub.
My overall rating of the experience: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#staycation #exploresgtogether #momentssg #tripmoments #muststay #luxuryhotel #hotel #orchardroad #singapore
daniaexperiences
Estate Buffet
It was a very pleasant experience when we dined at Estate on a weekday.
Manager was very friendly straight from the onset at the reception of the restaurant. He would also come and check on us randomly to make sure that everything is okay. I was impressed when he called me by my name when I was at the food station as I saw him tending to many customers through the night. As more guests left for the night, he came over to chat with us and gave us a lowdown of the layout and design of Estate. It was insightful.
The food was fresh and delicious.
All service staff at the food station were also efficient and approachable.
All in all, it was an extremely pleasant dine in experience.
#foodie #bucketlistreboot
2411.93
Unwinding at Hilton
Address: Hilton Singapore Orchard, 333 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238867
I booked a night stay at the Hilton to recharge after two nights of partying for the Halloween weekend.
The recently relocated and renovated Hilton Singapore has a clean, chic and contemporary decor.
It is large and quite confusing to navigate as there are 2 wings. The pool is also small and not directly connected via the room lifts so you will have to walk through the lobby in your wet robes.
The gym and executive lounge on the other hand are large and spacious. Staff were friendly, helpful and attentive.
The standard deluxe king room is comfortable but noise isolation is not perfect. We could hear the birds chipping 9 storeys downstairs.
The toilet was amazing! Feels so luxurious and it cane with a bidet and rain shower!
But I picked Hilton for one reason - their bed! It was the perfect treat to help me recover from the sleepless nights!
I highly recommend this place if you're looking to recharge! It's also located conveniently along Somerset with a wide variety of food and shopping options.
#meetsingapore #staycation
Deznad
Hilton Singapore Orchard
Address - 333 Orchard Road, Singapore
Ambiance/Facilities - 5 star hotel in the middle of Orchard Road
Highlights - Hotel with good night view of Orchard road
Previously known as Mandarin Orchard Hotel, this hotel was renamed to Hilton Hotel in 2021. location is excellent within a 15 min walk from MRT station.
Hotel check in was rather slow for a 5 star hotel. Wait around 15 minutes from queueing to completing the check-in.
Room was spacious and come with a king size bed. Bed and pillow were very comfortable. toilet was big even though there is not bath tub.
Was given a room on the 25 floor. Night and day view from the hotel room is excellent.
Cat1967
The perfect staycay in Orchard Road
Address - Hilton Orchard Singapore (nearest MRT station is Somerset MRT station)
Ambiance/Facilities - The rooms are very well designed and comfortable to stay in. The mattress is super firm and was able to have a good night sleep. There is complimentary Nespresso coffee pods available for the stay. The view from the room is spectacular and unblocked. The location is very central and convenient to find food places. The staffs are very responsive to request and friendly. The breakfast has a wide range of selection, including western and asian styles.
Average Price per Person - SGD 300
Rating - 4.0 of 5.0
#staycation #hotelsg #staycay
User2567
Largest Hilton Hotel in Asiapac
I had the privilege to be invited to my first physical / face-to-face industry conference since the last 2 over years at the newly renovated Hilton Singapore Orchard (formerly Mandarin Orchard). The largest Hilton hotel in Asiapac. It is the best opportunity for me to check out the refreshed interiors though I may not be able to see the rooms this round.
The Grand Ballroom is still at level 6 of the main tower nka Orchard Wing but the interior has gone through extensive renovation and the feel is a lot more modern. Completely a different feel from my wedding banquet which I had there 17 years ago. It is still one of the rare few pillar-less ballroom in Singapore which can host up to 1,000 guests.
The Front Desk reception at level 5 no longer has the super high ceiling with oriental grandeur and nostalgic huge chandeliers. Now it feels more cozy and modern without the high ceiling. More earthy colours with walnut wood finishings and natural marble floorings instead of carpets. I guess they have converted the “airspace” to something more commercially productive aka income-producing rooms. Still it’s a refreshing scene which looks current.
I walked around to take some pics during the lunch break and I’m now very keen to do a staycation at the newly renovated hotel to explore its facilities fully. Waiting for a good promotion from Trip.com. 😉
#MoreInSG #mustdo #mustvisit #muststay #luxuryhotel #hilton #staycation
Zaizai
1-night in Hilton Singapore Orchard
Spent one night at this flagship Hilton for a taste of what the $150million renovation brought to the table. 💸
Hardware was lovely - fresh modern touches everywhere and I really like the aesthetics of my King Corner Suite! ❤️
Breakfast @estaterestaurant was a glorious affair of everything you can want for a breakfast - superb variety though quality were just okay 🥶
The low point of my stay was sadly in the Executive Lounge - a huge modern space for elites and club guests with attentive service BUT evening drinks session saw very oriental-focused carbs and little to no protein options. Arriving 45mins prior to end of session meant seeing some completely empty plates which remained empty throughout - signs of cost cutting much? Def not expected from a fancy flagship Hilton. 🫤
So to my fellow Diamonds, pls manage your expectations! 🆗
Hburn10
Champagne Brunch @ Estate !
#moreinsg
What more fun in SG than to inhale copious amount of food and 3-hr free flow of Laurent Perrier? 🤩
Drenched in classy subtle neutral tones, Estate must be one of the prettiest hotel restaurants I’ve ever seen! The smart design of having several “compartment”’of seats enhanced the sense of privacy even though it’s a huge floor space. 👣
And of course the highlight is the endless stream of gastronomic delights - and it literally is everything you can want : western, chinese, Indian, international, cheeses, sweets, salads, and last but not least ur choice of incredibly fresh seafood on ice. 🐽
Though to be honest I don’t remember a lot after the first hour as Laurent Perrier took over my braincells. 🍾
Comes at a price no doubt but hey, with at least once in a lifetime 🛟
Hburn10
Breakfast @ Hilton Orchard
Address - 333 Orchard Rd, Level 5, Singapore 238867
Ambiance/Facilities - executive lounge, breakfast area
Highlights - Love the varieties of food here! Lucky I got it package with breakfast. The spread was awesome! So many food and drink to be chosen. Service is good too. There is someone who will help to serve if they are around. Plus point for this hotel is FRESH JUICE, although it was hidden at the back. We can even pick what juice we want. A super wide spread for breakfast that my tummy will burst. If you stay here, better opt in for breakfast! Totally worth.
Avg. Price per Person - depend on room
Rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
#staycation #breakfast #spread #hotelfood #foodie #moreinsg
mortaloveangel
Staycation Breakfast @ Hilton Orchard
My staycation package booked through Trip.com included breakfast!
The breakfast was reverted back to a buffet format after the relaxation of COVID-19 rules in Singapore! I don't know about you but how I missed taking and picking my own food!!
Once seated, our drinks order was taken and was served to our table swiftly, the coffee is good!
There was a huge variety of food and I think I'll need a few days to fully explore and taste everything that is on offer. It all looked so good.
The hashbrowns on offer was one of the crispiest I've ever had! Highly recommended. Dim Sum was good, western options had the same suspects of bacon, eggs sausages. It was of high quality and I'll be back to try them all!
#staycation #breakfast
WanderingMav
Hilton Orchard Staycation
The location of the hotel is in the heart of orchard Road which is good for tourist. So the view you get will be high rise buildings.
We got an executive King room with orchard Road view. The room was spacious and also had a great view! There was also a bathtub and all amenities were provided. The soaps were in big pump bottles and a coffee machine was provided, a must for me!
Breakfast went beyond my expectation as they offered many varieties of food but the best part is the customised fresh juices that you can order. Staff services is good overall and really personable!
Executive Lounge's interior is spacious and newly decorated. Staff service is excellent and attentive. The food on offer was tasty and there was a huge variety! The drinks were also of good quality.
#staycation
WanderingMav
Executive Lounge @ Hilton Orchard
There's a new kid on the block! Hilton Orchard recently reopened to the masses after an extensive refurbishment and renovation. That means a new executive lounge and this post is all about it!
After some COVID restrictions were relaxed, Hilton Orchard's Evening Cocktail and Afternoon Tea has transformed to be buffet style. Staff will collect on your behalf!
There were many seats available and even during peak hour, only 75% of the tables were taken up. It was comfortable, and after settling in, it's time to get some food.
There was dim sum, cakes, finger foods and also alcohol on offer. Staff can also help you make some freshly squeezed juice. A really cozy place to hang out before dinner or for a meeting!
Highly recommend you to upgrade to a club room and experience it yourself!
#staycation #lounge #loungeexperience
WanderingMav
Hilton Orchard
Address - 333 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238867
Ambiance/Facilities - newly renovated hotel
Highlights - the newly branded and renovated hotel, hilton orchard (formerly known as mandarin orchard) is located in central area. I'm one of the few people who stayed here when they have officially rebranded and renovation almost done in March 2022. This one, my partner as Hilton Diamond member redeem the free stay. When we entered the room, we can still smell the renovated and woody odour that came from newly designed room. Its concept is quite unique where there's hanger behind TV. Seems like a brand new room with some old things (including the telephone). Hilton diamond member get free afternoon tea.
Avg. Price per Person - $100++
Rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
#moreinsg #staycation
mortaloveangel
Steakation Staycation
#staycation #momentssg
Hilton Singapore
Address: 581 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238883
I had steakation staycation at Hilton Singapore. It was a berry good deal, Opus bar & grill for steak dinner and breakfast the following day. I also managed to use my credit card discounts for my stay. It was value for money steakation staycation.
Now Hilton Singapore has become voco Orchard Singapore. But they are still selling the same steakation package. So you can still consider it.
My room was clean and spacious and had a bathtub. It was also easy to get to Hilton Singapore and a late night massage place was just nearby too. There were also many food options near me.
There is a rooftop pool at Hilton Singapore, which is adequate for a quick swim.
Berrysurprise
Soon to be Hilton Singapore Orchard!
Located right in the heart of Somerset, Mandarin Orchard Singapore (soon to be Hilton Singapore Orchard) is a elegant 5 star hotel with 1051 rooms.
I booked the Deluxe King Room but got upgraded to a Premier Room. The room was spacious, but was like a simple basic hotel room that didn’t look quite elegant in my opinion. What I loved about the room however, was the toilet! The toilet looked really classy and the shower room had more than enough space for two 😏 All basic amenities such as toothbrush, comb, coffee and tea were available. My room also included breakfast and as the restaurant was on renovation, they had it delivered to my room. It was nothing fancy though. Overall it was still a good experience, the room was clean and air conditioning was cold enough.
Address - 333 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238867
Avg. Price per Person - $175
Rating - 7/10
#staycation
Eclaircaptures
I had the best experience at the hotel. The room was clean and there was a great view of the city. The staff were friendly.
Hotel fun !
A joint bridal shower + Bday Celebration at Hilton Orchard
The Hilton Orchard Singapore offers a luxurious and comfortable stay with elegant decor, exceptional service, and top-notch amenities. The spacious room has a great view of the city skyline, and the staff are warm and welcoming. The fitness center and pool are outstanding, and the dining options are diverse and delicious.
One of the highlights of my stay was the culinary experience at Estate. The buffet had an expansive array of dishes ranging from local delicacies to international cuisines, all of which were delicious and left me feeling satisfied. The food quality was impressive, and service was exemplary.
The room offered a fantastic view of the city, which was stunning and a relaxing break from the hustle of the day. The view made the room a calming retreat, and I enjoyed spending time there, reading a book and enjoying the view.
The friendly and professional reception team made our check-in process hassle-free by using the Hilton App. They were accommodating and had excellent hospitality skills that added to the overall experience.
Highly recommend this hotel for a memorable stay in Singapore.
#staycation #buffets #hiltonsg ##singapore #bridalshower
YT27
love ice cream
great singapore snack
ddd2
Experience urban luxury and romance at Hilton Singapore.
Experience urban luxury and romance at Hilton Singapore.💕💕
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The first stop was Hilton Singapore Orchard Road, which perfectly combines luxury and convenience.👍
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🚇You can see the Hilton building from the subway station. The architectural style is elegant and atmospheric, incorporating Singapore's modern elements and Hilton's luxury. The lobby is comfortable and spacious.
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🛏Room: Our king room is spacious with a good view. The extra-large sofa bed is convenient for multiple guests. The room is very comfortable. As a prime location in downtown Singapore, Hilton has designed the room very cleverly. The space utilization rate is very high, with more drying space, double sinks, and a large TV. It is not crowded at all. What surprised me was that they gave Ran a small backpack full of gifts, which was so cute!
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🍴Buffet restaurant: Their buffet restaurant is really amazing. It's like walking into a food hall. The restaurant is elegantly decorated and has a sense of style. You can taste exquisite dishes from breakfast, but I recommend the evening buffet more! The exquisite special dishes are ordered with a table card. Put one on the stall, and the waiter will deliver it to the table in 1 minute. Baked lobster, foie gras and other French and Singaporean dishes taste great, and they are unlimited! It's really a brand new experience, it's especially romantic to bring the other side!
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🏊♀️Leisure facilities: Various leisure facilities, such as outdoor swimming pool, gym, spa center, etc. Here you can relax and unwind.
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❣️Superior location: The hotel is located in the center of Singapore, adjacent to Orchard Road Shopping Center, with convenient transportation, and it is very convenient for dining and shopping. The subway station is 300 meters away on foot, which is really convenient.