One of the most visited countries in Southeast Asia, Singapore is a city/state like no other, with a unique blend of old and new. A tropical climate with natural beauty and international standards in a super clean metropolis, while you are minutes from stunning golden sandy beaches.

Here is our top 5 list of tourist attractions in Singapore.

1. Marina Bay

Designed to be the showcase of Singapore, Marina Bay is built on land that was reclaimed in 1954, with an ambitious program that was hugely successful. The stunning Marina Bay Sands has a world-class casino where you can win a life-changing jackpot on the slots or 32 red comes up on the roulette table. An upmarket shopping mall, a massive museum, high class restaurants, with activities for kids. Enjoy lunch at a Singapore Michelin Star restaurant, then take an early evening stroll along the bay before seeing a cabaret show at the theatre. You could enjoy the New Year countdown in Marina Bay, which is the best place to be.

2. Orchard Road

Visiting Singapore wouldn’t be the same without a few trips along Orchard Road, where Chinatown is located and more than a few high-end department stores. Admire the colonial architecture, Buddhist and Hindu temples are busy places, with locals coming and going from dawn to dusk. This is a great place to seek out that early morning coffee with many busy coffee shops along this road.

3. Sentosa Island

Home to Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa Island has it all, sun, sand, sea and thrilling rides, which is a far cry from the WWII days, when the island was used by the British as a military base, then by the Japanese for a while. In the 1970s, the government drew up a plan to turn the island into a major tourist attraction, giving it the current name, Sentosa. Take a ride on the extensive cable car network and stroll along the 2.5km secluded beach when the sun disappears over the horizon.

4. Little India

Across from Chinatown, Little India was originally a European settlement where cattle trading occurred. Located on the banks of the Serangoon River, the swamps have long been drained and the district is primarily Indian. Serangoon Road is the main thoroughfare through this district, where there are several art galleries that house local art.

5. Civic District

This is the skyscraper area that is home to a few museums and art galleries; in the evenings, you can sip on a Singapore Sling cocktail while enjoying a spectacular view. If you are a lover of fine art, then you will enjoy a visit to the Civic District, which is a great place to take some cool photos.

If this is your first visit to Singapore, we are very confident it won’t be your last! Search the web for the best 5-star hotel deal and get ready for the holiday of a lifetime.