Southeast Asia · Singapore 5-Day Trip

Singapore 5-Day Itinerary Template

Singapore packs a lot into a small map. Over 5 days and 4 nights this plan hits 21 stops, from Marina Bay and Gardens by the Bay to Universal Studios on Sentosa, the Singapore Zoo, the Skyline Luge and indoor karting, finishing with the Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi. Chili crab, Lau Pa Sat satay and laksa fill the gaps, and Little India and Chinatown close the trip. A strong pick for families and first-time visitors.

Trip overview

Duration
5 days, 4 nights
Stops
21 stops
Estimated budget
approx. $1,000approx. $1,400Estimate

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Sample flights

  • OutboundSQ877Singapore AirlinesTPE 08:00 → SIN 12:45
  • ReturnSQ876Singapore AirlinesSIN 14:20 → TPE 19:00

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

  1. Arrive at Changi Airport

    Transport

    Immigration & baggage claim

  2. MRT to city

    Transport

    Buy EZ-Link card

  3. Hotel Check-in

    Hotel
  4. Marina Bay

    Sights

    Merlion, Marina Bay Sands

  5. Gardens by the Bay

    Sights

    Supertree Grove, Flower Dome

    Opening hours
    Gardens: 05:00–02:00 daily; Conservatories: 09:00–21:00 daily
    Entry fee
    Gardens: Free; Conservatories: S$20 (adult)
    Getting there
    MRT Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16), 5 min walk through the mall
  6. Chili Crab

    Food

    Singapore's signature dish

  7. Lau Pa Sat Satay Street

    Food

    Famous outdoor satay stalls

Day 2

  1. Sentosa

    Sights

    Family resort, beaches

  2. Universal Studios

    Sights

    Transformers, Mummy

    • Reservation required
    Opening hours
    Daily 10:00–18:00 (extended hours on weekends/holidays)
    Entry fee
    S$83 (adult, 1-day pass)
    Getting there
    MRT HarbourFront Station (CC29/NE1), take Sentosa Express to Movie World Station
    Official site
  3. VivoCity

    Shopping
  4. Hawker Center

    Food

Day 3

  1. Singapore Zoo

    Sights

    Open-concept zoo experience

    • Reservation required
    Opening hours
    Daily 08:30–18:00
    Entry fee
    S$46 (adult)
    Getting there
    MRT Mandai MRT (TE6), Exit B, direct shuttle bus to zoo entrance
  2. Orchard Road

    Shopping

    Shopping paradise

  3. Laksa

    Food
  4. Clarke Quay

    Sights

    Nightlife, riverside dining

Day 4

  1. Skyline Luge Sentosa

    Sights

    Downhill go-kart ride with skyride chairlift

    Opening hours
    Daily 11:00–19:30
    Entry fee
    S$25+ (2 rides, adult)
    Getting there
    Sentosa Express to Beach Station, 5 min walk to Skyline Luge
    Official site
  2. Indoor Karting (K1 Speed / Hyper Drive)

    Sights

    Electric go-karts, adrenaline rush

    Entry fee
    S$25–40 per session
  3. Jewel Changi Airport

    Shopping

    Rain Vortex waterfall, Canopy Park, shopping

    Opening hours
    Daily 10:00–22:00
    Getting there
    MRT to Changi Airport, directly connected to Jewel
  4. Dinner

    Food

    Local hawker center or restaurant

Day 5

  1. Little India

    Sights

    Colorful Indian cultural district

  2. Chinatown

    Shopping

    Traditional market, food

  3. Hotel Check-out

    Hotel
  4. MRT to airport

    Transport
  5. Airport Duty Free

    Shopping
  6. Depart for home

    Transport

Packing list

  • Passport
  • E-ticket confirmation
  • Hotel booking confirmation
  • EZ-Link card (buy at airport)
  • Singapore Dollar (suggest S$1,000)
  • Credit card
  • eSIM / WiFi device
  • Power bank + cables
  • Sunscreen
  • Light jacket (strong AC)
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Umbrella
  • Camera

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