8:00 AM

Check In — Marina Bay Hotel

Check in and drop bags. The Marina Bay area puts you within walking distance of almost everything on Day 1. Freshen up and fuel up.

10:00 AM

Gardens by the Bay — Morning

Beat the heat and crowds at the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. The indoor waterfall inside Cloud Forest is jaw-dropping. Budget SGD 28-53 per person for both domes. Supertree Grove walkway is free.

1:00 PM

Lunch at Satay by the Bay

Hawker stalls right inside Gardens by the Bay. Famous for the satay stalls — char-grilled chicken, beef, mutton, and prawn satay served with peanut sauce and ketupat rice. About SGD 12-20 per person.

3:00 PM

Marina Bay Sands SkyPark

The observation deck on the 57th floor ship-shaped structure — 360-degree views of the city skyline, Sentosa, and beyond. One of the best views in Asia. SGD 32 per person (non-hotel guests).

7:00 PM

Spectra Light & Water Show (Free)

Free nightly light, water, and music show on the Event Plaza waterfront. Two shows: 8pm and 9pm. Get there early for a good spot on the promenade. Spectacular — and completely free.

8:00 PM

Dinner at Lau Pa Sat

Victorian cast-iron hawker centre, a Singapore landmark since 1894. Dozens of stalls — try the chilli crab, chicken rice, and laksa. After 7pm, Boon Tat Street outside turns into an open-air satay street. Budget SGD 15-30 per person.