Singapore, the 'Lion City' is located just one degree north of the equator. An extremely modern, affluent city, Singapore is a microcosm of Asia, a melting pot populated by many nationalities. Below the towering and impressive skyscrapers lie pieces of Singapore's past - Chinatown, Little India and beautifully preserved heritage buildings.
With the incredible variety of food available, great shopping and vibrant nightlife, Singapore offers something very special for the millions of visitors it welcomes every year.
Singapore boasts over 50 major parks and 4 nature reserves and you'll never get bored of finding something to do whatever your age. The modern transport system (Singapore Mass Rapid Transport - SMRT) will have you whizzing around in no time. The stunning UNESCO World Heritage site - Singapore Botanic Gardens, Gardens by the Bay, MacRitchie Reservoir Park and Pulau Ubin will delight nature lovers. For those travelling with little ones there are endless delights for them including the famous Singapore Zoo and Jurong Bird Park.
Sentosa Island to the South offers some fantastic resort-style accommodation, entertainment and even has its very own Universal Studios. It's the perfect place to add on a little relaxation onto your Singapore holiday.
Singapore is a haven for food, from street food to fine dining, you will find all types of cuisines to suit all tastes. Home to 38 Michelin restaurants, Singapore is the only place in the world where you can enjoy a Michelin meal for just £3 at the Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle or Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle hawker stall.
Singapore is a City that never sleeps and districts such as Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and Robertson Quay are home to scores of bars and clubs once the sun has set. In 2017, six of Singapore's bars made it into the World's 50 Best Bars list in the 2017 edition. Alternatively visit one of many rooftop bars for amazing views of the city.
It really is a destination for everyone of all ages - the food, the traditions, the green spaces, the architecture, the adventures, the shopping and the endless variety of surprises will ensure a trip of a lifetime.
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