20 Things to do for Free in Singapore
Take on art! Visit any of the many art galleries in the dramatically-painted MITA building and be captivated by works on display.
Shop till you drop! Go window shopping at malls along glitzy Orchard Road, or at the 24-hour Mustafa Centre in Little India.
Get an early start to the day by practicing tai-chi with the locals at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Or attend a weekend concert at the garden's Symphony Lake.
Gain a deeper understanding in culture - visit any of the museums (Singapore History Museum, Singapore Art Museum or Asian Civilisation Museums) on Friday evenings (between 7-9pm).
Discover more about Asian faiths - at the mosques, Hindu or Chinese temples around the island. Must-sees include Thian Hock Keng in Telok Ayer street, Sri Mariamman temple in Chinatown, and Sultan Mosque in Arab Street.
Work on your tan at the long stretch of sandy beaches in East Coast Park, experience Wet and Wild thrills at the Big Splash water-theme park, or play a game of beach volleyball with tanned, toned bodies at Mahalo Beach Bar.
Attend a free lunchtime performance at the premier performing arts centre, the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay.
Spot art in public spaces! See renowned visual art works at the Civic District, like the Lichensteins at Millenia walk, UOB plaza's Botero and Dali, and OCBC building's Henry Moore.
Stroll along the Singapore River and see the famous Raffles statue, or gain an insight into the past as you see sculptures depicting life yesteryear at Empress Place and at Fullerton Hotel.
Be a spectator of cricket and rugby at the Padang and be transported to colonial days.
Visit the campus grounds of Singapore's varsities. At the National University of Singapore, check out the NUS Museums for insights into arts and artefacts.
See what activities local youths are up to at the live band and dance performances at The Youth Park.
Take a hike! Climb up Singapore's tallest hill, Bukit Timah Hill or trek through the forest in MacRitchie Reservoir or Labrador Park.
Pay homage to Singapore's war heroes and be moved at Changi Museum, Johore battery and Kranji war memorial.
Visit ethnic quarters, Chinatown, Little India and take in the sights, sounds (and smells!) of traditional artisans, traditional foods and spices.
Get a bird's eye view of Singapore and neighbouring islands at Mount Faber.
If you are transiting in Singapore, why not hop on the free city tour offered at the airport (passengers need at least five hours of transit time before their next flight, and necessary visa to enter Singapore).
Experience a festive light-up (during the Christmas, Chinese New Year,Hari Raya and Deepavali seasons) where the streets are decked in dazzling fairy lights and distinctive decor.
Visit the public housing neighbourhoods like Toa Payoh or Yishun, and see how locals go about their daily lives.
Take pictures of Singapore's favourite icons like the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, Merlion, Suntec City's Fountain of Wealth and the Raffles Hotel doorman.
Shop till you drop! Go window shopping at malls along glitzy Orchard Road, or at the 24-hour Mustafa Centre in Little India.
Get an early start to the day by practicing tai-chi with the locals at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Or attend a weekend concert at the garden's Symphony Lake.
Gain a deeper understanding in culture - visit any of the museums (Singapore History Museum, Singapore Art Museum or Asian Civilisation Museums) on Friday evenings (between 7-9pm).
Discover more about Asian faiths - at the mosques, Hindu or Chinese temples around the island. Must-sees include Thian Hock Keng in Telok Ayer street, Sri Mariamman temple in Chinatown, and Sultan Mosque in Arab Street.
Work on your tan at the long stretch of sandy beaches in East Coast Park, experience Wet and Wild thrills at the Big Splash water-theme park, or play a game of beach volleyball with tanned, toned bodies at Mahalo Beach Bar.
Attend a free lunchtime performance at the premier performing arts centre, the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay.
Spot art in public spaces! See renowned visual art works at the Civic District, like the Lichensteins at Millenia walk, UOB plaza's Botero and Dali, and OCBC building's Henry Moore.
Stroll along the Singapore River and see the famous Raffles statue, or gain an insight into the past as you see sculptures depicting life yesteryear at Empress Place and at Fullerton Hotel.
Be a spectator of cricket and rugby at the Padang and be transported to colonial days.
Visit the campus grounds of Singapore's varsities. At the National University of Singapore, check out the NUS Museums for insights into arts and artefacts.
See what activities local youths are up to at the live band and dance performances at The Youth Park.
Take a hike! Climb up Singapore's tallest hill, Bukit Timah Hill or trek through the forest in MacRitchie Reservoir or Labrador Park.
Pay homage to Singapore's war heroes and be moved at Changi Museum, Johore battery and Kranji war memorial.
Visit ethnic quarters, Chinatown, Little India and take in the sights, sounds (and smells!) of traditional artisans, traditional foods and spices.
Get a bird's eye view of Singapore and neighbouring islands at Mount Faber.
If you are transiting in Singapore, why not hop on the free city tour offered at the airport (passengers need at least five hours of transit time before their next flight, and necessary visa to enter Singapore).
Experience a festive light-up (during the Christmas, Chinese New Year,Hari Raya and Deepavali seasons) where the streets are decked in dazzling fairy lights and distinctive decor.
Visit the public housing neighbourhoods like Toa Payoh or Yishun, and see how locals go about their daily lives.
Take pictures of Singapore's favourite icons like the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, Merlion, Suntec City's Fountain of Wealth and the Raffles Hotel doorman.
