Singapore 3 Days Top Attractions Itinerary

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Singapore 3 Days Top Attractions Itinerary
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Day 1
10:00 Asian Civilizations
Museum
Collection of fine Asian artifacts and art
11:10 Merlion Park

The park is home to a 8.6 meter statue of Singapore's
symbol, the Merlion
12:20 Lau Pa Sat Festival

Pavilion
Site of the ultimate night market with great food and historic
architecture
13:40 ArtScience Museum

Hands-on exhibits of art, science, media, technology, design
and design
14:55 Marina Bay Sands

Beautiful building with three towers connects by SkyPark
16:10 Singapore Flyer

A giant Ferris wheel offering breathtaking views of the city
10:00 Asian Civilizations Museum
Visit Duration: 2 hours
This museum aims to present an integrated view of pan-Asian cultures. The museum highlights the
civilizations which make up the nation's multi-ethnic community. The collections reflect the country's ancient
history and the cultures which settled here over the last 200 years from other parts of Asia. In particular the
museum looks at the groups which arrived from China, South Asia, West Asia and Southeast Asia. There are
eleven galleries in the museum divided into five sections covering the cultures and civilizations from China,
South Asia, West Asia and Southeast Asia as well as the Singapore River. The galleries are arranged in
themes rather than in chronological order. There is use of multimedia, interactive displays and virtual hosts.
Using the ExplorAsia zones visitors can get to know the various aspect of each civilization.
From the Singapore gallery there is a large window with a view overlooking the river and city. This gallery
looks at the stories from the coolies' to Chettiars, the indigenous people of the area and the arrival of Image By: WolfgangSladkowski
Europeans. Among the artifacts on display throughout the museum there are textiles, traditional costumes, Image Source:
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ceremonial items, tools, art work, jewelry, metalwork, weaving, masks, musical instruments and much more.
Among the highlights of the collection is the Dehua porcelain figures, Taoist statues, Chola bronzes, Address: 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
woodwork from Southern India, Tibetan bronzes, colonial prints, Javanese temple sculptures and Peranakan Phone Number: 65 6332-7798
gold. Admission: $23
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 10am-7pm, Fri
The building which houses the museum functioned as a government building for many years. It sits on the 10am-9pm
bank of the Singapore River and was designed by JFA McNair in the 1860s. It was constructed by convict Web: http://www.acm.org.sg
labour. In the 20 th century it was named the Empress Place Building in honor of Queen Victoria and housed Transportation: 5-min walk from Raffles Place
almost all the government bureaucratic offices. It was used as the Citizen's Registry, Immigration Department. MRT
The architectural style is neo-Palladian with beautiful columns and a stately appearance.
11:10 Merlion Park
Visit Duration: 1 hour
0.7 KM, 9 minutes walking from Asian Civilizations Museum
This park gets its name from the famous statue which adorns its lawns. The Merlion is a fish and lion mix and
the national symbol of Singapore. The park is located near Marina Bay and is home to two of the famous
Merlions, the mother Merlion and her cub. The park was designed as an emblem for the Singapore Tourism
Board in 1964 and officially opened in 1972.
The Merlion figure with the head of a lion and body of a fish perched on a wave became so popular it became
a cultural icon. It represents Singapore's origins as a fishing village. The original name was Singapura or "lion
city" in Malay. The statue itself stands in front of the Hotel One Fullerton. The Merlion is 8.6 meters tall and
weighs 70 tons and its cub is 2 meters high and weighs 3 tons. It is constructed from cement fondue and was
created by Lim Nang Seng. The Merlion faces east which is the traditional source of prosperity and a fountain Image By: Bjorn Christian Torrissen
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pours out of its mouth. When the Esplanade Bridge was completed in 1997 the statue could not be viewed http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merlion_Park#mediaviewer/File:Singapo
from the waterfront as before. This resulted in the Merlion being relocated 120 meters from its original
position to where it stands today in front of the Fullerton Hotel.
Address: 21 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038980
Throughout Singapore you can find 5 of these famous figures, two in Merlion Park and the others at Mt. Admission:
Faber, Sentosa and the Tourism Court. Tourists come to the park to pose for a photo with the beloved Opening Hours:
Merlion. Transportation: 15-min. walk from either City Hall
or Raffles Place MRT
12:20 Lau Pa Sat Festival Pavilion
0.8 KM, 11 minutes walking from Merlion Park
Singapore's most historic market is both a shopping experience and a cultural one. The market is set within a
beautiful structure dating back to the 19 th century and located in the Financial District. Lau Pa Sat (Old
Market) is also called Telok Ayer Market and is a national monument. The distinctive design of the market
building is octagonal and the roof is supported by ornate columns devised by British architect George
Coleman who also designed the Old Parliament House.
In 1894 the market was relocated from its original site on the waterfront and James MacRitchie given the task
of retaining the authentic architectural features. He had a clock tower added and a cast iron supportive frame
structure. As recently as 2014 the building has been renovated but it still has the distinctive Victorian features
like the arches, thin columns, filigree work and fretted eaves. Image By: Balurbala
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Today visitors to the market come to marvel at the architecture but also to enjoy the Hawkers market inside.
Here you can taste a wide range of local delicacies and enjoy nightly live performances. In addition to the
foods on offer there are a number of service stores. Address: 18 Raffles Quay, Singapore 048582
Phone Number: 65 6220 2138
Admission:
Opening Hours:
Web: http://www.laupasat.biz
Transportation: 10-min walk from Raffles Place
MRT
13:40 ArtScience Museum
1.6 KM, 20 minutes walking from Lau Pa Sat Festival Pavilion
At the base of the Marina Bay Sands Hotel is a structure resembling a lotus flower or the welcoming hand of
Singapore. Through the tip of each "finger" natural light filters into the exhibition space of the ArtScience
Museum. The structure holds 21 galleries spread over three floors with floor space of 4645m². This
world-class exhibition space hosts international temporary exhibitions in collaboration with leading institutions
like the Smithsonian and American Museum of Natural History.
The museum fuses science and art and has a permanent exhibition entitled "A Journey Through Creativity."
The permanent exhibition is presented in three galleries – Curiosity introduces us to art and science and how
we define it; Inspiration highlights the greatest discoveries through the union of art and science using
interactive exhibits and Expression is a multi-media gallery showing the ability of humans to realize their ideas Image By: William Cho
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these two fields is often the most exciting. Exhibits show how creative minds like da Vinci's meld the
disciplines of art and science and how the resulting object transforms our world.
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singpaore
Phone Number: Ticket Hotline - 65 6688 8826
Admission: Adult S$20, Child S$12
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 10am-7pm
Web:
http://www.marinabaysands.com/museum.html
14:55 Marina Bay Sands
1.2 KM, 16 minutes walking from ArtScience Museum
Rising from the Singapore skyline is this man-made wonder, a building comprised of three towers spaced
widely apart and connected together at the very top by a long floor which spans all three of the towers and the
gaps between them. The Marina Bay Sands was built at a cost of US$8 million and covers 15.5 hectares with
a total floor area of 581,000m². Feng Shui experts were consulted during construction which was a
complicated process. The resort property opened in 2010 and encompasses a hotel, convention center,
exhibition area, theatres, event venues, stores and restaurants. There are 2,561 hotel rooms and 55 storeys
in each tower. The attractions in the building's three towers include Sands SkyPark; indoor skating rink;
nightclubs; The Shoppes at Marina mall; a casino; the ArtScience Museum and Wonder Full a nighttime
multimedia sound, water and laser spectacle which you can see from Event Plaza. A canal runs through The
Shoppes mall in the same way the Las Vegas' Venetian Hotel has internal waterways. But here you can take Image By: Someformofhuman
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There are many reasons to visit the Marina Bay Sands, whether it is as a hotel guest or to visit one of the
venues, attractions or see one of the shows. On the top floor which connects the three towers there is the Address: 8 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
open-air Sands SkyPark with views across the city and covering 12,400m². SkyPark has restaurants, tropical Phone Number: Hotel inquiries - 65 6688-8868;
Entertainment and SkyPark ticket hotline - 6688
gardens and a 150 meter eternity pool (for hotel guests only) overlooking the city. You can visit the SkyPark
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Observation Deck for panoramic views of the city. Alternatively the buildings can be seen from a distance in
Admission: SkyPark Observation Deck Adult
all its glory.
$23, Child S$17
Opening Hours: Skypark Mon-Thu
9:30am-10pm, Fri-SUn 9:30am-11pm
Web: http://www.marinabaysands.com
Transportation: 5-min. walk from Marina Bay
MRT
Note: Entrance to SkyPark is from Hotel tower 3
(Porte Cochere area). For Wonder Full view from
event Plaza at teh Promenade.
16:10 Singapore Flyer
1.0 KM, 13 minutes walking from Marina Bay Sands
This must-do attraction is a huge observation wheel where you can get 360° views of the city and on a clear
day see as far as Malaysia and Indonesia. It is located in Marina Bay and is the largest observation wheel in
Asia. The wheel's highest point is 165 meters above ground. There are 28 air-conditioned capsules which
take 30 minutes to make a full revolution.
On ground level you can try out a flight simulator and enjoy a myriad of dining options and attractions. At the
base of the wheel in the central atrium is Rainforest Discovery where you can follow the 5 paths which
meander through lush vegetation complete with waterfalls. The latest attraction at the base of the wheel is
Journey of Dreams which uses multimedia to highlight Singapore's history and learn about how the wheel
works. You will learn about how the wheel came about and how old Singapore became the modern Image By: Aran Ho Yeow Yong
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Address: 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803

Phone Number: 65 6734-8829
Admission: Adult S$33, Child S$21
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 8:30am-10:30pm
Web: http://www.singaporeflyer.com
Transportation: Bus 111, 106, or 133 from
Raffles Hotel to Temasek Ave. Free shuttle buses
every half-hour from St. Andrew's Cathedral 10am
to 11pm. MRT
Day 2
09:00 Chinatown Heritage
Centre
Recreated living quarters of 1950s Chinatown, photos,
artifacts and culture
10:00 Sri Mariamman Temple

Chinatown's ornate Hindu temple dating back to 1827
11:00 Buddha Tooth Relic

Temple
An ornate Buddhist temple where the tooth of Buddha is kept
12:05 Thian Hock Keng

Temple
A Hokkien temple and architectural masterpiece
13:20 Original Statue of

Raffles
Statue of the founder of modern Singapore, Sir Stamford
Raffles
14:25 Esplanade Park

An historic park along the Esplanade with several landmarks
16:25 River Safari

A zoo and aquarium with a unique river theme and river
cruise
18:00 Night Safari

visit this zoo at night to watch animal behavior when the sun
goes down
09:00 Chinatown Heritage Centre
Chinatown's unique heritage in Singapore is kept alive in the Heritage Centre which is housed within three
restored shophouses. The memories, traditions and history of Singapore's Chinese community are preserved
here. The centre covers the Chinese heritage from the original sinkheh or migrants who made their way to
Singapore under grueling conditions in the 1800s. It covers the years of Chinese corruption in Singapore and
the many success stories. It is the only site in Singapore which puts a spotlight in the lives of the Chinese and
has recreated the interiors of 1950s shophouses where the Chinese lived and worked. Visitors can get a
realistic idea of how life was 60 year ago for the Chinese residents.
The three levels of the Centre are divided into 13 stations each telling the individual stories of the original
tenants of the Pagoda Street shophouses. There is the Kitchen Outhouse; the Tailor's Shop; "Leaving for
Nanyang" or Southeast Asia; Coolies; Carpenters; Vices; Prostitution; Clans; Roots; Festivals; Food; Image By: Sengkang
Chinatown Personalities and the Shophouses. Shophouses are unique to Singapore. They consisted on a Image Source:
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shop on street level with living quarters on the upper levels. Several families would stay in different rooms and
share the amenities.
Address: 48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207
In addition to the exhibition areas of the building there is also an authentic restaurant on site and a store Phone Number: 65 6325-2878
selling traditional craft items and souvenirs. Admission: Adult S$15, Child S$11
Web: http://www.singaporechinatown.com.sg/
Transportation: 5-min walk from Chinatown MRT
10:00 Sri Mariamman Temple
0.1 KM, 2 minutes walking from Chinatown Heritage Centre
Singapore's oldest Hindu temple was constructed in 1827 for use by immigrants from Nagapatman and
Cuddalore in Southern India. It was originally constructed of wood but in 1843 took on a more sturdy form
made with plaster and brick. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of healing epidemic diseases,
Mariamman. The temple stands in the heart of Singapore's Chinatown and has a stunningly beautiful façade
that will take your breath away. The tower entrance (gopuram) was completed in 1962 and is modeled on the
intricate sculpture work of temple architecture in Southern India. The tapered tower entrance has six tiers
covered with detailed sculptures of individual deities, mythological animals and spirits. The figures are made
of plaster and painted in bright colors. There are even figures depicting the Sepoy soldiers from the British
Raj. On either side of the tower are statues of Murugan and Krishna.
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The deities of the temple are all brightly colored and elaborately decorated. The temple is surrounded by http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Mariamman_Temple,_Singapore#me
perimeter walls with several entrances but the main entrance is the one beneath the tower. Ornamental
mouldings decorate the walls and painted plaster figures sit on top of the compound walls at various points.
Within the outer walls there are several courtyards, halls and shrines. In the main hall there are gorgeously Address: 244 South Bridge Road, Singapore
ornate columns supporting a ceiling with frescoes. The central shrine is home to the statue of Mariamman but 058793
Phone Number: +65 6223 4064
a number of other deities are housed in shrines and pavilions (Vimana). This temple is a must-see attraction
Admission:
for anyone interested in art, architecture, religion or culture. If you are lucky enough to be in Singapore in
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 7am-12pm, 6pm-9pm
October/November you could see the Fire Walking Ceremony (Theemithi).
Web:
http://www.heb.gov.sg/our-subsidiaries/temples/8-sri-mariam
Transportation: MRT to Chinatown
11:00 Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
0.2 KM, 2 minutes walking from Sri Mariamman Temple
This beautiful Tang-style Chinese Buddhist temple holds the sacred tooth of Buddha. The temple was
constructed in 2007 and although a recent addition to the temples of Singapore it lacks nothing in style and
ornamentation. In addition to the architecture and the relic itself the temple holds several pieces of Buddhist
art worth seeing. The temple was designed by the Chief Abbot of the temple, Shi Fa Zhao. The design
concept uses elements of the Tang Dynasty architectural style as well as the Buddhist Mandala which is
symbolic of the Buddhist universe.
On the first level is the Mountain Gate, a front courtyard with drum and bell towers, the Hundred Dragon Hall,
Universal Wisdom Hall and a rear courtyard. On the third floor of the temple is the temple museum where
there are other relics including bones and even tongues! Buddhists believe that spiritual energy is left in relics Image By: Jorge.maturana
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or Sarira even after the death of a sage. The museum aims to exhibit artifacts from the entire Asian region to http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Buddha_Tooth_Relic_T
encourage an understanding of Buddhism. Artifacts on display come from China, Korea, Sri Lanka, Tibet,
Southeast Asia and other countries. The Eminent Sangha Museum holds cultural performances, lectures and
screenings on Buddha related subjects. Address: 288 South Bridge Rd., Singapore
058840
The highlight of a visit to this temple is the Sacred Light Hall on the fourth floor where the famous tooth is Phone Number: +65 6220 0220
kept. The tooth is kept in a large stupa made of 320kg of gold. It is possible to view the stupa from the public Admission:
viewing area as only the temple monks are allowed to enter the Sacred Light Hall. On the top level is a
Web: http://www.btrts.org.sg/Index_Eng.html
roof-top garden for contemplation. There is a pagoda on the roof with a Buddha prayer wheel. Also on the
roof you can get a good look at the bronze roof ornaments and the ceramic roof tiles.
12:05 Thian Hock Keng Temple
0.5 KM, 7 minutes walking from Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
The Temple of Heavenly Bliss (Thian Hock Keng) was constructed in 1840 for the Hokkien community. It was
built on the site where Chinese migrants would land on the shores of Singapore in search of a new life. On
the arduous journey by sea from China many migrants lost their lives or suffered terribly. On arrival in
Singapore the migrants wanted to thank the deities and so the temple was dedicated to the Sea Goddess
Mazu. The migrant's worship of the goddess continued for generations after their initial journey to Singapore.
Originally the temple was a simple altar in a small shrine but with the help of donations the new temple was
built. Additional gods joined Mazu including Guan Gong the deity of righteousness. Today the temple plays a
major role in the cultural life of Singapore. It is the venue for meetings, events and festivals of the Hokkien
people. Image By: Terence Ong
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The picturesque temple has the classic architectural style of temples in Southern China. There is a
ceremonial entrance way and side gates. Colored tiles adorn the building with Buddhist motifs, peacocks and
flowers. The traditional tigers and lions guard the doors and inside there are two inner courtyards. The temple Address: 158 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore
has a shrine of Confucius and ancestral tables in pagodas on either side of the temple. The ornate temple is a 068613
National Heritage site. Phone Number: 65 6423-4616
Opening Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm
Admission:
Web:
http://www.thianhockkeng.com.sg/home.html
Transportation: 15-min. walk from Tanjong Pagar
MRT
13:20 Original Statue of Raffles
1.2 KM, 15 minutes walking from Thian Hock Keng Temple
Along the Singapore River promenade you will come across two statues of Singapore's founding father, Sir
Stamford Raffles. One of the statues is at the Raffles Landing Site and is made of white polymarble. It is a
replica of the original which once stood at the Padang but now stands outside the Victoria Theatre and
Concert Hall at Empress Place.
The statue began life in 1887 on Jubilee Day when it was installed at the Padang. It was relocated to
Empress Place on 6 th February 1919. The statue was created by Thomas Woolner. It stands 2.43 meters
high and is made of bronze but over the years has turned black. This has gained it the nickname the "Iron
Man." At the foot of the sculpture of Raffles standing proudly with folded arms is a map of Malacca. Raffles'
foot stands on British Malaya. In 1943 the statue spent a brief time in the Syonan Museum (Raffles Museum) Image By: Scott Anderson
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and it is rumored that the Japanese intended to melt it down for the war effort. However it survived and in http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Statue_of_Stamford_R
1946 resumed its position on Empress Place. Plaster casts were taken of the bronze Raffles and the
polymarble replica created and erected in 1972. One other statue of Raffles exists in Singapore; this time of a
seated Raffles that can be seen at Westminster Abbey. Address: 10 Empress Place, Singapore 179557
Admission:
Opening Hours: 24/7
Transportation: 10-min. walk from City Hall,
Clarke Quay, and Raffles Place MRT
14:25 Esplanade Park
Visit Duration: 1 hour, 30 mins
0.3 KM, 5 minutes walking from Original Statue of Raffles
This centrally located Singapore park is bound by Connaught Drive, Esplanade Drive, Stamford Road and the
left bank of the Singapore River. The historic park was established in 1943 and was redeveloped in 1991. The
park is home to several landmarks and points of interest. Esplanade Park is essentially a long open stretch of
ground along the seafront. The park was originally called Padang which means field in Malay.
In 1819 when Sir Raffles landed in Singapore the area that Esplanade Park now occupies was covered with
low vegetation and a few elementary huts. The area was developed in the 1820s. Angsana trees and
Raintrees were planted around the open field. In 1843 land was reclaimed stretching out the park area. The
park area was used for large events like the New Year Regatta, cricket events, horse riding, pony races and
the New Year's Eve firework display. Landfill further expanded the Esplanade in 1890 and a new sea wall and Image By: Terrence Ong
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A number of monuments and memorials are positioned throughout the park. The Cenotaph was constructed
in 1922 to recognize the 124 soldiers who died in World War One battles. The Tan Kim Seng Fountain was Address: Connaught Drive, Singapore
created in 1857 and relocated to the Esplanade Park from Fullerton Square. A Lim Bo Seng Memorial was Phone Number: 1800 4717300
established in 1954 in memory of WWII martyr Lim Bo Seng. The beautiful Theatre on the Bay was Admission:
constructed at the far end of the park and modeled on the Sydney Opera House. At night the park is Opening Hours:
Web:
beautifully lit and the surrounding landmark buildings are also illuminated making it the ideal place for an
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evening stroll.
Transportation: 10-min walk from City Hall MRT
16:25 River Safari
Visit Duration: 1 hour, 30 mins
21.5 KM, 0 minutes by transit from Esplanade Park
The River Safari covers 12 hectares and is located between the Singapore Zoo and Night Safari. It is a zoo
and aquarium but with the added attractions of having a river theme. In addition to the animals you will see
you can also take river cruises and enjoy theme park rides.
The park recreates 10 different ecosystems centered on rivers. In the Mississippi River zone you can see
alligator snapping turtles and the Mississippi paddlefish. In the Congo River zone there are many colorful fish
as well as Congo tetras, giant freshwater puffers and the jewel cichlid fish. In the Nile River Zone there are
submerged ruins from ancient Egypt and fish like the African arowana, tigerfish and African catfish. The
Ganges River zone is inspired by the temples along the river in India and features exotic fish like the Indian
gharial and goonch catfish. The Mekong River is a freshwater river and here you can see the Mekong giant Image By: ProjectManhattan
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catfish, giant freshwater stingrays and on the shore crab-eating Macaque. The Yangtze River in China is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Safari#mediaviewer/File:Kai_Kai.jp
recreated complete with the Chinese alligator and giant salamander.
One of the highlights is a Giant Panda Forest where two Giant Pandas from China live in a bio-dome together Address: 80 Mandai Lake Road, SIngapore
with several other unique creatures like the rare red panda and golden pheasants. 729826
Phone Number: 65 6269 3411
Visitors can take a boat ride on the Amazon River Quest , or the River Safari Cruise ; walk through the Admission: Adult S$30, Child S$20
Squirrel Monkey Forest or see the Amazon Flooded Forest in the world's biggest freshwater aquarium exhibit. Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 10am-7pm
Web: http://riversafari.com.sg
Note: Minimum hight for Amazon River Quest
Rode 1.06m
18:00 Night Safari
0.2 KM, 3 minutes walking from River Safari
Night Safari is a unique safari park which is only open at night (7:30pm to midnight) and offers visitors the
opportunity to experience the animals at night. Unlike some zoos where night conditions are recreated with
lighting, here you can see the real animals in the real night! They react and behave naturally as it is really
night time. Artificial lighting which resembles moonlight has been added at strategic points so that you can get
a good look at the creatures. The park is one of several animal-related attractions run by the Wildlife
Reserves Singapore. It is not the same as the zoo which is nearby. 2,500 animals live here. Visitors can take
a tram ride through the park or walk along set trails. There are also restaurants and live shows.
At the site there is a 20 minute live presentation "Creatures of the Night Show" which introduces visitors to the
night life of animals. Otters, binturongs, civets and more "perform" for audiences. There is a fire eating show Image By: Mark
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The newest attraction at the Night Safari is the Wallaby Trail focused on the animals of the Australian
outback. Other trails include the Fishing Cat Trail which simulates a walk through the Singapore jungle at Address: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore
night; Leopard Trail where you will see the big cats and East Lodge Trail where animals from the savannah 729826
and tropics live. For a special experience you can buy food and feed the wild animals. There are five Phone Number: 65 6269-3411
restaurants in the Night Safari for the humans! Admission: Adult S$45, Child S$30
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 5:30pm-12am
The highlight of the Night Safari is a ride on the Tram Safari which takes you through the park for 40 minutes, Web: http://www.zoo.com.sg
through 7 geological zones to see the animals. On board there is Japanese and Mandarin commentary. Transportation: Ang Mo Kio MRT to bus no. 138
Day 3
09:00 Sri Thendayuthapani
Temple
Chettiars' Temple is a Hindu monument with an intricate,
colorful sculptured entrance
10:10 Clarke Quay

An entertainment and dining destination on the water's edge
in restored warehouses
11:15 Armenian Church

Singapore's oldest Christian church and an architectural
masterpiece
12:05 Peranakan Museum

Here the focus is on the Peranakan culture, citizens of
Chinese descent
14:10 CHIJMES
An historic convent complex now an dining and
entertainment complex
15:15 Singapore Art Museum

Exhibitions of contemporary art from around the world with a
focus on Southeast Asia
09:00 Sri Thendayuthapani Temple
Thirty five years after the Chettiar community (Chettiar is a title used in India by a number of mercantile
castes) settled in Singapore a temple was built in Tank Road in 1859. They bought the plot of land from the
first Surgeon General of Singapore. The original structure was simple but many changes and additions have
been made to the building since then. The most recent major changes were in 1983 and 2009 when several
structures were added or rebuilt.
This temple is also called Chettiars' Temple or Tank Road Temple and together with the Sri Layan Sithi
Vinayagar Temple is administered by the Chettiars' Temple Society. The temple covers a large area and has
a pleasant location. The temple's main deity is Lord Sri Thendayuthapani who also goes by a number of other
names.
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There is a stunning 22.86 meter high Rajagopuram or tower above the entrance. The temple is opulently Image Source:
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decorated with gold and other colors as well as painted plaster figures of various Hindu gods. The roof has 48
engraved glass panels placed at special angels to catch the light as the sun sets. The temple has a large
modern marriage hall, a multi-purpose event hall, courtyards, sanctuaries, shrines, dining facilities, staff Address: 15 Tank Road, Singapore 238065
quarters, library, offices, stage for cultural performances Phone Number: 65 6737-9393
Admission:
Six major festivals are celebrated at the temple in colorful ceremonies; they are LetchaArchanai for Opening Hours: 7:300am-12pm, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Meenakshi Amman & Durgai Amman, Navarathri, ThaiPusam, Thiru Karthigai and Skantha Shashti. Once a Web: http://www.sttemple.com/index.asp
month there is the Guru Poojai and Karthigai where a free lunch (Annadhanam) is served to devotees in the Transportation: 20-min walk from Clarke Quay
afternoon. MRT
10:10 Clarke Quay
0.6 KM, 8 minutes walking from Sri Thendayuthapani Temple
This quay is one of three quays on the Singapore River it lies upstream from the river mouth and Boat Quay.
The historic quay has been a busy trade quay since its establishment in 1819. During the Colonial Period
Clarke Quay was the site of warehouses and flat bottomed barges would transport goods from Boat Quay to
Clarke Quay for storage. The quay remained active until the second half of the 20 th century when cargo
services were relocated to Pasir Panjang due to modernization. In the 1970s the quay area underwent
renewal and redevelopment to turn the area into a commercial, leisure and residential area. Luckily it was
mandatory to preserve the historic buildings and character of the quays. About 10 years ago the area
underwent further changes with the redesign of the shophouse facades. This time an ingenious system of
shading and cooling was incorporated into the design with umbrella-like metal coverings on the riverside
walkways. This brought down the temperatures and made the riverside streets more interesting and more Image By: Sengkang
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Visitors to Clarke Quay today will find restaurants and nightclubs occupying five blocks of former warehouses.
Moored Chinese junks have been turned into picturesque restaurants and bars. Other attractions include a Address: 3 River Valley Rd., Singapore 179024
permanent Illusion Show and the shopping center – The Central. You can take a water taxi or cruise from
Admission:
Clarke Quay.
Opening Hours: 10am-10pm
Web: http://www.clarkequay.com.sg
Transportation: Clarke Quay MRT
11:15 Armenian Church
Visit Duration: 45 mins
0.5 KM, 7 minutes walking from Clarke Quay
The official name of this church is the Armenian Apostolic Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator . The church
was built in 1835 and was the 1 st Christian place of worship constructed in Singapore. It was designed by
Irishman George Coleman. The church was considered necessary as Armenian immigrants steadily arrived in
Singapore in the 1830s. The construction was funded by Armenians from Singapore, Java and Calcutta. At
one time the Armenian community played an influential role in Singapore. The Armenians in Singapore were
respected professionals, merchants and businessmen. Perhaps the best known members of the Singapore
Armenian community are the Sarkies Brothers who created the Raffles Hotel; Catchick Moses one of the
founders of the Strait Times newspaper and Agnes Joaquim who hybridized the orchid which became the
national flower.
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The church interior has a vaulted ceiling, a cupola and paintings around the altar. The exterior has a http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Armenian_Church,_Singapore#m
picturesque tall spire and columns supporting a pristine portico. The church has a peaceful Memorial Garden
where you can see Armenian tomb. The tomb stones were brought here from Singapore's Bukit Timah
Cemetery in the 1970s to create the garden sanctuary. Close by is the Parsonage house which was built in Address: 60 Hill Street, Singapore 179366
Phone Number: +65 6334 0141
1905 as a home to the priest, now it is used as administrative offices.
Admission:
Web: http://www.armeniansinasia.org
Transportation: 15-min. walk from City Hall MRT
12:05 Peranakan Museum
0.2 KM, 3 minutes walking from Armenian Church
This museum is a component of the Asian Civilizations Museum. It focuses on the Peranakan culture and
communities in Southeast Asia. Peranakan means "locally born" in Malay and refers to the descendents of
foreigners who came to Southeast Asia from countries like India and China and married local women. The
foreigners settled in places like Java, Sumatra and Malacca as early as the 14 th century. In the 19 th century
the new Peranakan community gravitated towards Penang and Singapore where they could best use their
commercial skills. The Chitty Melaka are another branch of the Peranakan community. They are descendants
from marriages between South Indian Hindus and local women. The Jawi Peranakans descend from unions
between South Indian Muslims and local women. The hybrid culture is still a vibrant part of modern-day
Singapore.
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The museum holds an extensive collection of Peranakan heritage artifacts from the traditional culture http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:People_of_Singapore_
including their visual arts, crafts, jewelry, furniture and textiles. Their unique culture developed through their
efforts to evolve in their new surroundings, and adapt to being the result of a fusion of two distinct cultures.
Address: 39 Armenian Street, Singapore 179941
The museum is housed within the former Tao Nan Chinese School which dates back to 1912 and is a Phone Number: 65 6332-7591
National Monument. The building has three floors which hold 10 galleries. The exquisite façade has open Admission: Adult S$6, Child S$3
balconies on all floors with beautiful arched openings. The building layout is based on Straits Settlements Opening Hours: Sat-Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri
10am-9pm
bungalows with rooms around a central hall. The former school taught classes in the Hokkien dialect which
Web: http://www.peranakanmuseum.sg
was replaced with Mandarin in 1916. It was the first school in the Straits Settlements to make the change
Transportation: 15-min walk from City Hall MRT
from dialect to standardized Mandarin. During WWII the Japanese occupied the building. In the 50s and 60s
Note: English guided tours Mon-Fri 11am, 2pm;
the school began teaching in Malay, Tamil, English and Chinese. The school grew and in 1982 moved to new Sat, Sun 11am, 2pm, 3pm
premises where they would have more room.
Some of the galleries feature interactive and multimedia displays which bring the Peranakan culture to life.
Among the highlights of the museum there is a display featuring the traditions of a 12 day Peranakan
wedding; exhibits about modern-day Peranakans; batik (a method of wax resistant dyeing of cloth) altar
cloths; and the stories of various prominent Peranakan individuals are told. The museum runs an extensive
calendar of programs and events of all ages.
14:10 CHIJMES
0.3 KM, 5 minutes walking from Peranakan Museum
CHIJMES or chimes in Chinese is a complex of historic buildings which began as a c atholic convent
known as the Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus. It was designed by G.D. Coleman for the magistrate clerk
H.C. Caldwell in 1841. The house became a convent in 1854 and together with a Gothic-style chapel (1904)
remained in use by the Catholic nuns for the next 132 years. Today the complex has been turned into a
multi-purpose location including the former chapel which is now an events hall called CHIJMES Hall and the
original Caldwell House now an art gallery. Both of these properties have been declared national monuments.
The complex of buildings takes up an entire city block and holds a number of free standing structures in
different styles and from different historic periods. The buildings are arranged around courtyards, landscaped
gardens and open green lawns. The Caldwell House is the oldest structure in the enclave and encompasses Image By: chensiyuan
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a girl's school building and the chapel. The chapel has a tranquil white interior with a high vaulted ceiling and http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/CHIJMES#mediaviewer/File:Chij
various frescoes, an intricately patterned floor and stained glass windows. The chapel has a tall spire and 638
columns each with a capital bearing a different plant or animal motif.
Address: 30 Victoria Street, Singapore 187996
The complex is now home to 12 restaurants, 7 bars and 3 cafes. The site hosts regular events like Yoga at Phone Number: 65 6337-7810
CHIJMES, art fairs, a hymn festival, "Picnic on the lawn" Oktoberfest and is a site for film locations and Admission:
events. Web: http://chijmes.com.sg/
Transportation: 5-min. walk from City Hall MRT
15:15 Singapore Art Museum
0.2 KM, 4 minutes walking from CHIJMES
This museum was originally called the Fine Art Museum in 1996 when it opened as one of five museums in
the Art and Heritage District. The museum has amassed one of the world's greatest collections of Singapore,
Southeast Asian and East Asian interdisciplinary contemporary art. It also includes work by up-and-coming
artists from these regions and international works which are included as part of special exhibitions. The
museum annex houses SAM at 8Q (8 Queen Street). Exhibitions at the museum change every couple of
months so there is always something new to see. The artistic medium includes paintings, sculptures,
instillations and moving media. Highlights of the museum include a 7 meter high Swarovski crystal chandelier
in the entrance hall. The works of artists such as Cheo Chai Hiang, Nge Utarit and Suzann Victor are on
display.
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The museum is housed in the restored 140 year old mission school the St. Joseph's Institution which is a http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Singapore_Art_Museum
national monument. Much of the original architecture has been maintained like the roof patina, plasterwork
and the floor tiles. The museum also has five cafes and restaurants.
Address: 71 Bras Baash Road and 8 Queen
Street, Singapore 188552
Admission:
Opening Hours: Sat-Thu 10am-7pm, Fri
10am-9pm
Web: http://www.singaporeartmuseum.sg/
Transportation: 10-min. walk from City Hall and
Dhoby Ghaut MRT

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11:10 Merlion Park

12:20 Lau Pa Sat Festival

13:40 ArtScience Museum

14:55 Marina Bay Sands

16:10 Singapore Flyer

Address: 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803

10:00 Sri Mariamman Temple

11:00 Buddha Tooth Relic

12:05 Thian Hock Keng

13:20 Original Statue of

14:25 Esplanade Park

16:25 River Safari

18:00 Night Safari

10:10 Clarke Quay

11:15 Armenian Church

12:05 Peranakan Museum

15:15 Singapore Art Museum

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